I’ve said it before, and I will say it again. I love a good sale-section purge. As a fashion editor, I can’t help but make shopping wish lists at all of my favorite retailers—and right now, the sales at Nordstrom, J.Crew, and H&M are truly speaking to me. The fresh markdowns from these favorite retailers are loaded with everything I need to stock my closet with perfect spring basics and easy, transitional pieces that will take me straight into summer.
With temperatures starting to heat up in New York City, I know summer is only a hop, skip, and a jump away, and I want to be prepared. I am loading up my cart with crisp button-down shirts (currently, I am wearing them with a trench coat and high-waisted jeans on rainy days), breezy trouser pants for vacation and forthcoming humid city days, and some simple T-shirts and tanks that can be mixed and matched with anything. There are a handful of cute handbags and special accessories mixed in here as well to top off any outfit. I won’t keep these great finds to myself, either. Go ahead—shop my 30 favorite sale picks below before they sell out in a flash.
J.CREW
It's going to be another vest-heavy summer. Grab yours now.
There is something so chic about a minimalist silver earring with a cool vest. Take styling notes here.
Chambray perfection in shirt form. I will be pairing this with double denim—jeans now and cutoffs later this summer.
I love the rinse of this perfectly cut, denim midi skirt. Dress up or down for effortless looks.
I still need some cozy knitwear for those chilly, rainy days. This is made with partial cotton, so I won't be sweating while running errands.
I can't wait to wear these with cropped trouser pants and a simple silk blouse for a dinner out.
Cotton voile is extremely breathable—which, let's face it, this New Yorker needs for those impossibly humid days. It also makes a great cover-up option.
The Rollneck sweater is one of those archival revivals, straight from the '80s, and oh so cool. This one is also made with cotton yarn.
Loose, straight jeans are all I've been living in lately. These get my stamp of approval.
I love a good loafer, and the croc-embossed leather that these are made from reads ultra luxe.
NORDSTROM
Simple and chic. You can't go wrong with a flattering, square-neck top to tuck into jeans, skirts, and more.
These high-waisted trousers are a favorite of mine. The brown colorway is a refreshing alternative to black.
A trench is my number one spring investment piece. I love one that is lightweight enough to stuff in a tote when the sun starts peeping out.
Snap up these trendy mesh flats before everyone else does. Trust us—you will be so happy you did.
I'm all about a classic with a twist—and this top quite literally has just that.
You can never go wrong with 501 jeans, and these come in the perfect wash of blue.
Dress up jeans on a weekend outing or wear with a work skirt, dress, or trousers for office days.
How effortlessly elegant is this? Just roll up the sleeves and gently unbutton on top and bottom for a classic take.
Again, I can't overhype the greatness of a cotton button-down in the spring and summer. I love this khaki color to break up my white and blue ones.
Get a stylish Parisian look with these ballerina pumps that can withstand spring showers thanks to the patent finish.
H&M
This top elevates everything from basic jeans to a dressier, full skirt. Try pairing with flats for a modern outfit.
Normally I stick to black and white, but there is something so lovely about this blush bandeau dress. I can't help but grab it for all my upcoming spring events.
This crossbody is going to be a true workhorse in my closet with trenches and suiting for work meetings.
I can't wait to wear this dress with kitten heels for my next cocktail party and flat sandals for date night.
These breezy pants are going straight into my carry-on for spring break and will be my go-to all summer for sweaty city days.
I can't believe this shirt is H&M. The designer-level quality makes it a must in my book, and the sale price only solidifies my need.
I rely on a bucket hat for everything from park picnics to days in the surf. This one is a winner at just $10.
Easy, fluid dresses are all you need for those impossible summer days. Right now, I am wearing this with a cropped cardigan for those days that start at 60ºF and end at 80ºF.
The eyelet detailing on this top feels fresh and bright while the cotton poplin fabrication is sweat-proof.
I find that a scrunchie always gets the hair out of my face while adding a refined touch to any vest look, summer dress, or button-down. It is my warm-weather MVP.
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