July 2021

While we would love to snag a pair of Good American jeans or a coat for fall, sometimes our budget (is it payday yet?) doesn’t allow for it. But that doesn’t mean you can’t still score big at the Nordstrom Anniversary sale. Here, we’ve rounded up our picks for shopping the sale on a serious budget. Win, win.

 

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Items in the Nordstrom Sale are known to sell out quickly, and these are some of our favorite items in the sale. Add these to cart ASAP!

Sam Edelman

Sneaker

A high-quality pair of sneakers for less than $50? Color us shocked. Our fashion editor has been sneaking these into our content for years because they're a classic sneaker that won't fall apart after only a few wears. These will be a sale purchase you're obsessed with for years to come.

Thread & Supply

Shirt Jacket

You always need those "throw-on" pieces in the fall and winter for both warmth and that cute, layered look, and this one is already flying off the shelves. It's a classic shape you can put on over a pair of jeans or even your fall dresses and skirts to make them more casual. Plus, we love this blue hue—it adds a bit of brightness to your otherwise dark fall color palettes.

True & Co.

V-Neck Bralette

One of the worst parts of adulthood is realizing that not only are bras super expensive, but also that finding one that fits you well is near impossible. After testing a bunch of bras, the best bra our editor tried was from True&Co. It's outrageously comfortable thanks to the fabric and wire-free construction, but it still offers the support you need from a daily bra. You'll never reach for another bra again.

Paula's Choice

Jumbo Skin Perfecting Exfoliant

This exfoliator is known for smoothening texture, diminishing blackheads, and fading dark spots, hence why our editor loves it. You won't run out of this jumbo product anytime soon, which also saves you $20.

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BDG Urban Outfitters

Half Zip Sweater

Hello cozy sweater #8371731—yes, I do also need you. The half-zip aspect makes the sweater more casual, so it's perfect to wear with leggings and Uggs when you're meeting up with your friends on the weekends or with jeans in a casual office.

Free People

Knit Sweater

There's no such thing as a closet with too many knits, and you'll feel like a baller getting this Free People sweater at such a deal. This is the perfect fall piece to pair with leggings, skirts, and jeans for every single occasion.

CLUB MONACO

Slub Top

A slub top like this is the best of both worlds: It looks professional and put together, but in reality, it's really just your classic white tee. Get ready to wear this to work multiple days a week.

BP.

Ripped Straight Leg Jeans

Yep, we found a pair of trendy, editor-loved jeans for less than $50. These are that classic, '90s straight leg style our editors have been raving about for months, plus it has fun distressing on the knees.

Zella

Jogger Pants

And for the days you want nothing more than to lounge around, a good pair of joggers will take you from the couch to grabbing takeout from the door to FaceTiming with your mom without a second thought. They're made of a soft material that's airy for those early fall days but warm enough for the depths of winter.

Nordstrom

Cubic Zirconia Earrings

Our editor bought these for her mom's birthday last year, and they were a total hit. These look way nicer than what they cost, so it's that ideal "nobody's gonna know" moment when you hand them over and someone thinks they're getting a fancy gift when it actually cost you less than $25. Do yourself a favor and buy a few to keep in your gift arsenal.

BAUBLEBAR

Polished & Pavé Hoop Earrings

Our editors rant and rave about the importance of having a good pair of gold hoops in your jewelry collection because they go with literally every single outfit under the sun, and with this set, you get your perfect gold hoops plus a fun pair for special occasions.

Chinese Laundry

Slide Sandal

Everyone needs a heeled mule in their shoe collection. It'll take you from shopping to date night to the office to happy hour, making it one of the most versatile shoes in your closet. This sandal comes in three classic colors, so no matter your style, you'll find one that matches.

BP.

Chelsea Boot

Fall's biggest trend might just be lug-sole boots like these, so if you want to try the trend without spending a fortune, look no further. These will take you from walking through the sun to all of your events without having to change—total win.

AllSaints

Leather Card Case

Hello, major deal alert‼ This luxury leather card case clocks in right under budget but still has that wow factor. It comes in two shades, this light tan croc and a gorgeous cherry brown, so it would be the perfect gift for everyone in your life and pair well with every bag in your collection.

Nordstrom

Faux Fur Slipper

It's about to be the season of the slipper, and we're still not over these crossed faux fur slippers. They're so comfortable, look cute, and have lasted for a few winters. There's nothing better than waking up on a cold morning and slipping these on your feet.

Serene House

Ultrasonic Aroma Diffuser

Ready to fill your house with warm, cozy scents as much as we are? We're all adding diffusers to our homes—whether it's on our desks, nightstands, or bathrooms—to make our homes smell good and feel even more relaxing.

