5 Insider Secrets to Shopping at Target, According to an Employee

Hit the bullseye on all your home decor needs

We can think of no better pastime than heading to our nearest Target for a leisurely stroll down every home decor aisle (preferably with a Starbucks in hand).

Full of chic home decor, the best books, and unique finds (we're looking at you, Dollar Section, it's no secret that Target is one of the most popular chain retailers in the nation. Shoppers can expect to find the most surprising home essentials for a reasonable price to elevate the style of their homes.

Whether you're affluent in Target shopping or are just becoming familiar with the brand, we caught up with one of their employees to figure out how you can make the most of your next Target run. This is what she said.

Meet the Employee

Jamie McClelland is a PR Representative for Target, knowing all of the brand's ins and outs.

Browse Ahead With the Weekly Ad

Do you like to strategize what you're going in store for? Or want to see what's on sale for the week? Target has a weekly ad you can browse that highlights all the hottest savings for the week across all departments, including food, cleaning, and home appliances.

Keeping an eye on their weekly ad is the best way to stay in the know about items that go on sale in case there's a product you've been eyeing. These ads will also indicate any special promotions for you to take advantage of.

The exact add and savings will vary depending on region and location, so make sure to select the store nearest to you for accurate price reductions. Every ad shows the savings for the week (Sunday-Saturday) and is updated weekly.

You Can Save 5% On Everyday Purchases

On top of the weekly add savings, shoppers have the potential to save even more by signing up for the Target Circle. Target Circle is the chain's reward program that gives members a world of benefits, like earning points for shopping in-store and online.

Other chances to save while you shop include the 5% birthday gift or signing up for the Target Red Card. Operating as a store credit card, this option saves you 5% every time you shop.

Enjoy Shopping Partnerships With Exclusive Brands

In case you weren't aware, the popular chain retailer partnered with HGTV's Chip and Joanna Gaines in 2017, producing a line of home decor items under the brand Hearth and Home.

Along with this brand, shoppers can find an array of home goods with other brands such as Opalhouse Jungalow by Christina Blakey and Studio McGee x Threshold, Target's personal brand. You're guaranteed to find consistently chic, in-style items to decorate your home all year round.

"Target’s partnerships with Hearth & Hand with Magnolia, Threshold with Studio McGee, and Opalhouse designed with Jungalow refresh seasonally, offering guests stylish and trendy products for every aesthetic and budget," McClelland says.

Don't Overlook Target's Own Home Brands

While most shoppers are flocking to the Hearth & Hand section for exclusive home goods, Target has its own line of home goods under the name Threshold, as well as a newly introduced kitchenwares brand called Figmint.

Both collections offer chic pieces from home decor to gardening staples and other essentials like bath towels and kitchen tools.

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Take Advantage of Convenient Shopping Options

One major perk to shopping at Target is the convenience they offer their shoppers with their pickup or drop off. You can download the Target app on your phone to browse your nearest store's stock and set a time for their drive-up option at a time of your choosing.

Most of the shopping is completed in at least an hour, so remember to plan accordingly for items you need. The best part about this service is that it's free to all—no Target Circle membership is needed.

You can also opt for having your Target items delivered to your home at a convenient time by personal shoppers, but this option will require a membership that starts out at $9.99 per order or $99 for an annual membership.

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