January Sales 2027: The Best Fashion and Beauty Deals from US Brands

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Muhammad Zulqarnain
November 3, 2026

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January sales on fashion and beauty are some of the best of the year. US stores clear winter collections and holiday gift sets, and beauty retailers reset their ranges for spring. If you live outside the US, many of these brands either don’t ship to your country or charge more for international delivery. This guide lists the fashion and beauty stores worth checking in the January sales and explains how to ship your order from the USA.

Why January is a great time for fashion and beauty deals

In fashion, January is clearance season. Coats, knitwear, boots and party wear from December are reduced as stores bring in spring lines. In beauty, holiday gift sets and limited-edition palettes that didn’t sell are often marked down, and some retailers run their own new-year promotions.

Shopping the sales from abroad

US prices on many fashion and beauty brands are already lower than in other countries, and January discounts add to that. With a US address you can order from several stores, have everything delivered to our warehouse, and ship it to you in one box.

Top fashion brands to shop in the January sales

1. Nordstrom

Nordstrom sells designer and contemporary brands alongside its own labels, and its winter sale is a good time for coats, boots and knitwear. Nordstrom Rack, its off-price store, is worth checking too, as it often has further reductions on past-season stock. Look out for Nordstrom’s own labels such as Zella activewear, which tend to be good value in the sale. Read our Nordstrom shipping guide for how ordering works.

2. Macy’s

Macy’s covers everything from everyday clothing to designer labels, and its after-Christmas markdowns run into January. It’s particularly good for coats, handbags and beauty gift sets, and you can shop women’s, men’s and kids’ clothing in one order. See our list of Macy’s New Year sale deals for the categories worth watching.

3. Urban Outfitters

Urban Outfitters is popular for casual fashion, vintage-style pieces and home accessories. Its sale section grows in January as winter stock is cleared, and it often includes brands sold alongside its own lines, such as BDG denim. Our guide to Urban Outfitters international shipping has more detail.

4. Forever 21

Forever 21 is known for affordable trend pieces. January is a good time for basics, outerwear and party wear left over from December, and low prices make it easy to try new styles without spending much. See our Forever 21 shipping guide before you order.

Top beauty brands to shop in the January sales

1. Sephora

Sephora stocks hundreds of make-up, skincare, hair and fragrance brands. Holiday sets are often reduced in January, and its Beauty Insider programme offers member rewards. Sephora also sells brands that are hard to find outside the US. Our Sephora shipping guide covers ordering from abroad.

2. Ulta Beauty

Ulta sells high-end and drugstore beauty in one place, which makes it easy to compare. It runs regular promotions, and its January offers often focus on skincare and hair care. Its Ultamate Rewards programme gives points on purchases. See our Ulta Beauty shipping guide.

3. Dermstore

Dermstore focuses on skincare, including many dermatologist-recommended brands. It’s a good place for serums, sunscreens and treatments, and it runs sales throughout the year. Read does Dermstore ship internationally for delivery options.

4. Glossier

Glossier is known for simple, skin-first make-up and skincare. It runs fewer sales than other beauty brands, so January offers are worth watching. See our Glossier shipping guide.

How to shop January fashion and beauty sales from abroad

Most of these stores either don’t ship to every country or have higher prices for international delivery. Ordering to a US address and forwarding is often cheaper, especially if you combine several stores in one shipment.

Tips for getting the most from the January sales

Sign up for store emails before the sale so you hear about codes first. Check US size charts, because US clothing and shoe sizes differ from UK and EU sizes. For beauty, check expiry dates on gift sets and remember that perfume and nail polish are restricted items for some carriers. Finally, read the return policy, as clearance items are often final sale.

Build a capsule wardrobe in the sales

Rather than buying lots of one-off bargains, use the January sales to fill gaps. Good basics, a quality coat, a pair of boots and a few versatile knitwear pieces will get more wear than trend items bought only because they were cheap. In beauty, restock the products you already use and love before trying new launches.

How to shop January fashion and beauty deals from abroad with Global Shopaholics

Step 1: Sign up for your free US address

Create a free Global Shopaholics account and you get a US address at our warehouse in New Castle, Delaware, with your own suite number. Here’s how it works in more detail.

