I'm Nordstrom's Fashion Director—Here Are the Smart Buys I'm Behind This Summer

If you haven't already noticed, we're big fans of Nordstrom over here. From its affordable basics to its highly reviewed jeans and their epic sales, we don't miss a beat when it comes to new arrivals, new trends, and trusty, timeless pieces from the easy-to-shop multi-brand retailer. This week, we tapped into Nordstrom's fashion director, Elizabeth Kanfer, to share some of the smart investment pieces she recommends scooping up this summer.
From trending puff-sleeve blouses that will take you seamlessly from summer to fall to mixed pearl-and-gold chain necklaces fashion girls are wearing all over Instagram right now to timeless sandals that you’ll own for years to come, scroll below to shop Kanfer’s must-have picks along with our Nordstrom editor favorites. These are guaranteed to make your wardrobe seriously more stylish this summer.
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Judith Jones is the associate shopping director at Who What Wear and has worked in fashion for over a decade. She specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.
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