
My aunt loves to shop. In her most extravagent years, she was known to splurge on investment pieces, from an Hermès bag to an extensive collection of designer shoes. Now that she’s in her 40s and a mom, she’s slowed down a bit. She still loves shopping, but she’s on a budget these days and always has an eye out for a sale worth shopping. With the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale going on, she texted me and asked me to shop it for her.
As I put together a list, I was mindful of prices while also knowing she’s incredibly stylish and has expensive taste. I’d describe her aesthetic as a little maximalist—unafraid of wearing bold colors and statement pieces. Wide-leg track pants and a beaded necklace feel very her. At the same time, I know she likes to get as much wear as possible out of everything she buys, so I made sure to include wardrobe staples, too.
I also had to send beauty options since she’s always excited to try new things. The first thing that came to mind was Byredo, which is one of her go-to fragrance brands. I also think she’d love Roz’s shampoo, Dr. Dennis Gross’s peel pads, and Make Up For Ever’s lip set.
Below, shop the clothing and beauty deals I’m recommending from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale before it ends on August 9.
Shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Clothing Deals
Reformation
Julien Wide Leg Poplin Pants
Levi’s
Ribcage High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
Treasure & Bond
Floral Jacquard Short Sleeve Wool & Cashmere Sweater
Caslon®
Cotton Poplin Button-Up Shirt
Vince
Tailored Longline Raincoat
Nordstrom
Crewneck Cashmere Sweater
Monica Vinader
Freedom Beaded Gemstone Necklace
Madewell
The Shopper Tote
TOM FORD
Jasmin 54mm Oval Sunglasses
BaubleBar
Jane Beaded Necklace
BP.
Crewneck Cotton Blend Cardigan
Nordstrom
Everyday Invisible Edge Tank
Caslon®
Seamed Stretch Ponte Flare Leg Pants
Nine West
Vancee Mary Jane Flat
Nordstrom
Long Sleeve Crewneck T-Shirt
COACH
Pebbled Crossbody Bag (nordstrom Exclusive)
Open Edit
Carmen Mule Pump
Dolce Vita
Cleo Pointed Toe Kitten Heel Mule
Sam Edelman
Faux Leather Anorak
Madewell
The Darted Utility Barrel Leg Jeans
Open Edit
Rib Knit Mock Neck Sweater
Vince
High V-Neck Short Sleeve Wool Sweater
Beauty Deals
Le Labo
Another 13 Eau De Parfum $230 Value
PHLUR
Vanilla Skin Forever Duo $138 Value
BYREDO
Bal D’afrique Eau De Parfum Set $415 Value
ROZ
Foundation Shampoo $95 Value
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare
Drx Spectralite Faceware Pro $455 Value
T3
Airebrush One-Step Smoothing and Volumizing Blow Dryer Brush
Make Up For Ever
Starlit Lip Set $51 Value
Tangle Teezer
Ultimate Hairbrush Duo $31.48 Value
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare
The Peel Vault Gift Set $249 Value






