The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is officially in full swing. If you’re looking to score big on these deep discounts but aren’t exactly sure where to start, then you’ve come to the right place. Since I make shopping recommendations for a living, I decided to dig through the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale arrivals to find a range of very affordable items under $50 that are likely to sell out first.
8 Elegant Outfits French It Girls Are Wearing With Ballet Flats Instead of Heels or Sandals
Anyone who thinks that French girls wearing ballet flats is cliché clearly hasn’t seen my Instagram feed. Stylish French women love ballet flats—more than heels, sandals, loafers, sneakers—you name it. Compared to other flat shoe styles, ballet flats are quite refined, so it makes sense that they’d be the first choice of Parisians when they want to look elegant but also wear flat shoes.
No Need To Scroll—These 13 Luxury Shoe Arrivals Are IT

If you’re looking to add a bit of luxury to your wardrobe, then you’re just in luck. Popular luxury retailer, My Theresa, has launched an in-person summer shopping experience in the Hamptons through August 6. My Theresa Out East is a mobile popup in a customized airstream that’ll show up in various Hamptons hot spots all summer long.
Hold Up—Did Zendaya Really Just Wear Leather Cigarette Pants in NYC’s 85º Heat?
When you’re a celebrity being shuttled around in a black SUV, the usual rules of seasonal dressing don’t really apply. Whether it’s freezing outside or pushing 90 degrees, anything goes when your time outdoors is limited to a quick walk between the car and your destination. This is exactly why I didn’t bat an eye when I spotted Zendaya in NYC today wearing leather pants—even though it was arguably one of the hottest days of the summer so far.
If You Know, You Know: This Anti-Black Shoe Color Looks Best With Jeans and a Black Bag
Are jeans and a black bag one of your go-to pairings? Do you always automatically style the look back to black shoes? If you answered yes to both, we completely understand—matching your bag to your shoes has been the gold standard of styling for as long as we can remember. But in 2026, fashion insiders are rewriting the rule book, showing that choosing a non-black shoe is actually the chicest way to refresh your denim outfit while keeping it timeless. One smart dresser who is backing this shift is Jennifer Garner.
