It’s finally here!!! Probably my FAVORITE sale of the year!! Even though it’s hot outside, this is the perfect time to snatch up tons of basics and sale finds for this fall!! I’ve been shopping the sale for several years and I’m going to share my tips and tricks for successfully shopping the sale! Cardholders get to shop early. You definitely don’t need to go into debt to shop this sale. No sale is worth that! You also don’t need to feel like you have to buy everything that the influencers are showing you. The sale can be very overwhelming and it seems like you need EVERYTHING! You don’t. BUT Nordstrom offers free returns so if I see something that I want, I know that it will go quickly because everything always does. I go ahead and buy it and if I don’t like it I just return it for free! I use my Nordstrom credit card for my work with my blog since it can be used anywhere and I also get points and rewards the more I spend, so it’s worth it for me to have one! It’s not for everyone, but if you’re looking to get one anyway, this is a great time to do it!
Starting at 9:30 AM EST
August 4-18 : Nordy Club Icon Early Access
August 7-18: Nordy Club Ambassador Early Access
August 10-18: Nordy Club Influencer Early Access
August 13-18: Nordy Club Insider Early Access
August 19-30: Public Sale
I’m going to be sharing my picks for the WHOLE SALE here and update it as the sale goes on. This is fun because I will go back at the end and see if what I predicted would sale out actually did! I’m going off of what has been popular in past years and what my picks for the sale are! I’ll be sharing the picture with what the price is going to be on sale so you can plan your purchase!
CLOTHING
BASICS
Faux Leather Leggings are SO popular in the fall! They’re easy to throw on, look great dressed up and dressed down. You can wear them to date night or to run errands with athleisure. The Spanx leggings always sell out. They hardly ever go on sale so everyone grabs a pair. The Commando leggings are comparable to the Spanx leggings and I’ve heard good things about them! If you’re looking for a less expensive version or just trying out the trend the BP or Nordstrom brand faux leather leggings may be a good fit for you! They look almost exactly the same and are half the price!
Nordstrom Faux Leather Leggings
Commando Faux Leather Ankle Leggings
These Zella Live In High Waist Leggings are a great staple and addition to your closet! They were a new purchase for me last year because EVERYONE was talking about how wonderful they were! And they’re right. They’re just the right amount of stretch and compression, especially in the abdomen area to really suck you in, but you can wear them all day! I always paired them with a tank or t-shirt, Barefoot Dreams cardigan and tennis shoes or Ugg ankle slippers for my fall uniform.
These SPANX Every Wear Active Bike Shorts are in my Wish List for the sale! I LOVE bike shorts and I’ve heard these are great! I’ll review them after I wear them for a little bit!
T-shirts are the perfect basics to buy during the sale! These are staples that you can wear now and in the fall under a sweater! I especially love the tunics because they’re long and perfect for leggings!
Halogen V Neck Tunic | Plus Size
BP All Day T-Shirt | Plus Size
Halogen Long Sleeve Modal Blend Tee
Free People Arden Extra Long Cotton Top
Tanks like this Halogen Absolute Stretch Cotton Camisole | Plus Size are perfect for any time of the year! I love to wear these under sweaters and cardigans or as pajamas.
ATHLEISURE
Joggers are perfect for working out and athleisure! Zella makes some great joggers! I bought the Zella Live in Jogger Pants | Plus Size last year when they were a part of the sale and love them!
Zella Restore Soft Pocket Jogger Pants
I LOVE a good monochromatic look! I’m a sucker for neutrals, but love this beautiful orchid color! I love everything about this outfit and would wear it any day of the week either working out or running errands.
Alo Freestyle Mock Neck Sweatshirt
Alo Airlift High Waist Leggings
These are both in my Wish List for the sale! I LOVE a good oversized t-shirt, especially with a side slit! The shirt just fits and flows better than a normal t-shirt. I also love a good crew neck sweatshirt, especially when it has pockets!
Zella All Day Oversize T-Shirt
Zella Amazing Crewneck Sweatshirt
Another crew neck sweatshirt and leggings outfit! They’re perfect for fall mornings and afternoons and I can’t get enough of them! This neon color is very on trend and has the flattering side slits. The 7/8 length is my favorite in leggings. I also love the blue patch print in these leggings and the name of this brand!
Sweaty Betty Simhasana Sweatshirt
Sweaty Betty Power Workout 7/8 Leggings
I’m SUPER excited about this outfit!! As Quinton says, it just looks “cool”. I love the shape of the jacket and the perforations on the back and the way that the joggers drape! I’ve got them both in my Wish List!
Zella Endurance Performance Pants
Jackets like this Blanc Noir Hooded Moto Blazer with Faux Leather Sleeves always do well! I’ve never seen a blazer type jacket done this way, but I like it!
DENIM
I can’t speak on this category too much as I mostly wear leggings and haven’t yet bought any “designer” denim because I’m frequently changing sizes. That being said, I LOVE the shape of high waist flare jeans and these skinny distressed jeans would be perfect with a tank, cardigan, and either mules or booties this fall!
FRAME Le High Waist Flare Jeans
Topshop Jamie High Waist Ripped Hem
I LOVE the shape of both of these pants!! The faux leather pair is very on trend and the white pair is something you could wear now!
Halogen Crop Straight Leg Faux Leather Pants | Plus Size
STS Blue High Waist Crop Wide Leg Jeans
OUTERWEAR
CARDIGANS
Leith Cozy Long Cardigan | Plus Size
BP Open Stitch Cardigan | Plus Size
Top Shop Ribbed Open Front Cardigan
Halogen Open Front Pocket Cardigan
Rachel Parcell Shawl Collar Open Cardigan
Halogen Leopard Print Long Cardigan
Madewell Kent Cardigan Sweater
Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Lite Long Cardigan | Plus Size
Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Lite Circle Cardigan | Plus Size
Cardigans ALWAYS sell out super quick at the N Sale. The patterned and striped ones are always popular! This is the best time to buy these staples because they’re so affordable! Last year was the first year I bought a Barefoot Dreams cardigan. And let me tell you they’re worth EVERY penny! They’re one of the things that I would recommend if you can’t buy much from the sale, you need to fit this into your budget! They’re insanely soft and you’ll wear them all fall and winter long! They’re perfect for lounge, athleisure and dressed up!
Rachel Parcell Teddy Faux Sherling Coat
Bernardo Check Teddy Faux Fur Coat
Leith Faux Patent Leather Trench Coat | Plus Size
I’m THRILLED to see that the teddy coat trend is still on for this fall!! Not that I wouldn’t wear mine from last season anyway 😂 But they’re still on trend and I love these three! I have the plaid one on my wishlist and think it would be so cute with a white sweater, white denim, cognac hat and a neutral color mule! I am also OBSESSED with the faux leather trench coat!! I love the Brown Toffee and Olive Night colors! I love Rachel Parcell and am obsessed with her whole clothing line! This is also the first time I’ve seen a teddy Moto jacket and I’m here for it!
LOUNGE
True & Co. True Body Triangle Convertible Strap Bralette
UGG Laila 2 Pack Bow Fleece Lined Socks
Free People Main Squeeze Hacci Sweater
Circlex Cozy Jogger Sweatpants
Honeydew Intimates All American Pajamas
Barefoot Dreams Namaste Two Piece Lounge Set
Nordstrom Moonlight Dream Sleep Shirt | Plus Size
Sub_Urban Riot Indoorsy Washed Graphic Sweatshirt
Thread & Supply Wubby Fleece Pullover
Lounge is one of my FAVORITE things in the N Sale! I think I bought four of those BP lounge sets last year! And while you probably don’t need four of the sets, you do at least need one! They’re incredible soft and perfect for lazy days! The Commando Butter Bralette, the Free People Leo Henley Tee and the Barefoot Dreams Namaste Two Piece Lounge Set are all on my Wish List!
