Mad deals of the day: August 17

Dress

Make the most of the last few sweltering weeks in this coral spaghetti-strap midi dress. $120 + an extra 40% off (from $215), Banana Republic.

Waffle maker

Get steaming homemade waffles on the breakfast table twice as fast with this ingenious two-tiered waffle maker. $80 (from $140), Bed Bath & Beyond.

Shorts

These turmeric-hued linen shorts would pair perfectly with a white off-the-shoulder blouse. $50 + an extra 30% off with code REFRESH (from $93), J. Crew.

MadDeals-backpack

Make sure your kid is back-to-school ready with the most stylish backpack. And if you buy it for yourself instead, well, we won't tell. $35 (from $70), The Bay.

Flats

Fancy leather flats will take you straight from the office to happy hour drinks, without missing a step. $53 (from $106), Asos.

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