The Nordstrom end-of-season sale is here. It is NOT to be confused with the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. The Half-Yearly Sale discounts end-of-season merchandise, which is Spring and Summer merchandise in this case. The Anniversary Sale (or NAS), on the other hand, starts in July, and that’s when hot-off-the-press Fall and Winter merchandise is discounted for a couple of weeks before prices go back up in August.
The Half-Yearly Sale is one way to stock up on warm-weather items, especially when your Summers are hot and long. I browsed the items and these are the ones that have been winners on clients, or that caught my eye. Keep stalking the items when they’re out of your size because they do occasionally come back into stock.
- KENZO Ruched Sleeve Bomber Jacket: A salmon bomber with sleeve ruching creates an interesting textural effect. Fab with dresses and skirts too. Heavier than it looks. Fits a range of body types.
- J.Crew Chambray Ruffle Skirt: A breezy unlined Summer skirt that's as casual as it is dressy. Nice length and better on a straighter figure. Best with a tucked, semi-tucked or cropped top to showcase the front ruffle detailing. Ruffle is architectural. Read the rave reviews.
- Kate Spade New York cameron street - botanical lottie faux leather dome satchel: Seasonless Dark Floral Fabness.
- LEWIT Trench Coat: A trendy trench with wider cut sleeves that works best on a broad shoulder line. Chic. Gorgeous quality. Cool-toned.
- Gibson Bell Sleeve Ruffle Hem Blouse: Fun and flouncy blouse that's swingy yet flattering. Hangs in a streamlined way. Cobalt is gorgeous with black and white.
- Chelsea28 Casey Geometric Cutout Faux Leather Tote & Pouch: Versatile Silver Tote Fabness.
- L'Amour Des Pieds Winifred Lace-Up Bootie: A little Fall-ish, but lovely with white jeans and matching cognac belt. Oxfords are comfy, well made and can work with gentle bunions.
- Topshop Premium Grace Leather Shoulder Bag: Grommet & Ribbon Shoulder Bag Fabness.
- Michael Lexie Star Embellished Sandal: A dainty sandal for a dainty foot and ankle that isn't too narrow.
- Levi's Roll-Sleeve Anorak: Super cute anorak to keep out the chill. The drawstring adds subtle waist definition, and the length is flattering. Both colours are nice.
- SIONI Lexie Floral Print Silk Off the Shoulder Dress: This dress works well on a small-busted pear or hourglass body type. The diagonal lines are magical creating a visually pleasing effect.You'll need a strapless bra. Both colours are nice.
- Marques' Almeida Marques'Almeida Asymmetric Patchwork Plaid Shirtdress: A roomy avant-garde shirtdress that looks great over wide crops or flared crops. Scrunched sleeves add structure.
- ADDITION ELLE LOVE AND LEGEND Flower & Stripe Shirt: Structured, polished and pretty embroidered tunic shirt. Read the rave reviews.
- MATISSE Augustine Mule: Distressed blue mule booties are quite unique and these are reasonably comfy. These are the prettiest, but they come in black and brown. Best on higher volume feet.
- Boss Damyla Sheath Dress: A classic navy sleeved sheath with an alluring integrity. Not too tight, and great pockets. Might run a size small if you're curvy. Office appropriate.
- Eileen Fisher Eileen Fringe Mixed Check Square Scarf: A Trendy Classic.
- Karen Kane Floral High/Low A-Line Dress: A structured dress with a flattering fit. Streamlined, yet comfortable. Forgiving of lumpage and bumpage, and a super length. Dress it up or down.
- Karen Kane Cold Shoulder Top: Swingy cold-shoulder polka dots are fun with white jeans. Best on a larger bust and broader shoulder line. Runs a size big.
- MSGM Chiffon Panel T-Shirt Dress: An architectural dress that is best on a smaller bust. Works on a range of body types. Make sure you like the side view.
- IRO Eloaz Asymmetrical Draped Top: The drape on this Summer top is gorgeous, and you need to love grey to like it. It works on most body types, and can be paired with most bottoms.
- Longchamp Small Le Pliage Cuir - Chevron Top Handle Leather Tote: Sporty & Graphic Longchamp Fabness.
- SOSKEN Fil Utility Raincoat: A well-made Scandi anorak with an avant-garde vibe. Runs big and is supposed to look oversized. Good on Team Tall.
- LODIS LOS ANGELES Dominica Under Lock & Key RFID Leather Briefcase: Chic Briefcase Fabness.
- Via Spiga Kamille Block Heel Sandal: A chunky yet refined high block-heel sandal for regular volume feet. All the colours are nice. Moderately comfy.
- Eileen Fisher Kyra Sandal: A comfy and well-made sandal that works for higher volume feet. Dress them up or down. Lovely colours.
- VANELi Fabra Perforated Oxford Slip-On: A Modern Retro vibe for lower volume feet. Looks better in person and on the foot.
- Sole Society Oversize Faux Leather Tote: Pleather Tote Fabnes.
- Chloé Quincey Convertible Loafer: A maximal silver loafer for a low and regular volume foot. It's a very bright silver so consider yourself warned.
- MICHELE Deco Madison Diamond Dial Watch Case, 33mm x 35mm: Michelle watches are STUNNING, and this simple square shape is a classic.
- Halogen Emery Platform Espadrille Sandal: I find these impossible to walk in because the soles don't flex - AND they're awfully high. But I'm in the minority, so read the rave reviews. They look fun on the foot, and are quite well made. Their '70s vibe is appealing. Lots of fun colours.
- VANELi Calyx Block Heel Sandal: A simple T-strap sandal that comes in a range of widths. Loving that Modern Retro inset block heel. Read the rave reviews.
- Lucky Brand Print Top: A casual blouse that's more interesting and flattering than a tee. An easy throw-on-and-go.
- Pedro Garcia Jalila Ankle Strap Sandal: A repeat style that has made a number of my clients happy. The cream is as nice as the black. Very comfy, well made, and best on higher volume feet. Reasonably supportive.
Here’s the collection page if you would like to see the items alongside my descriptions.
