With warm weather in full swing, it’s the perfect time to have fun with fashion and embrace new summer trends. Thankfully, Nordstrom is making that even easier for fashion lovers with its annual and much-anticipated Anniversary Sale.
From July 15th to the 31st, shoppers can buy brand new items at limited-time low prices both in-store and online. Featured brands include Rag & Bone, Hugo Boss and Charlotte Tilbury along with a few new additions like Mini Boden and Naked Wardrobe. Items will be available for men, women and kids under every category including beauty (special shout-out to our Estee Lauder and MAC lovers). They even have stylists on the floor available to offer quick and free fashion advice and help you build out a whole new wardrobe.
Along with the sale, Nordstrom will also host an in-store daily happy hour from 2:30-5:00 p.m. from July 14th to the 31st, which will include a menu of drinks and light bites at specialty pricing in their various locations. They’ll also host 18 days of beauty events both in-store and online; on July 16th will be an in-store celebration of all-things beauty featuring special offers, gifts with purchase, samples and makeup tutorials.
Ready to start shopping and elevate your summer wardrobe? We chatted with Stefanie Lowe, an in-house stylist at Nordstrom, for her take on this season’s hottest trends plus easy tips on how to make them your own.
Cut-outs
From tops and dresses to shoes, cut-outs are all the rage this summer. Whether you’d like to rock an open back, an exposed side or a cheekier stomach reveal (show off those abs), you can make this trend your own by looking for cut-out pieces that you feel confident in.
“We’re seeing cut-outs on the back, the side, the neckline, the shoulder, even on shoes and activewear. It’s super fun,” says Lowe. “My tip? Keep your accessories minimal and let the cut-out do the talking. Keep everything super simple, down to your hair and makeup.”
Patterns + Textures
Summer is the perfect time to make bolder fashion choices and this season, it’s all about vivid patterns and textured pieces. Luckily for you, the one-of-a-kind Nordstrom Anniversary Sale features a wide variety of vibrant pieces that you can mix and match into eye-catching looks.
“We’re seeing lots of texture and loud prints shine through; think faux leather or more retro patterns,” says Lowe. “You can dive in loudly with bold matching sets, or you can make a nod to this trend by incorporating single pieces into your look. Either way, being bold is an absolute must. Don’t be afraid to take risks, then you can accept all the compliments.”
So, go for a loudly patterned dress or jumpsuit or a certain texture from head to toe (hello, faux leather matching set), or you can pair a bolder piece with some denim and break it up.
White Shoes
Whether it’s sneakers, booties or a pair of pumps, white shoes are a staple in a summer wardrobe (and beyond if styled correctly). They’re the easiest way to tie together a look and have the power to fully dress it both up or down.
“Nothing screams fresh like a pair of white shoes. My two favourite choices are a white sneaker and a white cowboy boot,” says Lowe. “For an effortless look, wear your white sneakers with your dresses and trousers this summer. For a statement, rock a monochromatic look, pairing your white shoes with an all-white outfit.”
Denim
Skinny jeans are *finally* a thing of the past and now, there’s so much more room to play in the denim category, especially during the summertime. Whether you like a boot cut, flare, straight or a wide leg, these different cuts of denim are so versatile when it comes to styling different looks.
“Updating your denim for the season is the number one way to stay on-trend,” says Lowe. “I love styling straight leg denim with an oversized poplin shirt, either worn open over a tank or with a half tuck.”
Summer Suits
As we make our way back to the office, it’s the perfect time to level up your summer work looks and find the perfect office-friendly pieces that can transition into happy hour without a hitch. The key is to stay light and breezy. For both men and women, find suits and blazers made with lighter materials and colours for both summer and fall.
“I love a matching set. We are seeing a relaxed suit vibe all over street style. Consider a pleated trouser short with a relaxed shirt, blazer or even vest,” says Lowe. “Mix up these statement pieces with sneakers for a more unexpected approach to everyday dressing.”
Accessories Galore
Finally, the key to tying any look together is accessorizing. From sunglasses and jewellery to luxe timepieces and handbags, take advantage of The Anniversary Sale by looking for both summer statement pieces and more timeless accessories that you’ll be able to wear season after season.
“Sunglasses complete a look. What’s trending are geometric shapes—think hexagonal, rectangular or even square,” says Lowe. “Embrace the revival of nostalgic fashion with your accessories as well, and add a straw or trinket bag to your look.”
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where shoppers can enjoy free sips and sweets.
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is happening from July 15th-31st, where shoppers can buy brand new items at limited-time low prices. Some of the featured brands at the sale include Rag & Bone, Hugo Boss, Charlotte Tilbury, Mini Boden, and Naked Wardrobe. The sale items will be available for men, women, and kids under every category, including beauty. There will be stylists available at the sale to offer quick and free fashion advice and help shoppers build out whole new wardrobes. Along with the sale, there will be an in-store daily happy hour from 2:30-5:00 p.m. where shoppers can enjoy free sips and sweets. The Nordstrom department store will be having a special event from July 14th to 31st which will include a menu of drinks and light bites at specialty pricing in their various locations. They will also host 18 days of beauty events both in-store and online. On July 16th, there will be an in-store celebration of all-things beauty featuring special offers, gifts with purchase, samples and makeup tutorials. Stefanie Lowe, an in-house stylist at Nordstrom, gave her take on this season’s hottest trends and easy tips on how to make them your own. Cut-outs are all the rage this summer and can be found on tops, dresses and shoes. Whether you want an open back, exposed side, or more stomach reveal, you can make the trend your own by finding pieces with cut-outs that make you feel confident. Accessories should be kept minimal to let the cut-outs be the star of the show. This summer is all about mixing and matching eye-catching pieces with bold patterns and textures. The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is a great place to find these types of items. You can go for a complete matching set for a head-to-toe look, or you can tone it down by wearing a single piece with some denim. Either way, being bold is a must. Don’t be afraid to take risks, then you can accept all the compliments.” If you’re not a fan of dresses or denim, then a summer suit is the way to go.
“There are two types of shoes I always pack for a summer trip: a white sneaker and a white cowboy boot,” says Lowe. “For an effortless look, wear your white sneakers with your dresses and trousers this summer. For a statement, rock a monochromatic look, pairing your white shoes with an all-white outfit.”
“One way to stay on-trend this summer is to update your denim wardrobe,” says Lowe. “I love styling straight leg denim with an oversized poplin shirt, either worn open over a tank or with a half tuck.”
Another great summer option for those who don’t love dresses or denim is a summer suit. “As we make our way back to the office after summer break, it’s the perfect time to upgrade your work wardrobe with pieces that can transition into happy hour without a hitch. The key is to stay light and breezy.For both men and women, look for suits and blazers made with lighter materials and colours that work for summer and fall.
I love a matching set. We are seeing a relaxed suit vibe all over street style. Consider a pleated trouser short with a relaxed shirt, blazer or even vest,” says Lowe. “Mix up these statement pieces with sneakers for a more unexpected approach to everyday dressing.”
Finally, the key to tying any look together is accessorizing. Choose accessories that make a statement and elevate your look.” Shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale for trendy and timeless pieces. Statement sunglasses in geometric shapes are on-trend, as are straw and trinket bags.
