Department store sales are more than just flashy signs and red tags—they’re opportunities to score serious value if you know where to look. From fashion and home goods to beauty and kitchen essentials, department stores like Macy’s, Kohl’s, and JCPenney offer major seasonal savings. Here are the top 10 department store deals you don’t want to miss this season.
- Macy’s One-Day Sale
This classic sale happens several times a year, usually on weekends, with early online access on Fridays. You can expect markdowns of 30–60% on clothing, accessories, and home items. The best deals are often found in bedding, small appliances, and handbags. Check out Macy’s Weekly Deals for the next event.
- Kohl’s Bonus Buy Events
Kohl’s runs Bonus Buy events that often overlap with Kohl’s Cash earning periods and percent-off coupons. These deals usually include activewear, baby gear, and kitchen products. Stack with Kohl’s Rewards and watch for limited-time promo codes.
- JCPenney Clearance Events
JCPenney regularly refreshes its clearance inventory with items marked down by 50–80%. Look for seasonal closeouts, especially in men’s dresswear, outerwear, and bedding.
- Macy’s White Sale (January and Summer)
This home-focused event offers significant savings on bedding, towels, and kitchen linens. It usually aligns with post-holiday clearance in January and a smaller version during summer. Combine with storewide coupons for up to 70% off retail prices.
- Kohl’s Friends & Family Sale
Running in March, August, and November, this sale includes 20–30% off storewide using a promo code. Great time to shop for activewear, kids’ clothing, and home décor. Stack with a Kohl’s gift card that earns cashback to increase savings. You can purchase one easily through Fluz. Download Fluz here.
- JCPenney Buy One, Get One Deals
During seasonal transitions, JCPenney often offers BOGO deals on men’s dress shirts, women’s basics, and children’s apparel. These can be especially valuable when layered with digital coupons or a JCPenney gift card that earns rewards.
- Macy’s Friends & Family Beauty Sale
A few times per year, Macy’s offers discounts on prestige beauty brands usually excluded from other promotions. Brands like Clinique, Estée Lauder, and Lancôme often qualify for 10–25% off during these windows. Combine with Macy’s Star Rewards for loyalty perks.
- Kohl’s Yes2You Clearance Drops
Yes2You Rewards members often get early access to clearance markdowns. Items like shoes, handbags, and juniors’ fashion frequently drop below 60% off. Use the Kohl’s App to stack discounts and track new drops.
- JCPenney Home Sales
During Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Back-to-School seasons, JCPenney marks down home items like furniture, rugs, and cookware. Look for stackable digital coupons and mail-in rebates from name brands like Cuisinart and Shark.
- Flash Deals on Department Store Apps
All three stores offer flash pricing and app-only discounts. Check:
Set push notifications to stay ahead of surprise price drops, especially on weekends and holidays.