TOPS
Socialite Longsleeve Thermal Henley Top
CeCe Mod Leopard Print Off The Shoulder Chiffon Blouse
Treasure & Bond Crewneck Pullover
Caslon Side Snap Tunic Sweater
Madewell Texture & Thread Front Knot Jacquard Top
Free People always comes out with a good top for the sale! I love this boho top included in this year’s sale! The henley shirt is very popular and always sells out! I love the color and the leopard off the shoulder top has been a favorite of mine for a while! I love the CeCe brand and that leopard top is perfect for date night! The sweaters are also always sold out during the sale! The gray balloon sleeve sweater is so cute and I love the side snaps on the Caslon sweater and you can wear it with leggings! The Madewell knot top is so cute and I love the green color!
DRESSES
Leith Rib Sleeveless Midi Dress
Rachel Parcell Smocked Ruffle Dress
Topshop Long Sleeve Knit Midi Dress
BP Print Long Sleeve Dress | Plus Size
The sleeveless midi dress is always a favorite! These types of dresses are so popular because they’re at a good price and they’re perfect for maternity and non-maternity women. Last year I bought the Long Sleeve Knit Midi Dress in a beautiful burnt orange color and loved it! I also love both of the leopard options here! I love the smocking on the Rachel Parcell dress and love the BP dress as well at half the price!
I love this BLANKNYC suede miniskirt! It’s perfect for wearing with a bodysuit or a chunky sweater and booties!
SHOES
BOOTS & BOOTIES
Charles by Charles David Duke Studded Chelsea Boot
Blondo Emelia Waterproof Chelsea Bootie
Vince Camuto Gradina Block Heel Bootie
Steve Madden Kaylah Pointed Toe Bootie
Karl Lagerfeld Paris Pippa Crystal Embellished Platform Boot
Sam Edelman Evelan Chain Loafer Mule
Steve Madden Forever Chain Pointed Toe Mule
Adidas Ultraboost Running Shoe
Nike Air Max 270 Premium Sneaker
Steven New York Steve by Steve Madden Hades Strappy Slide Sandal
Boots and booties always sell so fast! I bought several pairs of the very popular “Gigietta bootie” last year! I LOVE them and I’m so glad they brought some this year that look very similar. If you can’t tell, I LOVE snake print! I also love a good Chelsea boot! Even more than that I love a good mule! I’ve got the Karl Lagerfeld jeweled boots in my wishlist! They give me major CHANEL vibes! The Adidas Ultraboost tennis shoes are unlike any other shoe! They’re SO comfortable! I also love the colors in the Nike Air Max shoes! The wedge sneaker is always a favorite as well and perfect for athleisure! The clear strappy sandal is very popular this year and the Tory Burch snakeskin slides are in my Wishlist!!
ACCESSORIES
Nordstrom Satin Trim Wool Felt Tulip Crown Hat
Halogen Animal Print Trim Wool Felt Panama Hat
Rachel Parcell Velvet Trim Felted Wool Panama Hat
I LOVE a good hat!! Whether you have short or long hair, they always look so good! They’re perfect for dirty hair days or when you’re in a hurry! My favorite Brixton Joanna Straw Hat made the sale! I’m obsessed with that hat and have it in several colors! There was a snake print felt hat last year that sold out immediately and I think this animal print hat in the sale this year will do exactly the same! I’ve got my eye on the Brixton Wesley Wool Fedora and the Rachel Parcell Velvet Trim Felted Wool Panama Hat!!
Ray-Ban 54mm Square Sunglasses
Gucci 55mm Gradient Sunglasses
Dior Sostellaire 58mm Cat Eye Sunglasses
McQ Alexander McQueen 62mm Oversize Aviator Sunglasses
Dior Stellaire 59mm Square Sunglasses
Tory Burch Gradient Square Sunglasses
Tory Burch 57mm Gradient Navigator Sunglasses
Quay Australia Jezabell 53mm Glitter Aviator Blue Light Blocking Glasses
I love all of these sunglasses!! I’ve got the Gucci 55mm Gradient Sunglasses and the Alexander McQueen 62mm Oversize Aviator Sunglasses on my wishlist!! The N Sale is a perfect time to get designer items at a great price!
Longchamp Le Pliage Expandable Tote
COACH Trail Leather Crossbody Bag
The Marc Jacobs The Croc Embossed Leather Crossbody Bag
Tory Burch Carson Top Handle Leather Hobo Bag
Designer bags are a perfect thing to buy during the N Sale! They’re at such a discount that you can’t get any other time! I’m OBSESSED with the Coach Crossbody Bag! I love the cognac color, the shape, and that it can be worn as a crossbody or you can hold the handle with your hand! Longchamp is so classic and you can never go wrong! I love the orange color in the expandable bag too! The Marc Jacobs bag is perfect for a night out! I LOVE the gold chain detail, the olive color and the croc effect of the leather! While those options may seem a little trendy, you can never go wrong with a Tory Burch cognac shoulder bag! She has at least one of these bags in the sale every year and they always sell out! They’re classic and go with anything!
While I’m mostly into more “costume jewelry” I do really like this Madewell ID Cuff Bracelet and this Kate Spade New York Mini Initial Pendant Necklace! Layering bracelets and necklaces is so on trend right now and you can’t go wrong with either one of these pieces!
BEAUTY
PMD Clean Facial Cleansing Device
Beauty Bio Glo PRO Microneedling Regeneration Facial Set
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Full Size DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro LED Light Therapy Device Set
I’ve got the Clean Facial Cleansing Device on my Wish List! The Glo PRO and the LED Light Therapy Device focus on stimulating collagen growth and help fight wrinkles and fine lines. The LED light mask looks so funny on your face and comes with a vitamin C serum! I’ve heard about the Glo PRO for years and it has incredible reviews! There are also other attachments such as a body and crystal roller to use that can be bought separately.
I use both of these shampoo and conditioning sets and interchange them. They both smell incredible and work incredible for soft healthy hair and work great for my extensions! The Oribe texturizing spray is like magic and is so great! I bought the Bio Ionic hairdryer a couple of years ago and LOVE IT! It dries my hair fast and is super light weight! The T3 Curling Iron is the best curling iron I’ve ever used! My mom has been a hairdresser for years and didn’t believe it until she tried it and she was hooked! We both love it! It comes in a beautiful white color and midnight blue!
Moroccan Oil Hydration Deluxe Set
Olaplex Jumbo Bond Maintenance System Set
Oribe Full Size Gold Lust Dry Shampoo & Dry Texturizing Spray Set
Bio Ionic 10x Pro Ultralight Speed Dryer
T3 Singlepass Curl 1.25 inch Professional Ceramic Curling Iron
You can’t go wrong with Charlotte Tilbury! Her lipsticks, lip liner and gloss are incredible! I can only imagine that her eye makeup line would follow suit!
Charlotte Tilbury Glowing, Gorgeous Eye Secrets Set
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Lip Secrets Set
Nécessaire Full Size The Body Wash & Lotion Set
Supergoop! Superscreen Daily Moisturizer SPF 40 Sunscreen Set
I’ve heard nothing but good things about the Necessaire brand! Everyone says the body wash and lotion smell incredible! The Supergoop! sunscreen is supposed to be great and should be worn everyday!
Le Labo Santal 26 Set of 3 Concrete Votives
Riki Loves Riki RIKI Skinny Lighted Mini Vanity Mirror
I’ve heard nothing but good things about both of these items! The candles are supposed to smell incredible and this mirror is VERY popular!! It also has a holder to hold your phone if you’re trying to take a selfie or film a video!
For the best chance to get everything you want from the N Sale, bookmark this blog post, log into your account with Nordstrom (or make one if you don’t have one) and you can add all of the items from this blog post that you’re interested in and more from the website to your “Wish List”. The day of the sale that is available to you, you can refer back to this blog post (I get a small commission each time you use my links and that helps me run Fashionably Late and continue to bring you content, and I’m very thankful to everyone that uses my links, so thank you!) click on any link, log into your account and click on your Wish List and check out to make sure you get everything that you want! I’ll continue to stalk the sale daily and let y’all know about restocks! They often re-stock most things and people will return things and they’ll come back online! I almost always end up getting most of what I want with re-stocks and returns!
Good Luck shopping the sale! Tag me in your photos and let me know what you get!!