Labor Day weekend brings top sales, deals at major Texas retailers
While Labor Day is a time to honor the contributions of the American workforce, there are also some fun tidbits associated with the holiday — like that old wives' tale about not wearing white — and then, of course, there are the endless sales, especially when it comes to furniture.
Many also consider the holiday the end of summer, but does Labor Day mean the start of fall?
Always celebrated the first Monday in September, here are your questions answered about Labor Day:
What is Labor Day and why do we celebrate it?
Labor Day celebrates the social and economic achievements of American workers, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.
The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated with a parade on Tuesday, Sept. 5, 1882, in New York City. Nearly 25,000 union members and their families lined the streets of lower Manhattan near city hall.
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Why aren't you supposed to wear white after Labor Day?
There are different theories about the so-called fashion rule.
For instance, the old wives' tale may have stemmed from simply being practical during the summer months, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. Before air conditioning, white and light-weight clothing was popular during scorching summer heat, and then people switched to darker clothing in the winter.
Another belief is the rule is rooted in the wealthy, according to Vogue.
The affluent would leave sweltering cities in the summer and travel to cooler places by the ocean, often packing white attire in their suitcases.
They would return as the crisp, cool temperatures of fall arrived, packing away white linen suits and flowing summer dresses. Even more, places like New York had streets made of dirt and rotting garbage, which would show up easily in white clothing.
In modern days, Vogue says the rule shouldn't apply.
"We don’t live in the Gilded Age anymore. Our streets are paved. Our trash is taken out. You can wear white after Labor Day," the fashion magazine states.
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Does Labor Day mark the end of summer?
While we may experience cooler mornings that signal the start of fall, Labor Day does not mean summer has ended. In fact, the first day of fall is marked by the autumnal equinox, happening on Sunday, Sept. 22, according to the National Weather Service.
Is there school on Labor Day 2024?
No, schools are closed on Labor Day, seeing it is a federal holiday.
Best Labor Day sales
Many will enjoy a long three-day weekend, making it a perfect time to bask in sales, especially when it comes to furniture. Here is a list of big sales happening this weekend:
Amazon: It goes without saying that if you need something fast, Amazon is the answer. Amazon's Labor Day sale has huge discounts on dorm room essentials, home decor, storage solutions and so much more.
Apt2B: Get 20% off sitewide at Apt2B’s Labor Day furniture sale, plus up to 35% off orders of $5,499 or more.
Ashley: Shop the Ashley Labor Day furniture sale for up to 50% off plus an extra 10% off with code LDDEAL.
Crate & Barrel: Save up to 60% on cool, modern sofas, ottomans, lighting, dressers and so much more at the Crate & Barrel Labor Day weekend sale.
Flexispot: Upgrade your WFH setup with up to $250 off computer chairs, standing desks, recliners and more office furniture.
Frontgate: Frontgate has everything from outdoor patio sets to bar stools and bookshelves available for as much as 50% off right now with free shipping to boot.
JCPenney: Shop the JCPenney End of Summer sale for up to 50% off, plus an extra 30% off select furniture deals.
La-Z-Boy: Shop the La-Z-Boy sale section to save up to $600 on rocker recliners for your nursery, living room or den.
Lovesac: Get up to 30% off Sacs, sectionals, accessories and bundles at Lovesac during the brand's Labor Day sale.
Macy’s: Find some of the lowest prices of the season during the Macy’s Labor Day furniture sale now through Monday, Sept. 16.
Pottery Barn: Get up to 60% off chic bedroom furniture, comfortable leather chairs, bright outdoor patio sets and so much more at Pottery Barn this weekend.
QVC: Use code WELCOME30 to save $30 on your first QVC order of $60 or more.
Raymour & Flanigan: Shop Raymour & Flanigan’s Labor Day sale for up to 30% off mattresses, sectionals, sofas and more.
Target: Furniture deals up to 50% off TV stands, coffee tables, barstools, dressers and more.
Walmart: Shop Walmart’s Labor Day event for furniture deals for your entire home. Shop bedroom sets, kitchen accents, entryway tables and more.
Wayfair: The Wayfair Labor Day Clearance event has up to 70% off home decor, major appliances, furniture for your bedroom, living room and more.
West Elm: Skip the splurge at West Elm’s Labor Day furniture sale with up to 60% off, plus an extra 30% off clearance items with code LABORDAY.
USA Today contributed to this story.
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