If this week’s sunnier days are a sneak peak of what’s to come, it might be time to put our winter clothing back in storage. Luckily, I found plenty of on-sale spring-y clothing items and accessories, including some colorful Tevas, a gauzy top from J.Crew, and a few lightweight closet staples from Cos’s Friends and Family sale. For beauty lovers on a budget, I’ve also included some of our readers’ favorite products (such as the very best cream blush) from Sephora’s Savings Event, which is live until the end of the weekend. Then there are some outdoor essentials, such as a sip-anywhere personal water filter and a lively green towel. And as always, make sure to sign up for our email newsletter for even more sales coverage.
Studs is having a sitewide sale with 20 percent off all their earrings, cuffs, and chains. This cute chunky huggie is available in gold and silver (I’m eyeing the former), single or as a pair, and is safe for sensitive ears.
This cute baguette stud comes in classic silver or gold options, or you could welcome spring with the delightful emerald-and-gold stud.
I’ve included this personal water filter for avid hikers and the folks (myself included) who realized their emergency preparedness was lackluster after New York’s recent earthquake. To use, simply stick the straw in water and sip.
For transitioning babies off the bottle, consider this straw-training cup, which is the perfect size for tiny hands and almost half off with our special code. You can use it with the lid and straw or with an open top, and the straw has sensory bumps that will help your kid know where to keep their lips while sipping.
From the maker of our favorite black tees with pockets comes this classic black tee.
Strategist contributor Mya Gelber recently told us that the white version of this tee is “one of the few white T-shirts you could get away with wearing in a corporate setting.” But there’s also this fun spring-y green striped option that is discounted as part of Cos’s sitewide Friends and Family sale (25 percent off everything, automatically applied at checkout).
This crisp, breezy shirt dress will keep you cool and looking put-together no matter how warm it gets outside. On cooler days, it will go nicely layered with a sweater.
We named Dyson’s V8 stick vac the best lightweight cordless vacuum, and this version has a 40-minute run time, weighs less than six pounds, and comes with some handy attachments (a combination tool, crevice tool, and hair-screw tool).
Sephora’s Savings Event is still going strong but will end in just a few days. One of the items Strategist readers have been stocking up on is Summer Fridays’ Lip Butter Balm. It’s still in stock in a few colors, including this delicious deep-brown shade that smells like brown sugar.
After testing 20 popular cream blushes, Strategist beauty columnist Rio Viera-Newton named this the best one. It’s richly pigmented and delivers a lightweight powdery finish.
Finally, there’s the dry shampoo that Strategist writer Arielle Avila told us is her new favorite. It allows her to go days after a wash without an oily or irritated scalp. Plus it smells fresh and expensive, she writes.
Among the variety of items on sale at J.Crew is this camp-collar shirt, which comes in a subtly puckered cotton grid weave and six colors.
For cooler temps, this rugged and soft collared shirt feels like a cozy sweater but looks like a structured shirt. Customer reviews say it runs slightly large, which makes it ideal for layering.
This white button-up has classic tailoring but comes in a soft, lightweight double-gauze that goes with just about everything and doesn’t require ironing.
Whether you’re looking to refresh your table linens or planning some dinner parties, these linen napkins will complement your place settings nicely. Along with this pale-orange option that Tekla is calling “Apple Core” I love the pastel-green and cobalt-blue options.
For tanning and swimming, there’s this eye-catching towel in a trippy print that is more than a third off.
If you’re in need of some new sandals, check out these discounted tie-dye sandals from REI. They’re one of the many comfortable shoes that celebrities have told us they can’t live without.
These linerless shorts will be great for warm-weather workouts and are designed specifically for running and training.
Lululemon’s ever-popular Align Leggings are on sale. And this version has very handy pockets.
Last but not least, there’s this welcoming woven doormat from West Elm. It’s mold-resistant and can be vacuumed or hosed off if your shoes have tracked in anything from April showers.
The Strategist is designed to surface the most useful, expert recommendations for things to buy across the vast e-commerce landscape. Some of our latest conquests include the best acne treatments, rolling luggage, pillows for side sleepers, natural anxiety remedies, and bath towels. We update links when possible, but note that deals can expire and all prices are subject to change.
