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When does L.L.Bean go on sale?
Short answer: Friends & Family in April and October, Black Friday through Cyber Monday, and end-of-season clearance in January and July. Sitewide and named events at L.L.Bean generally land at 25–40% off sitewide, while deep cuts on select styles can reach 50–70% off select styles. The trap is that the two look identical in your inbox — a "Friends & Family" subject line and a 70%-off clearance email both just say SALE.
The two kinds of L.L.Bean sale
Sitewide & named events
Friends & Family, Black Friday, anniversary and seasonal events. Applies broadly, usually 25–40% off sitewide. A few mass retailers push past 50%.
Deep cuts
Select styles, end-of-season and clearance racks — 50–70% off select styles. Best value, worst size availability. Move fast.
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