The 2026 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is officially here, and after lots of try-ons, fit checks, and new favorite finds – we’ve narrowed it down to the 10 denim & bottom finds we think are trulyyyy worth adding to your cart from this year’s sale! From denim to trousers and all things bottoms, these are earning a permanent spot in our closets!
Need tips to shop the NSale?! We’ve mapped everyyything out HERE but as always, Nordstrom cardmembers get early access to shop before the public, with Icon Status members kicking things off on Tuesday, July 14. The higher your Nordy Club status, the earlier you’ll shop! NOTE: Simply log in to your Nordstrom account to determine your Nordy Club status! If you’re not already a cardholder, you can apply here. BONUS: You’ll get $60 off your next Nordstrom purchase the day you’re approved for a card!
Because one NSale blog post is never enough 😉, here are all the ways to shop along with us this year:
- 🛍️ Shop our Nordstrom Storefront to browse all of Team LIY’s favorite Anniversary Sale finds across every category – not just the top 10 featured here!
- 💬 Join our Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Insiders Facebook Group, where thousands of shoppers share reviews, ask sizing questions, swap styling ideas, get restock alerts, and enter exclusive nightly giveaways – all dedicated to the NSale!
- 📲 Follow along on Instagram Stories for behind-the-scenes try-ons, honest fit reviews, styling ideas, daily favorites, and a first look at everything we’re testing throughout the sale!
NSale at a Glance
- 🛍️ Early Access: July 14–17
- 🎉 Public Access: July 18
- ⏰ Sale Ends: August 9
- 💸 Prices Go Back Up: August 10
Now, let’s get to the good stuff – our Top 10 Denim & Bottom Picks from this year’s Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! 👖✨
P.S. See ALL of Erin’s 2026 NSale hits & misses HERE!
Wit & Wisdom Sam High Waist Jeans
Erin [5’4, typically size S / 4 / 27]
Wit & Wisdom High Waist Jeans [size down if in between, wearing in 4 but could do 2] // Free People Button Front Tank [true to size, wearing in M] // Caslon Chambray Top [true to size, wearing in S]
Pistola Bri Ankle Straight Jeans
Pistola Ankle Straight Jeans [size up if in between, wearing in 28] // Caslon Chambray Top [true to size, wearing in S] // Vionic Mary Jane Flats [true to size]
PISTOLA High Waist Jeans
Free People Henley [size up one, wearing L] / PISTOLA High Waist Jeans [true to size, wearing 4] / Sam Edelman Scottie Block Heel Bootie [true to size]
Reformation Julien Wide Leg Poplin Pants
Reformation Julien Wide Leg Poplin Pants [size down if in between, wearing S] / Dolce Vita Merit Perforated Sneaker [true to size]
Free People Ruffle Skirt
Cassidy [5’4″, size S or 4]
Paige Leenah Wide Leg Jeans
Hannah [5’2″, size XS/S or 2/4]
Jeans [size down, wearing in 25 Petite for 5’2″] // Tee [true to size, wearing in XS] // Sneakers [true to size]
Rag & Bone Flexi Peyton Mid Rise Full Length Bootcut Jeans
Jen [5’7″, size M or 6]
Rag & Bone Flexi Peyton Mid Rise Full Length Bootcut Jeans [true to size, wearing in 27] // Top
Kut from the Kloth High Waist Raw Hem Kick Flare Jeans
5’6″, typically size M/L or 8/10
Kut from the Kloth High Waist Raw Hem Kick Flare Jeans [true to size] // Halogen Tie Neck Top [true to size] // Steve Madden Flats [true to size]
AG Denim
Claire’s Top Pick [5’5″, size small or 6]
AG Denim [true to size, wearing 27] // Free People Cardigan [True to size, wearing Small] // Dolce Vita Marten Mary Jane Ballet Flat [True to size]
Kut from the Kloth Natalie Bootcut Jeans
Katy [5’4″, typically size XS or S / 4 / 26]
Kut from the Kloth Natalie Bootcut Jeans [size down, wearing 0] // Caslon Chambray Button-Up Shirt [size up if in between, wearing S] // Sam Edelman Scottie Block Heel Bootie [true to size]
