Memorial Day is the Best Time to Shop for Furniture — Here's What Our Editors Are Adding to Their Carts (2024)

published 22 May 2024

Ashton Caned Accent Chair in Black

Cutting a very similar silhouette to Swiss architect Pierre Jeanneret's now iconic rattan chair, this beauty from Anthropologie features a charred-look timber frame and added removable seat cushion for extra comfort. It would work particularly well in a more minimalist setting, or perhaps somewhere a bulkier-style armchair might not be able to squeeze. The good news is if you love the look, it also comes in a natural finish and as a dining chair with a slimmer profile. But hurry, both these styles are almost sold out!

Gallia Upholstered Armchair in Ivory

Can you beat a bouclé accent chair? I love the way this one from Joss & Martin blends a more traditional wingback style with the trending fabric. I can see it working in almost any interior and you could easily switch out the lumbar cushion (which comes with the chair) for something that matches the rest of your space to create a more cohesive look. But want to know the best news? (Yes, there's more.) As part of the Memorial Day sale, you'll not only get the listed markdown, but an extra 20% off when you use the code TAKE20.

Dowel Velvet Armchair in Light Green

Designed with Studio Mcgee and available exclusively online, this accent chair's light timber frame will ensure it doesn't weigh down or look too bulky in your space, while it's soft green velvet-covered cushions look super comfortable and are a subtle way to add color while still remaining neutral. Just a reminder to measure your space before buying, as one reviewer mentioned it looks much bigger in person and needs a larger space to balance it out, but that it was very comfortable and easy to assemble.

Kartell Componibili Small Storage Unit in Red

Kartell's iconic stacked storage units (which also work perfectly as side tables) are a design that will never date. Available as two modules (as seen above), three modules and four modules, they're a stylish storage solution for small spaces. They come in a range of different colors – including black, blue, green and silver – but considering the 'unexpected red theory' that is taking over the Internet right now, I couldn't got past the pop of bright scarlet.

Eyelet Indoor/Outdoor Tray Table in Pigeon Blue

Pale blue is trending in 2024 and this side table is the perfect shade. Lightweight and minimal in its design, it can be easily carried around the home depending on where and what you need it for –I'm imagining it beside the bath, in the garden or while you chase the sun from armchair to armchair with your favorite book. The fact it can also be left outside (it's made from UV-resistant powder coated steel and aluminum) only makes me love it more, plus is comes in six other colors and three different sizes.

TOV Furniture Dora Natural Oak Side Table

If you've always wanted to add a designer piece to your furniture collection but have never been able to justify the price, Bloomingdale's Memorial Day sales could be a great opportunity to change that. My pick of the wide range of markdowns is this curvaceous oak side table by TOV Furniture. The rounded silhouette really lets the grain of the timber sing, while the cylindrical legs remind me a bit of Faye Toogood's iconic Roly Poly chair.

Aria 77" Round Arm Convertible Sofa in Navy

All too often, the problem with sofa beds is that they aren't comfortable as a sofa or a bed. As someone with a lot of opinions on them – I once spent two weeks straight on a friend's sofa bed during a trip to New York – I much prefer this reclining style to the more traditional fold-out design. And with close to 6,000 reviews and at 4.3/5 stars, it seems a lot of people agree with me. Available in five colors, my personal pick is the Navy in Performance Linen (which is actually a 100% Polyester 'linen-look' fabric) as it'll be hard-wearing and disguise any scuffs and stains.

Greta Xl Sleeper Sofa in Green

With its plush, legless design, this 'sleeper' sofa is giving me groovy but in a good way. Very reminiscent of the Togo sofa that's trending right now, it feels at the same time minimal while making quite the statement. It's also available in a zesty Orange, Indigo and Black color, as well as in a light brown recycled leather. It easily snaps back into a fully reclined position and reviewers are quick to comment on how good it looks in real life. Throw on a few pillows for styling, or drape a throw over one end and you've got yourself a classically cool piece you may even want to put in the main living area.

Mainstays Camden Cozy Futon in Charcoal

This convertible sofa from Walmart appears to proves me wrong with one reviewer claiming it's comfortable as both a sofa and a bed. The three operational positions –upright, reclined, and flat –are another hit, while the cuddly teddy bear-style bouclé fabric is very on trend right now. It also comes in classic cream colorway, but I'd go with this charcoal for a slightly more modern look. It's also a more durable color that will be able to withstand wear and tear for longer.

Raven Coffee Table

The cut-out wavy detail on this dark timber coffee table helps ensure it won't look to heavy in your space. I love that you can hide away the essentials, leaving the top for all your beautiful coffee table decor pieces, like a vase filled with flowers, some coffee table books and maybe a candle. Keep it minimal and uncluttered to balance out the look, though. At 50 inches wide, it's quite a large piece of furniture so I'd recommend measuring your space to ensure it will fit before purchasing.

Campanelli Coffee Table

With definite mid-century modern influence, this kidney-shaped coffee table has been crafted from engineered timber and features four flared legs, meaning not only does it look good, but it will make for a durable addition to your living room space. I particularly love the grain on the wood, highlighted by the dark stain, and based on the more than 2000 reviews that give this piece an average of 4.5 stars out of 5, it sounds like a lot of other people do too.

Marble Grain Texture Round Coffee Table

Love the look of marble coffee tables but not how much they cost? This coffee table could be exactly what you're looking for. Constructed from a durable MDF, it won't be as hard to look after as marble, and weighs way less too. It also comes in a white and grey marble-look, but the black definitely looks the most realistic. Its round 31.4-inch table top means it's great for smaller spaces, and won't obstruct the flow of the space.