With fall just around the corner, retailers are quietly dropping some of the deepest end-of-season discounts we’ll see before Labor Day. Mid to late August is a golden window for savings—as stores clear out inventory to make room for autumn inventory, it’s prime time to score outdoor summer gear and home upgrades for a fraction of the price.
That’s where USA TODAY’s Fall Reset comes in. Friday, Aug. 14 marks Day 14 of our month-long shopping event, and today I’m digging into the sales that are actually worth your time. Whether you're building out a cozy patio setup for crisp autumn nights by the fire pit or refreshing your bedroom, these clearance finds let you prep your space now so you can kick back and enjoy the cooler months ahead.
Best end-of-summer sales to shop now
Saatva mattresses
Saatva Classic Mattresses
Get a luxurious
(and best-selling!) Saatva mattress. Even better, for a limited time only, you can score $400 off when you spend $1,000 or more during their Labor Day event.
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Best for: Luxury mattresses and bedroom upgrades
If your fall reset starts in the bedroom, don't sleep on Saatva. The brand rarely dishes out significant discounts between major sales events, making these end-of-summer deals one of the best chances all year to upgrade your mattress, base, and sleep essentials at a discount.
Shop for:
- Luxury mattresses
- Adjustable bases
- Pillows and bedding
- Bedroom furniture
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HexClad cookware
HexClad Hybrid 6-Piece Fry Pan Set with Lids
Save 25% on this premium set of Gordon Ramsay-backed HexClad fry pans and lids.
$399 at HexClad (Save 25%)
Best for: Kitchen upgrades
If your fall reset is happening in the kitchen, HexClad deserves a spot on your radar. Crisp autumn weather means heavier comfort cooking is right around the corner, making now the perfect window to score deep savings on its hybrid cookware before the cool-weather recipes start rolling in.
Look for deals on:
- Cookware sets
- Fry pans
- Dutch ovens
- Kitchen bundles
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Wayfair
Shop Summer Markdowns at Wayfair
Don't sleep on Wayfair’s seasonal clearance event. Shop end-of-season price drops on outdoor furniture, rugs, and more to make it easy to overhaul your space for way less.
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Best for: Furniture and home refreshes
If you’re tackling both indoor and outdoor spaces, Wayfair’s end-of-summer clearance is a must-shop. They’re dropping massive discounts across every category—making now the moment to score patio furniture, room-defining rugs and organization hacks before new inventory rolls in.
Top Wayfair deals:
- Save up to 70% off area rugs
- Save up to 50% on bedroom furniture
- Save up to 50% on outdoor lighting & decor clearance
- Save up to 40% on outdoor structure & spa clearance
Shop more summer clearance at Wayfair
Cozy Earth
Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set
Experience ultimate comfort with Cozy Earth's best-selling bamboo sheet set; made from 100% bamboo viscose for buttery-soft, temperature-regulating sheets.
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Best for: Bedding and comfort essentials
Don't sleep on Cozy Earth’s end-of-summer price drops. Renowned for its Oprah-loved bamboo sheet sets, this premium comfort brand is marking down sheets, loungewear and plush blankets—making now the ideal window to upgrade your sleep setup for the cooler months ahead.
Solawave LED skincare devices
Solawave 4-in-1 skincare wand
The Solwave 4-in-1 Skincare Wand combines red light therapy, therapeutic warmth, galvanic current, and facial massage to visibly smooth fine lines, boost radiance, reduce puffiness, and deeply hydrate skin— all in a gentle, portable and FDA-cleared device.
Get now at Solawave
Best for: Beauty-tech deals
Prepping your skin for colder weather? Solawave should be on your radar. Their viral red-light wands and therapy devices carry serious hype, and catching their end-of-season discounts is your best chance to upgrade your glow routine for a fraction of the usual price.
Weber grills
Weber Spirit SX-315 Smart Grill
With step-by-step assistance and real-time temperature alerts, the Spirit smart grill lets you multitask effortlessly while serving perfectly cooked meals every time.
