Over 18,000 clothing items and accessories are marked down for Nordstrom’s anniversary sale, the retailer’s yearly discount event that lasts until 9 August.
Yet filtering through dozens of pages can feel like a full-time job (after all, it’s quite literally ours). In my time covering fashion for the Filter US, I’ve interviewed professional stylists, reviewed trendy accessories and gathered dozens of expert recommendations for wardrobe upgrades.
Below are 17 items worth grabbing during Nordstrom’s anniversary sale, including a playful silk scarf recommended by a celebrity stylist and a reversible jacket to help you transition into fall (and avoid paying full prices in September).
Looking for beauty, travel, kitchen or home deals? Read our overall guide to the best Nordstrom anniversary sales.
The best fashion deals at a glance
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Best women’s jacket deal:
Aligne Mavis Reversible Jacket
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Best women’s top deal:
Reformation Hudson Knit Tank
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Best men’s top deal:
Bonobos Everyday Slim Fit Cotton Button-Down Oxford Shirt
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Best denim deal:
Good American Soft-Tech Good True High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
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Best accessory deal:
Silksilky Silk Square Scarf
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Best shoe deal:
Birkenstock Arizona Rivets Studded Slide Sandal
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Reformation Hudson Knit Tank
Reformation Hudson Knit Tank none-selected
This is not a drill. My go-to work-appropriate tank top (that I paid full price for) is now on sale for over 35% off. I love that it’s lightweight enough to wear for New York City’s sweltering summer days and made from 97% organically grown cotton. One of my favorite ways to wear mine is with my Reformation low-rise mini skirt and a pair of loafers.
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Bombas Assorted 6-Pack Supima Cotton Blend Ankle Socks
Bombas
Assorted 6-Pack Supima Cotton Blend Ankle Socks
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Bombas doesn’t go on sale all the time, so we have to call it out when it does. The seamless socks are famous for their cushiness and built-in arch support band (great for the flat-footed folks). Our writers have recommended them over and over again as their favorite workout socks and gifts for moms, fitness fans and everyone in between. This pack of six in pretty pastel and a Supima cotton blend is 25% off, so you’re getting exactly three socks for free. Karen Yuan, Filter US commissioning editor
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Pistola Lexi Mid Rise Bowed Straight Leg Jeans
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Lexi Mid Rise Bowed Straight Leg Jeans
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Recently, we asked pro stylist Liz Teich how to remove stains from white clothing (spoiler alert: she loves this kit from The Laundress). Freshly armed with this knowledge, now you can grab these white jeans, recommended by another stylist and on sale for 50% off.
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Baboon to the Moon Weekender Bag 34L
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“When we asked a serial world traveler for packing tips, she recommended Baboon to the Moon’s 32L duffle bag, which held a whopping three weeks’ worth of stuff on a trip to Australia. That duffle is currently sold out, but the similarly roomy 34L weekender bag is on sale for 41% off. Its light weight, TSA-friendly size and built-in shoe compartment make it a perfect travel buddy,” wrote Karen Yuan, a Filter US commissioning editor, in our main Nordstrom deals roundup.
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Beyond Yoga Space Dye High Waist Midi Leggings
Beyond Yoga Space Dye High Waist Midi Leggings none-selected
“I wear these unbelievably stretchy and soft Beyond Yoga leggings for just about everything: pilates, resistance training, napping and running errands and after my kid. So at this price of 33% off, I’m adding another color to cart because I can’t think of another pair in my rotation that delivers this same level of comfort and versatility,” writes Filter contributor Marissa Miller in our main guide to the best Nordstrom Anniversary deals.
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Good American Soft-Tech Good True High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
Good American Soft-Tech Good True High Waist Straight Leg Jeans none-selected
“Denim is becoming less baggy and more tailored, so opt for straight, bootcut or flare jeans if you’re not into higher-volume pants,” Samantha Dawn, a personal stylist, said in our guide to refreshing your spring wardrobe. This pair is made from 93% cotton and boasts five pockets. During Nordstrom’s sale, you can grab it for 30% off.
