“(discount-led hero — percentage-off banners dominating above the fold)”
Leading with "Up to 70% off" and clearance banners positions Wayfair as a discount outlet rather than a curated home marketplace. Repeat visitors learn to shop only during sales events, destroying full-price margin. New visitors cannot tell if Wayfair sells quality furniture or liquidation inventory.
“Lead with curation: "Every style of home. 30 million items across modern, farmhouse, coastal, and everything in between — with free shipping on most."”
Naming the catalog breadth and style range positions Wayfair as a destination for design-intent shoppers, not bargain hunters. Free shipping is the evergreen conversion hook that replaces discount dependency.