5 of the best Birmingham deals that we’ve seen on Instagram this week
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If you’re like me, you’ve been raised to find some of the best possible deals—with shopping slightly resembling an Olympic sport.
With Labor Day coming up, now is the time to start training to spot the best sales in Birmingham (we always think they’re even sweeter if they’re local). We’ve rounded up five of the best Birmingham deals that we’ve seen online—keep reading to check ’em out.
1. Mountain Brook Olive Company
As a gift and gourmet store, Mountain Brook Olive Company is hosting different sales all week long to promote their bath + body products as well as an assortment of dips, jams, jellies and syrups to sweeten the deal.
As a company, they offer a wide selection of award-winning artisan extra virgin and infused olive oils worldwide. Plus, they’re located in Lane Parke for easy and convenient shopping.
Deal: 25% off bath + body products all week, 30% off select products
Location + hours: 261 Rele St, Mountain Brook, AL 35223 | Monday 10AM-5PM, closed Sunday
2. Tent Sale at Gus Mayer
We know that money can’t buy happiness, but in case you ever need a pick-me-up, a new pair of shoes wouldn’t hurt. Luckily, Gus Mayer at The Summit is the ultimate destination for all things clothes, shoes and beauty.
Their Tent sale lasts until August 29, and is up to 80% off of normal retail prices. Gather your best girlfriends and head on out for a busy weekend of shopping the best Birmingham deals in the best location.
Deal: 80% off original prices from August 26-29. (Open 12-5 Sunday).
Location + hours: 225 Summit Blvd #700, Birmingham, AL 35243 | Thursday – Saturday 10AM-6PM. Monday – Wednesday 10AM-5PM
3. Studio 2500
Have you checked out Studio 2500’s building yet? This cool gallery by Willie Williams Jr. opened in 2016 and is a vibrant, bright space known that has been home to 12 exhibits over the years.
Williams has sought to turn the gallery into an experience by designed by having the space designed by artists for artists so that the beauty of each piece is maximized.
Deal: Select works of art on sale for 20% off.
Location + hours: 2500 26th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35234 | Hours unlisted
4. Fall Plant Sale at Birmingham Botanical Gardens
The place we all know and love, The Birmingham Botanical Gardens, is having their annual Fall Plant Sale. For those of us with green thumbs and a membership, this is amazing news.
In need of a Fall plant refresh? While you have to be a member to shop online August 27 and in person September 10, the sale is finally open to the public on Saturday, September 11. As one of the most beloved sales of the year, you don’t want to miss the Fall Plant Sale. Plus, members receive their annual plant gift: a hydrangea ‘Blue Billow’.
Deal: Members-only shop online: August 27, Members-only shop in store September 10, 4-5:30 PM. The sale opens to the public September 11 and a collapsible wagon or utility cart is encouraged.
Location + hours: 2612 Lane Park Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223 | 7AM-6PM daily
5. basic. Exclusive Designer Sale
We can’t wait to shop ’til we drop at basic. From sustainably made clothing to the perfect accessory, we know that everything at basic. is made with a purpose. For every purchase you make, they donate $5 to the Human Rights Watch and Southern Poverty Law Center—the best deal of all.
Through collaborating with independent designers, they are able to cater to causes including gender fluid fashion, nursing friendly fashion and even clothes that are made to order. They also sell a preowned line for all of us that are balling on a budget.
Deal: Exclusive designer sale, Rachel Antonoff up to 35% off.
Location + hours: 2214 2nd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203 | Shop hours are currently suspended for move to new location
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