There are two things I do not play about: my job as Marie Claire's shopping editor, and my little sister. As the eldest daughter, it's my job to make sure that she always has everything she needs. So, when she told me she was heading to Spain with a few of her friends this summer, I obviously had to make a packing list for her.
But because my budget isn't a bottomless pit—no matter how much I wish it was—I'm using the new markdowns in Nordstrom's Half-Yearly Sale to do it. The deals are running until June 1, so she'll have time to order everything she needs. Plus, she can buy everything, from bikinis to jelly mule sandals aptly named for one of the cities on her list, for up to 50 percent off.
But rather than leave her to scroll through endless pages of discounts, I served up the most worth-it deals, below. Keep scrolling for all the best ones. So if you're headed somewhere this summer (even if it's not to Europe!), there's something you can bring along.
Linen is sweat-proof.
Comfortable sneakers are the key to surviving her walking-heavy days.
She needs these because I love them.
A kitten heel is perfect for whatever her evenings have in store.
The weather can be finicky, so she can't only bring shorts and mini dresses.
This dress is the definition of her personal style.
I gasped when I saw these.
Editors love these mules, so I know she will, too.
I don't know the air conditioning situation at her accommodations, so matching shorty pajamas are a must.
A blazer is the perfect layer.
Naturally, she needs a new suitcase set for her travels.
This is the perfect foundational layer.
I love how breezy this top is.
Cute!
This under-$50 bathing suit feels so elevated.
This top is cute, and the matching bottoms aren't optional.
This bathing suit is reversible, so it's two looks for the price (and suitcase space) of one.
Of course she needs a new cover-up!
This top is available in a few colors, but I like the black version, naturally.
Lightly-tinted sunnies are so trendy right now.
These are for her travel days.
