Retail Therapy: The Show is here. I turn into "Dr. Bobby" and bring my monthly column to life, helping various characters navigate their style and shopping woes. If you haven't watched the premiere episode focused on business casual dressing, hello, watch! The second episode just dropped about wedding guest dresses.

Watch below as I help one of our editors, Emma, with a very specific wedding dress code. My biggest forever rule is to skew on the dressier side (even if the dress code seems casual). It's better to be a little overdressed than underdressed. I prefer to avoid super-bright colors and go for dark neutrals or pretty pastels. For a print, a nice floral always works.

In this episode, the dress code was "Mountain Chic, Refined Rustic Glam"—a tough one to nail. After trying on several looks (all lovely on their own), I finally found the winner. It perfectly fits the theme with its rustic green hue, while the modern silhouette and elevated pleated details deliver that exact "refined-glam" vibe.

Below, I rounded up a range of wedding guest dresses that I think could suit different dress codes (all easy, elevated, and elegant). The edit from Nordstrom highlights many of the styles from the Retail Therapy episode, along with other favorites.

The Best 2026 Wedding Guest Dresses

In my youth, my little sister felt like a nuisance. Now, she's one of my best friends and, admittedly, one of my style icons. We're both Gen Z, but she has a certain effortless, cool-girl personal style that I love. (Don't tell her I said that.) In celebration of her recent graduation and new internship, I knew I had to show her how proud I was of all her accomplishments the best way I knew how: I gave her a $250 Nordstrom gift card to buy whatever she wanted.

She's one of those shoppers who can find anything for a bargain. Since her college days, she's been a frugal but chic shopper, and that won't be changing any time soon. Where some see an obstacle, she sees a challenge and accepts it. I asked her to share everything she was thinking of buying in her cart, and I was astounded by all her good finds within the $250 price range. Keep scrolling to shop all her Gen Z–approved fashion items.

While there are a lot of cool summer shoe trends to dip your toes into this season, there's no question that the leading shoe of choice among the It crowd this summer is ballet flats. The classic shoes are everywhere right now, and fashion people are styling them with everything from '90s slip skirts to retro track shorts and cute capri pants, proving they're one of the most versatile shoes you can own.

As I was perusing Nordstrom this week, I found not only a whole host of very chic ballet flats to lean into the shoe trend but also the coolest items fashion people are styling with them this season. If you want to look chic and on-trend this season, take a look below at the seven specific styles to wear with your ballet flats this season—all from Nordstrom.

1. Capri Pants

Capri pants are the dominating style we're seeing fashion people pair with their ballet flats, oozing a retro vibe. Keep it current with a cool graphic tee.

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2. Knee-Length Slip Skirt

Nineties-inspired knee-length slip skirts are trending hard. Whether you opt for a sleek simple silhouette or lace-trim detail, style it with a pair of classic ballet flats for a fashion-forward look—perfect for summer in the city.

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3. Sporty Shorts

One of the coolest ways to style ballet flats is with contrasting sporty shorts, adding an unexpected and fresh touch to your look. Opt for colorful, retro-looking nylon or track shorts, and finish with a relaxed button-down.

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4. Straight-Leg Jeans

A favorite combo among the French, relaxed straight-leg jeans paired with ballet flats are a match made in sartorial heaven.

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5. Minidress

Give your casual summer minidresses an elevated and polished touch by styling them with a pair of chic ballet flats. Try a woven pair for a summer look.

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6. Lace-Trim Shorts

Similar to lace-trim skirts, lace-trim shorts are a trend-forward option to style with classic flats. We're spotting the combo all over Instagram.

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7. Denim Shorts

Denim shorts are inherently super casual, but adding a pair of ballet flats gives them a more sophisticated and grown-up look.

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I don't know what it is about summer, but something in the air makes me want to revamp my entire wardrobe. Perhaps it's because we wear less in the summer, so the pieces we choose really need to pack a punch? Whatever it is, I've admittedly been on a shopping kick lately. I can confidently say I've scanned every single new arrival at all the top retailers and have amassed a long list of items I'm eyeing for the season in the process.

I must say, though, my list has all the summer '26 hits. Toteme raffia bags, silk Ref tops, and beaded sandals made the cut. Of course, scarf tops are on there, as well as the editor-favorite Kyoto Pants from Leset. Oh, and Staud shell bags, lace-trim sets, and resin bangles, obviously. My cart is basically a one-stop shop for everything fashion people are into right now, so I figured it's worth sharing here. If you're also in the mood to do some perusing, I'm giving you the best shopping picks from Nordstrom, Zara, J.Crew, and Revolve for summer 2026 below.

