October Prime Day Is Coming—But These Early Deals Are Already Worth Shopping

Amazon just announced its next Prime Day event: Prime Big Deal Days, coming October 6-7. Like the super-sale you know and love in July, this shorter, two-day version will feature markdowns across key categories like fashion, beauty, tech, and home. Here, we’ll share need-to-know info about the upcoming sale—and tips for scoring early deals from Apple, Dyson, and other popular brands.Shop Early October Prime Day DealsJump to:Best Tech DealsBest Fashion DealsBest Beauty DealsBest Home DealsBest Fitness DealsBest Travel DealsAmazon has promised thousands of discounts spanning all key categories. Based on last year’s sale, we expect deals on fall fashion, Korean skincare, hair tools, home decor, small kitchen appliances, tech gadgets, and suitcases, to name a few. Keep an eye out for markdowns from big-name brands like Levi’s, Neutrogena, and Beats by Dre.Do you need to be a Prime member to shop? While Prime Day is technically open to the public, a vast majority of discounts will only be available to Prime members, so it’s worth securing a membership ahead of time—or at least starting the free 30-day trial. Members get fast, free shipping on most items and access to Prime Video’s massive streaming library. (Right now, Amazon is even throwing in free Grubhub+.) If you’re a student between the ages of 18 and 24, you can get an extended six-month trial period and half off your membership.Become a Prime MemberWhen are Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days?Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are coming October 6 and 7—but hundreds of early deals are already live on the retailer’s site. Below, we’ve highlighted top markdowns across tech, fashion, beauty, home, fitness, and travel.Best Tech DealsAmazon’s early tech deals include headphones, TVs, Bluetooth speakers, and other useful gadgets. Some Apple products are already discounted, including AirPods Pro 3 at 20 percent off.Best Fashion DealsBefore you spend full price in the New Arrivals section, peruse Amazon’s markdowns from Gap, Madewell, and other popular brands—I’m spying some key fall trends hiding among the discounts. You can also save on entry-level designer bags from labels like Michael Kors, Staud, and Kate Spade New York.Best Beauty DealsOctober Prime Day is a great time to restock your go-to skincare products, upgrade your hair tools, or find a new fragrance. We’ve spotted a few Readers’ Choice Beauty Award winners included in Amazon’s current beauty deals.Gentle Enough for Daily UseReaders’ Choice Award WinnerOn Sale in Brown and BlackBest Home DealsYour space deserves a little glow-up before nesting season begins. If you’re a college student, use Amazon’s home deals to finish decorating your dorm or get your study setup ready for midterms. (Just look at that faux leopard rug!).Best Fitness DealsThere’s no better motivation to hit the gym than cute new workout clothes or sneakers. Use the sale to level up your at-home workouts and recovery sessions, too.Perfect for Work-from-HomeBest Travel DealsHoliday travel will be here before you know it. Your shopping budget will soon be going to gifts, so it’s worth grabbing a new suitcase or portable charger now if you need one.Great for Red-Eye FlightsSarah Maberry is a shopping editor at Hearst Magazines, covering fashion, beauty and pop culture. As a trend forecaster and fashion historian, she analyzes viral products and trends on a deeper level, helping readers find the best deals, gifts, and celebrity-worn items. When she’s not writing for ELLE, Harper’s BAZAAR, Town & Country, Esquire, Cosmopolitan and other publications, she can be found roaming the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology (her alma mater) or sewing her own couture while she binge-watches reality TV.