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It’s fun to shop for a new season, but I also find it completely stressful; looking through new arrivals, I become easily overwhelmed trying to figure out how I’ll financially manage my dream refresh. But this time around, I’m as cool as a cucumber, because I found so many of the items I want for my summer wardrobe on major markdown.
Right now at Zara, Banana Republic, and Nordstrom, summer staples—think flowy dresses, breezy tops, and lightweight linen—start at just $24. Adidas quietly marked down a handful of the cool-girl sneakers that complete every wardrobe, and Madewell put its celebrity- and editor-approved leather bags on rare sale.
5 Best Weekend Sales
- Zara Under-$40 Sale: 40% off
- Banana Republic Spring Sale: up to 54% off
- Adidas Sneaker Sale: up to 30% off
- Madewell Bag Sale: 20% off with code SPRING20
- Nordstrom Early Summer Sale: up to 55% off
Shop my top picks from each sale, below.
Zara Under-$40 Sale
Voluminous Gauze Midi Dress
Zara
$60
$36
- $24 Deal: Flowy Pleated Pants, $24 (Originally $40)
- Work Ready: Short-Sleeve Knit Cardigan, $30 (Originally $50)
- Summer Linen: ZW Collection Linen Skirt, $30 (Originally $50)
- ZW Collection Embroided Pleated Shorts, $30 (Originally $50)
- Striped Knit Cardigan, $30 (Originally $50)
- Voluminous Gauze Midi Dress, $36 (Originally $60)
Zara’s sale section has so many easy summer styles under $40. So if you need a major overhaul this season, definitely start here. The brand has everything from flowy pants and vintage-inspired shorts to linen skirts and super breezy midi dress from just $24. There are also a few tops perfect for the office (or, anywhere you want to look put-together but feel comfy), including this short-sleeve top in a vibrant green and this striped cardigan with expensive-looking gold buttons.
Short-Sleeve Knit Cardigan
Zara
$50
$30
Flowy Pleated Pants
Zara
$40
$24
Banana Republic Spring Sale
Oversized Cotton Poplin Cinch Top
Banana Republic
$65
$45
- 54% Off: Georgette Ruched-Front Mini Dress, $70 (Originally $150)
- Editor-Approved: Oversized Cotton Poplin Cinch Top, $45 (Originally $65)
- Trending Silhouette: Drop-Waist Midi Dress, $100 (Originally $150)
- Ribbed Cropped Sweater Polo, $50 (Originally $100)
- Cotton Poplin Maxi Skirt, $85 (Originally $120)
- Embroidered Cotton Poplin Maxi Dress, $180 (Originally $250)
I recently went to Banana Republic and fell in love with so many of the brand’s summer styles, some of which are already on sale, like this airy top with cinched puff sleeves, this drop-waist midi dress, and this relaxed-but-cool drawstring maxi skirt. But something I became obsessed with while looking through its sale section is this polka-dot mini dress. The 54-percent off style doesn’t just feature 2025’s ‘It’ print; it also has ruching at the bodice, a detail that’s flattering and outfit-elevating.
Georgette Ruched-Front Mini Dress
Banana Republic
$150
$70
Cotton Poplin Maxi Skirt
Banana Republic
$120
$85
Adidas Sneaker Sale
Puig Samba Shoes
adidas
$100
$70
- Best Deal: Nora Shoes, $56 (Originally $80)
- Rare Markdown: Puig Samba Shoes, $70 (Originally $100)
- Trending Style: Forum 84 Low ADV Shoes, $96 (Originally $120)
- Shmoofoil Slip-On Shoes, $53 (Originally $75)
- Country OG Shoes, $63 (Originally $90)
- Busenitz Pro Shoes, $60 (Originally $85)
Last week, Anne Hathaway’s cool-girl outfit—jeans and classic Adidas Sambas—inspired me to shop for my own pair of the famous sneakers, which is how I discovered a handful of under-the-radar markdowns on the brand’s website. Right now, you can save up to 30 percent on the Puig Sambas, sleek Country OG sneakers, chunky Forum 84s, and the classic Noras.
Nora Shoes
adidas
$80
$56
Forum 84 Low ADV Shoes
adidas
$120
$96
Madewell Bag Sale
The Essential Bucket Tote
Madewell
$178
$142
- Expensive-Looking: The Handwoven Leather Tote, $158 (Originally $198)
- Katie Holmes-Worn: The Essential Bucket Tote, $142 (Originally $178)
- Editor’s Pick: The Camren Straw Bag, $94 (Originally $118)
- The Keeper Shoulder Bag, $118 (Originally $148)
- The Dakota Saddle Bag, $134 (Originally $168)
- The Sculptural-Buckle Shoulder Bag, $134 (Originally $168)
I adore Madewell’s handbags—the leather and designs are superb, and they’re not outrageously pricey. Right now, during the brand’s 20-percent off accessory sale, they’re even more reasonable when you use the code SPRING20 at checkout. If you want something you’ll carry year-round, consider the Katie Holmes-worn Essential Bucket Tote, Keeper Shoulder Bag, or this expensive-looking woven leather tote. But if you’re open to a more summery style, I’m obsessed with this straw bag in a beautiful ocean blue.
The Handwoven Leather Tote
Madewell
$198
$158
The Camren Straw Bag
Madewell
$118
$94
Nordstrom Early Summer Sale
Tory Burch Cap-Toe Ballet Flats
Nordstrom
$248
$124
- 55% Off: Dolce Vita Reyes Mary Jane Flats, $54 (Originally $120)
- Comfy-Chic: Caslon Wide Leg Pull-On Linen-Blend Pants, $42 (Originally $60)
- Designer Discount: Tory Burch Cap-Toe Ballet Flats, $124 (Originally $248)
- Chelsea28 High-Neck Sheath, $48 (Originally $80)
- Astr the Label Flared Midi Skirt, $55 (Originally $79)
- Free People Brunch Babe Top, $77 (Originally $128)
Given Nordstrom has more than 29,000 markdowns (crazy), it shouldn't be hard to find all the items on your summer wishlist for less—but of those many markdowns, there are six I’m eyeing. Dolce Vita’s silver Mary Janes and Tory Burch’s cap-toe ballet flats are my top picks, but I’m also eyeing this lightweight top from Free People, this orange midi dress (the perfect wedding guest outfit), and this white midi skirt.
Chelsea28 High-Neck Sheath
Nordstrom
$80
$48
Free People Brunch Babe Top
Nordstrom
$128
$77
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