I Asked Nordstrom’s Associate Fashion Director What to Buy From the Anniversary Sale—Here’s What She Told Me

Scroll on for 17 can't-miss styles.

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Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale hasn’t wrapped up quite yet. You’ve still got time to indulge in a variety of fashion deals, ranging from elegant summer basics to polished vacation outfits and in-demand sneakers. But the retailer’s blockbuster event isn't just offering markdowns on warm-weather styles—it's also providing plenty of pieces that you’ll need for the season ahead.

“At this very moment, you can discover brand-new arrivals at exclusive prices before fall even begins,” says Nordstrom's associate fashion director, Linda Cui Zhang. Take a look through Nordstrom’s site and you’ll notice a bevy of autumn staples—including cozy knit sweaters that will anchor your capsule wardrobe, denim jackets that will help you to master the art of layering, and even Western boots that embrace fashion’s cowgirl craze. “Now is your chance to refresh your closet with timeless must-haves, invest in elevated essentials, and treat yourself to something special,” Zhang adds.

Ahead, the style expert shares 17 Nordstrom finds that have earned a special place in her shopping cart. If something catches your eye, make sure to act swiftly. The annual sale ends on Sunday, August 3, and items are already selling fast!

Lauren Tappan
Fashion Editor

Lauren K. Tappan is the Fashion Editor at Marie Claire, where she covers trend forecasting and shopping stories, highlighting runway-inspired styles and a blend of emerging and established brands. Prior to joining Marie Claire, she worked as a freelance editor for Harper’s Bazaar and ELLE, specializing in e-commerce content and curating seasonal trend reports. Earlier in her career, she worked at Town & Country, developing a strong portfolio of fashion roundups and designer profiles.

Lauren holds a bachelor's degree in communications with a minor in journalism from the University of Pennsylvania. While at Penn, she served as editor-in-chief of The Walk, the university's fashion magazine, and completed internships at Philadelphia Style Magazine and EveryStylishGirl.