50+ Must-Have Items from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2021
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This post is going to show you the 21 must-have items from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2021. We are talking about what the sale is, the dates it runs, and how you can snag these items before it’s too late.
It’s that time of year again…it’s the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2021! This year has such amazing items and we are here to give you a sneak peek before the sale has even started. This year, so many amazing items have been marked down and we can’t wait to show you some of our favorites!
What is the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2021?
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is a on-time-a-year event. It’s the biggest sale Nordstrom has where they release brand new items at a discount and have some of their best-selling items on sale. It’s an event you certainly don’t want to miss out on, because the savings are huge!
How long does the sale last?
For most shoppers, the sale will only last 12 days. The sale begins on July 28, 2021 and ends August 8, 2021. If you have early access, the sale prices can last up to a month (see below for details on “early access”).
What does “Early Access” mean?
If you have “early access” to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, that means you have a registered Nordstrom Card (all card levels apply). If you want to participate in the early access, you have to register and be approved for a Nordstrom credit card.
Early Access has different tiers depending on your card level status:
+ Icon Status: sale begins July 12
+ Ambassador Status: sale begins July 14
+ Influencer Status: sale begins July 16
Now that you know a little bit about the sale and what to expect, it’s time to show you some of our favorite items from the sale!
Must-Have Items from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2021
Nordstrom Women’s Clothing
Outerwear for Her:
We haven’t met a jacket that we didn’t like! We are absolutely obsessed with outerwear that it may be a problem!! But the great thing about outerwear is that it can take a simple outfit to the NEXT LEVEL!! Here are some of our Nordstrom Anniversary outerwear finds.
Northface Cragmont Hooded Fleece Coat ($179.00 $134.90)
Okay Y’all! We have had our eye on this since coat last year! It is adorable and included in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale!!!
Northface Pardee Water Repellent Heatseeker™ Insulated Jacket
I know it’s hard to look at coats in the middle of summer, but honestly, now is the time to buy coats because there are some great deals out there! This Northface Coat is lightweight, insulating and made with water repellant technology to take on any outdoor adventure while stying warm and dry.
Treasure and Bond Long Wool Shirt Jacket ($149.00 $98.90)
This stylish casual jacket makes a statement on it’s own! Pair it with a tee, a pair of jeans and sneakers.
Levi’s Women’s Faux Leather Moto Jacket ($150 $74.90)
Leather jackets are a classic and we are so happy that this affordable leather jacket is apart of the Norstrom Anniversary Sale! Leather Jackets can be pricey but are worth the investment because they never go out of style. LUCKY for you, this one is on SALE!
Sam Edelman Double Breasted Wool Blend Coat ($320.00 $149.90)
This elegant, yet casual coat is quite a steal! It is more than 50% off! Snag this coat for the fool fall weather coming in the next couple months! Perfect for a cool night outing.
Bernardo Animal Print Coat
Free People Moonchild Denim Shirt Jacket ($128 $79.90 )
We can just envision wearing this jacket in the fall while going for a coffee run. It’s edgy, but can be paired with more classic pieces to create a look more put together look.
Vero Moda Simoneloa Quilted Shirt Jacket ( $75.00 $49.90 )
This jacket is such a classic look! The color is neutral and can be worn with just about any outfit.
Classics for Women:
Caslon Rounded V-neck Shirt:
Looking for a simple v-neck. During the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2021, this item is listed at just $12.90. Now’s the time to stock up on the classics. Pair this with your favorite pair of jeans or dress it up with a mini skirt and blazer for a night out.
Nordstorm Boyfriend Flannel Blazer ($119 $69.90 )
This oversized tailor blazer is a beautiful fit that can be work at work with tailored pants and simple tee. Take it for a night out and pair it with jean shorts, a belt and a tee with some cute heels.
Dresses for Her
Treasure and Bond Rib Cut Out Cotton Stretch Midi Dress ($59 $38.90)
This tight fitting ribbed dress is so cute for an afternoon out with friends or on a date. Our favorite part about this dress is the back cut out!
Club Monaco Twansia Stripe Side Twist Dress ($129.50 $74.90)
We love the side tie on this dress because it adds a little more interest to a casual t-shirt dress.
Rails Jasmine Animal Print Long Sleeve Mini Dress ($198 129.90)
his black snakeskin long sleeve dress is a looser and flowy fit and smocked at the waist. Dress is up with a striped heal or dress it down with sneakers. This style is very “in” right now, so grab this steal of a deal during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.
Fraiche By J Tie Front Long Sleeve Dress ($98 $59.90)
This dress is absolutely adorable! We love the tie at the waist and the ribbed fabric used for the dress. Comfort is key, and with this dress, comfort can be stylish!
