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    I Want an Expensive-Looking Summer Wardrobe—30 Elegant Items I'm Eyeing From Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale

    Don't miss out on them.

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    By Judith Jones
    Published 30 July 2024 In Buying Guides

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    I'm in my elegant era. This means I'm all about assembling luxurious-looking outfits that ooze wealth and elegance. It's a bonus if I don't have to spend a hefty part of my paycheck to get the luxe look.

    Sales are, of course, the best time to build a rich-looking wardrobe without having to pay full price. Luckily, Nordstrom's epic Anniversary Sale is taking place now through August 4, where you can score major discounts on designer and contemporary brands. I've scoured the sale from top to bottom so you don't have to, and below, I'm sharing the most expensive-looking finds that will instantly elevate your outfits, from effortlessly elegant trousers to modern pearl earrings. Keep scrolling for the luxe-looking gems from Nordstrom's massive Anniversary Sale that you won't regret buying.

    Cotton Voile Button-Up Shirt

    Treasure & Bond
    Cotton Voile Button-Up Shirt
    $70$28
    WAS $70, NOW $28 AT NORDSTROM

    I love the idea of styling this with long denim shorts and a classic black belt.

    'ab'solution Skyrise Flat Front Wide Leg Pants

    Wit & Wisdom
    Absolution Skyrise Flat Front Wide Leg Pants
    $88$59
    WAS $88, NOW $59 AT NORDSTROM

    Effortlessly elegant pants.

    Herringbone Oversize Blazer

    Treasure & Bond
    Herringbone Oversize Blazer
    $109$70
    WAS $109, NOW $70 AT NORDSTROM

    A classic black blazer is always a good idea.

    Alexis High Waist Ankle Barrel Jeans

    PAIGE
    Alexis High Waist Ankle Barrel Jeans
    $249$166
    WAS $249, NOW $166 AT NORDSTROM

    A classic pair of jeans.

    Single Pleat Sleeveless Satin Shell

    Halogen
    Single Pleat Sleeveless Satin Shell
    $69$48
    WAS $69, NOW $48 AT NORDSTROM

    A silky shell top always looks luxe.

    Large Keshi Pearl Hoop Earrings

    Monica Vinader
    Large Keshi Pearl Hoop Earrings
    $188$125
    WAS $188, NOW $125 AT NORDSTROM

    Stunning pearl earrings will make every outfit look more expensive.

    Stripe Cotton Poplin Button-Up Shirt

    Nordstrom
    Stripe Cotton Poplin Button-Up Shirt
    $109$73
    WAS $109, NOW $73 AT NORDSTROM

    The button-down you'll reach for time and again.

    Marzi Ballet Flat

    BCBGeneration
    Marzi Ballet Flat
    $89$60
    WAS $89, NOW $60 AT NORDSTROM

    Mary Janes are a fashion must-have this summer.

    Sleeveless Crochet Sweater Dress

    Treasure & Bond
    Sleeveless Crochet Sweater Dress
    $100$70
    WAS $100, NOW $70 AT NORDSTROM

    When you want a casual summer dress that's also elegant.

    Sequin V-Neck Sleeveless Sweater

    Halogen
    Sequin V-Neck Sleeveless Sweater
    $99$69
    WAS $99, NOW $69 AT NORDSTROM

    Style with a cute miniskirt and flats.

    Luxe Suiting Wide Leg Pants

    Good American
    Luxe Suiting Wide Leg Pants
    $179$125
    WAS $179, NOW $125 AT NORDSTROM

    The pants you'll wear year-round.

    Double Breasted Dress With Accessory Detail

    Nocturne
    Double Breasted Dress With Accessory Detail
    $279$223
    WAS $279, NOW $223 AT NORDSTROM

    How gorgeous is this silhouette?

    Long Sleeve Ruched Brushed Jersey Top

    Madewell
    Long Sleeve Ruched Brushed Jersey Top
    $45$30
    WAS $45, NOW $30 AT NORDSTROM

    A layering piece you'll wear on repeat.

