39 On-Sale Nordstrom Gifts You Can Still Get by Christmas

We get it: Being the ultimate gift-giver while saving for next year’s trips doesn’t always go hand in hand. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible—you just have to get a little savvy. One of our current favorite hacks? Nordstrom is quietly slashing prices on tons of great gift items, so you can skip the hunt and conveniently snag everything on their wish lists in one place.

Coinciding with its winter sale, the retailer has a tucked-away section of curated gifts marked down by up to 60 percent—spanning clothing, accessories, beauty tech, and more. No matter who you’re shopping for or what your budget looks like, there are options across a range of price points, with plenty of thoughtful finds under $100. Even the designer scores we unearthed are at almost unheard-of prices, which means you can look like you balled out while secretly saving hundreds.

The nitty-gritty: Order by December 18 to guarantee delivery by Christmas and earn free shipping (select locations are also eligible for free three-day shipping, but double-check the fine print before procrastinating). Time—and inventory—is running out, so don’t wait. Ahead, we pulled together 39 surefire gifts across categories, including A-list-approved picks and ELLE editor tried-and-trues.

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Best Fashion Gifts

Got a style savant on your hands? Plenty of wardrobe gems are hiding in Nordstrom’s sale section. We uncovered staples like Levi’s jeans, Nordstrom-brand cashmere (which, FYI, is just as cozy as it is reasonably priced), and a Reformation trench coat you’ll want to pull out the second spring hits. And for the first time, editor- and cult-loved label YanYan is offering markdowns on its playful knitwear. If you’re aiming to impress, we suggest scooping up any of its discounted pieces—like this ribbon-adorned, checkerboard-print wrap skirt—plus the coordinating striped short-sleeved sweater to complete the set. Over in the footwear department, cool-girl essentials like Salomon sneakers, studded Tory Burch sandals, and Ugg Mini boots are also going for a fraction of the cost.

Best Beauty Gifts

Perhaps the widest (and best) assortment of discounted gifts is in the retailer’s beauty vertical. The Bluetooth-enabled Dyson Airwrap i.d., which connects to an app for personalized styling, is a rare 23 percent off, while Therabody’s bestselling LED face mask and Dermaflash’s esthetician-loved pore-cleansing tool are up to 30 percent off. Whether you know the brand they love or the one they’ve been dying to try, Nordstrom’s wide selection of gift sets makes snagging the perfect present a cinch. For the Taylor Swift fan, a bundle of matte MAC lipsticks featuring her go-to Ruby Woo shade, a full-size-and-mini duo of one of our favorite Tom Ford perfumes, and three of Eighth Day’s luxurious, skin-regenerating formulas are all available at can’t-miss deals.

Best Handbag Gifts

Handbags are the kind of gifts that both dazzle and prove insanely practical—but no doubt can be expensive. Right now, though, you can save on a range of designer and contemporary silhouettes, like a petite Longchamp bucket bag (now 33 percent off) and the timeless, celeb-loved Coach Tabby (nearly $100 off). We even spotted Kate Middleton’s go-to Mulberry Bayswater tote—ideal for work—reduced by 30 percent in a handful of colors. And because embossed, denim, and suede hobo bags are still all the rage, you might as well round out their collection with Brahmin’s structured Sophia satchel or Madewell’s slouchy Curve Shoulder Bag while prices are this good.

Best Travel Gifts

When in doubt, you can always gift something that makes their travels a little more seamless. A rugged-chic hard-sided suitcase or a versatile jewelry organizer that keeps their baubles tangle-free will go a long way. Or maybe you opt for something they wouldn’t normally buy for themselves but will be so glad you did—like an elegant Maison de Sabré passport holder. And if they’re anything like me and constantly navigating stringent budget-airline carry-on restrictions, my Mary Poppins-style weekender bag from Vee Collective—crafted from water-repellent nylon with tons of handy interior compartments—is now 40 percent off.

Best Jewelry and Accessory Gifts

It almost goes without saying that some of the best gifts come in small packages. Right now, you can score up to 55 percent off gorgeous Oscar de la Renta crystal stud earrings, Fendi cat-eye sunglasses, and a sleek Ferragamo timepiece that will easily complement their existing stack. There’s no shortage of cold-weather accessories, either—think sumptuous Lauren Ralph Lauren leather gloves and cozy alpaca-blend scarves.

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