Halogen Crinkle Chiffon Shirtdress ($99 $64.90)
This dress just screams confidence. The bold pattern and bright red can make a statement in any room you walk into! The design is absolutely gorgeous, flowy and flattering.
French Connection Long Sleeve Faux Leather Shirtdress ($188 $112.90)
We LOVE this faux leather shirt dress!! It’s adds edge to a classic design of the shirt dress.
Maggy London Floral Print Smocked Midi Dress ($158 $93.90)
This long patterned smocked dress is absolutely adorable. The light colors and flowy-ness of the dress create a flattering and flirty fit.
Blouses for Her:
Cece Embroidered Floral Puff Sleeve Blouse ($89.00 $58.90 )
This blouse is so gorgeous. The flower detail and higher collar adds a beautiful feminine touch.
Wayf Women’s Fairport Ruffle V-Neck Blouse ($72 $49.90)
Cheetah print is a must when it comes to our wardrobe. This is a perfect shirt to wear with high waisted shorts in the summer or jeans in the fall!
Open Edit Smocked Puff Sleeve Top ($49.00 $29.90)
Do you love off-the-shoulder tops? If you do, this top is perfect. It has. a gorgeous peplum style with puffed sleeves. Such a high fashion look for an affordable price.
Vince Camuto Print Georgette Blouse ($79 $49.90)
Mock necks always elevate any look you are trying to achieve. We love the drop sleeves on this top. It’s modern and fresh for summer or a warmer fall day!
Jeans for Her:
BDG Urban Outfitters Patchwork High Waist Straight Leg Jeans ($78 $45.90 )
Black jeans meet cargo pants. We are obsessed with these pants! Grab a pair while you can!
BLANKNYC Baxter Super High Waist Ribbed Raw Hem Straight Leg Jeans ($98 $54.90)
A great pair of high waisted light wash jeans are perfect to wear on a summer night and into the fall and winter. These jeans are perfect for wearing across seasons.
Levi’s Ribcage Ribbed High Waist Ankle Straight Leg Jeans ($108 $71.90)
These are another great pear of jeans. Honestly, you can’t ever go wrong with a pair of Levi jeans! They last forever!
Paige Sarah Slim Fit Crew Hem Straight Leg Jeans ($229 $149.90)
If you’re looking for a more fitted pair of jeans, these are a great option! They are a medium wash and high waisted, so they are flattering on every body type!
Nordstrom Women’s Loungewear + Activewear
Women’s Lounge Wear
Moonlight Short Pajamas ($49 $29.90)
This pajama set is made with soft and light weight fabric and comes in 5 different colors. One for each day of the week right?!
Alo Cover Tank ($54 $34.90)
This adorable All Cover Tank is a steal! $20 off the original price during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2021 perfect for a lounge day around the house or running errands in town. The faux wrap detail is so cute! Wear this top with high waisted leggings or joggers.
BLANKNYC Women’s Pocket Crop Joggers ($68 $44.90)
These cropped joggers are 100% cotton and have a relaxed look to them. They come in two colors – Espresso Martini and Morning Zen green.
Caslon Sweater Hoodie ($59 $38.90)
This cotton-polyester blend hoodie just looks so comfortable and allows for the perfect amount of stretch for a comforting fit.
Hacci Rib Lounge Top ($39 $24.90)
This super soft ribbed lounge top is loose and flows and perfect for a lazy weekend morning or a relaxing night in watching movies.
Madewell Classic Sweatpants ($69.50 $45.90)
These sweat pants have a super classic design, made with breathable fabric. They’re perfect everyday lounging or grocery run.
Women’s Active Wear:
Zella Live In High Waist Leggings ($59 $38.90)
These leggings are stretchy and sculpting. Perfect for any workout or relaxing day at the house.
Alo High Waist Biker Shorts ($56 $36.90)
These are perfect for crushing a workout in the warmer weather or taking a run to your local coffee shop for an early morning coffee. These shorts are made with Alo’s Airbrush sculpting fabric to ensure you can move and stretch.
Beyond Yoga Caught in the Midi High Waist Leggings ($97 $62.90)
Calling All Yogi’s (or just anyone looking for some comfortable and stylish leggings)! These Beyond Yoga leggings are made with stretchy, moisture-wicking fabric that will stay in place your whole workout!
Complete the set with the Space Dye Square Neck Crop Tank:
Sweaty Betty Easy Peazy Tank Top ($48 29.90)
This high-low sweaty Betty tank is lightweight, flowey and hits right below the waist. It is made with super comfortable fabric and flattering for any body type.
