Memorial Day Sales women 40+ will love: fashion, beauty, health and homes editors share where to shop

These are the Memorial Day sales our editors are shopping this holiday weekend for fashion, beauty, health and home bargains

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Looking for the best Memorial Day sales? Whether you're refreshing your wardrobe, stocking up on beauty essentials, giving your home a spring clean or searching for the hottest deals on health tech, we've got the scoop on the biggest discounts across your favourite retailers ahead of the holiday weekend.

The Best Memorial Day sales to shop right now

We break down the best Memorial Day sales across beauty, fashion, home, sleep, and tech—at legacy retailers including Amazon, Sephora, Home Depot, and more.

Beauty deals

DERMSTORE: Save between 20 and 30%

DERMSTORE: Save between 20 and 30%

A go-to for professional-grade skincare staples, Dermstore is reliable for Memorial Day savings. Their sales event tends to last for around a week, with savings to be had on the best red light therapy devices, reliable shampoos and conditioners, plus some of the best sunscreens money can buy.

ghd: Save up to £100 on selected products

ghd: Save up to £100 on selected products

We all love a ghd hair straightener, so if yours is ready for a replacement or maybe you want to branch out to one of their best hair dryers or try out one of their innovative curling tools, this is the perfect time to shop.

NORDSTROM: Up to 25% off beauty and fragrance

NORDSTROM: Up to 25% off beauty and fragrance

Nordstrom offers some of our favourite high-end beauty picks, from the best Jo Malone perfumes to chic brands like Lancôme, Tom Ford and Chanel. Given the higher price points of these brands, their Memorial Day sale is the perfect opportunity to treat yourself for less.

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE: Up to $300 off

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE: Up to $300 off

Known for offering luxury in every department, the famous name tends to offer savings opportunities during holidays. Think premium brands like Armani Beauty, Dior and Sisley-Paris, alongside advanced, ingredient-led offerings like Bioeffect, La Prairie and 111Skin. A great time to treat yourself or maybe save on an upcoming gift for someone special.

SEPHORA: Beauty sale now on

SEPHORA: Beauty sale now on

Everyone's favorite beauty store doesn't let a Memorial Day go by without treating us to a discount or two. With deals expected to be available on skincare, makeup, fragrance and haircare, it's the perfect time to try the newest hair straighteners, update your best moisturiser, or stock up on long-lasting lipsticks.

ULTA BEAUTY: Sale live now

ULTA BEAUTY: Sale live now

A hub for drugstore beauty, a sale at Ulta is the best way to really get the most for your money when shopping for all your staples. They usually have a different focus each day of their sale but also have a huge range of discounted products available outside of this throughout the sales period. Buy a range of the best cleansers and toners to keep your skin healthy, stock up on your best mascaras and foundations and maybe even splash out on a new long-lasting perfume.

Fashion deals

ANTHROPOLOGIE: save up to 80% on brands like Birkenstock, Damson Madder and Mother Denim

ANTHROPOLOGIE: save up to 80% on brands like Birkenstock, Damson Madder and Mother Denim

Marrying quality with trend appeal, Anthropologie typically skews on the expensive side. However, the fashion giant has bestowed us with discounts on sandals, dresses, and more for your closet.

EVERLANE: Up to 80% off sale items

EVERLANE: Up to 80% off sale items

With over 550 products currently on sale, Everlane's elevated-casual silhouettes are perfect for curating a capsule wardrobe. Another perk? The page is regularly updated with new styles, collections, and accessories.

GAP: 40% off everything in the Friends & Family sale - cardmembers get an extra 10% off

GAP: 40% off everything in the Friends & Family sale - cardmembers get an extra 10% off

Need a summer refresh? At Gap, you can shop the latest styles all discounted (except the new Doen collection). Plus, cardmembers get an extra little discount!

MACY'S: 40-60% off flash sale

MACY'S: 40-60% off flash sale

Say hello to sunshine and Macy's annual summer sale event. Snag deals on top-rated jewelry, accessories, designer bags, and chic dresses—from brands including Calvin Klein and Free People.

NORDSTROM: shop limited-time sale, new markdowns and bestsellers

NORDSTROM: shop limited-time sale, new markdowns and bestsellers

Score major savings from this one-stop shop during the sale, featuring trend-forward accessories and huge brands.

ZAPPOS: save up to 77% on shoes by Havaianas and Sam Edelman

ZAPPOS: save up to 77% on shoes by Havaianas and Sam Edelman

Revamp your shoe game with discounts on popular brands, such as Nike, adidas, Converse, and more. Before you talk yourself out of the purchase, remember: as Carrie Bradshaw, a philosopher of the early aughts, once said, "When one door closes, a shoe box open."

Fitness deals

NIKE: 40% off sneakers, running gear, athleisure, and more

NIKE: 40% off sneakers, running gear, athleisure, and more

Be it best Nike running shoes or best leggings, this fitness authority is teeming with a variety of buys for the long haul. Hesitant to splurge? Just Do It.

ADIDAS: 50% off select sale items

ADIDAS: 50% off select sale items

Like Nike, Adidas is backed by long-term shoppers-turned-loyalists and more evidently, trendy fitness apparel—with unique styles piling on each season. And now, you can scoop up legacy best-sellers for half the price. 'Tis the season of treating yourself.

