Overview
- Icon‑level Nordy Club cardmembers gained early access starting July 14, with Ambassador and Influencer tiers following and public shopping set to begin July 18.
- Nordstrom requires a Nordstrom card at checkout during the early‑access windows, so only purchases charged to that card receive Anniversary Sale pricing before July 18.
- This year’s event is significantly expanded for Nordstrom’s 125th anniversary, adding more than 50 new brands and bringing Nordstrom Marketplace into the sale with roughly 4,000 extra items.
- Retailers and commerce writers flag beauty gift sets, designer handbags, popular sneakers and exclusive Nordstrom items as the fastest sellers based on past patterns and live shopper interest.
- Shoppers are advised to build wish lists, be ready at the 12:01 a.m. ET start time for their tier, and act quickly because many items are limited and often not restocked, increasing competition and resale pressure.