I've been covering Labor Day for over a decade, and these 7 deals stopped me in my tracks

I've been covering deals for a hot minute now. Jaw-dropping discounts, overall price hikes, short-lived Lightning Deals — I've seen it all. It's no secret that deals aren't as good as they were pre-2020, but that doesn't stop shoppers from needing things. Even as brands increase prices and inflation continues upward, people still need vacuums, air fryers, and workout clothes to keep their routines going smoothly. That's why I gathered up all of the best Labor Day sales to help you shop more easily. And while all of those discounts are worthwhile for this season, there are a precious few items that crossed my radar and surprised my jaded deal hunter's gaze. Whether they're being discontinued, getting a product update, or are just supercheap for Labor Day, these are my expert-curated holiday sale highlights. If none of the items below fit your needs, check out our roundups of the best Labor Day furniture, walking shoes, and Amazon deals for more categories on sale. Up to $48 off Vuori picks Vuori A pick in our guide to the best workout clothes, Vuori is a beloved name in the fitness world for ultra comfy clothes that move with you. Specifically, we recommend the brand for Pilates and yoga, thanks to the durability and support its pieces provide in the most vulnerable positions. The Daily Leggings are only $44 in rose-brown, but sizes are limited. The Restore Half Zip is also $48 off — an incredible offer since Vuori never has sales. Vuori Daily Leggings $44 $89 Save 51% A brand-new perspective on leggings, the Daily Leggings are pulling out all the stops. Featuring a high waist, drawstring tie, an upgraded no-slip fit, 7/8 length and cuffed ankles, there's no mistake in the name—you'll want to wear these daily. View at Vuori Explore BI Games Take a smarter break in your day - and see how far you get. Play now Want more Business Insider in your news feed? Add BI in Google so our reporting is easier to find when you're searching for what matters. Add to Preferred Sources Tommy John T-shirts you'll love at 30% off Tommy John Tommy John is a longtime favorite for our style editors and reporters, thanks to the brand's quality take on wardrobe basics. A pick in our guide to the best men's T-shirts, we love the Second Skin Crewnecks for being an under layer you can forget about, or a solo tee that works with your whole closet. Today isn't the first time I've seen this multipack drop in price, but $85 for a three-pack matches the previous all-time low that I didn't expect to see for Labor Day. 23% off a budget memory foam mattress on Amazon Amazon When mattresses usually run well past the $1,000 mark, finding something under $500 that won't suck is pretty difficult. The Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam mattress is a pick in our guides to the best memory foam mattresses and the best cheap mattresses, perfectly balancing price and quality. Discounts on it come up irregularly throughout the year, but what makes this deal so noteworthy is this: it's been months since the queen size has been in stock, much less at almost $75 off. Half off your first year of Visible Wireless, my favorite MVNO Sarah Saril/Business Insider I've tested a variety of cell service providers, with a focus on MVNOs, to find the best option for most people. Visible is my favorite, and the one I commit to year-round. Powered by Verizon, it offers reliable nationwide coverage at a fraction of the cost of your average big-name cellphone company. Sales from Visible only come up a few times a year, and right now, newcomers can get 50% off their first year of Visible Plus Pro — one of the best discounts I've seen all year. 50% off a Burrow standing desk Jaclyn Turner/Business Insider Furniture is always a popular category during Labor Day, including standing desks. The Burrow Copilot is our standing desk pick with a drawer, giving you extra hidden storage space rather than more desktop to make messy. When I saw it down to 50% on Burrow's site, I actually gasped. This is a new all-time low from a beloved brand in the industry, but we don't know exactly how long it'll last. Burrow Copilot Standing Desk $585 $1,169 Save 50% Burrow's attractive CoPilot Standing Desk features a hardwood top with a drawer compartment roomy enough to fit a 17' laptop. It easily adjusts to your desired height, up to 48', whether sitting or standing. View at Burrow 25% off KitchenAid's Hand Mixer Amazon KitchenAid is synonymous with quality baking tools, especially its stand mixers. All of the brand's products offer the same trustworthy performance, and this Digital Hand Mixer is perfect for lower-lift jobs with less cleanup. It often drops in price around major deal events, but at $70, this is an especially great price ahead of the holiday season and all its baking needs. Knock $25 off our top lunch bag pick This colorful Stanley lunch bag is spacious enough to hold all your snacks and meal-prep containers. Camryn Rabideau/Business Insider Stanley is more than just hype — its food- and liquid-storage gear is the real deal. The Julienne Mini Cooler is our top cute lunch bag pick for adults, thanks to its insulated main compartment, spacious size, and hinge top. Some options are 25% off for Labor Day, marking a rare chance to save on attractive colorways like cream, gray, black, pink, and more. See more Labor Day deals: The best Labor Day sales | Furniture | Walking shoes | Halloween decor | Amazon | MasterClass | REI | Coach | Vionic