Nordstrom's Half-Yearly Sale Is Live—Here's What Our Deals Writer Recommends Buying

Forbes

21-05-2025

Nordstrom's Half-Yearly Sale is finally here. Now until June 1, you can save on thousands of items across Nordstrom, such as designer favorites, summer essentials and footwear. The event, which is essentially Nordstrom's Memorial Day sale, also includes deals like 25% off Hoka sneakers and 20% off Dyson hair tools.
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While Nordstrom's Half-Yearly Sale is typically a smaller affair than the summer Anniversary Sale, it still offers plenty of discounts across all its shopping categories. Now is the perfect opportunity to do your summer shopping and get last year's winter styles at even lower prices. To help you determine the best deals during the Half-Yearly Sale, we compiled a list of editor-approved and top-rated items that are all at least 20% off. For more ways to save at the department store, check out our list of Nordstrom promo codes.
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'Frame makes some of my favorite jeans, not only because they're incredibly flattering, but because they feel like sweatpants,' says deals and coupons writer Bianca Alvarez. 'Unlike other alternatives, these lightweight pants feel soft and stretchy from the first wear and only get softer over time.'
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You'll reach for these pants for various occasions year-round, from work meetings in the winter to outdoor summer dinners with friends. Made of microfiber fabric, these trousers remain creaseless and wrinkle-free. They also help you stay dry and smelling fresh, thanks to quick-drying, anti-odor technology.
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If you want zhuzh up your wardrobe essentials, Open Edit has many great basic tops on sale, including this t-shirt. Reviewers appreciate that it blurs the line between casual and dressy since it has a cotton collar finish but a satin body.
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Take up to 55% off this sun-protected top that comes in 12 colorways—including a handful of neutral options. The style features a stretchy, moisture-wicking and antimicrobial fabric so you can easily move around while staying dry.
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Linen pants are a summer staple because the breezy material helps keep you stay cool even in hot temperatures. These high-waisted pull-on pants come in four colors and have an elastic waistband and pockets large enough to fit your phone. Nordstrom recommends sizing down though, since these tend to run large.
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Alvarez loves wearing these breathable APL sneakers for a variety of workouts. 'They have the right balance between being so cushioned that I can walk and run for miles without my feet aching, but also feel stable enough to do strength training without losing my balance,' she says. Plus, they're easy to clean and durable, so they look and feel brand new even after repeated wear.
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After testing multiple Hoka shoes for hundreds of miles, our gear team named these the best Hoka sneakers for stability. The Arahi 7 helps comfortably align and stabilize your feet to support muscle engagement and prevent your feet from collapsing inward. Our team also likes that this pair is lighter and leaner than other stabilizing shoes.
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Rothy's makes some of the best work flats, and this pair is one of our favorites. Lifestyle editor Katherine Louie gives them high marks for being soft, flexible and machine washable. The timeless shoes have heel-to-toe cushioning in the insoles, a spacious toe box and knit uppers to hold and smooth their shape.
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Consider these Cole Haan shoes if you want a new pair of loafers that can be dressed up or down. Reviewers say they enjoy their style and quality, but are mainly impressed with how comfortable they are from day one.
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Wear and style this leather bag as a crossbody (with the help of its adjustable straps) or carry it around in your hand. The Italian structured purse has an interior pocket for organization, a flat base for stability and a magnetic-snap flap closure to keep your belongings secure.
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Keep your cards organized in this sleek and slim cardholder. The Italian-crafted case, made of palmellato leather, has a center pocket and six card slots with three on each side.
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'I always buy Quay sunglasses when they're on sale because they consistently have the chicest styles,' says Alvarez. 'They're also extremely durable and never get scratches, come loose or break.' These square sunglasses have 53 millimeter gradient lenses, and their polished frame has a subtle gold accent. 'That little detail helps elevate their look and make them more luxe,' she says.
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The Dyson Airstrait does the job of drying all hair types while simultaneously straightening—without the use of traditional hot plates. This styling tool helps lower the risk of heat damage, minimizes frizz and reduces the time spent doing your hair. It has a mode selector (for wet or dry hair), a cool shot button (to hold styles), an airflow setting and three temperature options.
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This foundation, which has medium-to-full coverage, protects your skin from unwanted sun damage. It uses a combination of skincare ingredients to moisturize and nourish the skin while achieving a glowing and illuminating finish. The foundation is available in 37 shades with varying undertones to suit multiple skin tones.
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Simplify your morning skincare routine with this hybrid product that combines a moisturizer and sunscreen into one. The rich, hydrating cream helps plump the skin, improve firmness and reduce the appearance of fine lines. Reviewers say it's effective after consistent use, but also provides immediate effects, including a refreshing feel and dewy complexion.
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This 2-in-1 eyeshadow stick allows you to easily apply eye makeup and create a cohesive look with just this one product. The creamy, buildable formula is easy to blend and once on, it can stay creaseless for up to 24 hours. The stick is available in six duos, each with a matte shade and a complementary shimmer shade.
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'Briogeo's Don't Despair, Repair line is one of my absolute favorites and a big contributor in getting my dry, dull and damaged back to a healthy place,' says Alvarez. In this trio, you'll find a sulfate-free shampoo, a deep conditioning hair mask and a leave-in treatment. The products will work together to strengthen, moisturize and repair your hair in and out of the shower.
Nordstrom's Half-Yearly Sale is a bi-annual event that usually happens once in the spring and then again in the fall. In the past, the sale has included discounts across just about every category Nordstrom carries.
Nordstrom's Half Year-Yearly sale starts May 21 and runs through June 1. You can expect the next sale to start in December.
Nordstrom's biggest sale of the year is its Anniversary Sale. The annual event is similar to its Half-Yearly Sales, but the discounts are typically steeper and include more new arrivals as well as discounts on upcoming seasonal items, like winter coats. There's also an early access period for Nordstrom cardholders and rewards members.
The 2025 Nordstrom Anniversary sale will run July 12 through Aug. 3. As we mentioned above, Nordstrom cardholders and rewards members generally get early access—so stay tuned for those dates to be announced.