I'm an Amazon-Obsessed Editor—The 36 Best On-Sale Items in Every Category For October's Prime Day

Today marks the arrival of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days , and some would say that this marks the unofficial start to the holiday shopping season. Whether that's your main objective or your just shopping for yourself during Amazon's big two-day sale, I'm here to provide you with a great place to start.

The categories I tend to shop the most on Amazon are fashion, beauty, home, and travel. (The inventory is so rich that it's a big reason I never step foot in actual stores anymore.) So naturally, that's where I gravitate first during each of Amazon's massive twice-yearly sales. I think we can all agree that adding a second site-wide sale event annually is one of the best things Amazon has done in recent memory, and I plan on taking full advantage of it, as it seems to get better each time.

Below, I'm sharing some items (from each of the aforementioned categories) that are currently in my Amazon cart with you, along with some that I've purchased in the past, and then some that simply caught my attention while scrolling through the sale. Read on to fill your cart along with me.

Travel

Bagail Bagail 6 Set Ultralight Compression Packing Cubes

If you're still not using packing cubes you're missing out. This set is a great place to start.

Travelon Microbead Travel Pillow

Better than melatonin.

Marshall Middleton Portable Bluetooth Speaker

Portable and chic. (Also, this makes a great gift.)

Nisghel Travel Toiletry Bag

My life changed when I got my first hanging toiletry bag.

Philips One by Sonicare Battery Toothbrush, Brush Head Bundle

No need to part with your electronic toothbrush when you travel—this one is super compact.

Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones

If you've had your eye on AirPods, you'll regret missing this deal.

Travelon Set of 2 Shoe Bags

Something I can't support is putting shoes in your suitcase sans-shoe bags.

Hilife Steamer for Clothes

Traveling isn't an excuse for having wrinkled clothes, in my opinion.

Amazon Basics Portable Digital Luggage Scale for Travel

Say goodbye to the days of over-the-weight-limit luggage.

Beauty

CHI Original Ceramic Flat Iron

The reviews for this flat iron are shockingly good.

Real Techniques Face Base Makeup Brush Kit

Amazon shoppers give these brushes very high marks.

CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Gel

This simple, lightweight moisturizer is great under makeup.

RoC Resurfacing Disks

We love a multi-tasking product.

Sally Hansen Instant Cuticle Remover

I was skeptical when I first started using this, but it really does work.

Bliss Aloe Leaf & Peppermint Foot Cream

This one's tried and true.

Amika Soulfood Nourishing Mask

This buzzy hair mask lives up to the hype.

L’Oréal Paris Makeup True Match Lumi Glotion

People consider this to be the best drugstore highlighter.

Tweezerman Exclusive Evening Blue Mini Slant Tweezers

I'm convinced that no greater tweezers exist.

Home

Ringo Compatible Magsafe Water Bottle With Phone Holder - Stainless Steel Water Bottle With Magnetic Phone Tripod Mount

This does so many things at once.

Shuang Qing 3-Tier Corner Bathroom Counter Organizer

A chic way to deal with limited counter space.

TigQiang Elegant Candle Lamp With Bulbs, Timer and Dimmer

This looks pretty and it'll majorly prolong the life of your candles.

Deweisn Floor Mount Tri-Fold Lighted Vanity Mirror

This will give you perfect bathroom lighting no matter the time of day.

Vtopmart 2 Pack Clear Stackable Storage Drawers

This has a million and one uses.

Dyson V8 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner

Trust me—it's worth it.

Songmics Laundry Hamper With Lid

This looks far more pricey that it is.

Kate and Laurel Hollyn Glam Scalloped Wall Mirror, 20 X 30

This could completely transform a room.

KitchenAid Quilted Cotton Terry Cloth Oven Mitt, Pot Holder

A kitchen should never be without these.

Fashion

The Drop Blake Long Blazer

An essential in every sense of the word.

JW Pei Joy Shoulder Bag - Deep Claret

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Amazon Essentials Slim-Fit 3/4 Sleeve Solid Boat Neck T-Shirt

I kind of want it in every color.

Lillusory Striped Cardigan Sweater

I really can't get over how expensive this looks.

The Drop Maya Silky Slip Skirt

So elegant—even with a plain white tee.

Amazon Essentials V-Neck Midweight Relaxed-Fit Cardigan Sweater

This is the perfect weight for fall.

The Drop Alice Crew-Neck Back-Slit Ribbed Pullover Sweater

To be honest, I'd gladly pay more than this for this sweater.

Alohas Rivet Loafers

These are the perfect black loafers for wearing with socks.

Amazon Essentials Mock-Neck Slim-Fit Rib-Knit Sleeveless Top, Pack of 2

Two chic basics are better than one.