Nordstrom Rack’s Best-Kept Secret Sale Is Back For Labor Day

In a sea of predictable sale holidays, few genuinely exciting events stand out for savvy sale-hunters — and one of those hallowed markdowns is Nordstrom Rack’s Clear the Rack sale, where the off-price retailer chops an extra 25% off its already deeply discounted clearance section.

Like Nordstrom Rack itself, the event is full of surprises; cropping up periodically with little advance notice and teeming with buyable bargains from beloved in-house brands like BP. and Z by Zella, respected standbys like Madewell, Nike, Steve Madden, and a slew of designer brands that prefer their discounted duds keep a low profile. Ahead, we’re answering all your burning questions about the sale (which ends September 4) and rounding up the need-to-cart goods to consider.

What’s on sale during Nordstrom’s Clear the Rack?

Much of the fashion, beauty, home goods, and tech accessories that have trickled down from Seattle-based retailer’s inventory to the discount floor will be available on ultra-sale in the coming days. If you can find it at Nordstrom, chances are you can find it at Nordstrom Rack.

How long will Nordstrom’s Clear the Rack sale last?

While the event isn’t by any means a flash in the pan, blink and you will miss it — the sale, which started August 31, ends September 4.

What are the best deals at Nordstrom’s Clear the Rack sale?

Everything in the shop’s last-chance clearance section is marked down an additional 25% during the limited-time sale. Some of our favorite best-of-the-best deals this sale has to offer can be found below — simply keep on reading.

Go Couture Drawstring Sleeveless Jumpsuit, $168 $39.98

Is there anything more perfect for this transitional weather than a black jumpsuit? We don’t think so!

Kenneth Cole Out of Bounds 24″ Hardside Suitcase, $200 $78.72

Consider this a sign that it’s time to get yourself a new suitcase — whether it’s for a last summer vacation or prepping for future Holiday trips.

Sam Edelman Kit Slingback Block Heel Sandal, $140 $41.98

There’s no better way to celebrate date night than with a fancy black sandal by Sam Edelman — especially if it’s under $50.

Z by Zella Steady 7/8 Pocket Joggers, $29.97 $19.99

These joggers by reader-favorite brand Z by Zella can be worn for a light workout or for a casual athleisure moment — they’re a definite must-have.

Kate Somerville Delikate Try Me 3-Piece Kit, $49 $17.47

This Kate Somerville set is for stressed and dehydrated skin and includes travel-sized versions of the Delikate Recovery Cream, Delikate Recovery Serum, and Delikate Soothing Cleanser.

True & Co. True Body Lift V-Neck Soft Form Band Bra, $58 $28.97

This ultra-soft and supportive bra from True & Co. might be familiar to Nordstrom Anniversary fanatics. It’s a long-time favorite for our readers, and now it’s under $30 on Nordstrom Rack.

Corkcicle Colorblock Canteen, $39.95 $18.73

This insulated canteen bottle is both useful for keeping your favorite beverages cold (or hot) and aesthetically pleasing with its neutral red colors.

MIA Taley Western Boot, $89.99 $38.48

Featuring stacked heels and embroidered details, these MIA cowboy boots will (surprisingly) pair well with all your closet favorites.

Madewell The Perfect Jean Short Tencel Lyocell Edition, $74.50 $19.99

These denim shorts are comfortably stretchy, flatteringly high-waisted, and stylishly distressed.

Adornia 14K Gold Plated Swarovski Crystal Accented Winding Snake Ring, $225 $19.98

If you’re putting the finishing touches to your Taylor Swfit’s Eras tour outfit, this Reputation-inspired snake gold ring on sale for 91% off is perfect.

AquaSonic DUO Dual Ultrasonic Toothbrushes with 10 DuPont Brush Heads & 2 Travel Cases, $229 $49.99

This duo set is perfect for couples (or even roommates!) who take their dental health seriously.

Levi’s Faux Leather Fashion Belted Moto Jacket, $180 $45.48

With its glinting zips and a belted hem, this cream-colored, water-repellent faux leather moto jacket cut is the right amount of chic and rugged.

Rebecca Minkoff Eau de Parfum, $55 $22.47

An under-$25 feminine fragrance? Yes, please. It features a beautiful blend of cardamom essence, coriander seed essence, bergamot, tobacco accord, jasmine absolute, karmaflor, tonka, labdanum resin, and patchouli essence.

ELLO 5-Piece Mix Plastic Food Containers, $49.99 $17.98

Stylish and convenient, this set of five differently-sized containers will let you prep food in style for under $20.

