Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026

In the same vein as Mariah during Christmas **cue vocal chords** IT'S TIIIIIIIIIIIIIME!!! **cue glitter tossed in glee** Now to KNOW ME is to know...yes, I love me some Nordies so for one of their BIGGEST sales of the year, just know I will partake. I save my nordy notes and gift cards throughout the year just for this very moment. My budget is typically $500 of my money in addition to but luckily this year...it's just THAT in notes, lol.

Due to moving this Summer, I have been decluttering over the past several months and downsizing my life and finances so the last thing I wanted to do was go overboard with this sale. I stuck to only the things I truly felt I needed but I did veer off with things NOT in the sale that i'll share in a separate post to follow this one so I don't prolong it, lol.

This double boob plaid blazer from Avec Les Filles (XL, $130) was the one I snatched SOON as the sale unlocked for Ambassadors. There's also a brown version of this I've added to my wishlist in case an extra $130 falls out the sky, lol but it's not priority because I wanted to veer towards blue vs the safe brown. What I love about this brand's jackets is how well the silhouette flatters the frame. I snatched the one last year (which almost didn't happen) and have worn it plenty of times with compliments EVERY time. I don't wear coats but these are good alternatives for me.

WHAT TIME IS IT???

Awwww YEA **cue 90's rap intro voice** Now THIS is what I knew I had to get without a doubt when I previewed the sale. I was already excited to see 12 PM Studios in Nordies a few months ago but to see a style I've been eyeing since last year make an appearance in the Nsale...HECK YEA!!! Let's gooooo!!! Now these have since SOLD OUT-for yall :P but Havana's are up next for me. I can appreciate this luxury brand with an affordable price because I mean...from the packaging to the box it comes in and even the case is exquisite and that's BEFORE you even get to the glasses!

Now while I'm here with some black owned brands, my other MUST HAVE was a favorite I'm happy to add to my growing collection from SPGBK Watches. Now cross your fingers they'll answer my prayers to collab with me for a polka dot version-I'm open to receiving my blessings :D

My favorite colors are red and pink but I kept putting this one off because it was only offered in a bigger face. This size was perfect and the price was right for $60. The gold accents gives it a cute wink and I can't wait to zoosh this up with some bangles.

I fear I am in my loafer era and I don't know if Mom Jokes shall follow or even a mini van but I think these are dressed up versions of sneakers for old men. I love a little menswear cosplay and wanted to take a gander but wasn't sure which one to choose. The Nordstrom Sylvie's ($70) initially appealed to me until I seen the Gentle Souls ($130) which I knew would be more comfy esp as advertised to be a driving loafer. So which one did I get?

I went with the Sophie's (Size 9) in Mushroom Suede because I wanted a taupe shade and the tassles give it some flare. I opted these vs the other ones because I didn't wanna be stuck with matching the hardware to my accessories. The beauty of a cool tone taupe is how it can interchange between silver and gold. I plan to wear these with my blue n white strip shirts and anything navy blue because this taupe is a perfect neutral shade. Also..did yall know Kenneth Cole was behind this brand? I didn't-learn something new everyday! I also chose these despite it being more because being comfy is top priority for my feet and the cushion inside is love along with not rubbing the back of my feet.

Now those were all the things I knew I HAD to have if nothing else and I'm very satisfied with those grabs because I know they'll get put to use. They were worth the Nordy Notes and then some. I also got Mason some Polo tshirts (M, $36) which I do every year since he likes those; and to be honest, the men's section had a better sale than women's side!

These H&M crease leg barrel trousers (Size 18, $27) were secondary for me becuz it's not like a major save, lol. I only got them for the print, barrel style and casual wear. I was torn between sizes so went UP for length but even at full price, I'd get them! Now just when I thought I was done...I got a surprise surpriiiiiise!! I was lingering on IG and another Nsale shopper @sunsetandstilettos on IG suggested this set was better than the polo sweats and I just so happen to toss 'em in the mix before the sale opened to EVERYONE!! Welp...glad I did because little did I know it was a HOT ITEM.

Now BayBEEEEE!!! This set is by far one of the best and surprising finds of the bunch. I am new to this brand and to be introduced in such a way is like WELCOME HOME!! I plan on wearing this set like a uniform, lol. You will see me lounging in these pants, running errands in the whole outfit and I'm sure walking at my leisure in the afternoons once it gets cooler becuz this is a workhorse that can do it ALL. The utility jacket is SOLD OUT in all colors and when they do come back in stock it's smaller sizes and you gotta be QUICK. The soft luxe pants (XXL, $55) is still available and I went up a size for length and contemplating another color for backup.

This concludes my roundup of my wishlist coming to life during the sale. I'm well over shopping at this point and semi-done. The prices go up 10 August so there's nothing I need but you know how you window shop and feel the "need" to get something. Trust me I'm fighting the urge!!

Also...I've paired my voicenotes to compliment the post. Kudos to Carla for giving me the idea so she can listen to me on her way to work, lol. This will also give me some practice to use my voice more often. Let me know how you like it in the comments :)