September brings Labor Day sales and many other discount opportunities. Since the holiday falls on September 2 this year, it’s wise to plan ahead, so get ready to take action, savvy shoppers! The next few weeks are the time to shop for clothing, health and beauty, sporting goods, travel, and home furnishings.
The sale has already started, so we want to help you catch up with the great savings without getting left behind! Internal discount data Calculate the average discounts shoppers can expect in popular categories in September and take a closer look. Top 5 Categories to Shop This Month
Best Sales to Shop in September
September is a month for big discounts, so keep an eye out for the next sale.
- RetailMeNot Fall Fashion Fever: Enjoy great deals on fall clothing, accessories, shoes and more all month long.
- LG Laundry Discounts: Get $1000 off the LG WashCombo All-in-One during the month of September.
- Labor Day Weekend Sale: Stay up to date on Labor Day weekend sales from your favorite retailers.
- Wayfair Labor Day Sale: Discover best-selling home goods at up to 70% off.
- Expedia September Sale: From now through September 24, save 20% or more on your next hotel booking with Expedia.
- Discounts for starting school: If you’re in school supply shopping mode as September begins, you’re in luck. There are plenty of school supply deals to shop right now!
- Late Summer Sale: Shop our summer sale items now before the season finale arrives on September 22nd.
5 Smartest Things to Buy in September
1. Health and Beauty Products (Average Discount Rate: 23% Discount)
Stock up on everything your skin needs, from late summer pampering to early fall care. And stock up on a few new shades of your favorite makeup products to help you transition between seasons! You can also check out some of our clearance sections to stock up on your favorite summer products before they’re gone.
Here are our favorite brands for smart shopping for health and beauty.
- CVS
- Tarte Cosmetics
- L'Occitane
- Dumb store
2. Clothing (Average discount rate: 19% discount)
As the seasons change, so does your wardrobe. Buy new pieces to layer or incorporate fall colors. Be sure to stock up on your summer favorites in the sale section. And if you don’t already have them, buy the wardrobe essentials your kids will need for the school year.
Check out our favorite clothing brands that will help you shop for the whole family:
- Adidas
- Forever 21
- Gap Factory
- Old Navy
3. Sports equipment (average discount rate: 17% discount)
It’s time to buy the gear your kids need to play sports and stay active at home throughout the school year. Plus, with football and tailgating season just around the corner, it’s time to buy some gear that will show off your team spirit loud and proud.
Shop our favorite sporting goods stores below.
- Cabela's
- Academy Sports + Outdoor
- Base Pro Shop
- NFL Shop
4. Travel (Average discount rate: 16% discount)
September is a less travel-heavy month than other months, so it’s a great time to find great deals on vacation destinations that you can afford to book. Whether a cruise or a luxury hotel is next on your travel bucket list, you’ll find some great deals with a quick search.
Check out these travel brands for exciting bookings and special offers:
- Expedia
- Viator
- Hotels.com
- Booking.com
5. Furniture (Average discount rate: 13% discount)
We already know you’re counting down the days until you can do a cute fall decor home makeover. Maybe you have a furniture upgrade that needs to be done and you’ve been waiting for the right deal to come along. Labor Day is a great time to shop for discounts on big-ticket items like a new sofa, mattress, or appliances. Keep checking back all month to get an early start on your fall decorating.
Check out our favorite furniture brands:
- Wayfair
- Home Depot
- Bed Bath & Beyond
- Castle
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