WELLBE

Washable Cosmetic Cloths

Stop wasting money and causing unnecessary waste with disposable cotton pads and invest in these instead. They're a soft cotton that won't shed all over your face or absorb all of your products, and you can pop them right into the washer once a week with your laundry.

SLIP

Sunset Hair Tie Set

No matter your hair length, silk hair ties will change your life. They are easy to remove on curly hair, cause less breakage for fine hair, and are strong enough to hold medium to thick hair too. Silk is so much gentler than harsh elastics and hair ties—so much that a few months after the switch, our editor noticed all that breakage at the back of her head was practically gone.

ST. TROPEZ

Jumbo Self-Tan Classic Bronzing Mousse

Just because it's about to be fall and winter doesn't mean you can't try for that gorgeous golden glow you love in the summer. This one from St. Tropez, a natural-looking tan for light to medium skin tones and a glowy skin tone enhancer on deeper skin, will last you until next summer, no doubt.

Laura Mercier

Translucent Loose Setting Powder Duo

The loose powder that took over the beauty industry continues to be a favorite for its ability to set your makeup and keep it looking flawless all day long. Now that we're finally wearing makeup for more than just Zoom calls, a product to keep your makeup in place is a necessary next makeup purchase, and this one comes at a fantastic deal.

 

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Being the beauty lovers we are at The Everygirl HQ, we wanted to share a different side of our beauty routines: our empties. They’re the products from beyond the grave that we’ve completely used up. The concept is simple: Show everyone what’s in your trash and talk about if you loved it, if you’ll buy it again, and how long it took you to use up. Every month, our editors will share a few of their own empties—from skin, hair, and makeup products to candles and vitamins and home items—and give our unfiltered review on each of them. Some of them we’ll love and need to repurchase ASAP and some we’ll celebrate finally finishing them up. If you’ve ever wondered what our absolute favorites are, this is the right place to be.

Trader Joe's

Spa Australian Tea Tree Oil

Not to be dramatic, but this little bottle from TJ's is pure magic! I try to savor every drop of this tea tree oil, but it really is the jack of all trades. Not only does it work pretty well in my diffuser, but I also love to mix it with my moisturizer when my skin is feeling extra dry. I also struggle with keeping my hair hydrated, so this works wonders on my scalp and is a big aid in preventing me from itching.

—Andi Wynter, Social Media Coordinator

Fenty Beauty

Fat Water Pore-Refining Toner Serum

This is the second bottle that I've gone through, and it is easily my favorite toner. I use this twice daily and anytime my skin needs a refresh! The texture is super light and silky, and I love that I only need to use a few drops per use. It instantly absorbs into my skin and leaves it feeling hydrated and smooth, and it doesn’t leave me with that dried-out feeling I get from other toners.

—Andi Wynter, Social Media Coordinator

Amazon

Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment

At the end of 2020, I was researching bringing my hair back to health like crazy, and one of the best things for your hair is protein. Along with adding more protein to my diet, I used this and noticed a major difference in my hair. I would always pair it with my detox shampoo or rice water shampoo, and it brought back so much life to my hair. It left my hair so smooth and silky, and it always looked its healthiest. This product is also inexpensive, so I know I’ll repurchase it without a thought.

—Beth Gillette, Beauty Content Manager & Associate Editor

Anastasia Beverly Hills

Clear Brow Gel

I have naturally thick eyebrows, so drawing them on or filling them in was never my thing. I usually brush them with an eyebrow spoolie, but they wouldn’t stay that way all day. Enter my new favorite product: This clear eyebrow gel has my brows laid to the gawds all day long. I just brush it on my eyebrows, and boom. It dries in a few seconds, and my brows are perfectly sculpted. BRB, running to the store to repurchase ASAP.

—Ashley Williams, Contributing Beauty Writer

True Botanicals

Renew Nourishing Cleanser

As someone with dry skin, finding a cleanser that doesn’t make me feel like I’m about to enter flake city is a monster task. This cleanser from True Botanicals has been amazing for the transition between spring and summer weather. It’s light and gentle and doesn't leave my skin feeling stripped at all. A major plus for me is the green tea infusion because I always love an energizing boost—even in my cleanser.

—Emma Ginsberg, Editorial Intern

Biossance

Squalane + Elderberry Jelly Cleanser

Since I wear sunscreen every day, I always start my nighttime routine with an oil or balm cleanser so that I can effectively remove any sebum and oil-based products like makeup and SPF. This gel to milk cleanser from Biossance has quickly become one of my favorites, as it is gentle yet effective. I was initially worried it would leave an oily residue on my face because it's formulated with squalane, but after using it, my skin just feels clean, and my water-based cleanser doesn't need to do double-duty. Oh, and did I mention it has the prettiest purple/pink color? At the end of the day, it just brings me so much joy.

