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    Nordstrom’s Half-Yearly Sale Is Hiding Designer Bags Under $1,000

    There are so many amazing finds if you take the time to dig.

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    Published 29 May 2025 In News

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    I’m doing my best to be an on-budget shopper, but Nordstrom’s Half-Yearly Sale is making it tricky to stay on track. The huge selection of discounted designer bags caught my eye this morning, so I just had to round up the best finds for you to shop, even if I can’t.

    My list of must-haves includes selections from brands like Mansur Gavriel (a longtime favorite brand of Katie Holmes) and the cool-girl New York label The Row. After hours of searching, I also found a few work bags to elevate your summer outfits and shoulder bags that are ready for a night out, guaranteed to earn you dozens of compliments. In short, this is your guide to the best designer bags under $1,000 at Nordstrom—you’re welcome.

    The sale officially ends on June 1, so keep scrolling to shop the discounted finds before they sell out. Spoiler alert: several of my finds probably will.

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    If you're really balling on a budget right now, I also found chic under-$100 finds and enough trendy sneakers to make you ditch the rest of your summer shoes for good.

    Mini Candy Leather Hobo Bag

    Mansur Gavriel
    Mini Candy Leather Hobo Bag (Was $445)
    $312
    SHOP NOW

    Tap into the sage green color trend with this shoulder bag.

    Flip Satin Shoulder Bag

    Proenza Schouler
    Flip Satin Shoulder Bag (Was $1,290)
    $903
    SHOP NOW

    This sweet satin shoulder bag feels slightly early aughts-inspired.

    The Jwa Corner Denim Bucket Bag

    JW Anderson
    The Jwa Corner Denim Bucket Bag (Was $1,050)
    $630
    SHOP NOW

    A denim tote has never looked so cool.

    Canteen Leather Shoulder Bag

    The Row
    Canteen Leather Shoulder Bag (Was $2,550)
    $1785
    SHOP NOW

    This bag from The Row won't be in stock for long.

    Classic Bow Satin Shoulder Bag

    Simone Rocha
    Classic Bow Satin Shoulder Bag (Was $820)
    $492
    SHOP NOW

    Give your bag collection the girlhood treatment with this bow-adorned pick.

    Plainview Tote

    Donna Karan New York
    Plainview Tote (Was $448)
    $268
    SHOP NOW

    Meet your new everyday carry-all.

    Romeo Leather Crossbody Bag

    STAUD
    Romeo Leather Crossbody Bag (Was $395)
    $277
    SHOP NOW

    This bag from cool-girl brand Staud is fit for a chic New Yorker.

    Squillo Raffia Tote

    STAUD
    Squillo Raffia Tote (Was $495)
    $347
    SHOP NOW

    Woven bags are my summer obsession.

    Mini Ella Bio Tote

    Tory Burch
    Mini Ella Bio Tote (Was $248)
    $174
    SHOP NOW

    You can never go wrong with a Tory Burch tote.

    Megan Leather Hobo Bag

    Rebecca Minkoff
    Megan Leather Hobo Bag (Was $278)
    $222
    SHOP NOW

    Rebecca Minkoff's bags are the perfect mix of subdued and cool.

    Timmy Beaded Shoulder Bag

    STAUD
    Timmy Beaded Shoulder Bag (Was $350)
    $245
    SHOP NOW

    Beaded bags continue to trend, and this one from Staud caught my eye.

    Small Grommet Leather Shopper

    Veronica Beard
    Small Grommet Leather Shopper (Was $498)
    $299
    SHOP NOW

    Wear this white crossbody on your next night out.

    Aria Belt Bag Pebbled Leather 5-Way Convertible Handbag

    SENREVE
    Aria Belt Bag Pebbled Leather 5-Way Convertible Handbag (Was $495)
    $347
    SHOP NOW

    I love Senreve's sleek range of accessories. This one would make the perfect travel bag.

    Voyageur Just in Case Packable Nylon Travel Backpack

    Tumi
    Voyageur Just in Case Packable Nylon Travel Backpack (Was $150)
    $119
    SHOP NOW

    I own this backpack and can attest to its impressive capacity. It's my favorite laptop-friendly style for a reason.

    Miss M Mini Cargo Leather Bag

    Maje
    Miss M Mini Cargo Leather Bag (Was $520)
    $364
    SHOP NOW

    The cargo bag trend is everywhere, so pick up this one from Maje.

    Edie Chevron Embossed Leather Top Zip Crossbody Bag

    Rebecca Minkoff
    Edie Chevron Embossed Leather Top Zip Crossbody Bag (Was $198)
    $158
    SHOP NOW

    This tan pick is the easiest summer bag.

    Gigi Low Naplak 11quot;

    Teddy Blake
    Gigi Low Naplak 11" (Was $530)
    $451
    SHOP NOW

    Butter yellow has officially taken over my wardrobe thanks to this pick.

    Marc Jacobs, The Dual Chain Strap Mini Bag (Was $295)

    Marc Jacobs
    The Dual Chain Strap Mini Bag (Was $295)
    $207
    SHOP NOW

    Cherry red continues to be the it-color of the season.

    Falabella Leopard Print Bucket Bag

    Stella McCartney
    Falabella Leopard Print Bucket Bag (Was $1,275)
    $765
    SHOP NOW

    Follow Jennifer Lopez's lead and opt for leopard print this summer.

    Mini Platt Crackle Leather Shoulder Bag

    Acne Studios
    Mini Platt Crackle Leather Shoulder Bag (Was $1,150)
    $690
    SHOP NOW

    This crossbody bag is perfect for a night out.

    Studded Logo Faux Leather Tote

    Stella McCartney
    Studded Logo Faux Leather Tote (Was $1,175)
    $705
    SHOP NOW

    I love this modern take on a shoulder bag.

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