As a shopping editor, I'm privy to all of the secrets when it comes to sale shopping. But today I'm letting you in on my best-kept secret: Labor Day sales are my favorite time to shop for furniture.
Whether you're renovating your whole house (like me) or shopping for select statement pieces, you'll know that furniture can be seriously expensive. A supportive bed frame, a comfortable couch, a durable dining set: the list goes on, and the cost adds up.
Personally, I don't do cheap and cheerful and will never fall for a discounted piece if the quality isn't there. Through my constant furniture hunting, I know all the best places to buy affordable furniture, and how to spot a good deal on a great piece.
Ahead of the holiday weekend, I’ve rounded up the best Labor Day deals worth shopping right now from my favorites like McGee & Co., Serena & Lily, Lulu and Georgia, Target, and more. Below, you’ll find my edit of the sales that genuinely deliver both style and substance – because the right piece at the right price is always worth the wait.
Where to find the best furniture deals
Below, you'll find some quick links to my favorite furniture stores as well as the best deals that are live right now. There's a lot on offer right now, but I make a point of not listening to all the noise around sales events and really focus on whether it's a good deal right now, on a piece that's worth your money.
I'll just be focusing on indoor furniture here, but there's a whole separate page for patio furniture deals, of which there are plenty (and I say it's never too late in the year to update an outdoor space).
- Shop Wayfair's up to 70% off Labor Day sale
- Shop up to 40% off coastal style in the Serena & Lily sale
- Shop up to 60% off furniture from Pottery Barn
- Shop up to 30% off at McGee & Co
- Shop on trend finds in the Anthropologie furniture sale
- Shop Walmart furniture deals
- Shop up to 60% off at Crate & Barrel
- Shop up to 25% off sitewide at Lulu & Georgia
- Shop discounts on furniture at Target
- Shop up to 60% off at West Elm
- Shop up to 60% off stylish sectionals at Rove Lab
The best furniture deals to shop now
I've had my eye on this vintage-style console table since it landed in Shea McGee's fall collection at Target. Not only do I love the chunky silhouette and chic braided legs, but the warm wood is perfect for fall, too.
A classic piece hiding at Walmart. With over 1,000 reviews and a 4.5-star rating, there's plenty to back up the idea that this piece might be affordable, but it certainly doesn't look cheap.
Lulu and Georgia make wonderful quality furniture, and their prices reflect this. But you can find some really deep discounts that make this luxury brand more affordable. This solid marble drinks table is the perfect accent piece for less.
This is a best-seller on Wayfair, and it also gets the Wayfair Verified stamp, which is something I always look out for when shopping on this huge site. I also always look for pictures in the reviews section, and this one is filled with IRL images that look even better than the image above.
A Wayfair classic, this Birch Lane bed comes with glowing reviews and 16 different patterns and prints to choose from for the upholstery – including this chic neutral plaid. This is sure to be a solid investment piece.
With a 20% off discount, this stylish side table is such a great find. It is made from a solid, rattan-wrapped mahogany frame and can be used as a nightstand, side table, or bathroom storage. Plus, it fits in perfectly with the scalloped decor trend.
Chic and simple, this has a slightly retro feel, but wouldn't look out of place in any style of living room. It's got an impressive 4.8 stars on Walmart and plenty of rave reviews, one reviewer saying, 'This is SO amazing. I can't believe it's Walmart. It's so heavy, and really a big table in a beautiful color, and after assembly, it doesn't look like a flatpack furniture.'
Laid back, timeless, and utterly chic, Rove Lab's modular sofas are as stylish as they are practical. The pieces connect seamlessly with an invisible zip, so you can adapt your couch by adding on extra seating or a chaise. It's also covered in a spill-proof fabric so ideal for high-traffic spaces.
This modern farmhouse style pantry cabinet from Walmart seems almost too good to be true. Giving you plenty of extra storage for your kitchen, it boasts two generous drawers, shelves, and ample space for utensils and cooking essentials. Plus, it has been designed with space for a robot vacuum to easily clean underneath. Genius.
When is the best time to buy furniture?
As a general rule, the best time to buy furniture is between seasons: January/February for winter discounts and July/August to scoop up summer savings.
This is when retailers slash their prices in a bid to shift old stock and make room for new models. You could score a deep discount on furniture in the off-season, as long as you're willing to be flexible on colors and fabrics.
Should I wait for a holiday weekend to buy furniture?
Most, but not all, major sales periods coincide with federal holidays, including Labor Day and Thanksgiving. You're likely to find the widest range of products at their deepest discounts, because so many stores are in direct competition.
If you can't wait for a holiday weekend, and you've got your eye on particular pieces, then it's worth researching specific store promotions. Often, furniture stores have anniversary sales, with around 20% off the entire site.
How can I tell if I've got a good deal on furniture?
Do your research
Refurnishing your home is a major investment, so you want to get it right the first time. My number-one piece of advice: try your best not to be taken in by deep discounts. The aim of furniture shopping is to find the fairest price on pieces you love, not the lowest price on any old thing.
I suggest you make a wish list of your favorite furniture outside of sales season and stick to it when deals start to drop. If you're shopping on a site that shows customer reviews or FAQs, make sure to read those thoroughly before you buy: it's the best indication of customer service and long-term performance.
See if you're eligible for special discounts
Research your favorite furniture store: you might find they run a newsletter, loyalty program, or social media account you didn't know about. Often, when you sign up, you're rewarded with a one-off special discount (somewhere in the range of 10-20%) as well as early access to future sales.
Make purchases in stages
Trying to find all your favorite pieces at once is exhausting and expensive. You might be better off embracing a slow renovating approach and shopping for pieces individually or in smaller batches.
What's a good price for furniture?
My answer to this question varies from shopper to shopper: it completely depends on which pieces you're buying and how much you're buying at once.
When asked 'how much should I spend on a sofa?', our experts' answers ranged from $1,000 to $5,000. It depends on the materials, the size, the shape, and the brand.
I'm not going to sit here and list every item of furniture you might find in your home. Instead, I'll point you in the direction of a few of our most informative features, so you can find advice that's tailored for you. Here's where to spend and where to save in a home renovation, as well as how much you should budget for home renovations.
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