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Revolve

As a shopping editor, I love designer items just as much as the next fashion person. However, I don't always have the funds to afford high-ticket luxury items. If you're like me, then it's your lucky day. I've stumbled upon seriously impressive designer markdowns at Nordstrom, and I couldn't keep these amazing deals to myself. Don't worry. I'm detailing every deeply discounted designer item worth grabbing ahead.

Yes, you read that correctly. I've found the ultimate cheat code for scoring top-tier designer items at an affordable price point. In the mix, you can expect gorgeous summer shoe styles with interesting silhouettes and cool handbags that are bound to get you endless compliments. While this edit is bag and shoe heavy, there's also a little splash of other accessories and even chic clothing options. Keep scrolling to uncover the best designer markdowns at Nordstrom.

Shop Editor-Approved Nordstrom Designer Markdowns

As someone who typically plans their outfits around shoes, it's safe to say that I'm a bit shoe obsessed. One place I love to browse and shop footwear weekly is Nordstrom, thanks to its vast selection of standout options. In fact, after my most recent perusal of the site, I can confidently say that Nordstrom currently has some of the chicest shoe trends for summer 2026. My virtual cart ended up overflowing with my top picks of the season.

Below, I share five of the standout shoe trends at Nordstrom as well as my recommendations for each. While it was hard to narrow down, there is a great range of classic and of-the-moment styles. Think everything from flip-flops to Adidas sneakers to kitten heels and even cool hybrids of each style. Keep scrolling to check out each shoe trend that have "fashion person" written all over them.

Chic Summer 2026 Shoe Trends at Nordstrom

Flip-Flops

Adidas Sneakers

Ballet Flats

Kitten Heels

Jelly Shoes

I browse Nordstrom daily, so when I noticed there was a surprise sale, I sprang into action. With high standards but a low budget, I found myself adding standout finds after another, until my cart resembled what I think an It-girl's summer closet would look like. For a short time, save an extra 25% off clearance items that will instantly make your wardrobe chicer. I'm talking drawstring linen trousers, wedge sandals, Reformation satin pants, lace-trim camisoles, barrel-leg jeans, plenty of Adidas sneakers, and so much more. Ahem, many of which fall under the rich-looking under-$100 genre.

Scroll to see what's in my Nordstrom cart at this exact moment. Spoiler: I'm loving how the fashion crowd is styling shorts this season, so of course Bermuda and boxer-style pairs make the list. Oh, and you'll find lots of linens (as you'd expect), thong sandals, and Adidas sneakers. The one caveat. This sale is temporary. And, in the time it took me to make this list, I've already seen a few items sell out. So seriously, don't wait.

8 Editor-Approved Items from Nordstrom's Surprise Sale

1. Polka Dot Halter Dress

2. Peplum Blouse

3. Linen Trousers

4. Adidas SL 72

5. Linen Tank

6. Boxer-Style Shorts

7. Thong sandals

8. Bermuda Shorts

Shop More Chic Nordstrom Sale Finds

Summer is here, which means you're probably aiming to craft gorgeous warm-weather outfits all season long. Although I consider myself a style-savvy person, I'll be the first to admit that consistently looking your best is a hard feat. Today, I decided to make that task just a little bit easier on you. One secret that's helped me and my peers look our best is having a strong arsenal of chic basics. With just a handful of elevated-looking, versatile basics, you'll be on the right path for success. Lately, Nordstrom has been dropping some impressive summer 2026 new arrivals, including a slew of sophisticated basics. Don't worry. I combed through those latest offerings and found the best chic basics Nordstrom has to offer just for you.

With the rising temperatures top of mind, this curation ahead includes breezy options on top of amazing shoe staples, sleek separates, and so much more. Some standout finds include pretty low-profile sneakers you'll wear on repeat and tops perfect for receiving endless compliments. Keep scrolling to uncover a wide array of chic Nordstrom basics.

Shop Summer Clothing Basics From Nordstrom

Shop Shoe & Accessories Basics From Nordstrom

I was scrolling through Nordstrom's beauty section recently and found myself thinking about how incredible the curation has become. A bottle from Good Weather Skin, a new sunscreen brand I've seen a few L.A. fashion people post about, caught my eye first. Several of our editors use U Beauty's face moisturizer, and I've been loving Kate McLeod's body bars, both of which are stocked at Nordstrom. Then there's Osea's cult-favorite body oil, HigherDose's magnesium bath soak, and Wonderskin's lip stain (a 2026 Who What Wear Beauty Award winner)—all under $100.

