The best ones center around a few key categories, according to experts I talked to: summer-related products, mattresses, furniture, major appliances and warm-weather fashion.
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If you’re browsing online or heading into stores over the next few days — which 73% of shoppers plan to do, according to a recent survey by RetailMeNot — that’s what you should focus on.
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To help you get started, I curated a list of the best Labor Day deals across retailers like Amazon, Target, Old Navy, Brooks, Home Depot, REI and Ulta, where popular items and bestsellers are up to 75% off.
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I also consulted experts to answer all your saving and spending questions, including why you should avoid buying tech right now.
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The Brooks Ghost Max is one of my favorite walking shoes for women and men due to its thick layer of soft cushioning that keeps my feet comfortable for hours whether I’m exercising, commuting or running errands around town.
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It’s also ideal to wear for casual runs and when you’re standing for long periods of time.
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The Ghost Max, which earned the American Podiatric Medical Association’s Seal of Acceptance, has a curved outsole that makes your heel-to-toe transitions as smooth as possible, as well as a wide, stabilizing base.
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Retailers drop prices on summer clothing during their Labor Day sales to get rid of warm weather apparel and make room for fall styles, says Vipin Porwal, CEO and consumer savings expert at Smarty, a shopping and rewards platform.
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I use this as an opportunity to stock up on basics like this Old Navy T-shirt, which I add to my cart every time it’s on sale.
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I wear it while temperatures are still high and layer under sweaters once it’s chilly out.
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The shirt has a relaxed fix that’s not too tight or baggy, gets softer with every wash and hits right below my hips, so I can tuck it in if I want to.
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It fits true-to-size, too.
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Labor Day is typically known for its deals on major home appliances, but there are plenty of strong discounts on smaller ones, especially those that revolve around cleaning.
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Shark makes some of the best cordless vacuums, including this model, which has a 4.2-star average rating from more than 16,000 Amazon customers (at the time of publishing).
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The vacuum has LED headlights to help you spot dirt and pet hair, and powerful suction to get rid of it.
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It also senses the type of floor you’re cleaning to automatically adjust its settings accordingly.
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You get 40 minutes of runtime on a full battery, according to the brand.
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You can convert the appliance to a handheld vacuum, letting you attach the included crevice and pet-multi tools when you want to clean stairs, windowsills or between couch cushions.
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Comfrt’s Dreamer Blanket comes highly recommended by NBC Selected commerce editor Cory Fernandez, who says it’s just as soft and cozy as you’d hope (the brand sent him one to try).
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It’s covered in velvety fabric on both sides, and is semi-stretchy and machine-washable.
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The throw blanket is available in four sizes from medium, which covers one person, to XL Dreamer, which covers a king bed.
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My Samsonite luggage is still in great condition after I’ve taken it on numerous trips, overstuffed it and beat it up in transit.
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This set comes with a carry-on suitcase and medium checked bag, both of which have hard, scratch-resistant exteriors, smooth spinner wheels, multiple handles and interior organization pockets.
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In addition to summer apparel, retailers are putting outdoor gear on clearance, like this chair.
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It’ll serve you well at the beach next year, but for now, take it tailgating, camping and to kids’ sports games, or set it up on the patio or in the backyard at home.
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The cushioned chair has a four-can cooler, a mesh cup holder and a side pocket, as well as adjustable arms.
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It holds up to 325 pounds and folds up into an included bag for transport.
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The internet-famous Stanley Quencher is the ideal water bottle to keep on your desk at work, school or home.
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It has a 40-ounce capacity, is made from durable stainless steel and is insulated to keep drinks cold for up to 48 hours, according to the brand.
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The tumbler has a large, easy-to-hold handle and comes with a lid that rotates into three positions: one is a straw opening, one is a chug opening and one fully covers the openings to prevent leaks.
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Waterpik’s Cordless Advanced Portable Water Flosser is one of the best options on the market — it earned a NBC Selected Wellness Award and the American Dental Association’s Seal of Acceptance.
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The reservoir built into the handle holds enough water for a 45-second clean, and a full charge gives you enough battery for about four weeks, according to the brand.
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You can choose from three pressure settings and four included interchangeable tips, all of which rotate 360 degrees to reach all parts of your mouth.
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You get 10-inch and a 12-inch pans in this set, which are compatible with all stovetops, oven-safe up to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and dishwasher-safe, according to the brand.
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They have a nonstick ceramic cooking surface that releases food quickly, as well as chip-resistant rims to help them last long.
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According to RetailMeNot data, groceries is the number one category that shoppers are planning to spend on during Labor Day weekend, which is indicative of the economic pressure many are still facing as the cost of living continues to rise.
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Retailers are more focused on discounting summer clearance, mattresses, furniture and major appliances (which we have deals for below), but you can find grocery deals here and there, especially on bulk nonperishables, like these Kind bars.
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You get 12 gluten-free bars in the pack, which you can throw in the kids’ lunchboxes or keep in your car, desk drawer or everyday bag.
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You’ll find some of the best bedding deals during three-day holiday weekends like Labor Day, so if you’re in the market for a new quilt, now is the time to buy.
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Lands’ Ends’s machine-washable Seed Stitch Quilt is made from 100 percent cotton that feels already broken-in when you use it for the first time.
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