Though the Black Friday sale tradition originated in the United States, the day of shopping has become a worldwide phenomenon in recent years. This year, major retailers in Canada are preparing for major sales that will transform Black Friday into a week-long extravaganza. Whether you’re looking to make a head start on your Christmas shopping list or hoping to treat yourself to something shiny, this is the best time to pull out your wallet and get shopping. Here are some of the biggest fashion sales which are sure to excite the budget-friendly trendsetter. 

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Hudson’s Bay: Starting November 25th, shoppers of the Canadian department store will be treated to sales on clothing, handbags, beauty, accessories, home and more. Hudson’s Bay offers free shipping on orders of $45 or more. 

H&M: The fast fashion retailer is offering up to 60 percent off men’s and women’s knitwear leading up to Black Friday, with deals on the actual Friday expected to be even greater. H&M is offering free delivery on orders of $60 or more until November 27^th.

Aldo: The footwear brand will hold a weekend long Black Friday sale from November 24^th-27^th, with 50 percent off markdowns on originally reduced styles. Additionally, Aldo is offering 20% of regular priced items on November 24 and 25^th. Styles that are expected to go on sale include boots, clutches, knitwear and more. 

Holt Renfrew: For the month of November, Holt Renfrew is offering 50 percent off fashion jewellery in stores and up to 50 percent off selected women’s and men’s apparel, footwear, and leather goods. Starting November 25^th, those deductions are expected to increase even further.

Nordstrom: This Friday will mark Nordstrom’s first Black Friday in Toronto, with locations at Toronto Eaton Centre and Yorkdale Shopping Centre. The American fashion retail chain has already started marking down selected apparel up to 40 percent, with further reductions expected.