With just a few days left to shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, time is kiiinda running out to score rare discounts on buzzy beauty products, cozy home upgrades, and pre-fall fashion essentials. My recommendation? Before the sale ends, treat yourself to a cute new handbag (or two)—after all, they're up to 47% off.
I can always count on Nordstrom to deliver some serious steals on arm candy, and this sale is no different. I spotted everything from a gorg Anine Bing shoulder bag to a practical carry-on spinner from TikTok's trendiest travel brand, Béis. To no one's surprise, deals on coveted labels like Coach and Madewell are selling out fast—I saw three styles disappear in the time it took me to write this article. What's more, the sale ends on Sunday, August 3 so you're running out of time to score the chicest accessories of the season on sale.
Bags under $200
You don't need to spend a small fortune to upgrade your handbag collection. Case in point: I found all of these adorable purses on sale at Nordstrom for $200 or less. Embrace luxury with buttery soft leather picks from AllSaints and Marc Jacobs, or score this cutie little clutch that feels very reminiscent of a designer style but for under $80—your wallet will thank me later.
Fall bags
AllSaints Perez Leather Shoulder Tote
Marc Jacobs The Dual Mini Crescent Leather Shoulder Bag
NAGHEDI St. Barths Petit Tote
You'll be able to wear these fall fashion staples for years to come—they're luxe, functional, and come in the perf earthy tones. This suede-wrapped tote from Allsaints and pebbled leather version from Coach are worthy investments for the office and beyond. But if you're looking for a night-out pick, I'd go with Marc Jacobs shoulder bag that's 47% off (!!!). This is one of those deals that will keep you up at night if you don't snag it now. You don't want to live with that regret, do you?
Travel bags
Béis The 22-Inch Expandable Carry-On Roller
Need some last-minute luggage for all your fabulous end-of-summer plans? This 22-inch Béis roller is the best investment. It will last you forevs and fits sooo much more than you'd guess—aka it's ideal for over-packers. Or, hop on the fanny pack bandwagon (but in a chic way) with this leather belt bag from AllSaints. It's a hands-free way to organize your passport, headphones, and other essentials, and it's under $100 right now.
Wallets and accessories
Marc Jacobs Sequin Daisy Denim Dual Chain Wallet
If you're still carrying around the same Vera Bradley wristlet from 2013 (no judgment!), now is a great time to finally upgrade. This wallet on a chain from Marc Jacobs doubles a going-out bag and AllSaints' buttery-smooth leather style feels rich—but will run ya just $46. Although you won't find a Labubu among Nordstrom's sale inventory (tragic), Maison de Sabre offers a more elevated take on the trend with leather fruit accessories, like this summery tomato bag charm, that will even hold your AirTag.
Lauren Gruber is an associate commerce editor at Hearst Magazines, where she writes for publications like Good Housekeeping, Cosmopolitan, Prevention, Country Living, House Beautiful, and more. She has over four years of professional experience covering a variety of lifestyle topics from home to fashion, with an advanced background in beauty and fragrance. When she’s not researching the most worthy Prime Day deals or hands-on testing all the latest perfume launches, Lauren is probably hanging out with her cat Serafina or flexing her AMC A-List membership at the movie theater.
You can find her previous work at Entertainment Tonight, Shop TODAY, USA Today, Self Magazine, L’Officiel USA, V Magazine, and Modern Luxury Media.
Megan Schaltegger is an NYC-based writer. She loves strong coffee, eating her way through the Manhattan food scene, and her dog, Murray. She promises not to talk about herself in third person IRL.
