Maximize your Amex Platinum statement credit during Lululemon’s Black Friday sale

Full access to Lululemon’s Black Friday sale is available now, with discounts of more than 60% on some items. The sale runs through Sunday, Nov. 30, at 11:59 p.m. PT.If you have the American Express Platinum Card®, this sale presents an excellent opportunity to maximize the value of the new Lululemon credit, which is valid for up to $75 per quarter (up to $300 per calendar year) for purchases made at U.S. Lululemon retail stores (excluding outlets) and online. Enrollment is required.Related: Amex Platinum refresh: Higher fee, richer perks — is it worth $895?Plus, you can stack your savings by using a shopping portal like Rakuten, which is currently offering 12% cash back (or 12 American Express Membership Rewards points or Bilt Reward points per dollar) on Lululemon purchases.Several of TPG’s favorite Lululemon items are on sale right now, including cozy leggings from $39, sports bras from $19 and comfy sneakers from $59. Here’s what we’re putting in our shopping carts right now.Women’s Cityverse sneakersLULULEMONThese comfortable sneakers are a TPG favorite because they can withstand long days of walking while still looking sleek enough to wear to dinner.The women’s version is marked down to $79 — nearly 43% off — in several color combinations. The men’s version is also on sale for $99, which is still a good deal.Buy: Women’s Cityverse sneakers for $79 (normally $138)Dance Studio relaxed-fit midrise cargo pantsLULULEMONSummer Hull, a senior director of content at TPG, is a fan of the lightweight Lycra material used in these casual pants, which stretches yet retains its shape. Her favorite version is the joggers, but the cargo pants are currently discounted by more than 50% in several neutral shades, such as black and espresso.Buy: Dance Studio relaxed-fit midrise cargo pants for $59 (normally $128)Scuba oversized half-zip hoodieLULULEMONThe Scuba hoodie is one of Lululemon’s most popular items and beloved by tweens, teens and adults. It comes in various fits and zipper styles, but currently, the half-zip version is marked down 38% in several colors like Sea Mist and Olive Brown/Gold.Buy: Scuba oversized half-zip hoodie for $79 (normally $128)Men’s ABC slim-fit trousersLULULEMONTPG writers Danyal Ahmed and Chris Nelson both prefer Lululemon’s ABC classic-fit trousers, which are marked down to $69 in certain colors and materials. But if the slim-fit version is your preferred style, you’re in luck. Various lengths and colors are currently on sale for up to 50% off.Buy: Men’s ABC slim-fit trousers from $64 (normally $128)Glow Up super-high-rise tightsLULULEMONLululemon is probably best known for its workout leggings that TPG staffers also love wearing on long flights and travel days. And any time they drop below $100, it’s a smart time to pick up a new pair. Currently, several colors and lengths of the Glow Up super-high-rise tights are available at nearly 42% off the original price.Buy: Glow Up super-high-rise tights for $69 (normally $118)Softstreme high-rise straight-leg pantsLULULEMONIf you prefer travel pants with a looser fit, try the Softstreme high-rise straight-leg pants. They’re currently on sale for 46% off in more than half a dozen colors.Buy: Softstreme high-rise straight-leg pants for $69 (normally $128)All Night festival bag 5LLULULEMONSami Wilensky, a senior engineer at TPG, recommends this everyday bag — marked down 37% right now in select colors — for its compact design and long strap that can be slung over your shoulder and worn cross-body for easy convenience.And if you’re a parent of a little one, this bag is large enough to fit a few diapers and wipes for when you’re on the go.Buy: All Night festival bag 5L for $49 (normally $78)Double-zip backpack 22LLULULEMONFor something a little larger, this backpack can double as a bag for your daily commute or a personal item when traveling by plane. It comes with an exterior padded pocket that fits up to a 16-inch laptop, a side water-bottle pocket and a trolley sleeve to slip over your carry-on suitcase handle. And it’s currently 50% off.Buy: Double-zip backpack 22L for $49 (normally $98)Related reading:Earn bonus points and miles: How to maximize shopping portals for Black Friday and holiday dealsAway’s ‘biggest’ sale of the year: Get 25% off everythingWorld of Hyatt is celebrating the holidays early with a special saleEditorial disclaimer: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities.