Like any shopping enthusiast, the word “sale” immediately catches our attention, and we definitely can’t resist checking out the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale each year (sale is open to the public July 12th!). From Longchamp to Diptyque to L’Occitane, Nordstrom carries some of our favorite French brands, which makes it a great one-stop shop for everything from homewares to clothes to beauty. If you have a running wishlist like we do, or maybe you just want to take a peek at what’s actually being offered at the sale, we’ve combed through the pages of deals and rounded up the most stylish pieces (and styled them) to help you out!
1. wrap shirt + black trousers + pearls + tote bag + slingback heels
tote bag | wide-leg pants | heels | shirt | earrings
If you’re in the market for new pieces for the office, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale has a wide selection of chic, work-friendly staples. For year-round style, you can’t go wrong with a white blouse and black pants. This timeless color combination is elegant and elevated, which makes it a great choice for an interview, presentation, or a big meeting.
We love this white wrap shirt because it’s a slightly more feminine take on the typical white button-down. Plus, the tie at the waist gives you instant definition for a more flattering fit than your standard Oxford. As for the pants, the high-rise and wide-leg are a great choice for any body type. Pair them with pointed-toe slingback kitten heels for an extra boost that will make your legs look slimmer and longer.
As for your accessories, mix high and low pieces. For example, try pairing simple pearl studs with a Coach tote bag. Although most of the items on this list are under $150, this Coach bag is one of the exceptions. However, if you’re in the market for a new work bag, we always say that investing a little more in this staple is worth it! You’ll use it every day, and you want it to hold up well over time. This bag is also a great choice for the office because it has very minimal branding, so it’s still a great choice for work when you don’t necessarily want to bring in flashy designer items.
2. off-the-shoulder sweater + jeans + leopard print boots + hoops + handbag
sweater | jeans | boots | earrings | handbag
Already looking forward to cozy date nights this autumn, curled up in front of the fire or enjoying a gourmet meal full of fall favorites? This off-the-shoulder sweater is a little bit flirty but still plenty warm for cooler temperatures. It’s the perfect chic piece to pair with classic casual denim.
Leopard print boots were a favorite of ours last fall, and we’re already excited to pull them out for this season – and we love that there’s a pair included in the Nordstrom sale! Accessorize with a timeless black leather handbag and hammered gold hoops to complete the look.
3. raincoat + cashmere sweatshirt + baseball cap + leggings + Madewell bag + sneakers
sweatshirt | bag | sneakers | jacket | baseball cap | leggings
Fall weather can be unpredictable (especially here in the Midwest), so dressing in layers is key when you’re running errands out and about! It’s a worthwhile process to work on intentionally upgrading your closet, and that process can apply to your loungewear, too. That’s why this cashmere hoodie immediately caught our eye! We don’t know many pieces that sound more cozy than that.
As for the rest of your look, these Spanx leggings are the epitome of comfort (seriously, their fabrics are beyond soft). We also love this raincoat that looks almost like a classic trench. White sneakers, a wool and cashmere baseball cap, and a suede bag from Madewell round out this look.
4. black maxi dress + gold hoops + black handbag + gold sandals
dress | sandals | bag | earrings
Now’s a great time to be thinking ahead to your transitional fall looks, and the Nordstrom Sale does not disappoint with a great selection of pieces that would be great to wear now into cooler weather. A black maxi dress is a perfect choice because it’s easy and breezy to throw on while it’s still hot, but could easily be worn in cooler temperatures with the addition of a sweater. Plus, the dark color is another feature that makes this dress an ideal option to wear in autumn.
If you love minimalist accessories, try a pair of gold hoops, gold slingback sandals, and a black leather handbag. Although this handbag is on the slightly pricier end, it reminded us too much of a Hermès bag not to include it on this list!
5. vest top + jeans + tortoiseshell sunglasses + pearls + slingback flats + handbag
vest | jeans | earrings | shoes | handbag | sunglasses
This vest top is made all the more interesting by the fact that it’s tweed. Fabric and texture are a great way to add interest to your outfit! Plus, this is a great material for fall’s cooler temperatures. If you’re going for a classy, feminine look, pair it with wide-leg jeans from Madewell, slingback flats, pearl stud earrings, chic sunglasses, and a top-handle handbag to complete the outfit.
6. striped cardigan + gold and pearl earrings + jeans + tote bag + scarf + ballet flats
cardigan | ballet flats | jeans | scarf | earrings | bag
Need a new outfit for Sunday church or brunch? This striped cardigan with gold buttons is the perfect piece to start your look. Style it with wide-leg jeans from Madewell (the pair above are definitely ones that a French girl would wear) for a casual yet still elegant vibe. Elevate the rest of your outfit with accessories like gold and pearl earrings, timeless ballet flats, a black tote bag, and a leopard print scarf for the perfect pop of pattern.