Step 2: Check out with your US address

Shop Nordstrom, Sephora, Ulta or any US store as usual and enter your Global Shopaholics address at checkout, with your suite number in address line 2. If a store won’t accept your card, our Assisted Purchase team can place the order for you.

Step 3: Your parcels arrive at our warehouse

We log every parcel that arrives and you can see it in your account. Parcels get up to 30 days free storage, so there’s time for your other orders to arrive. Our membership plans offer up to 210 days storage.

Step 4: Consolidate into one box

Ask us to consolidate your parcels into one box. One shipment usually costs less than several, and we can remove bulky retail packaging.

Step 5: Ship to your door

Compare carriers in the shipping calculator. DHL, FedEx, UPS and USPS are available depending on where you live. We process shipments in 4–5 working days, and you can add insurance from $10, up to a maximum of 2% of the value.

Timing, customs and costs

Give yourself time. Allow for the store’s dispatch time, then 4–5 working days for us to process the shipment, then the carrier’s transit time to your country. Busy sale weeks can add a day or two at each stage.

Import duty and VAT depend on your country and the value of what you send. Our guide to customs and taxes on international shipping explains the basics, and your local customs office has the final rules.

Because our warehouse is in Delaware, orders shipped there usually aren’t charged US sales tax. And if something isn’t right, we can return it to the US store for $15 while it’s still at the warehouse.

Customs and duties by country

Duty-free limits and import taxes differ a lot between countries. These official pages are the best place to check before you order.

Canada

Canadian shoppers can check duty and tax on imported goods with the Canada Border Services Agency. Charges depend on the value and type of goods.

United Kingdom

In the UK, import VAT applies to most parcels from abroad, and duty can apply on top for higher values. Check the official GOV.UK guidance before a big order, and visit our UK shipping page.

Australia

Australia has its own rules for goods imported by post and courier. The Australian Border Force publishes the current limits and the items you can’t bring in. Our Australia page has local shipping details.

Keeping shipping costs down

A deal is only a deal once shipping is added, so a few simple habits make a real difference.

Combine your orders

Sending several small parcels separately usually costs more than one combined shipment. Our consolidation service puts orders from different stores into one box, and our guide on whether consolidation is cheaper shows why.

Cut the packaging

International shipping is priced on weight and size. Bulky retail boxes add cost without adding anything, so ask us to repack where it is safe to do so.

Check the cost first

Use the calculator before you shop, not after. Our guide to using the shipping calculator for consolidated shipping walks through it, and the package forwarding service page explains the options.

Frequently asked questions

How can I buy January sales in the USA internationally?

Shop with a Global Shopaholics US address. We receive your orders in Delaware and ship them to you, and you can combine several stores in one shipment.

Which US beauty stores have January sales?

Sephora, Ulta Beauty and Dermstore usually run January offers, and holiday gift sets are often reduced across beauty retailers.

Can I ship perfume from the USA?

Perfume contains alcohol, so carriers treat it as a restricted item. Some shipping options can carry it to some countries; we'll show what's available for yours.

When do January fashion sales start?

Many US stores start after-Christmas markdowns on 26 December and continue clearance through January.

Is my shipment insured?

You can add insurance when you ship. It costs a minimum of $10 and is capped at 2% of the declared value.

Do I pay US sales tax on orders sent to Delaware?

Delaware has no sales tax, so orders delivered to our warehouse usually aren't charged it. Import duty or VAT may still apply when the parcel arrives in your country.

Can I shop January fashion and beauty sales deals from outside the US?

Yes. Many US stores only deliver within the US, but you can use your Global Shopaholics US address at checkout. We receive the order at our Delaware warehouse and ship it on to you in almost any country.

How long does shipping from the USA take?

It depends on the store, the carrier and your country. Allow time for the store to deliver to our warehouse, then 4–5 working days for us to process your shipment, then the carrier's transit time. You see the options before you pay.

How we checked this

This guide was updated on 3 November 2026. Store offers, loyalty terms and stock change every year, so treat dates and offers here as a guide and check the store’s own website and checkout, which always have the final word.

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