Ace your back-to-school shopping with the best deals for the year ahead. We’re sharing the top back-to-school sales happening now to help you score A+ savings.
12 Back-to-School Sales You Don’t Want to Miss
1. Nordstrom
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is always a stand-out for back-to-school sales thanks to its generous discount on brand-new fall essentials (and not summer’s hand-me-downs). This is definitely one to shop if you’re looking for name-brand styles, designer shoes or pricier beauty labels. The sale last through 8/4, and everything ships free.
2. Nordstrom Rack
Need to stock up on a few pieces but on a tighter budget? Nordstrom Rack carries all of the same brands as Nordstrom but with further-slashed prices. Check out their flash sales and clearance section for the best discounts, and pick up smaller purchases at your local store (otherwise, orders ship free at $89+.)
3. Converse
Love Chuck Taylors? The Converse back-to-school sale has you covered with 25% off rarely-discounted styles plus an extra 40% off select markdowns. Just use code BACK2SCHOOL to unlock your savings, and sign into your free Converse account for free shipping for members.
4. Nike
The Nike back-to-school sale is live now with an extra 25% off select styles for the family. Use code SPORT25 to gear up before classes start, and sign into your free Nike members account for free shipping on orders $50+.
5. Macy’s
The magic of Macy’s definitely includes big discounts on name-brand back-to-school staples. The retailer is currently offering up to 50% off kids’ back-to-school styles plus up to 80% off clearance items. Star Rewards members, free to join, enjoy free shipping on orders $25+, and the sale ends on 8/4.
6. ULTA Beauty
Take advantage of rare savings on drugstore and prestige brands as well as fragrance right now at Ulta Beauty. Score $10 off your $50+ qualifying purchase with code JOY10 or $20 off $100+ with code JOY20. We suggest placing your order during one of the store’s Beauty Break events to score free gifts with your purchase, and look for some enticing GWP offers to pop up throughout the sale. Shipping is free for orders $35+, and deals end on 7/29.
7. Clarks
Clarks is currently offering up to 50% off select styles plus an extra 40% off with code EXTRA40 during their Summer Event. Shipping is free for orders $55+, and deals end on 8/15.
8. Coach Outlet
Love Coach? Then you’ll love the latest Coach Outlet sale. Score up to 70% off a variety of handbags, wallets, clothes and more now through 7/30. Shipping is free for Coach Insiders, free to join.
9. Reebok
Stock up on shoes and activewear at the Reebok back-to-school sales event. The store is offering shoppers 35% off sitewide plus 50% off sale items with code BACKTOSCHOOL. Shipping is free for Reebok members, free to join, and deals end on 8/12.
10. adidas
Stocking up for the year ahead? Visit adidas to save 30% on your purchase of two or more items with code SAVINGS. Shipping is free for adiClub members, free to join, and keep in mind that some exclusions (like Yeezy) still apply. Deals end on 7/30.
11. Amazon
The ultimate go-to destination for everything under the sun, Amazon is one of the best places to find huge discounts on everything from school supplies to clothing, shoes, backpacks and more. Take advantage of Subscribe & Save discounts where you can to unlock maximum savings on supplies, snacks and grocery items (you can cancel any subscriptions once your items ship.)
12. Walmart
Much like Amazon, Walmart is a great place to snag back-to-school deals (think notebooks, glue sticks, crayons, ink pens, folders and more starting at 25 cents.) But that’s not all: Walmart also has a huge assortment of designer clothing, shoes and accessories — many of which are heavily discounted. Shipping is free for Walmart+ members or orders $35+.