    Short Sleeve Wool & Cashmere Sweater

    Vince
    Short Sleeve Wool & Cashmere Sweater
    $245$160
    WAS $245, NOW $160 AT NORDSTROM

    Perfect to take you into fall.

    Chunky Domed Cuff Bracelet

    Madewell
    Chunky Domed Cuff Bracelet
    $38$25
    WAS $38, NOW $25 AT NORDSTROM

    The bracelet that will instantly elevate your ensemble.

    Maxi Pencil Skirt

    Nordstrom
    Maxi Pencil Skirt
    $119$80
    WAS $119, NOW $80 AT NORDSTROM

    Style with a white tank top and mesh flats.

    Farrah Kitten Heel Pointed Toe Slingback Pump

    Sam Edelman
    Farrah Kitten Heel Pointed Toe Slingback Pump
    $140$90
    WAS $140, NOW $90 AT NORDSTROM

    Scoop up these slingback heels at a great price.

    Tulip Corduroy Trim Quilted Coat

    Barbour
    Tulip Corduroy Trim Quilted Coat
    $395$260
    WAS $395, NOW $260 AT NORDSTROM

    You'll never regret a regal Barbour jacket.

    Teru 54mm Rectangle Sunglasses

    Ray-Ban
    Teru 54mm Rectangle Sunglasses
    $143$95
    WAS $143, NOW $95 AT NORDSTROM

    I'll always look for chic sunglasses during Nordstrom's big sales.

    Crinkled Satin Slip Skirt

    Madewell
    Crinkled Satin Slip Skirt
    $78$52
    WAS $78, NOW $52 AT NORDSTROM

    A silky skirt you can easily dress up or down.

    Cotton Blend Chore Jacket

    Vince
    Cotton Blend Chore Jacket
    $345$230
    WAS $345, NOW $230 AT NORDSTROM

    Simple and sophisticated.

    Medium Perfect Leather Belt

    Madewell
    Medium Perfect Leather Belt
    $48$32
    WAS $45, NOW $32 AT NORDSTROM

    This chic belt will add polish to your look.

    Utility Cotton Twill Cargo Pants

    Vince
    Utility Cotton Twill Cargo Pants
    $365$246
    WAS $365, NOW $246 AT NORDSTROM

    Wear with a black belt and accessories for a fashion person–approved look.

    Shine Rib Cardigan

    Good American
    Shine Rib Cardigan
    $169$115
    WAS $169, NOW $115 AT NORDSTROM

    From day to night in style.

    Baroque Pearl Pendant Necklace

    Monica Vinader
    Baroque Pearl Pendant Necklace
    $210$140
    WAS $210, NOW $140 AT NORDSTROM

    The epitome of elegance.

    Butter Rib Square Neck Bodysuit

    BP
    Butter Rib Square Neck Bodysuit
    $35$23
    WAS $35, NOW $23 AT NORDSTROM

    Love that square neck.

    Smocked Cotton Blend Midi Skirt

    Vince
    Smocked Cotton Blend Midi Skirt
    $225$150
    WAS $225, NOW $150 AT NORDSTROM

    The rich-looking color of 2024.

    Absolute Stretch Cotton Camisole

    Halogen
    Absolute Stretch Cotton Camisole
    $25$17
    WAS $25, NOW $17 AT NORDSTROM

    Stock up on the basics while they're on sale.

    Hidden Heart Small Huggie Hoop Earrings

    Jenny Bird
    Hidden Heart Small Huggie Hoop Earrings
    $98$65
    WAS $98, NOW $65 AT NORDSTROM

    Run, don't walk, when Jenny Bird goes on sale.

    Stevie Cotton Crop T-Shirt

    AllSaints
    Stevie Cotton Crop T-Shirt
    $49$35
    WAS $49, NOW $35 AT NORDSTROM

    Don't underestimate the power of a quality black crewneck tee.

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