We're longtime admirers of Target, particularly its ingenious use of dots to get people to buy stuff. (Getty Images)(Target)
Can you really call yourself a Target fan if you're not a Target Circle Member? The answer is no. Real Target fans jumped at the chance to join its free membership program as soon as they could and save money every time they shop. But don't worry, this isn't an exclusive club — everyone is welcome to join! And we recommend you do if you want to shop the member-exclusive Target Circle Week sale kicking off today.
Seriously, you don't want to miss out. Target Circle Week (aka its major spring sale) starts today, March 23, and it runs through Saturday, March 29 on their website, on the Target app and in stores. That's seven whole days to get up to 40% off spring fashion, outdoor furniture, home essentials and more.
An extra-important heads-up: Keep an eye on Target's Deal(s) of the Day — one to two items at extremely low prices. Of course, as the name attests, you'll only have 24 hours snag them.
Another bonus: Target is partnering with NBC's streaming platform, Peacock, and offering all Target Circle members a free three-month Peacock Premium membership. You'll have all week to take advantage of the deal and watch your favorite shows from NBC, Bravo, USA Network and more (yep, that includes live sports!).
That said, whether you're a new or a longtime Target Circle member, we've rounded up some of the most popular markdowns below to help you fill your cart.
Your stained carpets and upholstery are no match for the Little Green Max. Bring couches, rugs, curtains and more back to that "fresh from the factory" feel. Just fill one of the tanks with a mix of water and cleaning solution, turn it on and use the hose to start scrubbing away stains and other messes. The dirty water goes into a separate detachable tank that you can easily dump out in the sink.
Now, you've probably seen another version of this machine — the traditional Little Green. The Max offers superior suction, comes with a pet hair tool, has a larger water tank (yet weighs about a pound less) and comes with the brand's Pet Pro cleaning formula.
One shopper explained: "This awesome Little Green Max machine is perfect for those moments you don't need to pull out the big rug cleaner. Easy to put together, fill and use within minutes. Easy to put away and stores without much of a footprint. The long cord is really convenient, easy to fill wide mouth on the tank, easy to use wand and great powerful suction for the messes."
If you're sick of squinting to see your little television, it's time to splurge on a better TV. This 55-inch beauty from Vizio is 20% off. It comes equipped with all the streaming apps already built in and offers exceptional motion clarity — ideal for movies, sports and game lovers.
"This is our second Vizio smart TV purchase in 10 years. My husband and I wanted a newer model since our older model doesn't have the WatchFree + option," explained a Vizio loyalist. "Our older model still works great. We hope our newest model continues to work just as well for many years to come. The setup was easy and we have been enjoying movies on it."
This soft knit blanket would be a great addition to your favorite armchair, sofa or bed. It's "feathery" soft and knit with a midweight polyester and nylon fabric that's warm, but also durable and machine washable.
One shopper said: "This blanket is the perfect amount of cozy and warm. Long enough to cover my legs with extra length to spare. Plus, it’s beyond soft! Washed and dried well also."
If your Swiffer just isn't cutting it, this bestselling kid- and pet-safe steam mop can remove new and old stuck-on messes. Just turn it on, let it heat up and glide it over floors. It uses the power of steam to naturally clean and disinfect as its mop pads spin and scrub.
"Very thorough in cleaning, even the harder-to-reach places," said a shopper. "I appreciated the various settings for different flooring. I also liked that it is semi-automatic, lightweight and could somewhat self-propel — less work to get the job done!"
Cuddle up in these extra soft, double-brushed microfiber sheets while they're nearly 60% off in a wide range of colors. You can get one for every bedroom in your house, even if you're on a tight budget. Each set comes with a flat sheet, fitted sheet and two pillowcases (one if you're ordering a twin or twin XL size).
"These are buttery soft and so well made. I'm ordering another set!" said one comfy customer.
Need a new carry-on for spring break? This hardside suitcase has four spinner wheels, a front pocket to protect a laptop or tablet and plenty of room inside for a long weekend trip. It's 20% off in black, but also in chocolate brown and light blue if you don't want your bag to look like everybody else's.
Now, this bag is new to Target and comes from the retailer's own travel line, Open Story. We're surprised with it being a new release that they've already marked it down!
Wake up to fresh coffee or espresso with Nespresso's VertuoPlus machine, which makes it super easy to brew. One button brews up to four different sizes of java. Once it's done, it automatically disposes of your pod by sliding it into an attached container, which you can empty once it's full (it holds up to 10 used capsules). This one, made in collaboration with Joanna Gaines' Target brand, Hearth & Hand with Magnolia, is extra pretty.
"If my mornings had a soundtrack, it would be the sweet hum of my Nespresso VertuoPlus working its magic," wrote a poetic reviewer. "This machine is pure wizardry — pop in a pod, press a button, and voilà! A rich, velvety cup of coffee or espresso appears, making me feel like I have my own personal barista (minus the awkward small talk). The crema? Heavenly. The ease of use? Foolproof. The design? So sleek in white, it's basically kitchen décor."
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.