I Set a $150 Budget for Shopping at Nordstrom—Here’s What I Added to My Cart.
As an editor, part of my role is to stay updated on various retailers and explore options across different price ranges. Today, I opted to set a challenge for myself to shop at Nordstrom with a budget of no more than $150. To simplify navigation, I've divided my finds into four categories: under $50, under $75, under $100, and under $150. In the under-$50 section, I discovered beauty essentials from brands like Clinique, Salt & Stone, and Westman Atelier. For apparel, I was attracted to Havaianas flip-flops, a Coming of Age silk scrunchie, and a Skims T-shirt. My top pick under $75 is Almina Concept's High-V-Neck Tank, while the highlight in the under-$100 range is Leset's Cotton Pointelle Slim-Fit T-Shirt, priced at $88. Within the under-$150 category, I found numerous wardrobe basics, including Levi's 501 '90s Jeans, three tops from Paloma Wool, and various pieces from COS. Below, explore my favorite Nordstrom discoveries, starting at just $11.
**Under $50**
- A classic pair of Havaianas.
- **Clinique**
Pop Lip & Cheek Oil
Whenever I wear this Clinique Black Honey lip oil, I’m always asked about it.
- **Westman Atelier**
Face Trace Contour Stick
- **COMING OF AGE**
Oversize Silk Scrunchie
This silk scrunchie comes from the New York brand Coming of Age.
- **SALT & STONE**
Santal & Vetiver Body Wash
This $36 body wash from Salt & Stone.
- **WONDERSKIN**
Wonder Blading All-Day Lip Stain
- **SKIMS**
Crop Cotton Blend T-Shirt
A basic from Skims priced under $50.
- **Tangle Teezer**
Mini Ultimate Detangling Hairbrush
A travel-sized Tangle Teezer to keep in my bag.
- **Good Weather Skin**
The One Daily Sun Cream SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen
I just discovered this sunscreen brand, Good Weather Skin, and I’m eager to try it.
- **Kate McLeod**
Moisturizing Lotion Bar
Kate McLeod's lotion bars come in multiple scents.
- **HigherDOSE**
Serotonin Soak Salt
- **Open Edit**
Tori Kitten Heel Sandal
These popular kitten-heel sandals are priced at $50.
- **MAC Cosmetics**
Lustreglass Sheer-Shine Lipstick
This lipstick has become one of my go-to choices lately.
**Under $75**
- **Almina Concept**
High V Neck Tank
This tank top from Almina Concept is currently in my cart.
- **OSEA**
Undaria Algae Body Oil
A favorite body oil among editors.
- **Damson Madder**
Trudi Stripe Crop Tankini Top
- **Prada**
Moisturizing Lip Balm
- **ASTR the Label**
Meana Halter Neck Cotton Blend Dress
A black halter dress is perfect for hot weather.
- **YVES DURIF**
The Petite Vented Brush
This Yves Durif brush has been on my wish list.
**Under $100**
- **LESET**
Cotton Pointelle Slim Fit T-Shirt
This top from Leset features a pointelle design.
- **BYREDO**
Bal d'Afrique Hair Perfume
The iconic Bal d'Afrique scent by Byredo.
- **Madewell**
The Woven Mini Tote
- **STAUD**
Axis Jersey Graphic Top
Staud’s take on a sporty jersey.
- **Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare**
Alpha Beta Peel Original Formula
Exfoliating pads by Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare.
- **BaubleBar**
Custom Alpha Tote
Customize it with a monogram of your initials.
**Under $150**
- **Levi's**
501 '90s Straight Leg Jeans
A classic pair of Levi's 501 '90s jeans is always a good choice.
- **Victoria Beckham**
The Foundation Drops
I’ve heard that these are worth the investment.
- **Paloma Wool**
Olimpia Side Snap Cotton Top
A stylish piece from Paloma Wool under $150.
- **Paloma Wool**
Simulet Side Tie Jersey Halter Top
An asymmetric halter top.
- **Paloma Wool**
Simp Camisole
A versatile white camisole with twisted straps and a draped back.
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I Set a $150 Budget for Shopping at Nordstrom—Here’s What I Added to My Cart.
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