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I Put A Pair Of Sheertex’s Allegedly Unrippable Tights To The Test — Here’s My Review

We’ve all been there: It’s a chilly 50 degrees, too warm for heavy layers but too chilly to bare your legs. In other words, the perfect day to don a pair of tights, the transitional weather warrior. You grab a recently bought pair of sheer tights, slip them on and head into the world. You’re outside for approximately two seconds when you walk a little too close to some spiky hedges and your once intact pair of tights is officially snagged. The dread. The horror. The woe. You are now forced to take them off and shiver for the rest of the day or suck it up and hope the one rip comes off as “edgy” at best. Then rinse and repeat the next day with another pair of $10 tights that are sure to suffer the same fate. We all know this feeling all too well, but what if this unfortunate series of events could be avoided forever? Enter Sheertex, an intimates brand dedicated to fixing this exact issue with their tougher-than-steel, seemingly indestructible tights.

According to the site, the Classic Sheer Rip-Resist Tights (the brand’s most popular and bestselling style) are constructed with their patent-pending custom fabric that utilizes one of the world’s strongest polymers often used in ballistics and mountain climbing. And, thanks to clever Instagram marketing showing these tights withstanding every potential rip and tear sent its way, Sheertex is taking the hosiery world by storm and shaking up our preconceived notions about what our clothing is capable of taking on.

Classic Sheer Rip-Resist Tights, $59 $45

Unsurprisingly, curious shoppers have been unable to resist tights that have been shown to hold dumbbells, pineapples, and even an entire person without a single tear. And as of recent, my feed has been inundated with waves of rave reviews from influencers and the general public alike who swear by not only the resiliency of Sheertex tights but also the wearability. On Sheertex’s own site, reviewers express their fondness for the pantyhose writing, “I am used to tights rolling down my torso throughout the day, and I never have to worry about that with these tights.” Although the price point may seem a little steep ($69 at full price), many users share that they’ve saved money from not having to go through so many replacements. “I’m a flight attendant who rips through pantyhose like you wouldn’t believe. These have saved me so much money, I won’t be buying anything else”, explained another reviewer.

Naturally, the glowing commentary got me curious. Are these tights really and truly snag-proof and as tough and resilient as everyone seems to claim? I needed to see for myself, so I reached out to the Sheertex PR reps for a sample and got to work. Ahead, read my thoughts on the fit, feel, and toughness of Sheertex’s most popular Classic Sheer Tights plus some commentary from a fellow R29 shopping team writer who swears by the seemingly rip-proof tights.

Classic Sheer Rip-Resist Tights, $59 $45

“As soon as the tights arrived, I opened up a package with a very cute kitten on it that read ‘Chaos Resistant.’ Cute furry animals are always a good sign in my book, and this mischievous cat is a nod to the damage they can wreck with their pointy claw on more snagg-able, rippable pairs.

I proceeded to slip on my pair of the Classic Sheer Rip-Resist Tights which I got in a size 3X. One of my biggest qualms with tights is that the crotch area never fully comes up and sits where it is supposed to. There’s always a drop crotch in other tights I’ve tried which makes it uncomfortable to wear for a super long period of time. These Sheertex tights did not have that issue. They went on really well and seemed to have a little bit more compression than other pairs of everyday sheer tights I’ve worn.

The tights honestly look pretty much like exactly what you’d expect from sheer tights, so I was a little bit worried that it wouldn’t live up to all the hype. However, I pressed forward. I started off by scratching the tights with my nails to see if I could cause any snagging or pulling of thread. I really went for it, and I scratched up a storm. My attempts failed as the tights held up. My nails were due for a trim too, but still nothing.

Then I proceeded to try my best to grab a strong grip of the tights and pulled and tugged them with a sufficient amount of force and lo and behold still no damage. If they can stand up to attempts to actually rip them, I’m confident they’ll be fine if they get caught on any branches or have to face any difficult elements. These tights are simply built differently than anything I have been used to up until now.

As for wearability, I spent many hours in the tights and even fell asleep in them after a long day. They’re very comfortable and flexible so moving around in them was effortless. The tights also went on with ease. I am wearing the largest size, so I’d love to see the brand extend its sizing more.” –Chichi Offor Associate Writer

Classic Sheer Rip-Resist Tights, $59 $45

“Who doesn’t love a sheer black tight? After years of going through what can only be described as practically single-use, sub-$10 tights, I splurged on a pair of Sheertex after seeing them on Instagram. I’ve owned my pairs (one a sheer black and the other a Swiss dot tight) for a little over a year now and they’re just as sturdy as when I first got them. I got a size small because I’m 5’2, and the fit was perfect — and I truly couldn’t rip them if I tried…which I have attempted to do.