7. cashmere sweater + satin midi skirt + hoops + handbag + ankle boots
skirt | sweater | ankle boots | hoops | handbag
It may only be July, but holiday party season will be here before we know it! It’s always a good idea to plan ahead by having a go-to look or two stored away in your closet, so that it takes the pressure off when parties start popping up on the calendar and you’re also worried about hostess gifts or what to bring for food. The look above is an easy (and classy) formula to save – you might even have similar pieces in your wardrobe already.
First, start with a soft black sweater (we’re partial to cashmere, like the one above). Next, add a satin or silk midi skirt. Accessorize with a chic leather handbag, black ankle boots, and gold hoop earrings – now you’re ready to go enjoy the festivities with family and friends!
8. denim dress + gold hoops + white sneakers + suede bag
dress | sneakers | earrings | bag
Denim on denim looks are a classic fall outfit formula for casual outfits. If you want to try out the style on a smaller scale, go for a denim dress! This short-sleeved style from Madewell is included in Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale and is perfect for your favorite autumn activities like apple picking, going to the farmer’s market, or visiting the pumpkin patch.
Add a suede bag (another great Madewell style), a pair of white sneakers, and gold hoops to round out your look.
9. lady jacket + jeans + pearl and gold earrings + longchamp tote + slingback heels
lady jacket | jeans | slingback heels | bag | earrings
Longchamp was one of the first brands to catch our eye in the list of Nordstrom Sale pieces because it’s high up on our list of favorite designers. In the past year, we’ve each purchased a Longchamp Le Pliage tote. The reason? They’re relatively affordable when you’re looking for a quality bag, they’re easy to clean, lightweight, and are large enough to hold a laptop and travel necessities.
Style a Longchamp leather tote bag for casual Friday at the office with a sharp lady jacket, classic denim, slingback heels, and a pair of gold and pearl earrings.
10. short-sleeved sweater + plaid pants + earrings + tote bag + slingback heels
sweater tee | pants | heels | bag | earrings
If you loved the accessories above, you can style them during the rest of the week by swapping out your outfit base for pieces that are slightly more formal. Switch up your jeans for a pair of plaid wide-leg trousers in the perfect autumnal color palette. Then, you can trade out your lady jacket for a simple (but soft) cashmere sweater tee. These two pieces would be great for mixing and matching all year long with other capsule wardrobe staples.
11. rib sweater tank + leopard print pants + sunglasses + hoops + handbag + ankle boots
ankle boots | pants | bag | top | earrings | sunglasses
If you love leopard print, you’re in the right place! Style it for fall in a fun way with a pair of leopard print jeans. At MCO, we believe leopard print is a staple print, even though it just so happens to be trending right now.
While incorporating a pattern into your look in a big way with a pair of leopard print jeans, keep the rest of your look relatively simple. Think a rib sleeveless tank, gold hoop earrings, pointed-toe ankle boots, a top-handle bag, and mixed metal rings. Perfect for enjoying a cocktail hour with friends.
12. floral blouse + jeans + pearls + suede bag + mary jane flats
mary jane flats | jeans | bag | blouse | earrings
Transition your florals to fall with this dusty rose blouse from Madewell. The puff sleeve is a fun structural detail that adds a unique twist to this button-down shirt. For a relaxed Saturday spent shopping, pair it with Madewell wide-leg jeans, suede ballet flats, a suede shopper tote, and pearl earrings.
For Your Morning Routine
1. Le Labo Eau de Parfum Discovery Set
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Le Labo Eau de Parfum Discovery Set
This Le Labo discovery set is a great opportunity for our fellow fragrance enthusiasts out there who have wanted to try iconic parfums like Another 13 and Santal 33. This is a collection of Le Labo’s three most popular scents, which is a great way to try the perfume house on a budget – the set costs less than $70.
2. Le Pliage City Cosmetics Case
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Le Pliage City Cosmetics Case
The Le Pliage bag by Longchamp also comes in a mini size that’s perfect to hold all of your travel necessities. You could even purchase a separate strap to use it as a crossbody bag if you’d like.
3. Hair Towel Set
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Hair Towel Set
A good hair care routine starts in the shower, and that includes your drying process, too! This towel has great reviews and will help dry your hair in a safer (and quicker) way than your typical bath towel.
