I'm a Former Nordstrom Buyer—This Is What You Won't Regret Buying From the Epic Winter Sale

The best Nordstrom items from the winter sale

(Image credit: @susie.wright)

Susie Wright, the mastermind behind So Susie, worked as a Nordstrom buyer for years. So, yes, it's safe to say that she's a Nordstrom shopping expert. On that note, the Nordstrom Winter Sale is officially here, and it's epic. We already shared a list of standout items but thought we'd dive further into the sale offering with must-have picks from Wright.

Below, you'll uncover the key categories Wright thinks you won't regret shopping, complete with her intel. Go on to shop on-sale knits, outerwear, denim, shoes, beauty picks, and so much more from Nordstrom.

Coats

The best Nordstrom items from the winter sale

(Image credit: @susie.wright)

"If you’re looking for one of the best investments for your closet, hands down it’s a coat. And finding one on sale is even better! I recommend classic colors like camel, gray, or black—you’ll have these for years. Depending on your climate, a wool or cashmere coat is always a good idea. Consider brands like Fleurette, Reiss, or Sam Edelman." — Wright

Shoes (Sneakers, Sandals, Boots)

The best Nordstrom items from the winter sale

(Image credit: @susie.wright)

"We all love shoes! Whether you’re looking for sandals, cool sneakers, or even boots, this is a key category that always sells out. Nordstrom has the best shoe sales, so this category is definitely one you want to stock up on." — Wright

Beauty Staples

"Everyone loves a good beauty find, and I noticed many sale picks that are worth a try. One of my favorite things to stock up on is beauty sets—they’re a great value, and you always get an extra item or two!"— Wright

Denim

The best Nordstrom items from the winter sale

(Image credit: @susie.wright)

"This might be the first category to check since there is lots of denim on sale. I believe every stylish outfit begins with a great pair of jeans! Be sure to scroll through this section. You’ll find all the styles that are trending in 2025—everything from wide-leg to flares to classic washes like gray, black, and faded denim." — Wright

Handbags

"There are many beautiful handbags on sale this season. Several of them are ones you can wear all year long, like a few by Tory Burch. Also, this is the time to grab a designer handbag on sale! Wear it mostly every day, and you'll get your value out of it."— Wright

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Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent 10 years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retailers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises.