Retail Therapy: My Regret-Proof List of the Best Items From the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Wait, these fall items are already discounted!
Welcome to Retail Therapy—Who What Wear Shopping Director Bobby Schuessler's digest of everything that matters in shopping. He spends his days uncovering special gems to elevate a wardrobe, and it's all curated right here for you, dear readers. Think of Bobby as your personal shopper, and this is the exclusive list of items that get a yes from him, period.
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is officially here, and for a shopping director, this moment is everything. The always-anticipated event offers new fall items on sale (yes, you read that correctly) and, of course, standouts to wear now from the best brands, from Staud to Ugg. It's also all about the epic beauty discounts, home essentials, parenting staples, and more. (I bought my stroller a few years ago during the sale.) Below, I'm sharing a highlight reel of the best items to shop first that I don't think you'll regret because of their versatile nature. You'll find 10 hero pieces along with excellent styling items.
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Xx, B.
It's not an Anniversary Sale without divine cashmere on sale. The range of Nordstrom cashmere sweaters is always at the top of my list because the quality is top-notch, and they're the perfect weight (not too thin and not too thick) to really carry you through the season.
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These Ugg slippers will become the main character in your cozy and chic at-home looks. But trust me—they'll sell out with that discount.
Styling Pieces
Lace-trim pieces are literally everywhere in 2026, and yes, Nordstrom is here with an adorable $25 pair to incorporate into your trend-forward wardrobe. I love a long-sleeve white tee, so I'd go for that and flip-flops to wear now.
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Fan favorite, cult following, editor approved—these are just a few terms that describe the wildly popular Levi's Ribcage Jeans. This is the wash on sale this season (love), and you better believe this pair has the potential to become a true wardrobe staple.
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You just can't beat a stunning trench coat. You can toss one over any outfit and look elevated and sleek. This one also has that high neck, which is on point for the season. I also spotted this refined sweater-jacket that I'd consider wearing with a fun leather skirt and knee-high boots.
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The fashion crowd covets the Staud Tommy Bag—playful, quirky, and cool. The fact that this animal-print iteration is on sale? Done.
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I'm so in my pant era, especially relaxed poplin silhouettes. I have my eye on this on-sale pair from Reformation, and I'm sending the style to everyone I know. You can dress up the sportier nature of the pants with a cardigan and heels.
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It ballet sneakers on sale! FYI, they also come in a delicious pink. These won't stay in stock long, so act fast.
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Open Edit's tailoring selects are favorites among editors here at Who What Wear. You'll get a lot of wear out of this sharp double-breasted blazer. There are also coordinating trousers on sale if you want to make it a suit.
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These expensive-looking flats are actually mesh—so right now. They come in many different colors to suit your style.
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