The 10 fall items a fashion editor is buying from Madewell’s Labor Day sale, up to 75 percent off. Shop denim, sweaters, leather jackets, and more starting at $12.

Here are the seasonal staples I'm snagging on double discount.

Since mid-July, I’ve been obsessing over fall fashion, but for practical reasons, I’ve mostly avoided shopping for it. Not only was it just too hot to start re-introducing knitwear and full-length denim into my closet, but I also knew that Labor Day weekend (and its accompanying sales!) were right around the corner. And now that it’s here, I’m glad I waited, because the Madewell staples I’ve been eyeing for months are up to 75 percent off.

During Madewell’s long weekend sale-on-sale, all of the brand’s already marked-down items are an extra 40-percent off, plus select jeans are an extra 50 percent off, all with the code LONGWEEKEND. As a former employee, I know the deals don’t get much better than this, so I’m quickly grabbing my must-haves while they start at just $12.

From trending denim and fall-ready dresses to a never-on-sale leather jacket that’s already selling out, these are the 10 items I’m shopping from Madewell’s Labor Day weekend sale.

10 Madewell Fall Staples

• Mockneck Thong Bodysuit, $12 (Originally $48)
• Cutaway Hem Polo Top, $30 (Originally $72)
• Puff-Sleeve Babydoll Top, $36 (Originally $88)
• High-Rise Straight Cargo Satin Trousers, $40 (Originally $128)
• Belted Mini Shirtdress, $45 (Originally $128)
• (Re)sponsible Cashmere Crewneck Sweater Vest, $48 (Originally $98)
• The ’90s Straight Crop Jean, $54 (Originally $128)
• Smocked Square-Neck Mini Dress, $60 (Originally $138) 
• Button-Front Denim Jacket, $66 (Originally $138)
• Leather Bomber Jacket, $252 (Originally $525)

The '90s Straight Crop Jean

Orig. $128 $54 at Madewell.com

The first staple I’m grabbing are these ‘90s Straight Jeans while they’re 58 percent off. As I’ve been told by just about every fashion and denim expert, straight-leg jeans are the ‘It’ style of 2024—though, they’re so timeless you’ll keep wearing them beyond that—and I love the details that went into this vintage-inspired option. It has a lived-in look, from the slight fading to that relaxed fit through the legs, and features a high rise in the back that’s designed to enhance and lift the butt.

High-Rise Straight Cargo Satin Trousers

Orig. $128 $40 at Madewell.com

In addition to Madewell’s jeans, these satin trousers are also an extra 50 percent off. This style perfectly blends elegance with everyday ease, pairing a beautiful satin with big cargo pockets and a roomy fit. It’s that duality that makes these easy to dress up and down, pairing just as well with sneakers and a tee as they do heels and a blazer.

Belted Mini Shirtdress

Orig. $128 $45 at Madewell.com

I consider a shirtdress a wardrobe essential. It’s the key to looking chic and put-together with minimal effort, which is why I’m eyeing this long-sleeve one for fall. This shirtdress is available in khaki and black, hits just above the knee, and includes a thin, waist-cinching belt. Between the long sleeves, short hem, and breathable cotton-blend, this is the perfect transitional piece, though all you need to make this a true fall staple is a pair of knee-high boots.

(Re)sponsible Cashmere Crewneck Sweater Vest

Orig. $98 $48 at Madewell.com

Not only does Madewell’s cashmere rarely go on sale, but this sleeveless knit style is perfect for late summer and fall—when temperatures dip, just add a blazer. This sweater vest is a shopper favorite, with many noting that it’s easy to layer and goes with everything from skirts and trousers to classic jeans. Plus, plenty love that the style looks “elegant” and feels seriously “luxurious.”

Madewell’s Labor Day sale-on-sale is the perfect time to stock up on early fall staples for less, just make sure to use the code LONGWEEKEND at checkout. Below, shop more of my top picks from the double-discount sale.

Mockneck Thong Bodysuit

Orig. $48 $12 at Madewell.com

Button-Front Denim Jacket

Orig. $138 $66 at Madewell.com

Cutaway Hem Polo Top

Orig. $72 $30 at Madewell.com

Smocked Square-Neck Mini Dress

Orig. $138 $60 at Madewell.com

Puff-Sleeve Babydoll Top

Orig. $88 $36 at Madewell.com

Leather Bomber Jacket

Orig. $525 $252 at Madewell.com