Not kitten heels, not skirts—here are the three items that fashion enthusiasts seek at Nordstrom.

      If you're a regular reader of Who What Wear, you're likely familiar with my fondness for Nordstrom, which is no secret. To put it simply, Nordstrom is my preferred destination for all my shopping needs, a significant statement for someone whose job revolves around shopping. Among the various items in my closet sourced from Nordstrom, I frequently purchase basic tops, jeans, and flats. Thankfully, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026 begins on July 18, and I’ve already checked out the sale preview, knowing precisely what I plan to add to my cart. Below are the top picks for basic tops, jeans, and flats from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. The preview also reveals that popular brands like Reformation, Levi's, Madewell, Frame, and Margaux are part of the discounts. Keep scrolling to discover classic crewneck tees, chic Parisian slim-straight jeans, and woven flats.

      **Shop Editor-Approved Basic Tops, Jeans, and Flats From the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026**

      **Basic Tops**

      Don’t overlook Nordstrom's basics. Their in-house labels consistently offer cotton, cashmere, and satin essentials, such as the Pima Cotton Blend Crewneck T-Shirt, the Crewneck Cashmere Sweater, and Open Edit's Lace Trim Satin Camisole. All of these items are editor-approved and ready to be placed in your cart. The best part? They will be on sale starting July 18. Shop more Nordstrom basic tops below.

      - Open Edit: Lace Trim Satin Camisole

      - COS: Gathered Cotton Peplum Top

      - Joe's: Stripe Long Sleeve Cotton T-Shirt

      - Caslon: Cotton Poplin Button-Up Shirt

      - Nordstrom: Relaxed Fit Pima Cotton Crewneck T-Shirt

      - COS: Cotton Long-Sleeved T-Shirt

      - Nordstrom: Crewneck Cashmere Sweater

      - COS: Merino Wool V-Neck Sweater

      - Nordstrom: Pima Cotton Blend Crewneck T-Shirt

      - Nordstrom: Short Sleeve Cashmere Sweater

      - Madewell: Oversize Pullover Sweater

      **Jeans**

      My denim collection is quite large. With over 13 pairs of jeans, I proudly call myself a denim enthusiast, which is why I'm looking forward to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. The denim selection is fantastic. The preview reveals that beloved brands such as Levi's, Rag & Bone, and Madewell will be featured, with styles varying from baggy wide-leg to slim-straight silhouettes. Here are the 11 styles I'm eager to buy.

      - rag & bone: Harlow Mid Rise Straight Leg Ankle Length Jeans

      - AG: Ex-Boyfriend Mid Rise Slouchy Slim Jeans

      - Levi's: Ribcage High Waist Straight Leg Jeans

      - Reformation: Cary Slouchy High Rise Wide Leg Jeans

      - KUT from the Kloth: Kit High Waist Ankle Baggy Straight Leg Jeans

      - Madewell: The Perfect Vintage High Waist Wide Leg Jeans

      - BP: Low Rise Baggy Wide Leg Jeans

      - FRAME: Le Slim Palazzo Low Rise Wide Leg Jeans

      - Rails: Del Mar Boyfriend Jeans

      - Levi's: Ribcage High Waist Wide Leg Jeans

      - Wit & Wisdom: Sam High Waist Wide Leg Jeans

      **Flats**

      I typically don’t enjoy breaking in flats, but I adore pairing them with knee-length skirts. From stylish ruched loafers to bold suede ballet flats, I always make sure to check out Nordstrom's selection of flats. Any of the styles below will easily become staples in your shoe wardrobe.

      - Vince: Tristan Moc Toe Loafer

      - Nordstrom: Maddox Mesh Flat

      - Flabelus X Nordstrom: Animal Print Ballet Flat

      - Vince: Olivette Ballet Flat

      - Franco Sarto: Rosalee Ballet Flat

      - Steve Madden: Rixy Metal Crescent Mule

      - Dolce Vita: Mycah Woven Flat

      - MARGAUX: The Woven Paz Flat

      - Mansur Gavriel: Glove Mary Jane Flat

      - Vince: Barcelona Jelly Cage Mule

      - Franco Sarto: Oriel Ballet Flat