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There are so many sitewide sales happening this weekend, including at Bathing Culture, Brooklinen, and Posh Peanut — and all of those end on Sunday night, so don’t dillydally. We’ve also been doing some deal-making of our own, because Parachute is offering our readers an exclusive discount on its Strategist-approved bedding for a limited time. As always, make sure to sign up for our email newsletter for even more sales coverage — including extra deals each Friday hand-selected by yours truly.
Parachute Down Pillow
Kicking things off with an ultrarare, Strategist-only sale: Parachute is offering our readers 20 percent off all bedding inserts — meaning pillows, comforters, and mattress toppers — with the code STRAT20 this weekend only. You can’t go wrong with our best-selling down pillow, but you can also find everything on sale in my post here.
EltaMD UV Daily Broad-Spectrum Tinted Moisturizer SPF 40
It’s been way too long since I’ve seen our best overall sunscreen go on sale, and right now you can nab the tinted version for 20 percent off at both Amazon (when you apply the on-site coupon) and Dermstore (with the code SKIN20).
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 - 1.7 Oz.
Or if you prefer the non-tinted version, the discount applies to all of EltaMD’s products.
Jisulife Handheld Mini-Fan
Here’s another oldie but goodie, just in time for summer. It comes in five colors, but it’s the cheapest when you buy it in pink.
Chaco Z/1 Classic Sandals – Women’s
Continuing with some hot-weather staples: Here’s a really good deal on some wear-everywhere Chacos.
The Drop Avery Square-Toe Two-Strap High-Heeled Sandal
And a dressier sandal for summer weddings.
Dooney & Bourke Pebble Grain Crossbody
I was shocked to find this handsome leather Dooney & Bourke bag for over half-off at Amazon, of all places. (Just make sure you apply the on-site coupon to get an extra $10 off.)
Anne Klein Women’s Bracelet Watch
Also half-off is this braceletlike wristwatch from Anne Klein …
Fossil Grant Chronograph Light Brown Leather Watch
… and a leather option — for under $80 — from Fossil.
Amazon Essentials Men’s Classic-Fit Cargo Short
Skip the basic khaki cargos, because this blue pair is only $7.
ASAKUKI Premium Essential Oil Diffuser
A lovely essential-oil diffuser that would make a sweet (and inexpensive) Mother’s Day gift.
Kodak Mini Shot 3 Retro 4PASS 2-in-1 Instant Digital Camera and Photo Printer + 60 Sheets Cartridge Bundle
Or go all-in for the photography-loving mom with this instant-camera bundle, which includes a photo printer and 60 photo sheets.
Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones
My noise-canceling Bose headphones — which are also beloved by busy college students and frequent fliers — are $100 off.
Meridian The Trimmer
For bikini-area trimming, we recommend this electric razor. It’s waterproof and made with ceramic blades that can be replaced every three to four months, so you can use it all summer without fear of nicks.
PCA Skin C&E Advanced Serum
Use the code SKIN20 to take 20 percent off everything from PCA Skin. I recommend picking up this extra-strength vitamin-C serum, which is powerful without causing irritation — even on sensitive skin.
Act+Acre Vitamin E Scalp Detox Oil
If you missed out on stocking up on Act+Acre during our Two-Day Sale, we’ve got good news: The brand is extending our exclusive discount through the end of April. Use the code STRAT to take 35 percent off its cold-pressed detox oil, which is a great weekly deep cleanser to remove buildup from products and oil, as well as stimulate the scalp to encourage hair growth.
Brooklinen Linen Core Sheet Set - Queen
Everything at Brooklinen is 25 percent off this weekend, which is the best deal we’ve ever seen the brand offer. This “breathable” linen sheet set feels like “an angel’s kiss,” according to former Strategist writer Lauren Levy, and have “an immediately worn-in feel that only gets softer over time.”
Brooklinen Classic Percale Duvet Cover - Full/Queen
Amazon is price-matching a few of Brooklinen’s staples, including our best overall duvet cover. (Note that you’ll find more pattern and color options at Brooklinen.)
The Honest Company Coated Canvas City Backpack
If you’re in the market for an actually nice-looking work backpack or diaper bag, look no further than this $50 option from the Honest Company.
Bathing Culture Mind and Body Wash
Everything at sustainable brand Bathing Culture is 20 percent off this weekend. (The discount will show up once you add items to your cart.) Our senior editor Simone Kitchens has been using this body wash for years, and it has a similar feel to Dr. Bronner’s and a lovely woodsy scent.
Bathing Culture Cosmic Rainbow Towel (Organic) - Hand Towel
Bathing Culture’s organic-cotton towels are a thing of beauty; I’ve had this hand towel since 2020 and can attest that it both is lovely to look at and dries quickly (even in my unventilated bathroom).
Vans Lowland ComfyCush Shoe
Sale styles are an extra 25 percent off in-cart over at Vans. These are a nice upgrade from your checkered slip-ons.
Posh Peanut Convertible One Piece - Spacelings
Posh Peanut’s supersoft kids’ clothing rarely goes on sale, but you can get up to 75 percent off sitewide (even in the sale section) through the end of the weekend.
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