These 30 Under-$100 Nordstrom Sale Items Made Me Re-Evaluate My Shopping Budget
Now that summer is winding down, it's time to take stock. I'm not sure about you, but for me, the end of the summer season signals a big, red, glaring reminder about my shopping habits: it's time to cut down. After international trips and one too many happy hours with my friends, it's in my budget to save right now, not spend money. And, while I tried my best to institute a thoughtful zero-shopping ban on myself, I caved after browsing through Nordstrom's new sale section.
Ahead of Labor Day, the retailer is slashing the prices of some of its classic, must-have clothing items ahead of the fall like sweater dresses, ankle boots, and timeless denim. While I'm not one to usually pass up on a sale, this one is full of chic under-$100 items, making my plans to stock up on fall fashion items much more guilt-free.
If you're looking for a sign to buy yourself something pretty this week without breaking the bank, you're in the right place. Keep scrolling to shop a few of my favorite seasonally-appropriate Nordstrom sale items, all ringing in under $100.

Ana Escalante is an award-winning journalist and Gen Z editor known for her sharp takes on fashion and culture. She’s covered everything from Copenhagen Fashion Week to Roe v. Wade protests as the Editorial Assistant at Glamour after earning her journalism degree at the University of Florida in 2021. At Who What Wear, Ana mixes wit with unapologetic commentary in long-form fashion and beauty content, creating pieces that resonate with a digital-first generation. If it’s smart, snarky, and unexpected, chances are her name’s on it.
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