There are myriad reasons to shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. Of course, it’s the best time to score unbelievable fashion and beauty deals from top brands, some of which never go on sale (at least not to this degree). The beauty section alone is especially on point this year, and I’m not just saying that as a biased beauty editor! It’s loaded with editor-loved brands like Westman Atelier, Nécessaire, Prada Beauty, and more. I could wax poetic about how many of my personal favorites have made it onto the page.
However—and this is the best part—these beauty brands don’t just offer one-off items at impressive discounts. Many actually create limited edition sets just for this legendary event, so you can get the most bang for your buck. I’m talking about custom collections of two, three, or even more of their beloved hero products—never-before-seen and never to be seen again once the Nordstrom sale concludes on August 4.
They are so, so good, and I don’t expect them to stay in stock for very long. Take a peek at the 12 sets I’m personally eyeing below, so you know *exactly* what to add to your cart when the sale kicks off on July 15. (Nordstrom cardmembers, you score access as early as July 9, so you can already purchase your faves.) Happy shopping!
Vacation
Summer Scent Duo
With tropical notes of coconut milk, solar musk, banana, and pineapple, Vacation’s cult-favorite perfume is summer vacation in a bottle. Shoppers love it so much that they’ve been begging for a larger-size version, and the brand has finally answered those pleas with a Nordstrom-exclusive 50ml size, along with the brand’s equally beloved shimmering SPF 30 body oil. WWW associate beauty editor Shawna Hudson once said the luminous formula makes her into a human disco ball. If that endorsement doesn’t make you want to snag the pair, I don’t know what will.
Westman Atelier
The Summer Bronze Trio
Westman Atelier is known for products that deliver a natural-looking flush—like you just went for a brisk jog or came back from a sunny getaway. The Baby Cheeks Blush Stick is the workhorse of that healthy glow (it’s a best seller), but the bronze Liquid Super Loaded Illuminator Drops elevate the lit-from-within look. I like to apply it as the first step of my makeup routine before any foundation or concealer, and it makes my skin look so fresh and dewy. The highlighter stick is the cherry on top for extra radiance (I like to swipe it on my eyelids, too). Think of this trio as a full-face-in-one discounted set.
Nécessaire
The Body Wash Duo
I go through these Nécessaire bodywashes at warp speed—especially during summer, when simply stepping out of my NYC apartment leaves me dripping in sweat. The eucalyptus scent makes me feel instantly at ease and refreshed, and for just a sweet moment, I’m transported to a lush spa. You better believe I’ll be snagging this duo of full-size bottles!
U Beauty
The Anniversary Trio
I literally gasped when I clicked on this U Beauty trio. It contains my all-time favorite items from the brand in one, discounted set! The Super Hydrator is creamy yet light, leaving behind just the right amount of dew, and the Resurfacing Compound is the ultimate multitasker, with retinol, vitamin C, antioxidants, and gentle exfoliation. Talk about an overachiever! The tinted Plasma Lip Compound is a newer obsession of mine, but I fell hard and fast for its glossy yet nonsticky finish.
Prada
Lipstick Clutch Gift Set
Sorry to say, the color-changing lip balm Sabrina Carpenter famously wore in her “Please, Please, Please” music video is not included in this set (it’s sold out everywhere *sobs*), but the brand’s velvety lipsticks are equally fabulous. The color payoff is strong—I once applied the shade Quartz before braving the NYC humidity and it remained just as vivid at 5:00 p.m. as it appeared that morning. I also must have this chic triangular clutch in my possession, please.
Dr. Barbara Sturm
Sturmglow Serum Essentials Set
Dr. Barbara Sturm’s famous Hyaluronic Serum costs $325 on its own. Is that wildly expensive for HA? Absolutely. Is it worth it? I’d say 100%. My skin never looked more plump and hydrated than after finishing my first bottle—and for those looking for some extra radiance, the brand’s Glow Drops deliver such a pretty flush. The Glow Drops alone are $160, so buying this set is essentially like getting a BOGO deal.
Augustinus Bader
The Eye Rejuvenating Kit
Augustinus Bader’s eye cream is another expensive standalone well worth the steep price tag. I’m genetically prone to bags and dark shadows, but my under-eyes have never looked smoother since incorporating it into my routine. The accompanying eye patches certainly don’t hurt, which deflate my morning puffiness in seconds (and look so chic, by the way).
Chantecaille
Essential Eye Trio
Speaking of eye creams to eyeliners, when it comes to eye makeup, Chantecaille is the crème de la crème. The French beauty brand is known for its subtle yet eye-catching offerings you can easily apply wherever you are (at work, in a café, on the subway… you get the idea). This limited edition kit, which includes an eye-brightening pencil, eyeliner, and shimmery eye shadow, is perfect for days you want something extra on your lids without committing to full glam.
111Skin
Face Mask Discovery Set
I’ve never met a beauty editor, expert, or even celebrity who doesn’t have incredible things to say about 111Skin’s face masks. The Celestial Black Diamond is a special standout among beauty insiders, but you really can’t go wrong with any of the skin-improving picks. It’s a good thing this discovery set comes with four of the brand’s best-selling heroes!
Supergoop!
Unseen Sunscreen Jumbo + Go Set
Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen is the ultimate editor favorite (just take a look at our sunscreen Deep Review!), beloved so much that the brand decided to create a jumbo-size version of the cult classic. The stick version, however, is such a sleeper hit. It makes sunscreen reapplication an absolute breeze without ever smearing your makeup. In fact, it also somehow reduces excess oil on your skin. Magic!
La Mer
Radiant Renewal Collection Set
Four La Mer essentials for $415 is such a steal. I mean, the Eye Concentrate alone is $275, and the Lifting and Firming Serum is tagged at $435! They are smaller here in the kit, but not by much—the cost per ounce is still unbelievable. This is another one I predict will be gone in a flash.
Skin Research Laboratories
NeuBrow Brow Serum Set
As someone with sensitive, wimpy brows, I’m always looking for a potent brow serum that A) actually works and B) doesn’t irritate the skin. This peptide-infused formula ticks both boxes—and it’s a two-for-one deal! WWW associate beauty editor Kaitlyn McLintock also counts herself a superfan. “I quite literally had to stop using it only a month or so in due to how fast and furious my previously stagnant brow hairs were growing,” she gushes. That is my dream scenario, TBH, so I’ll surely be copping this set.
