The Best Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2023 Shoe Deals to Shop This Year From New Balance, Birkenstock, and More

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As footwear enthusiasts who love good deals, we plan our schedules around the Nordstrom Anniversary sale when it rolls around once a year. How could we not when very few shopping events feature coveted Nike sneakers, cute summer sandals, ankle boots, and women’s slippers at clearance-level discounts? 

Lucky for us, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2023 is almost back, and it’s bigger than ever — just check out the Nordstrom Anniversary preview! While the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2023 begins on July 13 for Nordstrom cardmembers and July 17 for the public, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale preview period has already started, so shoppers can look but not buy.

During Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale, shoppers can find new and exciting standouts like Hunter clogs and Teva platform sandals and staples like New Balance 574 sneakers and Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star High Top shoes, which you can never go wrong with. “Whether customers are looking to build a capsule wardrobe or shop the latest trends, the Anniversary Sale has something for everyone,” says Nordstrom Stylist Kathy Brown in a press release.

While adding everything to your cart is tempting, it’s better to be strategic to find the best Nordstrom Anniversary shoe deals. After all, this sale is a marathon, not a sprint. That’s why we carefully sifted through all dress shoes for the office, athletic sneakers for working out, fun platform sandals for the weekend, white sneakers for the tennis court, slip-on sneakers for travel, and everything in between.

So keep scrolling to learn everything we know about the upcoming Nordstrom Anniversary 2023 sale shoe deals, including a sneak peek of the shoes you can expect at the event and some great discounted footwear options to shop right now for yourself or to give as a gift to a sneakerhead. Be sure to bookmark this page, as we’ll regularly update you here with our footwear favorites on sale throughout Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale 2023, which ends August 6.

Top Early Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Shoe Deals

Top Picks From Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale Preview

When is Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale?

This year, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale officially starts on July 17, but Nordstrom cardmembers get to shop early! Follow the status levels below to determine the first day you’re eligible to shop.

• July 11: Icon cardmembers, those who purchase $15,000+ of merchandise a year using a Nordstrom credit card.
• July 12: Ambassador cardmembers, those who spend $5,000+ annually using a Nordstrom credit card.
• July 13: Influencer cardmembers, those who spend $500+ a year using a Nordstrom credit card.
• July 17: Nordy Club members, individuals part of Nordstrom’s free rewards program, and the general public. 

Through August 6, everyone can snag designer finds and closet staples at a fraction of the price with savings of up to 60 percent. That said, keep in mind that these Nordstrom Anniversary deals tend to go fast, so it’s smart to quickly swoop up anything you love before it sells out.

Do I Need to be a Nordstrom Member to Shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale?

You don’t need to be a Nordstrom cardmember to shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2023. However, early access to Anniversary Sale is only available to cardmembers who have Nordstrom Visa or Nordstrom retail cards.

Wondering how you can get Early Access? There’s only one thing to know: the Nordstrom card is the key.

If you don’t have a Nordstrom card, it’s not too late to apply! All you have to do is sign-up on Nordstrom.com and wait for approval. If you qualify, you’ll be considered for a Visa Signature or Visa Platinum card based on your credit. If you don’t qualify for a Visa credit card, your application will be considered for a Nordstrom retail credit card which can be used to save at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2023!

Once you become a Nordstrom cardmember, you will earn benefits based on how much you spend. For example, ‘Influencers’ will get free basic alterations, be the first to shop select brands, free two-day shipping, and three personal double points days. ‘Ambassadors’ will get the same benefits plus four personal double points days, the opportunity to attend invite-only events, and personalized, expert styling services. Those part of the top-tier level, ‘Icon,’ will earn five personal double points and get unlimited free alterations, same-day delivery, invitations to icon-only events, and a free meal or spa experience. Plus, they’ll be reimbursed for Nordstrom credit card fees.

What Type of Shoe and Sneaker Deals Should We Expect During the 2023 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale?

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is about to begin, but before you shop, you can preview this year’s biggest footwear deals on Nordstrom.com. Nordstrom has graced us with over 50 pages of Anniversary Sale footwear goodness, and we like what we see.

For those with their eyes set on picking up summer footwear, shoppers can find brand-new arrivals and tried-and-true silhouettes. For example, since cute summer sandals like wedge sandals and flatforms were spotted throughout the spring 2023 collections, we suggest adding the slew of options from Stuart Weitzman, Schutz, Teva, and the Open Edit to your cart. Also, check out the various chunky loafers from brands like Steve Madden, Karl Lagerfeld, and Sam Edelman since they’ll take you straight from summer to fall — just add a pair of cool-girl Nike socks. 

If you’re looking for an easy way to make your wardrobe feel fresh again, no matter the time of year, navigate through the best workout sneakers from top brands like Nike, Adidas, Asics, and New Balance. There are deals on women’s and men’s cross-training shoes, women’s and men’s walking shoes, and trail running shoes. Plus, you can save on some of the best running shoes, which you can wear for just about any activity.

Meet the Author

Nikki Chwatt is the Style Commerce Editor for Footwear News and WWD, where she writes and edits shopping stories on celebrity style, the latest fashion trends, and new shoe releases. Before joining Footwear News, Chwatt wrote for publications, including Editorialist. In her spare time, Chwatt can be found scouring the internet, especially Nordstrom.com, for the best sneakers, sandals, loafers, and boots to add to her ever-growing collection. Learn more about us here.