August 01, 2026

Photo-Illustration: The Strategist; Photos: Retailers

July was a stock-up month for many of us. Senior editor Jen Trolio found great deals on her favorite undies, Athleta’s Sleek Form No Show Boyshort and Chantelle’s Soft Stretch Seamless Hipster, and senior editor Winnie Yang replaced her 10-year-old’s favorite sunscreen stick. Some more highlights: memory-foam-soled Nike flip-flops and senior editor Ailbhe Malone’s one-size-fits-all gift. Here’s everything else we bought in July.

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Photo-Illustration: The Strategist; Photos: Retailers

“We’ve been covering Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale since it began a few weeks ago, and just like last year, the best deals by far are in the women’s section. There have been many fluctuations in size and stock availability since the sale began, but there are still plenty of nice finds — including wardrobe staples like bras and undies and a ton of nice-looking shoes. I’ve rounded up my top picks here, and I’ll keep checking in to add more until the sale ends on Sunday, August 9.” —Sam Daly, deals editor

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