That put me in the mood to look for under-$100 standouts in the shoe and accessories departments too, like the $50 Open Edit shoes that editor Anna LaPlaca has raved about, a $48 Sandy Liang claw clip, and a $95 Coach shoulder bag.

Below, shop these and more of the best under-$100 beauty products, shoes, and accessories at Nordstrom right now.

Under-$100 Nordstrom Beauty, Shoes, and Accessories

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If there is one category that forms the backbone of any stylish closet, it would have to be basics. Of course, there are the classics, but the trendy ones also hold an important place in outfit rotations. Not only are they easy to style, but they also add an of-the-moment boost that helps your wardrobe feel current without being over-the-top. Nordstrom is teeming with basics that fit this very definition, and many have "It girl" written all over them.

Below, I'm breaking down and shopping out four standout trendy basics that are worthy of your attention this season. Each is guaranteed to get you many compliments and will have you looking like a fashion person. Think casual yet cool shorts, effortlessly relaxed pants, and more. Keep scrolling to check them out along with outfit ideas to inspire how you style each one.

Trendy Basics From Nordstrom

1. Drawstring Pants

2. Headscarves

3. Elevated Basic Tops

4. Boxer-Style Shorts

Whether you're ready or not, summer's rising temperatures are here. Every fashion person knows that accessories can make or break your look—no matter the time of year. As a shopping editor, I've noticed some seriously great finds coming from Nordstrom for summer 2026. After digging through the latest arrivals, I've curated a selection of must-see cute shoes, pretty handbags, and cool accessories perfect for topping off your outfits all season long.

If you're like me, you're looking to add a few finishing touches to refresh your favorite warm-weather looks for the months ahead. Don't worry. I've got you covered with on-trend yet versatile fashion finds that will not disappoint. In the mix, you can expect to find everything from your new favorite sandals to a gorgeous raffia carryall that's bound to get you compliments. Keep scrolling to uncover the best of Nordstrom's shoe, handbag, and accessories arrivals for summer.

Shop Nordstrom Shoe Arrivals June 2026

Shop Nordstrom Handbag Arrivals June 2026

Shop Nordstrom Accessories Arrivals June 2026

A good friend will let you borrow from their wardrobe, but a great friend will let you in on where they got it from. That's my bestie. Her secret? Snag new arrivals from Revolve, Zara, and Nordstrom before they sell out. Yes, that does require checking in regularly to see the new updates, but lucky for you, that's quite literally my job.

I spent the morning browsing only the newest additions from Revolve, Zara, and Nordstrom for only the standout buys. Think polka-dot dresses, envy-worthy jeans from editor-favorite denim brand Agolde, rich-looking under-$100 Nordstrom finds, new Nike sneakers, romantic lace skirts, and so much more.

Below, shop 33 chic but cool summer buys, from elevated basics to fashion-person staples, including the best linen trousers and the It-girl sandal trend of summer 2026.

Shop Chic New Arrivals From Revolve, Zara, and Nordstrom

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As an editor, part of my job is keeping up with different retailers and finding options across a variety of price points. Today, I decided to challenge myself to shop at Nordstrom with a maximum budget of $150. To make it easier to navigate, there are four categories: under $50, under $75, under $100, and under $150.

In the under-$50 category, I found beauty go-tos from brands such as Clinique, Salt & Stone, and Westman Atelier. For clothes, I was drawn to Havaianas flip-flops, a Coming of Age silk scrunchie, and a Skims T-shirt. My favorite item under $75 is Almina Concept's High-V-Neck Tank, and Leset's Cotton Pointelle Slim-Fit T-Shirt is the standout in the under-$100 category at $88.

For under $150, there were plenty of wardrobe staples, including Levi's 501 '90s Jeans, three Paloma Wool tops, and several COS pieces.

Below, shop my favorite Nordstrom finds, starting at $11.

Shop Nordstrom Under $150

Under $50

Under $75

Under $100

Under $150

As the fashion-savvy person in my closest friend group, I am constantly fielding queries from them about what to buy and where to shop, especially at the beginning of a new season. As predicted, this summer was no different. As soon as the weather even slightly warmed up, I got a text from a friend asking if I wouldn't mind being her personal shopper for the season.