—Adele Ashley Adams, Contributing Beauty Writer

Fenty Beauty

Hydra Visor Invisible Moisturizer

When I first tried this, I was pretty meh about it (you can read my review here). I didn’t hate it by any means, but I couldn’t ever see myself repurchasing. But as time went on, I grew to totally fall in love with this. It never pilled, which is a major plus in any sunscreen for me since I'm usually wearing makeup. I love the glowy finish, and every time I took this to the beach or pool and someone borrowed it, they loved it too. I haven’t repurchased yet because I’m trying a few new sunscreens (like this brand new one from Hero Cosmetics), but it’s on my list of things to grab again.

—Beth Gillette, Beauty Content Manager & Associate Editor

Cocokind

MyMatcha Moisture Stick

I always have at least two of these all-over moisture sticks on hand because it truly is a product that I use all over. I have used it under my eyes to offset the appearance of dark circles or reduce puffiness first thing in the morning, as a balm to get rid of chapped lips, and as brow gel in a pinch. It is especially beneficial as the seasons change and my skin decides to act up and turn drier than the desert. The stick is basically my $9 all-season secret weapon.

—Adele Ashley Adams, Contributing Beauty Writer

Glossier

Balm Dotcom

I bought this balm a month before I started at The Everygirl and remember bringing it to the office in my early intern days, which is why I've kept it well past its expiry date, just sitting in my lip balm storage forever. I've always loved this product to keep in my bag and apply all day long. It leaves my lips soft and hydrated without feeling sticky or goopy. After enough time, I didn't really want to put this on my lips, so I used it on my elbows, heels, and ankles, and honestly, I would consider buying another just for that. My elbows have never felt smoother.

—Beth Gillette, Beauty Content Manager & Associate Editor

 

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All winter long we pray for warmer weather. A little sun, sand, surf, and sweat? OK, definitely not the last one, but it’s the price we pay for those long summer days. But it can be pretty hard to enjoy a backyard barbecue when your bangs are sticking to your forehead or it feels like you have ten pounds of hair trapping sweat on the back of your neck.

There’s nothing quite like humidity to send you straight to the hairdresser to ask her to chop off all your locks. But before you embark on a major hair makeover, try these styles that will help keep you cool in the summer. Basically, you’ll get all that hair off your face, neck, and back while still looking really cute. As a bonus, not a single one requires you to pick up a curling iron, blow dryer, or flat iron—because hot tools in the summer shouldn’t happen.

 

Braids

To get every last stray piece of hair tucked away, you can always count on a braid. And really, is there anything more summery than a bikini paired with the perfect braided ‘do? No, no there isn’t.

 

1. Braided Box Braids

Change up your box braids by pulling them into a chic, intricate braid. This style looks so complicated and cool, but it’s really just a style within a style. Tie them off with clear or hair-color elastics to keep the style focused on the braids.

 

2. Braided Ponytail

The key to this style is making sure you tie off your ponytail first and then start braiding. Your braid will stay tight and exactly where you wanted it all day. You can make this messy by pulling out front pieces or bangs, or use a styling cream to slick it back. 

 

3. Braided Crown

If you have long hair, you can split your hair into two sections, braid each, and then wrap the braids around your head using bobby pins to hold it in place. People with shorter hair have to get a little creative. Because you don’t have the length to wrap around, you can opt for a Dutch braid on each side from the top of your head. Part your hair down the middle, and do a Dutch braid on each side, finishing them off with an elastic. Once you’ve put your braids in place, you can tuck the ends of each braid into the other. This style might take quite a few bobby pins and a few minutes in the mirror, but once you have it down, you’ll wear it nonstop.

 

4. Pulled-Back Knotless Box Braids

Want to add a little more pizazz to your box braids? Pulling them back into a wrap-around ponytail does the trick while keeping all of your hair out of your face. To add an extra ’90s flair, you can leave one or two braids out at the front, or pull it all back in a sleek high pony. 

 

Buns

You’re going to want to keep a few extra hairbands on hand at all times from June to September because the top knot is going to be your best friend this season. Always be ready to whip out a hair tie and pull every last strand of hair off your poor neck.

 

5. Low Slicked-Back Twisted Bun

To get this sleek bun, use a styling cream to pull all of your hair back into a low pony at the back of your head. Then, you’ll twist your hair clockwise all the way down and style the bun shape how you want. You can do a classic bun shape, or something more intricate like this (which involves a little bit of knotting, so it’s a little easier with long hair). 