Home deals

AMAZON: Epic Memorial Day deals on outdoor and patio furniture, grills, home items and appliances

AMAZON: Epic Memorial Day deals on outdoor and patio furniture, grills, home items and appliances

Start the summer right with Amazon, a major hub of high-quality investment pieces for your home at discounted prices. In this convenient corner of the internet, you'll find bargains on kitchen essentials, useful gardening tools, and ingenious solutions for your cozy abode.

HOME DEPOT: up to 50% off outdoor and indoor home décor, furniture, appliances, and more from May 15 through May 26

HOME DEPOT: up to 50% off outdoor and indoor home décor, furniture, appliances, and more from May 15 through May 26

Whether you're starting a DIY project or sprucing up your space, Home Depot houses the essentials—and you can explore major savings in-store and online now until May 26. You'll find savings on furniture, kitchen essentials, homeware, and outdoor living.

LOWE'S: up to $245 off appliances until May 28

LOWE'S: up to $245 off appliances until May 28

Lowe's is offering up to $245 off of an array of home appliances, such as microwaves, refrigerators, washers and dryers, ovens, and more. After discount, washers start at $499, refrigerators at $175, and other kitchen items range from $395.

WALMART: Summer patio furniture and décor with some sensational savings

WALMART: Summer patio furniture and décor with some sensational savings

Transform your backyard into an outdoor oasis with Walmart's curation of furniture, camping gear, grills, appliances, and home entertainment. The retail authority is brimming with unrivalled finds, from portable speakers and polaroid cameras to $5 plant food and outdoor dining sets under $1000.

WAYFAIR: Up to 70% off outdoor furniture, patio and dining sets, hammocks, gazebos, and more

WAYFAIR: Up to 70% off outdoor furniture, patio and dining sets, hammocks, gazebos, and more

Wayfair ups the ante with Memorial Day sales year after and year; and 2025 is poised to bring bigger and better savings across more categories, including home and kitchen. You can easily score finds under $50; plus, deals are updated daily — even after the holiday festivities.

Sleep deals

BEAR: 35% off sitewide with two free pillows with a purchase

BEAR: 35% off sitewide with two free pillows with a purchase

Bear's Memorial Day sales are simply unmatched. In addition to sitewide discounts and gift bundles, the retailer is offering two free cloud pillows (up to $125 value).

NECTAR: Major discounts on mattresses, sleep sets, accessories, and more

NECTAR: Major discounts on mattresses, sleep sets, accessories, and more

Right now, Nectar is offering up to 66% off in their Memorial Day sales that are worth the splurge — including major savings on the Nectar Memory Foam Mattress. I've seen mattresses from as low was £349.

SAATVA: up to $600 off some stand-out mattresses in their Memorial Day sale

SAATVA: up to $600 off some stand-out mattresses in their Memorial Day sale

Saatva curates high-quality mattresses that offer enhanced support for all sleeping positions. To celebrate Memorial Day, the brand is taking 10-20% off orders — including the award-winning Saatva Classic Mattress.

FAQ about Memorial Day sales

When do Memorial Day sales start?

  • Memorial Day falls on Monday, May 26 this year but sales have already begun, with many retailers launching early deal events ahead of the official holiday weekend.  
  • Memorial Day sales traditionally run throughout the three-day holiday weekend, ending as Memorial Day comes to a close.
  • Following Memorial Day, many retailers announce summer sales. The next big sales event on our radar is Amazon Prime Day 2025, which is expected to take place in July, although the retailer has yet to confirm the dates.

Are Memorial Day sales worth buying?

  • Yes, it's common to find major discounts on outdoor furniture and garden gear, household appliances, and home décor items during the best Memorial Day sales. 
  • You can also expect to find deals at major fashion and beauty retailers during this time, as they phase out old collections and products in favor of new product lines ready for the summer season.

What are the best Memorial Day sales?

  • The biggest deals and best Memorial Day sales tend to see discounts on tech (mobile devices, TVs, etc.), home and kitchen appliances, and outdoor items in preparation for the commencement of summer.
  • Memorial Day sales also focus on summer apparel, fitness gear, and mattresses, with many sleep-orientated companies offering sitewide discounts.

What is the best thing to buy on Memorial Day?

  • Household appliances, outdoor furniture and equipment, plus clothing and tech are among the best buys during Memorial Day sales. Mattresses are also a popular purchase with major brands including Saatva, Tempur-Pedic and Nectar all typically offering 20-40% off.
Heidi Scrimgeour
Ecommerce Editor

Heidi is a seasoned lifestyle journalist with almost 20 years of experience. Before joining Future in 2021, she enjoyed a successful freelance career that spanned more than 15 years. During this time, Heidi achieved bylines in most of the UK's national newspapers, including The Guardian, The Times, and The Telegraph, and wrote for a wide variety of print and digital magazines, including Psychologies, Red, Glamour and Mother & Baby, where she was Shopping Editor for six years. Heidi specialises in consumer content including buying guides, product reviews and gift guides that solve every 'what to buy for...' problem you can think of.