Now that summer is winding down, it's time to take stock. I'm not sure about you, but for me, the end of the summer season signals a big, red, glaring reminder about my shopping habits: it's time to cut down. After international trips and one too many happy hours with my friends, it's in my budget to save right now, not spend money. And, while I tried my best to institute a thoughtful zero-shopping ban on myself, I caved after browsing through Nordstrom's new sale section.
Ahead of Labor Day, the retailer is slashing the prices of some of its classic, must-have clothing items ahead of the fall like sweater dresses, ankle boots, and timeless denim. While I'm not one to usually pass up on a sale, this one is full of chic under-$100 items, making my plans to stock up on fall fashion items much more guilt-free.
If you're looking for a sign to buy yourself something pretty this week without breaking the bank, you're in the right place. Keep scrolling to shop a few of my favorite seasonally-appropriate Nordstrom sale items, all ringing in under $100.
I own this Reformation top in three colors and seriously, I can't get enough.
Adorable.
This striped polo feels quintessentially Scandi.
Runway red is the color of the season.
Obsessed with this simple, elevated O-ring strap detail
For just $20, you too can look like a cool girl.
In the fall, tights easily top my list of favorite layering essentials.
This has to be one of my best finds to date.
Cottage-core just got a whole lot cozier.
You can never have too many black ankle booties.
Be incredibly on-trend (even in your sleep!) with this butter yellow pajama set that's perfect for lounging around the house.
One word: yessss.
A sleek, black belt transforms any pair of regular 'ole jeans into something that looks ten times the price.
Frame jeans? For under $100? Don't mind if I do.
These Bp tanks are beloved amongst our editors thanks to how versatile they are.
If I could wear one thing for the rest of my life, it would be this French-looking white button down.
Jenny Bird is thee jewelry brand for all fashion people.
Wait... I actually this I need this dress to survive.
I own this top and yep, it's just as cute IRL as it looks online.
Perfect for any late summer-early fall weddings.
Mark my words: this year is the year of the elevated western-style boot.
Utility green cargo pants just scream fall to me.
Chic.
This It girl-approved scoop-waist skirt favors the bold.
Bp's plus-size essentials have to be some of my faves.
Entering my Rory Gilmore era.
If there's one thing about me that you need to know, it's that I'll literally wear a grey turtleneck sweater with anything.
Who says you can't wear white after Labor day?
These chic PJs don't even look like PJ.s Would I wear them outside of the house? 100%.
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