I Spent Hours Scrolling the Presidents’ Day Sales — Here are the Only Deals I Think it's Worth Shopping
We're hunting down the best finds in the early Presidents' Day sales, and offering our expertise on what's worth buying at this time of year
The Presidents' Day sales have officially arrived, and there are some great bargains to be had this year, especially when it comes to kitting out your home. But where to start?
Whether you're looking for something specific, or just looking for a bargain, it can be hard to know where exactly to look without spending hours and hours scrolling sites looking for something special. Fortunately, we've set our shopping editors to the task, and together we've sifted through the sales to pick out the best bits.
From cookware to decorative items to bedding, we've selected our favorite items from the very best home decor stores to help you fill your shopping baskets. We'll also be collating some of the best deals from our favorite big retailers, to help you avoid getting lost in their sales trying to find beautiful decor at great prices among the throng, and helping you figure out what's actually worth buying. Happy shopping!
What Should I Buy in the Presidents' Day Sales?
Livingetc knows design.
I'm an interiors editor, but even I'm guilty of buying some things just for the sake of it if they've got a good discount. So, I have a little rule of thumb when it comes to sale shopping to try and curb unnecessary shopping compulsions. It starts by asking two questions: 'was I going to buy it anyway?' and 'will I still be using it this time next year?'
With these questions in mind, here are some of the best areas to shop in these sales, not only for avoiding shopper's remorse, but also where you'll save the largest amount of money.
Best Buys Under $50
We've done some serious scrolling and found some beautiful bits for your home under $50, so you can give your home a mini update for an affordable price.
Price: $48
Was: $102.99
With its mix of unglazed and glazed ceramics as a bade, this table lamp captures the modern rustic interior design trend in a brilliant way. It's got 53% off right now, and after scrolling hundreds of pages, it's one of the best deals we could find on Wayfair right now.
Best Cookware Deals
High-end, often cast iron cookware can last a lifetime if you treat it right, but it's not a cheap investment. However, during the Presidents' Day sales, you'll find $100s of dollars off the likes of Le Creuset, Staub and more.
Price: $179.95
Was: $267.95
This Le Creuset saucepan pot is a great entry-level buy if you're looking to invest in this much-loved brand, especially with over $50 off on this beautiful Marseille blue pot.
Price: $299.99
Was: $462
Bloomingdale's is always the first place I look for Le Creuset deals when it comes to holidays like Presidents' Day. They haven't disappointed with this huge saving of over $150 saving on this generously sized chef's oven in the brand's signature orange.
Best Furniture Deals
Furniture isn't usually a compulsive buy, as you don't generally need 6 extra dining chairs in your house for no good reason. When it comes to shopping the sales, you may, however, need to make quick decisions, so when it comes to something like a new sofa you may be better to test your purchase in a real showroom first before checking out the couch deals online.
The likes of dining chairs, tables, benches and storage are, however, all fair game for a quick buy in the Presidents' Day sales.
Price: $479.20
Was: $599
A generous discount on this set of dining chairs might be just what you need to furnish your dining room. This simple square shape is timeless, without being a designer dupe that's going to become a cliche in a few years' time.
Price: $234.99
Was: $329
This concrete side table is super on-trend right now, and it's got one of the best discounts on West Elm, too. Perfect for a minimalist side table, or nightstand alternative.
Price: $82.99
Was: $261
This side table offers a super luxe look for the price, and with such a huge saving on it, you can't help but fall for this elevated piece.
Price: $599.99
Was: $1,105.80
Colored boucles are replacing white versions of this fabric in the most design-forward homes, and this boucle bench, which feels very luxe, has a huge saving of over $600 now. I'd put this in an entryway for instant impact.
Best Plates and Glasseware Deals
Dinnerware is another buy that often comes down to: do I actually need it? If you're on the hunt for a new set, whether for everyday or special occasions, you'll find some of the best dinnerware sets on sale right now.
You could also use it as an excuse to invest in some extras that offer some wow factor when entertaining. Colorful drinking glasses are a big trend right now, and there are lots of them to be found in the sales.
Price: $15.99
Was: $39.97
This set of wine glasses captures one of the big color trends of the year, and with 60% off, colorful glassware is a luxury that's become surprisingly affordable.
Price: $65
Was: $130
This sweet drinking tumblers are half price at Bloomingdales at the moment. Don't you think they'd be just perfect for entertaining outdoors this summertime? I love the apricot colorway.
Price: $9.99
Was: $19.99
These ombre glasses are a lot of fun, but they'll look stylish in the right set-up, too. They're half price, so buy two sets and you pretty much get one set free.
Price: $69.99
Was: $132
These dreamy side plates might be something you'll want to keep for best, but at this price, they're just as good for everyday use, too.
Save 77%
Price: $34.99
Was: $119.99
Could this be the best Presidents' Day sale deal we've found so far? $100 off this set of plates makes them a steal, and they come in four different sizes, so you can fill your cabinets for less than $100 all together.
Best Bed Linen Deals
Bed linen is another thing I think it's worth shopping in the sales. Quality bedding, on the whole, tends to be more timeless in design, meaning you're not investing in flash-in-the-pan trends that you'll later regret. Shopping bedding in the sales means your budget can stretch a little further, and you can invest in greater quality sheets, without worrying too much about which designs are on discount.
Price: $111
Was: $185
This duvet set is a great choice for introducing some texture and pattern to a bedroom, yet it's a design that's timeless enough that you won't get tired of it in a hurry.
Best Designer Homeware Deals
A designer decor piece can really bring something extra to your space. Whether it's a small ornament, or some serving ware for special occasions, these pieces tend to stand out - whether it's an especially unique design or just the quality of the materials.
Look in the sales sections for retailers who stock these designer pieces around the Presidents' Day sales, and you might just be able to pick up something very special.
Price: $157.50
Was: $315
I've been lusting after a drinks set from Tom Dixon forever, and with 50% off on Net-a-Porter, now seems like the time to pick one up!
Best Countertop Appliances
Countertop appliances don't always have the biggest discounts for Presidents' Day, but we've already found a few steals on some of the more design-led appliances we think Livingetc readers would appreciate in this year's sales.
Price: $99.99
Was: $129.99
This personal blender has hundreds of 5 star reviews, but more than that, it's one of the best looking appliances we've found - reason enough to buy it, but the $30 price drop makes it even better.
What are the best deals in Wayfair's Presidents' Day Sales?
Wayfair goes big on its Presidents' Day sales, so it's a great spot to pick up a deal if you're shopping for furniture or decor right now. There's a lot of scrolling to do on Wayfair to find what you want, but I've cherrypicked some of my favorite pieces at great, discounted prices.
Price: $304.99
Was: $632.10
Bouclé always makes something feel a little extra luxe, and this bouclé bench will help make a living room or entryway feel elegant. It's on sale with a hefty 50% discount too.
Price: $44
Was: $59.99
This cute mushroom lamp has a retro feel to it with that classic dome shape, and the pale pink colorway makes it suitable for any bedside table in need of a little extra light.
Price: $90.99
Was: $198
Fluting is a big trend at the moment, so we love the glass detail on this cute end table. It's the perfect bedside accompaniment that feels stylish but functional all at once, and it's on for a pretty good discount this Presidents' Day.
Price: $499.99
Was: $737.50
This simple accent chair would work well in a minimalist scheme in a luxe-looking beige colorway, and at this kind of discount we can't say no!
When is Presidents' Day 2024?
Presidents' Day is celebrated every third Monday of February, meaning that it falls on February 19th this year. Retailers usually offer discounts a few days before running up to the day itself, so that you can celebrate the holiday in style, but much like the Black Friday sales, this is getting earlier and earlier each year, and some retailers have already launched their deals now.
What is the meaning of Presidents' Day?
Presidents' Day is a holiday that celebrates all persons that have served in the office of the President, though there is a focus on George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, who were both born in February. It's a state holiday in most states.
Where to shop this Presidents' Day?
There are so many great retailers to secure a discount at this Presidents' Day, on everything from appliances to furniture. These are the standout retailers known for their Presidents' Day offerings:
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Hugh is Livingetc.com’s editor. With 8 years in the interiors industry under his belt, he has the nose for what people want to know about re-decorating their homes. He prides himself as an expert trend forecaster, visiting design fairs, showrooms and keeping an eye out for emerging designers to hone his eye. He joined Livingetc back in 2022 as a content editor, as a long-time reader of the print magazine, before becoming its online editor. Hugh has previously spent time as an editor for a kitchen and bathroom magazine, and has written for “hands-on” home brands such as Homebuilding & Renovating and Grand Designs magazine, so his knowledge of what it takes to create a home goes beyond the surface, too. Though not a trained interior designer, Hugh has cut his design teeth by managing several major interior design projects to date, each for private clients. He's also a keen DIYer — he's done everything from laying his own patio and building an integrated cooker hood from scratch, to undertaking plenty of creative IKEA hacks to help achieve the luxurious look he loves in design, when his budget doesn't always stretch that far.
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