Yes, they’re pricier than your average sheer tight – but for good reason: With proper care (I wash mine on gentle in a delicates bag), these may very well be the last pair of black tights I buy for a very long time.”– Karina Hoshikawa, Beauty and Wellness Writer

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24 Pairs Of Wide-Leg Pants To Loosen Up In This Fall

We already know that wide-leg jeans are back and trending, but did you know that the loose-legged style is popular across a range of other pants right now, too? From wide-leg trousers to flared leggings, we're seeing palazzo-type pants everywhere. It's why we've broken down some of the best wide-leg pants out there. That way you can try out the silhouette for yourself, whether it's a pair of flared jeans or pleated pants for a night out.

Scroll on to see dramatic and subtle styles across work pants, jeans, evening trousers, and lounge pants. You'll also find a fair share of high-waisted wide-leg jeans as well as inclusive plus-size wide-leg jeans in the mix.

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Wide-Leg Trousers & Work Pants

It's time to take on the business-core trend and don a pair of wide-leg pants to the office (but in a fresh, non-stuffy, modern way). Whether you go for a slouchy, pleated style like our pick from Everlane or a subtler, cropped one from Quince, there are many different ways to tap into this silhouette.

Shop Asos

ASOS DESIGN Wide Leg Pants, $, available at ASOS

Quince Ultra Stretch Ponte Cropped Wide Leg Pant

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Quince Ultra Stretch Ponte Cropped Wide Leg Pant, $, available at Quince

Everlane The Way-High Drape Pant

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Everlane The Way-High Drape Pant, $, available at Everlane

Madewell The Harlow Wide-Leg Pant

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Madewell The Harlow Wide-Leg Pant, $, available at Madewell

Banana Republic Wide-Leg Flannel Trouser

Shop Banana Republic

Banana Republic Wide-Leg Flannel Trouser, $, available at Banana Republic

Old Navy High-Waisted Pull-On Pixie Wide-Leg Pants

Shop Old Navy

Old Navy High-Waisted Pull-On Pixie Wide-Leg Pants, $, available at Old Navy

Wide-Leg Jeans

Another fun way to experiment with the wide-leg pant silhouette is with denim. A good pair of jeans is a core fall wardrobe staple and can be dressed up or down with tops, shoes, and accessories. So open your eyes to wide-leg jeans with ankle-length or floor-grazing lengths, solid or distressed washes, and flared or bootcut legs.

Shop Free People

Rolla's Sailor Jeans, $, available at Free People

Eloquii Elements High Rise Button Fly Wide Leg Trouser

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Eloquii Elements High Rise Button Fly Wide Leg Trouser, $, available at Eloquii

Wrangler Bonnie Destructed Loose Flare Jean

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Wrangler Bonnie Destructed Loose Flare Jean, $, available at Wrangler

Seventy + Mochi Queenie High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans

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seventy + mochi Queenie High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans, $, available at Anthropologie

Reformation Cary High Rise Slouchy Wide Leg Cropped Jeans

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Reformation Cary High Rise Slouchy Wide Leg Cropped Jeans, $, available at Reformation

Levi’s Ribcage Wide Leg Jeans

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Levi's Ribcage Wide Leg Jeans, $, available at Levi's

Wide-Leg Evening Pants

An easy way to dip into the wide-leg waters is through dressy pants. When we get dressed up to go out, we tend to look for statement pieces, so why not go for a funky pair of pants? From bright colors and metallic finishes to faux leather and satin fabrics, there are plenty of wide-leg styles to play around with.

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AQUA Wide Leg Pants, $, available at Bloomingdale's

Maeve The Colette Cropped Wide-Leg Faux Leather Pants

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Maeve The Colette Cropped Wide-Leg Faux Leather Pants, $, available at Anthropologie

Cider Curve PU Solid High Waist Wide Leg Trousers

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cider Curve PU Solid High Waist Wide Leg Trousers, $, available at Cider

Abercrombie & Fitch Sloane Tailored Satin Pant

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Abercrombie & Fitch Sloane Tailored Satin Pant, $, available at Abercrombie & Fitch

River Island Plus Sequin Wide Leg Trousers

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River Island Plus Sequin Wide Leg Trousers, $, available at River Island

BLANKNYC Franklin High Waist Faux Leather Wide Leg Pants

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BLANKNYC Franklin High Waist Faux Leather Wide Leg Pants, $, available at Nordstrom

Wide-Leg Lounge Pants & Leggings

Nothing's cozier than a pair of oversized sweatpants, so we think you'd love a new pair of wide-leg ones for the fall and winter. Many brands have already hopped on the wide-leg silhouette, so you can find a range of comfy leggings, fashion-forward sweatpants, denim-hybrid pants, and ultra-casual trousers.

