I Was a VIP Nordstrom Stylist—These Are the 7 Items Worth Buying From the Anniversary Sale

New staples!

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Sandy Koszarek wearing a tan jacket, a white tee, and jeans.
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The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is officially in full swing. (Prices go back up on August 9.) You've maybe seen our edits of key trends, cool basics, and Parisian-inspired picks. Now, we're turning to a certified Nordstrom expert to reveal the absolute best items to buy. Enter Sandy Koszarek of Stylish Sandy, who has worked many Anniversary Sales over the decades as a former VIP Nordstrom stylist.

Below are the exact trends and product categories Koszarek is buying herself and recommending to others—all chosen for their incredible value and styling potential. As a preview, you'll uncover the fall staples that have so many fantastic options on sale and the gorgeous boots worth considering. Keep scrolling to shop Koszarek's favorites from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.

1. Denim

Sandy Koszarek wearing a white tee and jeans.

(Image credit: @stylishsandy)

"Denim is at the top of my Anniversary Sale list. I'm picking up favorites and trying a few new trending styles too."

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2. Suede Pieces

Sandy Koszarek wearing a suede jacket, a white tee, and jeans.

(Image credit: @stylishsandy)

"Suede is a favorite of mine, and there are some fabulous pieces in this sale—boots, shoes, jackets, and handbags. This year, I'm adding a few items to my wardrobe."

3. Boots

Sandy Koszarek wearing a tan jacket, a white top, jeans, and boots.

(Image credit: @stylishsandy)

"Boots are on my list every year. I love the rich colors available this season, and there are great options with and without heels."

4. Green Pieces

Sandy Koszarek wearing a green jacket and jeans.

(Image credit: @stylishsandy)

"I keep coming back to all the green pieces in this sale. The color feels fresh and rich, and it's exactly what I want to wear now and into fall."

5. Jackets

Sandy Koszarek wearing a tan jacket, a white tee, and jeans.

(Image credit: @stylishsandy)

"This year's jacket selection is hard to resist. There are so many great styles, and they will be perfect to wear with jeans or trousers."

6. Handbags

Sandy Koszarek wearing a button-down, a suede handbag, and jeans.

(Image credit: @stylishsandy)

"Handbags are a favorite of mine, and this sale has fun styles, rich colors, and chic textures. There's a style for everyone, and I found several I want."

7. Leather Jackets

Sandy Koszarek wearing a funnel-neck leather jacket and brown jeans.

(Image credit: @stylishsandy)

"There are new leather jackets in a high-collar style this year, and I'm updating mine. It looks so modern and chic. I'll wear it with jeans and trousers."

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Bobby Schuessler
Bobby Schuessler
Executive Shopping Director

Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over 15 years of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent over a decade at Who What Wear, currently leading the shopping team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retailers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives, with brands including Gucci, Nordstrom, Sunglass Hut, Cartier, and Old Navy. He also appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises, and is the star of Who What Wear's scripted show, Retail Therapy.