Save at Weber
Best for: Backyard cooking and late-summer entertaining
Don't write off grilling season just because summer is winding down. Weber’s late-summer sale is packed with limited-time markdowns across gas, charcoal, pellet and griddle models—making right now the prime moment to upgrade your setup before tailgating season and fall cookouts take over.
Look for deals on:
- Gas grills
- Charcoal grills
- Wood pellet grills
- Grill covers, tools and accessories
REI
Shop end-of-season clearance at REI
Score top-rated hiking and camping gear at rock-bottom prices—giving you everything you need for sweater-weather trail days without paying full price.
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Best for: Outdoor gear clearance
Planning to hit the trails this autumn? Now is the time to stock up on outdoor gear. REI's seasonal inventory and end-of-summer clearance deals offer steep markdowns on camping tents, hiking boots and trail essentials before crisp fall weather arrives.
Shop top categories at REI:
- Camping gear
- Hiking apparel
- Backpacks
- Outdoor accessories
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Pottery Barn
Shop end of season clearance at Pottery Barn
Pottery Barn’s end-of-season markdowns are live, offering rare discounts across outdoor sets, furniture and seasonal accents.
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Best for: Elevated home décor
Upgrade your home with Pottery Barn’s seasonal price drops. With fall inventory rolling in, you can score major savings on everything from outdoor patio furniture to timeless indoor decor—giving you top-tier quality for a fraction of the cost before the holiday rush hits.
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MacKenzie-Childs
Shop MacKenzie-Childs clearance
Now’s the time to snag those iconic MacKenzie-Childs pieces. End-of-season sales are serving up rare markdowns on signature checkerboard enamelware, serveware and statement kitchen decor.
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Best for: Statement décor and entertaining
Level up your fall entertaining game with MacKenzie-Childs. End-of-summer price drops make it surprisingly affordable to score their viral checkerboard serveware, kitchen tools, and statement accents—perfect for elevating your table setup ahead of the holidays.
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Target
Shop clearance deals at Target
Grab deals on outdoor furniture, fire pits, clothing, toys and so much more. There is something to shop for everyone at Target.
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Best for: Affordable seasonal finds
Don't skip Target’s end-of-season clearance deals. August is perfect for massive price drops across outdoor living and home finds—giving you a rare shot to stock up on everyday favorites for a fraction of retail.
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Smart shopping tips for your fall reset
- Prioritize outdoor purchases now. Patio furniture, grills and summer gear are often at their lowest prices before fall begins.
- Think ahead to the holidays. Home décor, cookware and entertaining essentials can be worth buying before seasonal demand spikes.
- Shop transitional pieces. Lightweight bedding, storage solutions and versatile home updates work well across seasons.
- Don't wait too long. Clearance inventory is limited, and the best colors, sizes and styles tend to disappear first.
Bottom line
If you've been waiting for one last chance to score summer savings, this is it. From luxury sleep upgrades at Saatva and Cozy Earth to outdoor essentials from REI and home refreshes at Wayfair, Pottery Barn and Target, the final weeks of summer are packed with opportunities to save before fall officially arrives.
What is USA TODAY's Fall Reset?
USA TODAY's Fall Reset is a month-long shopping event in August to help shoppers prepare for the busy fall season before prices increase and popular products sell out. The event highlights the best deals and must-have seasonal items across categories including school supplies, dorm essentials, TVs, mattresses, home upgrades, fall fashion and football gear.
Throughout August, the USA TODAY Shopping team curates product recommendations, discounts and seasonal essentials to help shoppers save money and get ahead of common fall expenses before Labor Day sales begin.
Shop USA TODAY Shopping's Fall Reset by week
- Week 1:Back-to-school and dorm shopping
- Week 2:Fall vibes, home, family and seasonal prep
- Week 3:Home improvement, outdoor and yard prep
- Week 4:Football, entertainment and Labor Day shopping
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