Nordstrom is known for having great sales. There are two in particular that can send a city girl shopping in the burbs: The “Half-Yearly Sale” and the “Anniversary Sale.” The Half-Yearly sale is clearance, usually towards the end of the season. (Like, now.) The Anniversary Sale is a presale before the new collection hits the department store floor.

Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale begins Tuesday. The sale consists of a catalog of pre-Fall merchandise that is discounted 25% to 40% off. Each department has its own special items that are featured in the pre-Fall sale. You can sift through the catalog options right here.

The presale runs to August 19 but is limited to customers who have a Nordstrom credit card. Afterward, on July 20, the sale opens to the general public. Prices return to normal once the sale ends near the end of the Month.

“Back-to-school” items and baby gear are especially attractive during this Nordies sale. For example, you know your kids want new Adidas sneakers for the start of school and they are right here for $35 from $55. Nike kicks are $53 from $70. (There is really no reason not to get them!) Over here is a Herschel Supply backpack for $50, which is normally $75. There is also a large amount of cute shorts in case you need to do a mid-season refresh. We even spotted UppaBaby stroller that’s discounted to $727.

We are a bit choosier when picking pre-season items for ourselves but a Nili Lotan cashmere sweater is $475 from $800. We really like this L’Alegance herringbone blazer that’s $375 from $800 and this Veronica Beard dress is $224 from $450. We even found On sneakers for $84 from $140.

It’s interesting that more upscale designers have realized that pre-gaming sale season is better than post-season markdowns. Don’t forget to also check out the beauty deals. We are always a sucker for a new shade of lipstick or an updated nail polish

There is a thrill to finding exactly what you want during a third markdown but those finds are becoming less frequent. The more rewarding prospect is savings on the newest season’s trends.

Italist has started uploading Winter 2021 merchandise and sold out items can be procured for a bit of saving. Looking for a Prada Reissue 2005? Here it is for $1550 from $1750. Bottega Veneta Lido sandals are $980 from $1200 and a Gucci bodysuit is $733 from $980. We also found deals for Moncler and Fendi’s newest collaboration with Joshua Vides.

There isn’t a lot of inventory on any of these items. We suggest you spring into action now or find contentment in paying full retail.

Of course, the site also has a lot of end of season markdowns too. Here is a Bottega Veneta woven pouch for $1915 from $3100 and a Gucci small GG ring bag for $1590 from $2600. We added a lot of great finds to the images above.

After all, Fall fashion is the only reason to attempt to neutralize global warming… just joking. (Maybe!)

This week, the Parisian-based, 24S is offering discounts that can save 20% off on sale merchandise. You can use the code EXTRA20 to engage the discount that brings the savings to 75% on some items.

Check ou these Francesco Russo boots that are only $310 from $1300. We’ve been stalking this Roland Mouret top for months and now it’s $300 from $1275. This Dolce & Gabbana dress is a major consideration at $800 from $2000 and this Balmain denim blazer is $615 from $1800. 

24S is LVMH owned and therefore offers brands, like Dior, Louis Vuitton, and Celine, which you can’t find on many other websites. The best value of shopping on 24S is that all duties are included in the sale price, shipping is free, and there is no sales tax. My last order from 24S arrived in 30 hours after my “complete order” click.

This LV bag with white trim is $2700 from a US retail of $3250 and this Lockme bag is $1842 from $2280. You can click here to see other bags that have pricing advantages. Remember, even if an item is full price, you’ll save by not paying sales tax or duties. It’s hard to compete with that.