If there’s one sale that has us setting calendar reminders, making coffee-fueled wishlists, and refreshing our browsers at midnight, it’s the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. This is not your typical end-of-season clearance. It’s a chance to grab brand-new fall arrivals at serious discounts before they go back to full price. Yes, before the season even starts.
Whether you’re a longtime Anniversary Sale shopper or it’s your first year diving in, this guide breaks down everything you need to know, how to shop early, how to access the best deals, and why this sale is so worth the hype.
What Is the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale?
Most sales happen at the end of a season. The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale flips the script and lets you shop next season’s staples like boots, sweaters, denim, beauty exclusives, and home finds at limited-time prices. These aren’t last season’s leftovers. They’re new arrivals that will go back up in price once the sale ends.
This is your golden window to stock up on quality pieces for fall and winter. It’s your chance to build a wardrobe you’ll actually be excited to wear when cooler temps roll in.
Key Dates and Shopping Tiers
Your shopping access is based on your Nordstrom cardholder status. The higher your status, the earlier you can shop, which definitely pays off when it comes to popular items that tend to sell out quickly.
Here’s how the timeline looks:
Icons get to shop: July 8–11
Ambassadors get to shop: July 9–11
Influencers get to shop: July 10–11
Everyone gets to shop: July 12–August 3
During Early Access, cardholders can shop the sale before it opens to the general public. If you’ve ever added something to your cart and watched it disappear within hours, you know how helpful that early access can be.
Why You’ll Want the Nordstrom Card
To put it simply, early access makes a big difference. Nordstrom cardholders get first pick, which is key if you have your heart set on a pair of boots, a Barefoot Dreams blanket, or that perfect blazer.
Plus, every purchase earns you Nordstrom Notes, which is basically free shopping money to use later. If you’re thinking about shopping this year, it’s worth applying for the card now so you’re ready when the sale opens to your tier.
Why This Sale is Worth It
This is one of those rare sales that’s actually worth planning ahead for. The prices are great, but even better is the chance to buy upcoming fall fashion before it hits regular price. From designer denim to tried-and-true basics, this is the moment to upgrade your wardrobe with items you’ll actually wear over and over again.
It’s also a great time to get a jump on early holiday gifts or grab those everyday beauty bundles that rarely go on sale.
What’s Coming Next
We’ll be sharing our top picks as soon as the lookbook is live. Expect curated finds across all categories, including cozy layers, transitional jackets, must-have denim, versatile accessories, and giftable beauty sets.
Be sure to check back soon. We’ll have a full look at everything we’re loving from the sale and what we think is worth scooping up first. Until then, grab your Nordstrom Card, start that wishlist, and get ready to shop like a pro.
Stay stylish,
Tiffany & Tegan
