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14 Summer Fashion Sale Finds To See Before The Season Ends

We scoured all the sales so you don't have to, and picked the best styles.
14 Summer Fashion Sale Finds To See Before The Season Ends
By Jamila Stewart · Updated August 31, 2022

If you favor the summer season, at least fashion-wise, then you probably already know the best time to shop for said season isn’t really the time leading up to it or even during the summer months. It’s that transition period between summer and fall when the biggest brands have put many of their summer clothing styles on sale, where the best gems are found.

Of course, summer has already met its official end, but while most of us still have warmer weather on our side, now marks the perfect time to get your hands on pieces you may have been eyeing all season and you still have a bit of time to get some wear out of them. Many of the summer styles on the market are perfectly primed to be transitioned into your fall wardrobe, as well — Think crop tops you can wear under blazers, button-downs to style with jeans and a light jacket, chunky knit skirts, and more.

Ahead, shop the best fashion deals from seasonal savings events such as Nordstrom’s Summer Sale and more.

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01 BP. V Neck Crop Tank

Somehow, crop tops have went from being the MVP of the summer to becoming a key ingredient for any outfit, no mater the season. Get ready to pair this with cardigans, blazers, jean jackets, and literally anything else.

Available at Nordstrom
16 Shop Now
02
02 Open Edit Drawstring Wide Leg Pants

Featuring a drawstring and a wide waist band, these are as comfortable as a pair of pants that will simultaneously make you look put together come.

Available at Nordstrom
47 Originally $59 Shop Now
03
03 Faherty Summer Sands Linen Pant

There are so many outfits to be made with a pair of versatile pants such as these (thinking styling them with a cardigan, a fitted tee, or a collared top, and the list goes on).

Available at Faherty
59 Originally $158 Shop Now
04
04 Mango Sequin Tulle Skirt

It’s not too late to get in on the mini skirt craze if you missed out this summer. This sequined style from Mango is a reminder that going-out style is only getting brighter and bolder for the season, regardless of the color.

Available at Mango
36 Originally $50 Shop Now
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05 Nordstrom Long Sleeve Linen Blend Blouse

Pro tip: always grab the button downs from the summer sales, because there’s hardly anything as trend-transcending or that you’ll wear more.

Available at Nordstrom
40 Originally $89 Shop Now
06
06 Zara Printed Carousel

This Zara top works just as well for the upcoming season as it does for summer. Pair it back to jeans and a woven cardigan for a casual day out, or with a loose fit, tan suit set for a day at the office.

Available at Zara
10 Originally $46 Shop Now
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07 MISBHV SSENSE Exclusive Green Nylon Mini Dress

Whether you’re wearing this over a swimsuit for your final visits of the season to the beach, or with a another slip underneath for added coverage, this mesh dress comes with a funky print you mix with anything.

Available at SSENSE
133 Shop Now
08
08 Savannah Morrow Wrap Top

Savannah Morrow’s Wrap Top is without a doubt one the standout, unique styles of the season, and it comes in a deep sage that will look stunning in the fall before the warm temperatures are gone for good.

Available at Revolve
86 Originally $95 Shop Now
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09 Wales Bonner Djembe Knitted Skirt

Not the average crochet knit skirt, this option form Wales Bonnor is ultra-chunky with a rich chocolate hue that will stand out in your closet, while equally goes-with-anything.

Available at Farfetch
394 Originally $785 Shop Now
10
10 Lioness No Love Loss Dress

You’ll be glad to have this backless number from Lioness in your closet come next date night – all it needs is a pair of dainty heels, and a shoulder bag.

Available at Shopbop
39 Originally $79 Shop Now
11
11 Banana Republic Racerback Tank Dress

The ultimate sundress just went on a steep discount.

Available at Banana Republic
20 Originally $90 Shop Now
12
12 Pleated Off The Shoulder Ballon Sleeve Top

Pleats have earned a spot on the list of biggest trends of the year, and you can mix and match this royal blue hue through the upcoming style season better than you’d think.

Available at Express
50 Originally $68 Shop Now
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13 Levi’s 501® Original Cutoff Denim Shorts

The only thing better than Levi’s alone is Levi’s on sale. Add these to your summer rotation today, and they’re a style you’re guaranteed to be looking forward to pulling out again next year.

Available at Nordstrom
70 Shop Now
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14 ASTR The Label Cowl Slip Midi Dress

Slip dresses are one of those staples you can take through any season. Pair this one with lace up sandal heels for the remainder of the summer, and with a trench blazer and tights during the cooler months.

Available at Nordstrom
71 Originally $89 Shop Now

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