 

6. Space Buns

Probably the easiest hairstyle out there, space buns are a classic because they look chic and cool with very minimal effort. Just do two small buns on either side of your head and tie them up with an elastic or bobby pin. This style pairs well when it’s sleek or messy, making it as versatile as can be. This look is easiest when your hair is parted down the middle, but you could also get creative and place the buns wherever you see fit. 

 

7. Twisted Top Knot

A sleek top-knot is one of the most sought-after hairstyles because it looks put-together and works on basically every hair type. Use a brush and a styling gel to pull your hair to the top of your head, making sure to brush out any creases or bumps. Gather your hair into a pony and tie with an elastic to keep your hair tight and in place. Then, twist your hair into a bun shape and pin it with bobby pins.

 

8. Braided Bun 

This look adds a little something extra to your low messy buns. Part your hair on the side and do a French braid from the crown of the head to the back, where you want the base of your bun to be. Then, gather the rest of the hair into a messy bun using an elastic and bobby pins to hold it down. To make the braid look a little messy, pull at it to give the hair a little extra fullness and spray it with a texture spray for a matte finish and extra hold. 

 

Ponytail

The aforementioned top knot has overshadowed ponytails as an easy go-to hairstyle in the last few years, but let’s not forget how versatile, cute, and practical a ponytail is – especially when it’s sweltering and you have no choice but to leave the air-conditioned comforts of home.

 

9. Bubble Pony

 

This is one of the trendiest hairstyles of the moment, and we love it because it’s beyond easy. Simply make a classic ponytail (this can be a high, medium, or low pony—whichever you’re thinking that day), and then a few inches down, add another elastic. Do this until you get to your ends. You can use thicker hair ties, clear tiny elastics, or even spice it up by adding colored elastics. It all depends on the look you’re going for and what your hair texture needs.

 

10. Sleek Low Pony With Accessory

We love ponytails because you can change them up and they’re still beyond easy. Brush your hair back, getting rid of any bumps or creases, and use a styling cream if you need to get a sleek finish on the hair. Gather all of your hair at the nape of your neck and secure with an elastic. Finish it off with your favorite hair accessory (clips, pins, scrunchies—you name it). This style works really well on straight hair, but if you have wavy, curly, or coily hair, you can still do this style and just have a more voluminous, curly pony (which sounds totally gorgeous). 

 

11. High Pony

For the perfect high pony, make sure to brush your hair back and secure the elastic pretty tight. To add a little extra volume, add a bobby pin to the base of the pony tail pointing up. Your hair will hide it, but it gives your pony a little more pep without having to constantly pull and tighten it.

 

12. Messy Wrapped Ponytail

This ponytail works amazing on second-day hair because it lets any natural texture or leftover curls shine. Pull your hair back into a ponytail at the nape of your neck, and don’t worry about being precise like you would with a sleek style. Use an elastic to secure the pony. Pull a small piece of hair from underneath the ponytail and wrap it around the elastic to hide it. Bobby pin the end of that hair to your head, and spray with hair spray to hold all day long. 

 

Up-Dos

Summer weddings call for a slightly more elegant hairstyle, but that doesn’t mean you want to spend an hour wrestling with your blowdryer. You can opt for a messy twist, a pulled-back style, or even something sleek—the options are endless.

 

13. Chignon With Clip

This is your classic French twist—but with a twist. Pull one side of your hair back against your head and secure with a few bobby pins. Then, grab the other side of the hair and twist it over those bobby pins. With a classic French Twist, you would bobby pin those pieces, but with this, you just use any chic claw clips or pins you have in your collection. You can tuck any pieces in, or leave them out like the photo above for a messy, undone look.

 

14.’60s-Style Braided Chignon

This retro look is ideal for short hair which often doesn’t have as many options for updos as longer hair. First, do a couple of small braids on either side of the head and secure them with an elastic to keep them intact. Then, pull each side of your hair back and start a braid right behind your ears. Pull those braids to the back and secure them with a bobby pin against your head. Use a rat-tail comb to pull the hair above those braids out a little bit to add volume and that ’60s feel. 

 

15. Twisted Up-Do

This simple up-do looks elegant with minimal effort. Pull your hair back into a ponytail with an elastic, and make space at the base of the pony to pull the ponytail through and add a twist to the hair. You can keep it as is, or cover the elastic with an accessory. 

 

16. Curly High Puff

Finding an easy style for those with natural hair that gets your hair off your neck and out of your face was never so easy until the curly puff. First, pull your top layer of hair into a pony at the top of your head to get it out of the way while you brush down your edges and sleek back your hair. Use water with a comb to gently comb through your curls, and then cover your hair with a pomade and smooth it down with a brush. The easiest way to achieve this style is using a snap hair tie that you can pull around your curls and tighten as you go. Once the tie is around your hair, you can fluff your curls and finish the style with accessories. 

 

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