The 17 Prime Day deals I tell my friends to buy, per a shopping writer (2024)

If there’s a shopping crisis, I’m the first person my friends call for style advice, the best deals, and savvy shopping tips. Embodying a luxe Carrie Bradshaw style meets Lorelai Gilmore budget with a focus on scoring the best deals.

Amazon is offering its best sale of the summer July 16 through July 17 during Prime Day, exclusively for members. Honestly, it’s when I stock up on basic necessities and beauty faves. Join today to enjoy fast shipping and low prices.

Coach Womens Coated Canvas Signature Polly Crossbody

If you’re a classic Coach kinda gal, this crossbody is up for grabs with its signature pattern with a coated canvas finished.

Coach Womens Polished Pebble Leather Lana Shoulder Bag

Grab this Coach handbag before it’s no longer a part of Amazon’s Prime Day deal. Made with polished pebbled leather with its classic C logo on the side. Not the one? Check out these Coach bags on clearance.

Grace & Stella Pimple Patches

Place the patch over the affected area. It will absorb fluid using hydrocolloid technology to draw out impurities. These patches come in cute shapes, such as hearts, clouds, and flowers, that feel like fun grade-school stickers. Purchase either a pack of 36 or 72 sheets.

If you are not happy with your product within 30 days, the brand will make it right according to its 30-Day Feel-Good Policy. Plus, with Amazon Prime, you can get fast, free shipping.

Grace & Stella Under Eye Mask

Firm skin with hydrolyzed vegetable protein to revitalize it, reduce wrinkles, and treat fine lines. The gold patches are designed to energize the eyes, purple restores using retinol, pink for moisturizing, and blue for illuminating.

Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge

Real Techniques is iconic within the makeup community, and for good reason. Their makeup applicators are amazing for applying products and they last a long time. More than 50,000 Amazon customers give these specific sponges a five-star rating, and our staff loves them too.

Apple AirPods (2nd Generation)

TLDR: run to this Apple AirPods deal. For over 20% off, this pair of wireless earbuds is less than $100 right now and will provide hands-free listening in a jiffy. More, they’re well-received by more than 580,000 satisfied listeners — and counting.

The buds are Siri-compatible, boast more than 24 hours of listening time (saving you the hassle of charging them every few hours) and feature in-ear detection to automatically pause your podcast or playlist if a notification is incoming.

Not to mention, we have them, and we love them. They fit snugly in your ear, and we couldn’t imagine commuting without them (even more of a reason to snag them on sale!)

Sports Research Collagen Peptides for Women & Men

I’m on a real health kick this summer, filling my body with protein and collagen. Promote healthy skin, shiny hair, and maintain a more youthful appearance while you still can. It’s all about the prep work.

COSRX Snail Mucin 96% Power Essence

While I was writing up the intro to this product it sold out. Yes, COSRX Advanced Snail Mucin Power Essence, is that good, you guys! Fortunately, it’s back in stock on Amazon and is the product to grab if you covet glass skin. It reduces dullness, improves skin texture, and all the other gorgeous things we want from our skincare.

Chuckit! Ultra Rubber Ball Tough Dog Toy

Now is the time to save big because you can’t deny that little bundle of joy its favorite pastime. Designed for durability and bounce, it’s the go-to toy for endless fetch sessions and high-energy play.

Amazon Basics Slim, Velvet, Non-Slip Suit Clothes Hangers 50-Packs

Over 26,000+ have been sold this month alone and counting. The no-slip velvet grip holds it firmly into place. Available in black, white, and royal blue with gold trim, as well as other chic colors. Plus, with Amazon Prime, your package will arrive within two days or sooner. Worth the splurge! Available in a 30, 50, or 100 pack.

Dyson Outsize Cordless Vacuum Cleaner

The Dyson Outsize Cordless Vacuum Cleaner is a game-changer in home cleaning. Its powerful suction and large bin capacity ensure efficient cleaning of large spaces. With up to 120 minutes of runtime, it tackles dirt effortlessly. Plus: versatile attachments make it suitable for all surfaces, promising a spotless home with ease.

Dyson Airstrait Straightener

The Dyson Airstrait remains a marvel of modern hair technology. It provides your hair with a glossy, salon-quality finish in just a few minutes and also functions as a curling iron. Additionally, it is suitable for all hair types and features intelligent heat control to prevent damage.

Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Self-Empty Robot Vacuum and Mop

I’m constantly swamped with tasks, leaving me with zero time for cleaning, yet I crave a pristine living space. Thankfully, Shark’s Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Self-Empty Robot Vacuum and Mop, affectionately dubbed “Winston” in my Google Home, has quickly become my trusted ally; he cleans and will give me updates in any language I choose (I chose UK English, of course). The app and short instructional videos made the setup a breeze.

Besides, “Winston” cleans on command, so I can continue writing articles and testing products. You can also place this vacuum on a schedule or ask it to spot clean specific areas.

Using precision home mapping, it avoided my no-go zones and knew where to dock after cleaning every last square inch of my floor. Seeing objects up to almost 5 inches away, it can also detect and avoid objects, like my dog.

Thanks to its singular side brush and formidable suction power, I’m particularly impressed by its ability to reach corners. It efficiently clears dirt under my floorboard heaters, an area unreachable by my other vacuums, utilizing powerful blasts of air to unlodge hairballs and other disgusting objects.

Swapping out the dustbin, a remarkably simple task unleashes “Winston’s” mopping prowess. It vigorously scrubs up to 100 times per minute, leaving sealed and stained floors gleaming with a pristine finish. Although lacking a dryer to mitigate potential slippage, I found that any residual dampness evaporated swiftly post-use, ensuring both safety and cleanliness.

Its self-emptying canister can accommodate up to 60 days’ worth of dirt before necessitating manual emptying. It operates without the need for bags, and the HEPA filtration system securely traps 99.97% of dust and allergens.

Product details:What’s in the box:Robotic Vacuum, Standard Charging Dock,(2) Side Brushes, (2) Mopping Pads, (1) 12-ounce Starter VACMOP Cleaning Solution |Dimensions: 21.4 inches (length) x 14.96 inches (width) x 5.69 inches (height) | Weight: 16.98 pounds

Audible Premium Plus, 3 Months Free

For $14.95/month, Audible Premium Plus includes one credit per month to “buy” any audiobook the platform has (often at a discount as most are priced above $14.95). Additionally, there are thousands of included titles that don’t require credits, including Audible Originals, select podcasts, and more.

Shark Detect Pro Cordless

I don’t love cleaning, so I like a vacuum that makes things as easy as possible. Since I live in an apartment, I’ve generally owned cheap, lightweight stick vacs that can easily fit in a corner. The problem with these types of machines is that they’re not great at grabbing the dirt you can’t see.

All I have to do is look at the bottom of my white socks to know how dirty my floors actually are — embarrassing and gross! What attracted me to testing the Shark Detect Pro is that one) I know the brand is trusted for stellar vacuums and two) this model is slim enough to be tucked in a NYC closet or the corner of my kitchen without looking unsightly.

The directions it comes with are straightforward, and a nozzle tool and brush tool are also included. The handle converts into a handheld vacuum (good for sofas), and the nozzle is my go-to for corners because I’m not the get-on-my-hands-and-knees-to-scrub type of gal.

The vacuum is lightweight, which is nice if your home has stairs. It also automatically detects dirt levels and adjusts its suction based on what’s around. I don’t have to do multiple passes with the machine to make sure an area is spotless, and the head swivels for easy turns around corners. It’s good on floors (all types) and decent on low-pile carpets, but if yours are visibly dirty, you’re probably better off with a proper carpet cleaner.

Oddly, the thing I like best is its charging base. It’s very futuristic-looking and compact, fitting nicely against the wall. If I could make any improvements to the overall design, I’d make it so the head had enough suction power to get the crevices by the wall. Switching tools out can be annoying. However, it still works well at getting a dirty job done fast, and I’m happy to have it.

This part of the review was tested by Holly Coley, commerce editor at The Post.

Product details:What’s in the box: Vacuum, Charging base, 8-inch Crevice tool, Removable battery, Storage clip | Dimensions| 13.9 inches (length) x 10.4 inches (width) x 43 inches (height) | Weight: 6 pounds

Amazon Music Unlimited, Free for 4 Months

Amazon Music Unlimited Family Plan. At Just $14.95 a month, your entire family can listen to music on up to six different devices at the same time.

Score Amazon Music Unlimited free for four months until July 13, and enjoy over 90 million songs and podcasts.

Sit back, plug in your favorite headphones, and let Amazon Music Unlimited do the rest.

FineDine 24 Piece Glass Storage Containers with Lids

You can never have too many leak-proof containers, especially microwave-safe glass dishes. They can be easily cleaned in the dishwasher, ensuring you never have to worry about BPA from plastic affecting your health.

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