This year it's also being pushed forward in the US because of the blackout boycotts. Stick with what feels right and works best for you. People still look for the sales around actual black Friday, so even with places starting early, especially if you're advertising, you'll still be seen 💚

My thought is that the ears don't read to me as clearly as being ears on the 1st version. I personally like the 2nd because it's much more clear what they are. But both are great and will be even cooler once they're cleaned up! 💚