I've learned the hard way, after years of decorating rental properties and then two full home renovation projects, it is the rugs, mirrors, and lighting where I often end up blowing the budget.
I'm sure we can all remember the shock when we first moved out and realized the true cost of decorating a home from scratch. That’s why I’m making the most of the sales this weekend and finally investing in those finishing touch pieces I’ve had my eye on.
As someone who's spent more hours than I'd like to admit comparing price tags on sconces and scrolling through the best rugs for my budget, I can confidently say that the Memorial Day home sales are the best time to add those items to my basket. For example, Wayfair has 70% off rugs with some amazing designer looks from Loloi and celeb designer collabs. I was also impressed to see a huge 60% off at Pottery Barn, which is always our go-to for high quality designs.
So if you're looking for some decor ideas to cheer up your home ahead of summer, I’ve handpicked a mix of lighting ideas, rugs, and mirrors that are both aesthetically pleasing and deeply discounted right now.
12 rugs, lights, and mirrors to shop in the sales this weekend
Whether you're starting from scratch like me or just giving a room a seasonal refresh, this weekend is the perfect moment to snag high-quality home accessories at a fraction of the price.
These are the items that give your home character and polish, but they tend to come with a higher price tag because they’re either statement-making or timeless investment pieces. And we all know that nothing transforms a room faster than a beautiful new light fixture or statement mirror. So while investing in these pieces can feel daunting, a well-timed sale is the smartest way to stretch your decorating budget without sacrificing style.
Here are the items I’m adding to my cart before the sales end – and before they sell out.
As a fan of the loud luxury trend, I was surprised by how much I love this neutral rug from the Chris Loves Julia x Loloi collab. But thanks to its easygoing yet elevated style, it's a timeless piece that will still feel like an investment for years to come and can be worked into any interior design style.
Spotting that the Threshold designed with Studio McGee collection at Target had finally kicked off some Memorial Day sales with up to 40% off has made my weekend. I've had my eye on this softly curved mirror for a while to brighten up my entryway.
Designed by Kelly Clarkson, no less, this pendant was created to be the perfect kitchen island lighting idea – and I think she's nailed it. It oozes farmhouse style but remains sleek and modern thanks to the black metal and fresh white shades.
Floor lamps can often come with quite a hefty price tag, but not if you shop wisely. This elegantly arched floor lamp from Walmart caught my eye because of its wam, rattan shade, and sleek gold finish, but it was the $130 saving that had me heading to checkout.
Anthropologie is a great destination for home decor, but it isn't equally the most budget-friendly. Luckily, they currently have up to 30% off in the holiday weekend sale, which means beautifully unique pieces like this hand-tufted, garden-inspired rug are just a touch more affordable.
If you're looking for some coastal decor ideas that go beyond the norm (or the kitsch), this lamp from Pottery Barn is top of my list. I love the subtle nautical theme with the knotted manila rope and tapered shade – this is how to properly decorate a beach house for the modern decorator.
You might have noticed that the burl wood trend is ramping up this year, with everyone from high-end designers to budget retailers buying into this retro, statement finish. I love the dramatic knots on this mirror from Walmart.
My mission has been hunting down a vintage-inspired flatweave rug for my dining room. I'm particularly drawn to the Scandi style of this pistachio green rug from Joss & Main – it looks good enough to eat, and the pile isn't too thick to be a nuisance when pulling out chairs at the table.
One of my biggest bedroom lighting mistakes in my renovation was forgetting to add some wiring in for little reading lights by the bedside. Now I've had that rectified with new electrics, I'm picking up these wiggly and wavy brass sconces to add a luxe feel to my bedtime routine.
I was pleasantly surprised to find that the Serena & Lily Memorial Day sale also includes their new-in pieces, like this blossoming rug. I love that it feels both neutral and grounding yet decorative with that handwoven, contrasting floral border.
With 55% off, this beaded chandelier is a bit of a steal from the Wayfair sale. Typically, unique and large lighting like this is usually around double, if not triple, the price – particularly as it has six candle-style lights to beautifully illuminate your space.
While this isn't the biggest mirror around, the stylish silhouette of this braided rattan is full of charm. I'd love to see it hung about the sink in a powder room or worked into a gallery wall. Perfect for the scalloped decor trend.
I’ve learned the hard way that waiting too long to buy big-ticket home accessories usually means missing out – or paying full price later. Rugs, mirrors, and lights might not be impulse buys, but when they’re on sale, it’s the perfect time to say yes.
If you're looking to really make the most of this weekend's sales, I'm also covering all of the best Memorial Day furniture sales. This is where I'm tracking the can't-miss furniture deals and patio furniture deals throughout the entire weekend.