4. First Aid Beauty Body Scrub
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First Aid Beauty Body Scrub
This is a fast-acting body scrub that helps to exfoliate your skin and help get rid of any rough patches or bumps. Reviewers swear by this product, and you’ll get not one, but two bottles.
5. L’Occitane Shea Classics
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L’Occitane Shea Classics
This gift set is perfect for the manicure enthusiast in your life (but it’s also so good, you might want to keep it for yourself). L’Occitane hand creams are one of our go-to gifts for the holidays – they certainly come in handy during the frigid, dry Midwest winters.
6. Jo Malone English Pear & Freesia Wash
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Jo Malone English Pear & Freesia Soap
English Pear and Freesia is one of Jo Malone’s most popular fragrances, and now you can enjoy the fresh bouquet scent in your bath products, too. Add a little luxury to your daily routine with their hand and body soap.
7. Le Labo Hand Soap
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Le Labo Hand Soap
“The Hinoki scent is inspired by the Buddhist temples of Mount Koya in Japan, which all carry the mystical, profusely warm and mesmerizing scent of the hinoki trees from the surrounding forest.” Le Labo has another great hand soap option that’s lightly fragranced and created with plant-based ingredients.
8. Kiehl’s Ultimate Strength Hand Salve
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Kiehl’s Ultimate Strength Hand Salve
Here’s another great dual-set for dry, active hands. This ultra-strength salve “helps protect against and repair the appearance of severe dryness caused by heavy industrial work, manual labor, neglect, or exposure to harsh elements.”
For Your Home
1. Lavender Scented Fabric Wash
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Lavender Scented Fabric Wash
We’re always working on adding higher-quality fabrics to our wardrobes, which also need a little extra care to ensure they last. The right fabric wash does wonders! This lavender-scented fabric wash is on my list for its tranquil, spa-like properties that transfer to my favorite pieces.
2. Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
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Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
We recently did a lot of research on varying kinds of silks, so these mulberry silk pillowcases caught our eye right away. They have great benefits for your hair and skin. Who doesn’t love a beauty routine that they can literally do in their sleep?
3. Nickel Wine Chiller
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Nickel Wine Chiller
Entertaining is all that much more fun when you have special pieces to pull out for your guests. We love how elegant this nickel wine chiller looks, and it would be a great piece to complement your holiday tablescape this year. Or, it could double as a great wedding gift or hostess gift for someone else!
4. Spiced Chai Drink Mix
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Spiced Chai Drink Mix
Having a nice drink that you can make yourself at home can really elevate your daily routine and remind you to slow down and breathe before jumping into your day-to-day duties! A spiced chai sounds amazing for a chilly fall or winter morning, doesn’t it?
5. Le Creuset Casserole Dish
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Le Creuset Casserole Dish
Le Creuset has certainly made a name for itself when it comes to kitchenware, and so it’s always exciting to see it included as part of a sale. If you take care of them, these pieces can last for decades. Their casserole dish is safe for the freezer, microwave, oven, broiler, and dishwasher. Plus, it’s a beautiful piece to display on your table.
6. UGG Shearling Blanket and Eye Mask
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UGG Shearling Blanket & Eye Mask
We have some travel coming up, so this UGG blanket and eye mask set might just find their way to our carts! Shearling is the perfect cozy material for long Midwest winters, and that eye mask looks unbelievably soft for a nap in the car or on a plane.
7. Diptyque Candle Set
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Diptyque Candle Set
Diptyque has an unbelievable selection of the most addictive scents, and there’s something for everyone in their collection. This candle set is a great introduction to the brand, and we promise you won’t be disappointed with how amazing your house smells with them!
Carolyn & Cassie’s Wishlists
Carolyn here! Can you tell I have a thing for leopard print? I’m especially excited about some of the items on my wishlist this year, and I hope they don’t sell out (here’s looking at you, leopard print trench coat!). If an item elevates my outfit, makes me feel polished, and provides endless styling ideas, then I consider it a winner. That’s why my “statement” picks are really elevated basics.
And it’s no surprise I’m also eyeing Diptyque candles, L’Occitane shower oil, and Maison Francis Kurkdjian fragrances – these French brands are just the things to elevate your life and give your day-to-day a certain je nais se quois and charm.
Shopping the Nordstrom Sale
Even if you don’t plan to shop the Nordstrom sale (after all, there are so many good ones happening at this time of year), you can certainly save these outfit ideas to recreate with pieces you already have! Or, save the round-ups of beauty and home products for your holiday shopping to make gift-giving a breeze this year.
Still in the mood to shop? Or looking for more outfit styling ideas? Up Next: These 9 Classy Casual Outfits Strike the Perfect Balance of Effortless and Elegant
