Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026 Preview: My Favorite Early Picks

The Anniversary Sale is one of the few sales where I actually plan my shopping ahead of time.

Instead of buying random trendy pieces, I focus on timeless wardrobe staples that I’ll wear throughout fall and winter. It’s also one of my favorite opportunities to invest in higher-quality brands at prices we rarely see during the rest of the year.

My strategy is simple:

• Start adding favorite items to wishlists. Once the sale goes live, my advice is to check out right away to secure your items. Things get crazy, and items get sold out pretty quickly.
• Prioritize classics over trends.
• Invest in versatile wardrobe essentials.
• Skip impulse purchases.

I created categories with my favorite picks for easy reference. I hope that this list is helpful and saves you tons of scrolling time. I already own several products from the sale, so I am including photos of them to show how they look in real life.

Top Editors Picks – Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

● My New Balance 327 Sneakers have a huge discount, and this pair deserves to be added to your wishlist immediately. I have never seen a discount like this ever.

● I just added these On Cloud Sneakers to my wishlist, loving the orchid color, I think they will be a great addition to my workout wardrobe.

● Anything from Elemis should be added to the wishlist. I just added to my wishlist the Elemis Resurfacing Facial Wash Jumbo size. It is so good, and I don’t use any other facial wash; this is the one.

● Barbour coats have great discounts as part of the NSALE this year. I really love this Water-Resistant Jacket with the funnel neck in light khaki; it is also available in black.

● I am always looking forward to the Coach bags on sale, and this year, Nordstrom has the Saddle 28 leather bag with a big discount. I love the white and the muted olive colors.

● This YSL 3-piece eye set. It is just perfect for gifting! who doesn’t like a gift like this.

● There are three pairs of jeans that I highly recommend: the Levi’s Ribcage jeans with the wide leg fit, which I have, and they are so comfortable; Madewell perfect vintage jeans in a dark wash color; and the AG straight jeans.

Women’s Clothing -Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026

Best Womens Jeans

● These Levi’s Ribcage jeans with the wide leg fit will be your favorite ones.

● Madewell has the vintage jeans on sale, the dark wash color is so versatile.

● AG denim jeans are an investment. These AG straight jeans are on a big discount. Add them to your wishlist immediately.

● Best Veronica Beard Jeans on sale: these.

● Mother has these high wasit jeans on sale.

● Best Rag & Bone jeans: these.

● Madewell has these cute drawstring jeans on sale.

● Best Paige high-waisted flared jeans: these.

Best Shirt & Dresses

● This lace midi skirt will be a great addition to your wardrobe.

● Best Satin Midi Skirt: this.

● Best Denim dress that looks old money. This is gorgeous!

● This shirtdress will be perfect for casual outfits.

● This is another casual dress but with a twist.

● My type of dress, black and minimal.

● This Veronica Beard dress is so beautiful, perfect for the office or dinner with hubby.

● Best Midi Suede Skirt: this.

● Best pleated skirt for the office. It comes in black and tan colors.

Best Activewear

● Best half-zip sweater: this. It comes in three colors. All of them, are so good!

● Dry-fit lined shorts that won’t show your underwear when you are working out.

● Best leggings under $40

● Raceback bralette that will tight your friends meanwhile you are working out.

● I just added this layered bra to my wishlist in size S, and the matching leggings in size M. Loving the olive green color!

● These leggings seem to give you a good bootie.

● This longline quilted jacket is perfect for after workouts.

● A cute sporty maxi-length dress that is minimal and cute.

● Lightweight windbreaker jacket with funnel neck! Oh wow!

● This water-resistant puffer is so good, and I can’t believe the discount!

Best Coats & Jackets

● The brown suede jacket that will be seen on social media this fall season: this.

● This wool long coat has the most beautiful color.

● 275 people were watching this wool blend long coat when I added the charcoal color to my wishlist.

● The corduroy jacket you will be wearing with jeans all season.

● The most flattering long coat that accentuates the waist beautifully.

● Best camel coat wool blend: this.

● This inverted notch collar cotton blend blazer is perfect to elevate any office look.