This time around, she gave me a fun budget of $550 to find key pieces for summer 2026 that could be easily incorporated into any closet. In the end, I narrowed it down to seven chic finds that would do the trick. These range from a standout woven bag to classic linen pants and cool flip-flop sandals.

Ahead, shop my top picks for each category, plus some extras I have my eye on that are perfect for updating your summer wardrobe.

1. Linen Pants

My Top Linen-Pant Pick

More Linen Pants

2. Lace-Trimmed Pieces

My Top Lace-Trimmed-Piece Pick

More Lace-Trimmed Pieces

3. Woven Bags

My Top Woven-Bag Pick

More Woven Bags

4. Effortless Dresses

My Top Effortless-Dress Pick

More Effortless Dresses

5. Flip-Flop Sandals

My Top Flip-Flop Pick

More Flip-Flop Sandals

6. Pendant Necklaces

My Top Pendant-Necklace Pick

More Pendant Necklaces

7. Basic Tops

My Top Basic-Top Pick

More Basic Tops

As fashion people, we can all agree that basics are the unsung heroes of any wardrobe. I couldn't imagine my closet without a selection of these versatile standouts. In fact, I primarily wear elevated basics daily (e.g., a simple top and pants) and then play them up with statement accessories. Nordstrom is a go-to retailer to uncover the best basics, so I scrolled through the new arrivals to curate an edit of the best summer 2026 basics to consider.

Below, you'll see my shopping director–approved edit, featuring items that can easily mix and match with pieces already in your wardrobe. You'll note cool pants that you can style with all of your favorite tops, blouses to dress up or down, elevated shorts, and so much more.

I'm Who What Wear's associate shopping director, so it's my job (and passion!) to bring you the chicest fashion items worthy of your wallet and wardrobe from season to season. I scour the new arrivals at all our favorite retailers daily, and this past week, I've been on a mission to get my wardrobe into gear for summer with a budget of $100 and under.

I started and ended my search at Nordstrom, where I found the chicest summer pieces that feel cool and current and are, most importantly, affordable. If you're looking to update your summer wardrobe with fresh pieces, then keep scrolling for my favorite affordable Nordstrom picks this season, from trending lace-trim skirts to effortless white embroidered tops and sleek sandals.

Summer is officially here, which means it's time to take a closer look at your footwear for the season ahead. Those worn-out sandals might be on their last leg, but don't worry. There are so many stylish and well-priced summer shoe finds that will easily become your new favorite. Nordstrom is such a perfect one-stop shop for a variety of summer shoe needs. I utilized my shopping editor expertise to sift through the latest arrivals and recommend some solid shoes worth adding to your rotation for the hot summer days ahead.

Yes, you heard right. I'm coming to you with fresh shoe selections that you'll want to wear for many months ahead. Are you in need of a new pair of cute sandals? Need some solid on-trend sneaker and flats recommendations? Look no further than my expert curation of amazing summer 2026 shoe picks ahead. Keep scrolling to uncover your new favorite footwear finds.

Shop Editor-Approved Nordstrom Summer 2026 Shoe Arrivals

My Nordstrom under-$100 wishlist is ever evolving. At this point, my cart is like a living document. I made cuts, updates, and purchases. Recently, I noticed an influx of incredibly cool and cheap finds. On the list: Adidas Mary Janes, $70 Lace Trim Satin Pants, Steve Madden jelly sandals, and shell-themed beaded necklaces. Oh, and linen trousers, aviator sunglasses, zebra-print sarongs (an It-girl swimwear trend I spotted at Miami Swim Week), and tomato-red button-downs, too. These picks make up a summer 2026 wardrobe only a cool girl could curate.

Scroll on to shop my warm-weather wishlist of affordable and chic Nordstrom picks. Ahead, 34 cheap thrills that excite.

Shop the Best Under-$100 Nordstrom Finds

There are a few wardrobe staples many of us live in this time of year, including cute sandals and adorable tops. Honestly, could you even imagine getting through the next few months without them? They are the ultimate go-tos to pair with jeans, shorts, linen trousers, skirts, and so on. Nordstrom consistently offers an A+ assortment of these categories, and the latest summer 2026 drop is stellar. Naturally, I curated an edit of the best sandals and shirts to buy at Nordstrom this season.

As I eluded to above, it's all about versatility when it comes to these items. Basically, the silhouettes need to pair seamlessly with a range of other wardrobe basics. For example, a great pair of heeled flip-flops and a satin blouse that could be dressed up with trousers or down with jeans. You'll find pieces like this below, along with other chic flat sandals, button-up shirts, darling tees, and more.