
If you’re a frequent Who What Wear reader, then you’re probably aware of my love for Nordstrom. It is no secret. Simply put, Nordstrom is my go-to for everything. That holds a lot of weight for someone who shops for a living. Of everything in my closet with a Nordstrom origin, the three items I shop for most are basic tops, jeans, and flats. As luck would have it, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026 is set to start on July 18, and unsurprisingly, I’ve already browsed the sale preview and know exactly what I’ll be adding to my cart.
Coming up are the best basic tops, jeans, and flats from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. Once again, thanks to the preview, we already know coveted brands are included in the deals: Reformation, Levi’s, Madewell, Frame, and Margaux, to name a few. Scroll on to shop classic crewneck tees, Parisian-chic slim-straight jeans, and woven flats.
Shop Editor-Approved Basic Tops, Jeans, and Flats From the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026
Basic Tops
Don’t sleep on Nordstrom basics. Its in-house brands are consistently serving up cotton, cashmere, and satin staples, like Nordstrom’s Pima Cotton Blend Crewneck T-Shirt, its Crewneck Cashmere Sweater, and Open Edit’s Lace Trim Satin Camisole. All are editor approved, waiting to be added to your cart. The best part? They’ll all be on sale starting July 18. Shop more Nordstrom basic tops below.
Open Edit
Lace Trim Satin Camisole
COS
Gathered Cotton Peplum Top
Joe’s
Stripe Long Sleeve Cotton T-Shirt
Caslon
Cotton Poplin Button-Up Shirt
Nordstrom
Relaxed Fit Pima Cotton Crewneck T-Shirt
COS
Cotton Long-Sleeved T-Shirt
Nordstrom
Crewneck Cashmere Sweater
COS
Merino Wool V-Neck Sweater
Nordstrom
Pima Cotton Blend Crewneck T-Shirt
Nordstrom
Short Sleeve Cashmere Sweater
Madewell
Oversize Pullover Sweater
Jeans
My denim collection is extensive. With over 13 pairs of jeans, I’ve affectionately dubbed myself a denim devotee, which is why I’m excited about the upcoming Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. The denim selection is a dream. The preview shows editor-loved brands like Levi’s, Rag & Bone, and Madewell will be included, and the styles will range from baggy wide-leg jeans to slim-straight silhouettes. Ahead, shop the 11 styles I’ve got my eye on.
rag & bone
Harlow Mid Rise Straight Leg Ankle Length Jeans
AG
Ex-Boyfriend Mid Rise Slouchy Slim Jeans
Levi’s
Ribcage High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
Reformation
Cary Slouchy High Rise Wide Leg Jeans
KUT from the Kloth
Kit High Waist Ankle Baggy Straight Leg Jeans
Madewell
The Perfect Vintage High Waist Wide Leg Jeans
BP
Low Rise Baggy Wide Leg Jeans
FRAME
Le Slim Palazzo Low Rise Wide Leg Jeans
Rails
Del Mar Boyfriend Jeans
Levi’s
Ribcage High Waist Wide Leg Jeans
Wit & Wisdom
Sam High Waist Wide Leg Jeans
Flats
I hate to break flats in, but I love to style them with a knee-length skirt. From designer-looking ruched loafers to statement suede ballet flats, Nordstrom’s flats selection is always on my list to browse. Any of the styles below will find their way into your shoe rotation—just like that.
Vince
Tristan Moc Toe Loafer
Nordstrom
Maddox Mesh Flat
Flabelus X Nordstrom
Animal Print Ballet Flat
Vince
Olivette Ballet Flat
Franco Sarto
Rosalee Ballet Flat
Steve Madden
Rixy Metal Crescent Mule
Dolce Vita
Mycah Wovan Flat
MARGAUX
The Woven Paz Flat
Mansur Gavriel
Glove Mary Jane Flat
Vince
Barcelona Jelly Cage Mule
Franco Sarto
Oriel Ballet Flat