● I have this blazer from past NSales, and it is one of my most worn blazers.

● I have this genuine leather jacket as well!, 10/10. Great investment.

● This reversible jacket is so cute! One side has fur, and the other side looks like a puffer jacket! Added to my cart!

● This leather trench jacket is amazing and looks very flattering with the belt.

● Faux fur jackets are just a must this upcoming season. This animal print one is calling my name.

Best Sweaters & Tops

● The investment piece that will last forever in your closet: a short-sleeve cashmere sweater.

● The crewneck cashmere sweater that I have had for years is on sale. I might pick another color.

● This wool and cashmere sweater with puffy sleeves is so cute and will be perfect for denim outfits.

● This polo wool-blend sweater is for the minimalistic soul.

● Gorgeous and stylish wool blend vest with a belt strap to accentuate the waist. Wow, this is tempting me.

● Polo Ralph Lauren has this V-neck sweater on sale that is so good, available in camel and grey colors.

● This Polo Ralph Lauren zip sweatshirt has a great discount.

● This padded knit jacket just made it to my wishlist. Love, love the color.

● This dark-wash denim shirt by Ralph Lauren is so perfect for casual outfits.

Best Intimates & Shapewear

● The bra that is part of my daily arsenal.

● T-shirt underwire lace bra with over 4000 reviews and almost 5 stars.

● I find these seamless shelf bra camis so versatile and convenient.

● High-quality Socks to have them handy.

● Panties with tummy control.

● Cute boyshorts that make you feel like you have your life together.

● Light compression shorts that will smooth your underwear seams when you wear tight clothes.

● Strapless underwire bodysuit that can be worn by itself with blazers or cute maxi pencil skirts.

Best Bags & Luggage

● Of course, I need to mention the Coach leather bag that is on sale and available in different colors. This is a great deal!

● The brown suede and leather bag that is handy and stylish.

● Literally, 250 people were watching this carry-on suitcase on sale

● For those who are practical and like high-quality leather crossbody bags.

● This pet carry-on is so handy and looks very classy as well.

● Designer handbag on sale. This bag is perfect for everyday outfits.

● This jelly stadium clear bag is so cute and will fit your essentials.

Best Beauty

● The sauna jacket that has almost 5 stars.

● Waiting for Dyson to go on sale? This is the time! Airwrap, Hair Dryer

● T3 Styling tools that I highly recommend because I own them: Aire 360 Air Styler, AireBrush, Curler 1.5-Inch

● Everything Salt & Stone should be added to the wishlist. I love this brand. It’s incredible we can get it on sale right now. The body-wash set of 2 and the deodorant set of 2 are a great deal!

● The go-to deodorant that I buy every time it’s on sale because it has an incredible price and I can buy the set of 3 deodorants for an incredible price.

● YSL 3-piece eye set. It is just perfect for a smokey eye.

● Anything from Elemis should be added to the wishlist. I just added to my wishlist the Elemis Resurfacing Facial Wash Jumbo size. It is so good, and I don’t use any other facial wash; this is the one.

● UV Light mask that has lots of positive reviews.

● The Jo-Malone set will be the perfect gift for the fashionista.

● The La Mer mini set is perfect to try the brand before investing in the regular sizes.

● And if you already love La Mer moisturizer cream 8.5oz, it is on sale right now, a perfect moment to re-stock and save some $.

● If you are struggling with hair loss, the UV red light hat is on sale.

● I am very intrigued by the Dolce & Gabbana caffeine eye patches!

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FAQs Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026

Key Dates

• Cardmember Early Access
  • Icons July 14-17
  • Ambassadors July 15-17
  • Influencers July 16-17
• Everyone! July 18- Aug 9

Do I need a Nordstrom card to shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale?

If you want to buy the Early Access, yes, you need a Nordstrom credit card. Otherwise, you can shop the sale when it is open to everyone on July 18.

Should I shop online or store?

I highly recommend you shop online. Things can get chaotic at the store. That is why I highly recommend starting to add your favorites to your wishlist early, so that when your tier opens to Early Access, you can check out quickly and secure the items and sizes you need.