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Daily Practice Utility Wide-Leg Pants, $, available at Anthropologie

Lululemon Groove Super-High-Rise Flared Pant

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Lululemon Groove Super-High-Rise Flared Pant, $, available at Lululemon

Vuori Sedona Wide-Leg Sweatpant

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Vuori Sedona Wideleg Sweatpant, $, available at Vuori

Halara High Waisted Crossover Stretchy Knit Denim Flare Pants

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Halara High Waisted Crossover Stretchy Knit Denim Flare Pants, $, available at Halara

Adidas All SZN Fleece Wide Pants

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Adidas All SZN Fleece Wide Pants, $, available at Adidas

Athleta Brooklyn Heights Wide Trouser

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Athleta Brooklyn Heights Wide Trouser, $, available at Athleta

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Peer-To-Peer Fashion Rental Is On The Rise. Meet The Apps To Get You Started.

When Lucy Hall was considering returning to the fashion industry — after briefly making a career switch from a model agent to restauranteur — she told herself, she would only come back if she wasn’t contributing to the landfill crisis. “I just couldn’t encourage people to keep consuming,” she tells Refinery29. Alongside co-founder and British model Jade McSorley, she found her happy medium in Loanhood, a peer-to-peer clothing rental app that allows users to lend their clothes.

The way it works: Lenders create profiles where they list their personal clothes, with items ranging from designer fashion and vintage to emerging brands, for users to borrow at a rental fee. This isn’t the only fashion company with a shared economy and sustainability mindset on the market right now: Nada Shepherd started ReSuit in 2019, while Eshita Kabra-Davies launched ByRotation in the United States earlier this year after having success in the UK in 2022. Not only are peer-to-peer rental apps becoming as common as clothing swaps and closet sales, but they’re also growing fast: Since launching, ByRotation has amassed 400,000 users on the app (including fashion editors and creators like Chrissy Ford and Camille Charriere) and 77,000 listings.

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While fashion rental services are nothing new — platforms like Rent The Runway, Vivrelle, and URBN’s Nuuly have risen in popularity as sustainable alternatives to shopping new over the last few years — apps like ByRotation, Resuit, and Loanhood are newsworthy for cutting out the middleman and connecting users to exchange goods directly (albeit for a commission). “We don’t hold stock,” says Kabra-Davies. “Everything belongs to people.” With that in mind, she sees ByRotation more like a social network than a traditional rental app. “It’s very similar to Instagram,” she says. “People end up following each other and [can] repeat rent from the same person over and over again.” 

In fact, some of the apps even encourage loaners and renters to meet in person to exchange goods, rather than ship, if only to lower the transactions’ carbon footprint. (Taking it a step further, Loanhood hosts in-person clothing swaps.)

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A former fashion designer, Nada Shepard recalls thinking of alternative ways for designers and brands to lower their production and avoid waste when coming up with ReSuit. “Every step along the [fashion production] pipeline has added waste, added environmental impact,” Shepard says. “I remember I said, ‘There’s got to be a better way,’” While ReSuit currently works on a peer-to-peer model, Shepard’s ultimate dream is to have brands join the platform, thus eliminating the need to produce massive orders that may never end up being purchased by customers: “[Instead,] why doesn’t the designer create a mini collection — one cut of each size — and then rent it out?”

Loanhood is already testing this out by working with the London College of Fashion and Central Saint Martins to rent students’ and recent graduates’ collections to raise awareness for up-and-comers who may otherwise be unable to enter the cost-prohibitive retail space. “We have some amazing one-of-a-kind pieces that are kind of out-there but which are perfect for rental,” Hall says. Bonus: “It gives designers an outlet to make money from their creations.”

For everyday renters, it’s also proving a lucrative side hustle. According to Kabra-Davies, some customers on ByRotation are making nearly $4,000 per month by renting out their clothes. “We’ve had incredible success stories,” she says, pointing to a secondhand Shrimps bag (retail prices for which start around $350) that made nearly $1,500 after being rented so many time times and a Self Portrait dress ($350 and up) that made over $2,200. “It’s been really interesting creating this community where fashion is treated as an [investment],” she says. “Not just with Chanel or Birkin bags, but your average dress.”

It should be noted that cutting out the middleman comes with a heftier set of responsibilities for lenders, who are essentially running a store out of their houses. Unlike traditional rental platforms, peer-to-peer rental apps task their users with the washing and dry-cleaning of their clothes, as well as shipping and handling (which users often work into the final rental price). There is also the risk of damage and theft to their personal property, although some apps, like Loanhood and ByRotation, cover expenses and costs when a piece is reported as damaged or lost. Kabra-Davies says she doesn’t see this as a deterrent. “We’re operating in a space where things like Airbnb and Uber are like very well-established services that everyone has adopted. It’s no less different from sleeping in someone else’s bed or actually living in an apartment or home.”

Beyond the monetary successes, what excites these founders is the opportunity to connect style-minded individuals and encourage a more sustainable future that prioritizes keeping clothing out of the landfills for as long as possible. “The main thing that we all have in common is the belief that circular fashion and sustainability needs to be inclusive to everyone and anyone,” says Kabra-Davies.

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