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Birkenstock Arizona Studded Sandals
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If you’ve been eyeing a pair of Birkenstocks, but want a style you won’t find on everyone from your favorite barista to your outdoorsy neighbor, try this edgier pair that came recommended by Charlotte Gornall, a Guardian UK fashion assistant.
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Silksilky Silk Square Scarf
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“Sometimes it just takes a scarf, a cool brooch or one wild print to make your usual clothes feel new again,” Des Awofeso, a style strategist and content creator, said. Right now, you can snag this dainty square style for 15% off. It comes in three colors, but I’d go with the brown floral, as we slowly transition to fall’s warm-toned color palette.
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Asics Novablast 5
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My Asics Nova Blast shoes have carried me through freezing pre-work runs and humid jogs through the streets of Manhattan. Their FF Blast Max cushioning make my feet feel like they’re bouncing on mini trampolines while the lightweight mesh upper makes them breathable enough for summer runs. You can snag them for 13% off in two stylish colorways (I especially like the black pearl pink). Find my review in our guide to shopping the Nordstom Anniversary sale.
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Levi’s Wedgie Bootcut Jeans
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Last spring, the Emmy-nominated show Love Story had the internet frantically trying to copy Carolyn Bassette Kennedy’s 90s, minimalist look. For advice on getting the look, one of pro stylist Liz Teich’s top recommendations was a pair of bootcut jeans, which, she said, are “another great 90s-inspired comeback”.
Les Deux Boston Ombre Striped Cardigan
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If you’re anything like me, you’re already planning your fall wardrobe. And no fall wardrobe is complete without a few staple knits. Right now, this striped cardigan, recommended by Brian Lamont Daves, the veteran wardrobe stylist, is on sale for 40% off.
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Hoka Mach 6 Running Shoe
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“You don’t necessarily need a different shoe for the road and the treadmill,” Kieran Alger, a running expert, told Filter readers. But those trendy running shoes with “big stacks of soft and bouncy midsole foam” don’t tend to feel stable when slamming down on treadmill belts. If you’re seeking a treadmill-friendly pair, Alger recommends the Hoka Mach 6, which uses a still cushiony but less bouncy foam. Already more affordable than its tricked-out counterparts, it’s now 20% off. Karen Yuan, Filter US commissioning editor
Aligne Mavis Reversible Jacket
Aligne Mavis Reversible Jacket none-selected
For cooler days, “instead of defaulting to denim and leather jackets, switch things up with structured pieces like cropped trench coats or barn jackets”, said Erin Watton, a professional stylist. This jacket is even reversible: one side is a subtle cream, and the other is a lovely autumnal plaid.
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Frame The Reboot Modern Pocket Bootcut Jeans
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So, I have a problem: I have worn this pair of leg-lengthening Frame jeans constantly since purchasing them in black last year. I wear them to work, on weekends and even on flights. I may soon start sleeping in them. This is both a testament to their greatness and a sign that I need to do laundry more often. They’ve got a sleek retro cut that makes me feel like Meg Ryan in the 90s when I put them on, and they’re snug but comfortable thanks to stretchy denim. The roomy pockets are also a big plus. I am this close to purchasing the pair in blue now that it’s 33% off. Karen Yuan, Filter US commissioning editor
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Bonobos Everyday Slim Fit Cotton Button-Down Oxford Shirt
Bonobos
Everyday Slim Fit Cotton Button-Down Oxford Shirt
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“A well-fitting elevated basic will do more than a trend piece. Pieces I like to pull include a more structured tee, a refined polo, or a lightweight button-down with a little bit of texture,” said Avri Bland, a professional stylist, in our guide to the best spring wardrobe upgrades for men. While the linen option she recommended is still full price, the cotton is now on sale for 35% off.
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Ray-Ban Irregular Sunglasses
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“If you prefer to stare at the world through rose-tinted lenses, be sure to jump on these trendy Ray-Ban specs for 38% off. The brand consistently tops the Filter’s best sunglasses lists for their ability to deviate from the ordinary while remaining sensible. Enjoy reliable 100% UV protection and a non-slip design that stays put in the face of sweat,” wrote Miller in our main Nordstrom guide.
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