Need better cooking gear for your next back yard gathering? Quality travel gear to make the remainder of summer count? From 18 July to 9 August, Nordstrom is treating customers to its long-awaited yearly anniversary sale, when it offers significant savings on top brands across home, fashion, beauty, travel and more.
Below, out of more than 9,000 sale items, we found the 18 Nordstrom deals that we personally (and professionally!) endorse, having put them through the ringer in thorough tests and reviews. Read on for our favorites from Le Creuset, Parachute, Away and more.
The best Nordstrom Anniversary sales at a glance
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Best wellness deal:
Owala FreeSip Twist 24-Ounce Insulated Water Bottle
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Best travel deal:
Baboon to the Moon Weekender Bag 32L
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Best home deal:
Parachute Soft Rib Towel
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Best kitchen deal:
Our Place Large Wonder Oven Pro
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Best fashion deal:
Beyond Yoga Space Dye High Waist Midi Leggings
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Best beauty deal:
Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair
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The best 2026 Nordstrom Anniversary deals
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Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair
Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair none-selected
Lauded as one of the top anti-ageing serums and night treatments that work hard on hydration while you sleep, Estée Lauder’s Advanced Night Repair is “loved by millions”, according to Guardian beauty columnist Sali Huges, and now 33% off. “Its silky, non-greasy texture contains the patented [Night Peptide], to soothe, tone and soften,” she said.
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Owala FreeSip Twist 24-Ounce Insulated Water Bottle
Owala FreeSip Twist 24-Ounce Insulated Water Bottle none-selected
As per our testing, the beloved, leak-proof Owala FreeSip water bottle is more than just a pretty face: “For day-to-day use, the dual spout on the FreeSip is an outstanding perk,” said Filter contributor John Brandon of this bottle we crowned best overall, now 27% off.
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Boll & Branch Framed Organic Cotton Percale Sheet Set
Boll & Branch Framed Organic Cotton Percale Sheet Set none-selected
A college professor once recommended these 100% organic cotton Boll & Branch sheets as a dorm essential because they’re “like a warm hug that will lull you into your best sleep”. They’re now 30% off, and while they may fare particularly well in a dorm room for their cooling and comforting properties, we bet you’ll find their contrasting trim quite dreamy in your space too.
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Baboon to the Moon Weekender Bag 34L
Baboon to the Moon Weekender Bag 34L none-selected
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.
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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.
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Asics Nova Blast 5
Asics Nova Blast 5 none-selected
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).
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Away Bigger Flex Carry-On Suitcase
Away Bigger Flex Carry-On Suitcase none-selected
Featuring 360-degree spinner wheels and a durable polycarbonate shell, contributor Elizabeth Brownfield used this suitcase exclusively for years when she traveled nonstop as a digital nomad. It “just seems to fit more clothes, toiletries, gear and souvenirs than the other options I’ve tried”, she said. You can also go away in style with Away’s Bigger Flex Carry-On for 25% off.
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Parachute Soft Rib Towel
Parachute Soft Rib Towel none-selected
Parachute’s plush, organic cotton towel tops our list as the very best money can buy. “This bath towel feels like a luxury bathrobe,” said tester Jon Chan of the long-staple Turkish cotton towels boasting a thick and absorbent texture. Grab a similar model, this time with trendy ribbed details, for 34% off.
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Our Place 4-Piece Cookware Set
Our Place 4-Piece Cookware Set none-selected
We’re big fans of all things Our Place for its non-toxic, non-stick cookware that yielded restaurant-worthy cooking results in our tests. Try a little bit of everything for 33% off in this set including the mini and regular Always Pan 2.0, the mini and regular Perfect Pot, a steamer basket and lids and beechwood utensils for each piece to facilitate stirring and serving.
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Our Place Large Wonder Oven Pro
Our Place Large Wonder Oven Pro none-selected
When we asked the experts at the Drexel Food Lab to test air fryers, the Pfas-free Wonder Oven Pro came out on top as the best combo air fryer toaster oven. “It’s not just pretty: it ranked highly in many of our tests, putting out crispy fries and nuggets, and most notably has a great oven function. It produced evenly baked cookies with the perfect chew,” they reported. The only downside is its difficulty to clean, but its performance makes up for it.
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Le Creuset 8-Quart Oval Enamel Cast Iron Dutch Oven with Lid
Le Creuset 8-Quart Oval Enamel Cast Iron Dutch Oven with Lid none-selected
Le Creuset’s enamel cast-iron cookware embodies our ethos around buying “fewer, better things” with its nearly indestructible build, versatility across cuisines and cooking styles and a lifetime limited warranty that ensures a one-time investment. Outfit your kitchen with this 40%-off Dutch oven for the perfect sear on proteins or sumptuous stews for batch cooking.
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Ray-Ban Irregular Sunglasses
Ray-Ban Irregular Sunglasses none-selected
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.
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Lola Blankets Original Throw Blanket
Lola Blankets Original Throw Blanket none-selected
One of the few sore spots we pointed out in our review of the viral Lola Blanket was its price tag. But with this 40% discount, you too, can experience the blissful relief of its “double layer of Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified faux fur [that] does indeed feel incredibly luxurious,” according to reviewer Jon Chan.
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T3 AireBrush One-Step Smoothing and Volumizing Blow Dryer Brush
T3 AireBrush One-Step Smoothing and Volumizing Blow Dryer Brush none-selected
Without my trusty T3 one-step multi-styler, I’d be shelling out hundreds of dollars a month at the salon to tame my hair the “texture of a Brillo pad,” I said in my guide to the best gifts for new moms. Now 33% off, it’s your chance to embody serious mane character energy with its smoothing and defrizzing properties that don’t damage strands.
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Beis The 22-Inch Expandable Carry-On Roller
Beis The 22-Inch Expandable Carry-On Roller none-selected
Packing light is a learned skill. Filter contributor Tobey Grumet Segal’s go-to luggage includes this now on-sale Beis hardshell carry-on that makes it second nature with its built-in pouches and omni-directional wheels for easy navigation. Make it yours in a glossy blue (that you’re unlikely to miss at baggage claim) for 25% off.
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Saxx Assorted 3-Pack Daytripper Comfort Stretch Boxer Briefs
Saxx Assorted 3-Pack Daytripper Comfort Stretch Boxer Briefs none-selected
The best time to stock up on new underwear you’ll need to buy on repeat anyway is a sale for 35% off. These gift-worthy and man-favorite Saxx boxer briefs offer chafe-free support, antimicrobial properties for freshness and a moisture-wicking fabric to stay cool and dry.
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Wüsthof Classic 2-Piece Knife Set
Wüsthof Classic 2-Piece Knife Set none-selected
Our best-tested chef’s knife, now 28% off as part of a set with a serrated knife, is a buy-it-for-life treat. “This one ticks every single box,” said Filter reviewer, chef and kitchen expert Ben Lippett. “It feels fantastic in your hand, with a convincing, balanced heft that feels top quality.”
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Stokke Tripp Trapp Highchair 2
Stokke Tripp Trapp Highchair 2 none-selected
The Stokke Tripp Trapp convertible high chair grows with your child, lending it a family heirloom-like quality – now made all the more appealing with this 25% discount. For Guardian columnist Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett, the chair “has revolutionised how generations of children eat – a friend of mine says her family still sit on the ones she and her siblings had as babies.”
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