My 2025 Vibe Is Stealth Wealth: 35 Luxe-Looking Items I'm Eyeing From the Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale
The Nordstrom Half-Yearly sale is here, and I’m ready to do some serious stealth-wealth shopping. If you're planning on channeling your inner billionaire in 2025 with a low-key vibe (think understated luxury, no logo, just taste), then you’re in for a treat. I just scrolled through the Nordstrom Half-Yearly sale section, and it's just as good as you'd expect.
From sleek outerwear to the kind of accessories that whisper wealth, this sale is full of pieces that scream high-end sophistication without shouting it. Whether you're upgrading your wardrobe or looking for that one investment piece that says "I’m effortlessly chic," these 35 luxe-looking items will have you looking rich in all the right ways without having to break the bank. Scroll through to see my curated list of chic steals that will no doubt sell out from the Nordstrom Half-Yearly sale before January 1.
Madewell has never let me down—and at less than $100, this sweater might be one of the best deals on this list.
The pleated detail on these jeans makes them look triple the price.
Jenny Bird is the sculptural accessory brand the fashion set has been loving for the last few years.
The black colorway in the above jacket is also so good, too!
Although quiet luxury tends to skew within the muted color palette, there's something so alluring about this bright red cashmere sweater. I can't stop picturing it with a chic black pencil skirt and a white tee layered underneath.
Pair with a white T-shirt and jeans for an effortless model-off-duty vibe.
Don't discount the Canadian tuxedo—cool girls and fashion insiders alike have been wearing this subtle if-you-know-you-know trend with labels like Khaite hopping on board.
Although I'm such a fan of Sam Edelman's shoes, I never realized how good the brand's handbags were until now.
Although I love Reformation, I can't always afford it—now that it's on sale, I'm making a beeline to checkout before these sell out.
This would be the perfect dress for any extra-special holiday celebrations.
I've put myself on ban island for buying sunglasses… but these might be too good to pass up.
Run, don't walk—there are only a few sizes left in these jeans!
Impress your friends and get this coat that looks so rich they'll think you have a hidden trust fund somewhere.
The perfect boot that's just polished enough to wear with denim and slouchy sweaters.
Staud is on sale now—abandon all logic, and buy these cute jeans now.
Feel like a million bucks in these luxe pj's.
I have these, and yep, I have to admit they might be one of my most well-worn heels of the year.
Ana Escalante is an award-winning journalist and Gen Z editor whose work ranges from dissecting size inclusivity at fashion week to discussing how American Girl Doll meme accounts are the the answer to society's collective spiral. She's covered it all: Copenhagen Fashion Week, Roe v. Wade frontline protests, and the re-branding of jorts, or, jean shorts for the uninitiated. At Who What Wear, Ana crafts sharp, irreverent features that speak to a digital-first generation, bringing her signature wit and unapologetic tone to long-form fashion and beauty content. If it’s smart, snarky, and a little unexpected, you'll probably find her name on it.
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