OK, folks. The summer shopping season is here! This is the week of BIG summer fashion and beauty deals anchored by Amazon Prime Day and the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.
Shopping in the fashion and beauty stores can be overwhelming because there are far more deals on things you don’t want than things you do. I hope this page provides a well curated list of deals that will save you time and money. I cover the big sales (at least according to my budget fashionista audience): Amazon Prime Day, Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, Target Circle Week, Walmart+ Week, and Ulta Summer Sale.
Bookmark this page and check back often as I’ll keep updating as new deals appear!
How I Chose These Summer Fashion and Beauty Deals
When looking for deals to share, I prioritize three factors:
- The product is versatile. For clothing, this means the piece has a classic, easygoing style. Upgraded T-shirts, all things denim, nice sweaters, casual blazers are examples. These garments can usually fit into most wardrobes without too much effort. I don’t want to recommend an exotic pair of shoes that would require you to build a whole new wardrobe. Versatile beauty products are things you can use regularly, hopefully without having to rework your entire regimen.
- People love the product. I read the reviews! If too many people say the product doesn’t work, I don’t recommend it.
- The price is correct. A big discount does not always mean a low price. For example, Nordstrom has many designer items on sale that are still too expensive. So I’m limiting this list to products that are on sale and cost you less than $100.
Amazon Prime Day
Prime Day starts on July 11, which is also when I can post my deal picks here. In the meantime, make sure your Prime membership is active – otherwise you won’t get the great deals.
Check back here on July 11 for my top Prime Day picks.
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Halogen draped top
Halogen’s beautiful and versatile top retails for $38.99, marked down from $59. See details at Nordstrom.com.
Madewell cap sleeve sweater
Madewell’s jersey retails for $44.99, marked down from $68. See details at Nordstrom.com.
1. State flutter t-shirt
![Red flutter top for sale during Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2023.](https://www.thebudgetfashionista.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/nordstrom-flutter-t-red-3.jpg.webp)
Upgrade your t-shirt game with 1.State’s flutter sleeve rib knit t-shirt. Retail price is $38.99, marked down from $59. Find it here at Nordstrom.com.
Cole Haan sneaker
![While sneakers are on sale during Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2023.](https://www.thebudgetfashionista.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/nordstrom-cole-haan-sneaker.jpg.webp)
If you don’t have a cute pair of white sneakers, these can do the job. Wear them with dresses, skirts, shorts, jeans – just about anything except your work pants. Pick them up for $79, marked down from $130. See details at Nordstrom.com.
Striped poplin shirt
![Poplin button-down top on sale during Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2023.](https://www.thebudgetfashionista.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/nordstrom-poplin-shirt-5.jpg)
There are so many ways to wear an oversized button-down! Try it as a lighter alternative to a cardigan, tied at the waist or tucked in. You can even wear it as a swimming cover. This one retails for $49.99, marked down from $79. Buy it at Nordstrom.com.
Target Circle Week
To access Circle Week deals online, sign up at Target.com and make sure you’re a Circle Week member. Then find the offers you want to use and ‘save’ them. You will see the discount after you add eligible items to your cart.
On a side note, this year’s Circle Week isn’t that impressive to me. For example, I can’t find a single deal on women’s fashion – which is why there are only three choices below.
30% off girls clothing
![Barbie dress on sale during Target Circle Week.](https://www.thebudgetfashionista.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/target-barbie-dress-1.jpg)
Moms, start back-to-school shopping with 30% off girls’ clothes. The deal includes this adorable Barbie dress. Save the 30% discount here.
$10 Target gift card with a $40 health and beauty purchase
Now’s the time to stock up on sunblock, micellar cleanser, Neutrogena moisturizer, and other beauty basics from Target. Spend $40 and you’ll earn a $10 Target gift card. Click here for the deal.
20% off Strivectin skin care
![Strivectin mini-set on sale during Target Circle Week.](https://www.thebudgetfashionista.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/target-strivectin-3.jpg)
Strivectin is an expensive skincare line that promises big results. I haven’t personally used it, but the reviews are mostly good. If you don’t have very sensitive skin, you’ll want to try Strivectin, And If you have room in your budget to buy the full-priced product later, you might want to start with the mini-set — on sale now at Target.
The mini-set contains four sample size products for $49. Check out the details here on Target.com.
Walmart+ week
Walmart+ Week mimics the Amazon Prime Day model, which requires you to have an active membership to get the deals. I do have a Walmart+ membership and I recommend it as a good value. I mainly use it to save money on gas at Murphy’s, as well as for grocery pick-ups and deliveries. Another nice extra is the free Paramount+ membership.
You can sign up for Walmart+ here. Now for the offers…
Plus size Levis shorts
You know you’re getting quality denim from Levis. For the Walmart+ week, these shorts are marked down from $22.98 to $12.98. The deal is only available online. Check out the details at Walmart.com.
Time and Tru denim jacket
I find denim jackets so useful that I have two, one short and tight and the other oversized. If you need a denim jacket, you can’t beat this $18 price point. Choose from dark wash, light wash or black. Buy it at Walmart.com.
Cate and Chloe white gold crystal hoops
The retail price of these earrings is $15.99! They are 18k white gold hoops with Swarovksi crystals. Act now on this deal before someone realizes they’ve marked down these earrings by $119! See the information on Walmart.com.
Michael Kors bag
Here’s a medium Michael Kors black chain-detail bag for $99.99. Regular price is $398. If you’ve shopped at this brand before, you know they have big sales, so this discount isn’t as shockingly high as it sounds. Still, a nice bag for $100 is a good deal if you’re in the market. See details at Walmart.com.
Sofia skinny jeans
Dark wash jeans for less than $10? Sign me up! I haven’t worn anything from Sofia Vergara’s line, but people love her collection. So this could be a good reason to give it a try. The jeans cost $9.19, marked down from $27.50. Shop these jeans here.
Ulta summer sale
Scented body scrub
Grab a few and keep them for yourself or add them to your generic gift stash. Forgot a good friend’s birthday? No problem. Reach for that stash and gift her a luxuriously scented body scrub.
There are eight different scents, and the 11.5 oz jar is discounted $8.75 from $12.50. Check out the details at Ulta.com.
Rosehip dry body oil
Soothe dry skin quickly with this refreshing blend of rosehip, sunflower and moringa oils. Shoppers say it makes their skin soft and radiant. Buy it at Ulta.com.
DHC virgin olive oil
I have used this product and this stuff is real. Use it as a makeup remover and moisturizer. It leaves your skin feeling soft and smooth. Pick it up now for $30.80 (online only), marked down from $44. Buy it at Ulta.com.
Volition Celery Green Cream
Volition’s popular vegan cream delivers a rejuvenating dose of peptides and hyraluronic acid for softer skin and smaller-looking pores. Buy it now for the retail price of $43.50, down from $58. Ulta will also send you a free gift with this purchase: Volition’s Turmeric Brightening Lacquer. See details at Ulta.com.
Essence banana powder
If you’re looking for an easy way to take your makeup game to the next level, banana powder might be the answer. It sets your makeup, fills in fine lines and wrinkles and brightens your skin tone. This is also a low investment, at the retail price of $3.49, down from $4.99. Buy it at Ulta.com.
Shop summer fashion and beauty deals
If you haven’t read it yet, check out my post on how to make the most of this big summer sale. While it’s nice to buy things on sale, a disciplined approach can actually save you money.