IVL Cross Back Sports Bra ($68.00 44.90)
This sport’s bra is so cute it could double as a workout top. Pair with a some black high waisted leggings to crush your workouts.
Nordstrom Women’s Shoes + Accessories
ON Cloudflow Running Shoes
These shoes are great for running and training. Not to mention, the pastel colors are adorable!
Court Vintage Nike Premium Sneaker
A sneaker can’t get much cuter than this. We love the vintage take on this nike shoe. It sure is one of a kind and $20 off!!
Padmia Chelsea Boot
Chelsea boots are our weakness, and this one is no exception. It’s a little punky, but still classic. With fall just around the corner, these would look so cute with some straight line jeans and a chunky knit sweater.
Old Skool Platform Sneaker
These Vans are so cute, and remind us of our angsty middle school days (lol). We would totally rock these now a days!
Cozette Genuine Shearling Slipper
These UGG slippers are so cozy and adorable! They come in so many cute colors, but these grey ones are our favorite. They are $30 off —what a steal!
Rebecca Minkoff Covered Buckle Leather Belt
A black belt is a staple to have. It goes with everything. It’s easy to style and looks cute wrapped around the waistline of jeans or to synch around a dress.
Initial Pendant Necklace
How gorgeous is this initial pendant necklace? We love a beautiful gold necklace and this one is so sweet.
Set of 2 Polished & Pavé Hoop Earrings
Do you have a double piercing or love a good gold hoop? A dainty gold hoop is a staple we have in our wardrobe at all times. We love how you can pair these with each other for a stylish double-hoop look!
Sunset Hair Tie Set
These hair ties are are super adorable! They add a touch of personality in your hair. Whether you are using them to pull your hair back for a workout or for a workday, you won’t be disappointed in their ability to hold your hair.
Sweaty Betty All Sport 2.0 Backpack
This backpack is perfect for carrying to the gym, the coffee shop or on the train. It has so much room to pack all your essentials + more!
Kurt Geiger London: Kensington Leather Crossbody Bag
This bag is absolutely gorgeous! We love the tan leather and the diagonal sticking detail. It’s the perfect crossbody bag to carry your chapstick, compact wallet, and phone.
Nordstrom Women’s Beauty Products
ExfoliKate® Cleanser Daily Foaming Wash
Kate Somerville products are some of the best out there! We have used Kate Somerville’s ExfoliKate for several years now. Her products are incredible and rarely on sale, so snag this while you can!
Midnight Recovery Concentrate Face Oil
This is one of Mckenzie’s favorite face oils to use. We’ve gotten many samples of it over the years, but seeing that it’s on sale, it’s quite a steal. This truly works wonders over night!
ExfoliKate® Intensive Exfoliating Treatment
Remember when we mentioned this above? Well its ALSO on sale! It is a bit pricy, but it is so worth it! Your skin feels like a baby afterwards, and it provides your skin with a healthy glow!
Ginger Soufflé Whipped Body Cream
We grew up obsessed with this scent. Our mom wore it every day, and we would always try to sneak a little. It’s the most refreshing, yet rich scent we’ve ever smelled! If you don’t buy anything else, you HAVE to try this one!
Suncare Home & Away 3-Pack Classic Body Sunscreen Spray Piña Colada SPF 30
THIS IS A STEAL! We are obsessed with Coola Sunscreen and are honestly so shocked at the price of this 3-pack of spray sunscreen. It’s perfect to have for a beach trip! You won’t find this deal anywhere else!
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Full Size Super Dry Shampoo & Detox Shampoo Set
Ouai is our favorite hair care brand. We use this detoxifying shampoo and are obsessed! This duo is worth it!
The Double Shot Round Blow-Dryer Brush Set
This is a deal you can’t pass up if you’re looking for a volumizer brush! The blow dryer brush alone is normally $150, but now you can get the brush plus these 4 products to protect your hair from the heat.
Full Size Extra Lip Tint Sheer Tinted Lip Balm Set
Looking for the perfect lip tint for summer? These Bobbi Brown lip tints are gorgeous! They come in shades Bare Pink and Bare Raspberry.
Lash Enhancing Serum Duo
Nearly $100 off, this lash enhancing serum is will condition and strength lashes to look more luxurious than ever!
Laura Mercier Setting Powder
This is not a drill! This infamous setting powder is $30 off! Now is your chance to grab one or two while you can!
That’s all for this roundup of 50+ must have items from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2021! Happy shopping!
Let us know in the comments: What’s your favorite items from the list?
