The sun is high, the prices are low, and your favorite retailers are practically begging you to upgrade your wardrobe, home, and skincare routine for summer. Whether you’re stocking up on SPF, swapping out your worn-out sandals, or finally investing in that kitchen gadget everyone won’t shut up about, the season’s best steals have officially landed.
This isn’t just about a few clearance racks and coupon codes: We’re talking full-blown, add-to-cart-worthy discounts on everything from supportive swimsuits to high-tech electronics. Some are flash-in-the-pan promos, others are summer-long score-fests — and we’ve sorted through them so you don’t have to.
Ahead: the crème de la clearance. The markdowns that matter. The alternative 2025 Prime Day sales you’ll want to shop before they vanish like your last vacation day.
Best Overall Alternative Prime Day Sales
Summer Fashion Sales 2025
Summer Home Sales 2025
Summer Beauty and Wellness Sales 2025
Summer Tech Sales 2025
Best Alternative Prime Day Sales of 2025
Hill House Home
Is there anything better than a summer nap? Well, how about a summer nap dress. Hill House Home went viral for its nap dress, which works for a mid-afternoon snooze and a brunch date alike. The iconic frock, plus more of the brand’s gorgeous styles, are on sale now.
If you’re headed anywhere by plane this summer, we say you should treat yourself to a new personal item. This tote from the beloved Tory Burch line is big enough to carry your laptop, water bottle, books, and at least one outfit, but it’s chic enough to fit under the seat. It’s not just handbags on sale — save across all categories.
Wayfair is offering up to 70 percent off across all categories right now as part of its four-day flash sale, turning its overstock inventory into your chance to save. If you’ve been hoping to refresh your patio this summer, outdoor furniture is up to 50 percent off. Included are this umbrella, which feels like it belongs at a swanky resort, and this eight-piece modular furniture set, which comes with a fire pit, sectional, and side table, all for under $900.
An extra 40 percent off sale styles? That’s music to our ears. Use the code SHOPNOW to save on already marked-down summer essentials at J.Crew, like Katie’s favorite tee and breezy linen skirts until July 14. And if you’re already prepping for fall, select cashmere pieces are 40 percent off.
Sandal season is here. Zappos is our go-to for finding trendy, affordable, and comfortable footwear, no matter your vacation plans. Brands like Birkenstock, Hoka, and more are up to 70 percent off right now, giving you a reason to revamp your entire shoe lineup.
With up to 65 percent off shorts, tops, and other warm-weather staples, now’s the time to stock up on vacation-ready fashion. Think Free People, DKNY, Calvin Klein, and some of your other favorite brands. If you’re still searching for that perfect summer wedding guest dress, consider it found.
Summer Fashion Sales
Now until July 14, you can save up to 70 percent on clearance and up to 50 percent off everything else over at Lands’ End. If you plan to have a ton of fun in the sun this summer, we suggest snagging a couple of protective shirts so you can spend less time applying sunscreen and more time splashing in the pool.
Snag up to 70 percent off Kohl’s clearance section now, where sizes from brands like Nike and Sephora beauty products are flying off the shelves.
Diamonds at a discount? Yes, please. Effy Jewelry is offering up to 30 percent off sitewide on gorgeous fine pieces.
Nordstrom rarely disappoints. There are thousands of goodies marked down, including these cute sandals that are begging to be worn on vacation. The retailer’s annual Anniversary Sale has officially kicked off for Icon-status Nordstrom cardholders, and on July 12, the sale officially opens for everyone. To make things easier, check out our wishlist, plus see Katie’s own roundup of Nordstrom faves, too.
Ann Taylor Loft is having a summer bash, and you’re invited. No code needed to score an extra 50 percent off sale styles at Loft right now. Plus, you’ll always get free shipping with any order over $99.
Summer Home Sales
Want to go on a Target run? Target Circle Week takes place now until July 12, and it has deals across the board, including up to 40 percent off vacuums, 50 percent off home decor, and a ton of discounts on fashion for the entire family.
Garnet Hill is offering up to 70 percent off hundreds of items, from swimwear to home. We love this swim dress, which offers some extra coverage without feeling like a maternity top, but this wrinkle-resistant duvet cover may end up in our carts, too.
Staff members Justine Carreon and Katie Pittman are both Saatva evangelists. They claim their mattresses have helped alleviate joint pain and resulted in more comfortable sleep. Currently, the brand is offering a special deal of up to $300 off when you buy a bed and any of the mattress models like the Classic, RX, and Contour5.
What makes a house a home is the memories made inside it. Preserving your family’s story is a lifelong gift, but recording it all can take, well, a lifetime. Autograph makes it easy: it calls you or a loved one weekly to record guided interviews, then weaves those conversations into a library of your life, with pages for friends, family, places, and defining chapters. Right now, the program is 30 percent off with code SUMMER30.
Cleaning with harsh chemicals just isn’t for everyone. For sustainable alternatives, turn to Grove. This week, the go-to destination for eco-friendly home and personal care is kicking off summer with 20 percent off $75 or more with the code WELCOME, and you’ll always get free shipping on orders over $29. It’s the perfect time to stock up and save on everything from green cleaning essentials to SPF.
Katie helped her daughter plan her wedding, and maybe you’re doing the same for your kids (or planning your own!). One thing that’s becoming outdated? Paying for pricey paper goods. Instead, use the code PAPER15 for 15 percent off The Knot’s beautiful invitations, RSVPs, and more.
Famous for their cool, ultra-soft sheets, Cozy Earth is offering our readers 35 percent off sitewide with the code KATIECOURIC.
Vacuums, air purifiers, hair dryers, and more are currently discounted at Shark for their Fourth of July sale event that runs until July 14. We’ve got our eyes on this robot vacuum and mop that empties itself, making cleanup an absolute breeze (and it’s $400 off).
Summer Beauty and Wellness Sales
Right now, you can save up to 30 percent on everything from red light therapy masks to double-duty primer and SPF by Peter Thomas Roth.
We support fireworks — in the bedroom, that is. Make sparks fly thanks to LoveHoney, which is offering up to 70 percent off its toe-curling toys.
Summer Tech Sales
Hundreds of dollars are slashed off the prices of smart home devices, Samsung, Sony, and Hisense TVs, and any of your tech needs during Best Buy’s Black Friday in July sale, which ends on July 13.
You can always count on Walmart to roll back prices on electronics, no matter the season. Right now, get a $12 hands-free phone holder for your car so you’re never fumbling at a light, AirPods Pro for under $150, and a massage gun that’ll ease aches and pains for only $50. Not in the market for tech? Plenty of patio furniture, BBQ essentials, and lawn care equipment are also marked down.
Ever wondered what your four-legged friends get up to when you leave the house? With a 360-degree camera, now you can. This set comes with a rotating camera that can throw treats and a mini camera that can easily be mounted on a wall or set on a bookshelf in a different room so you can see your pets at all times via the Furbo app. This is the lowest price we’ve ever seen on the set (and it includes a free trial of the Furbo Nanny subscription, which gives you live updates on your pet’s wellbeing).
