I'm a Picky Gen Z Editor, But These 34 On-Sale Nordstrom Items Passed My Test
All of the world's wonderful things are happening this week: Bridgerton season three is bingeable, the weather has entered summer territory in New York, and of course, Nordstrom is having a sale again. That's right. Our editors' favorite retailer is back to take over our closets thanks to the Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale. From now until June 2, shop major discounts on shoes, handbags, clothing, and beauty items. Some of our favorite brands—including Open Edit, Topshop, Jeffrey Campbell, Free People, and Madewell—are deeply discounted right now, meaning it's the perfect time to stock up on all of your favorites right before summer officially kicks off.
As a Gen Z editor, it's practically in my job description to find the cutest, most on-trend clothing without having to pay the equivalent of a mortgage on a Nordstrom haul. With all of my favorite brands being up for grabs, I took the liberty of scrolling through the Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale section to find the best Gen Z–approved items. You can thank me later.
Below, shop all of my favorite items, from ultra-viral mesh flats to classic linen pants. If you blow your entire paycheck in one go like I almost did, don't say I didn't warn you!
Run, don't walk, before the skirt I've gotten dozens of compliments on sells out.
All the cool girls in Copenhagen wear these striped pants.
Everyone needs a breezy shirt for the summer.
If you want to participate in the mesh-shoe trend while still remaining a bit classic, this toned-down black pair is perfect for you.
Running to add these to my cart before summer officially hits and they sell out.
Another great pair of denim I think you'd be silly to miss out on.
So easy with a pair of jeans and you favorite oversize blazer.
Madewell's incredible denim is on sale now, so it's the perfect time to stock up.
Ana Escalante is an award-winning journalist and Gen Z editor whose work ranges from dissecting size inclusivity at fashion week to discussing how American Girl Doll meme accounts are the the answer to society's collective spiral. She's covered it all: Copenhagen Fashion Week, Roe v. Wade frontline protests, and the re-branding of jorts, or, jean shorts for the uninitiated. At Who What Wear, Ana crafts sharp, irreverent features that speak to a digital-first generation, bringing her signature wit and unapologetic tone to long-form fashion and beauty content. If it’s smart, snarky, and a little unexpected, you'll probably find her name on it.
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