Labor Day 2012
While Labor Day is a day to kick back and enjoy the end of summer, many prefer to hit the sale racks instead. Labor Day weekend presents a great chance to find discounts on furniture, accessories and clothing.
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Whether you are shopping for a new back-to-school wardrobe, summer clothing for next year, or ways to decorate your patio, the Labor Day sales happening this weekend are a great time to save.
Clothing
Nautica is a great place to shop for the whole family. Depending on where you live, Labor Day may not mean switching from tank tops to heavy coats. Nautica provides the last of the summer wear and “in between” clothing, as well as heavier fall wear, for men, women and kids. Shopping here this Labor Day weekend is a great way to round out your vacation wardrobe. Their big Labor Day sale begins August 29 and continues through September 4. Use the code LABORDAY12 if shopping online and receive 30 percent off your order.
For all you online shoppers out there, be sure to make your way to the ASOS page to find great deals this Labor Day. If you are unfamiliar with ASOS, it is the UK’s largest online-only fashion store, which sells on-trend clothing for men and women. ASOS has clothing in every category including petites and maternity. Beware: This is a shopping site that you could browse for hours! Head over to the page now and you will see a sale for up to 50 percent off.
A member of the BeachMint family? A fan of celebrity style and tips? Head to StyleMint and ShoeMint sites for sales this Labor Day weekend. StyleMint presents a great opportunity to save on the basic staples in your closet, while ShoeMint offers a wide variety of shoes that add pop to your everyday outfits. The best part is, after taking the style quiz, these two sites will help you pick out clothing and shoes that best fit your style. Go to these sites now to find deals up to 50 percent off on fashionable and affordable pieces for your wardrobe.
Shoes and accessories
Is there even an option to say no when you hear there is a discount on shoes? How about Steve Madden’s shoes? Stop by Steve Madden stores and/or website to find the summer clearance event. Clearance items are up to 70 percent off select men’s and women’s shoes, accessories and handbags. If the summer clearance sale doesn’t have what you’re looking for, be sure to check out the summer sale, with up to 50 percent off select men’s and women’s shoes. The sale styles include heels, dress shoes, boots, sandals and much more. For additional savings, punch in the code SMFREESHIP for free shipping on orders of more than $75.
JCPenney may be having one of the biggest sales of them all this Labor Day. Their billion-dollar jewelry sale can offer up to 80 percent off all fine jewelry. Fine jewelry for low prices? I think, yes! Deals are going on now and continue through Sept. 13. The 40 percent to 60 percent discount can be increased if you own a JCPenney card; this card can get you an extra 20 percent off purchases of select jewelry. Non-members can save also with 15 percent off purchases when using any other form of payment. Deals like these are hard to pass up any time of the year, so while you are out shopping this Labor Day, be sure to stop by JCPenney and spoil yourself a little.
Polish-aholics, are you ready to make the switch from your summer polish shades to fall colors? Zoya is presenting “Super Monthly Promotions Deals and Steals” on nail polish and nail accessories. They offer great colors, spa supplies and tools to keep your feet and hands looking fresh. Check the site often for the bi-Monthly promotions and try to snag the best deal in town on long-lasting nail polish.
Furniture
Who says the outside of your house can’t look as good as the inside? If you’re looking to spruce up your patio and backyard this fall, Target and Sears are good places to start for Labor Day sales.
Target may be one of the best-priced stores for furnishing and decorating a home, and it’s offering great prices on patio furniture this Labor Day. Everything from furniture to grills to all the accessories is discounted at Target this holiday weekend, and it’s all with the trendy styles that Target is known for. If you already have a furnished backyard, you’re sure to find something at Target this Labor Day to add some fun flair to your outdoor living area.
Sears has great prices on outdoor-living furniture, including chaise lounges, gazebos and seating sets. To go right along with your patio furniture, Sears is also offering great prices on grills, which completes a well-furnished backyard. This Labor Day, Sears’ deals are up to 50 percent off both patio furniture and grills. So go grab some new pieces for your back yard, invite all your friends and be the one to host the top Labor Day party of the year.
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