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The Best of Nordstrom’s Half Yearly Sale for Men

June 17, 2011 By Joe | Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. Also, we take your privacy rights seriously. Head here to learn more.

Nordstrom’s Half Yearly Sale for Men – The Top 1%

Nordstrom isn’t like Macy’s which seems to run a sale every week.  Their prices are also unlike Macy’s, and even on-sale their merchandise can get steep.  But with that said, if you’re going to upgrade your wardrobe, now’s not a bad time to do it through Nordstrom.

Their Half Yearly Sale for Men is a select merchandise sale, and the items they’ve marked down range from cheap to teeth achingly expensive.  Dressed up, casual, somewhere in-between… and much of it is marked down by 30% or more.  There’s over 2,400 items on sale.  Here’s what might be considered the top 1 – 2%.
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Allen Edmonds Lombard Wingtip – $199.90 icon ($285.00)
A rare find for under $200.

Proof that the Nordstrom half-yearly sale for men is the real deal.  Allen Edmonds rarely fall under $200.   And if they do?  They’re some weird style that seems like it was an experiment.   Not the case at all here.  Plenty of sizes for these blucher wingtips.  270 Goodyear Welt construction means they’re slimmer than most AEs.  Made in the USA.

 

Calibrate Seersucker Sportcoats – $199.90icon ($345 & $295)
Southern but updated style.

So you’ll be attending some event in blazing hot weather, but you don’t want to invest in a full seersucker suit.  Either of these jackets make for a nice compromise.  The stripes on the navy are much more showy than you see here.   Add in a noticeable peak lapel and it’s not a quiet jacket by any stretch.

 

J. Fold “Substation” Work Bag – $116.90icon ($175)
Four total color options available.

Rugged but still urban looking. Canvas exterior with leather trim.  Well played check interior.  Double top grab handles are perfect.  Doesn’t fit huge laptops though, just 15″ max.

 

Hawkeye Supply Co. Knit Ties – $12.90icon ($19.50)
Made in the USA too.

Maybe a little wooly for some parts of the country, but downright professorial and ready to be worn with jeans.  Three dark color options are up for grabs.  Try the navy with a grey blazer and almost white pants this summer.

 

Hugo Boss Card Case & Money Clip Set – $62.90icon ($95.00)
small dark and handsome

These’ll work.  Knock out both your card case and money clip needs with one swipe.  Still a little pricey at above $60 but the dark metal money clip with the embossed HUGO logo is as good as it gets.

 

1901 Trim Fit Poplin – $38.90icon (reg. $59.90)
Still plenty of summer left.

So who’s got the sartorial onions to pull off the orange?  The blue is pretty bright too, and would do just fine in an attempt to steal a certain power forward’s style.  From the trim fit Nordstrom house brand 1901

 

J. C. Rags Extra Trim Fit Cotton/Linen Blazer – $131.90icon ($198.00)
Navy sizes are extremely limited.

Description says it has “understated shoulder pads.”  Perfect.  Combine that with the linen/cotton blend and that small ticket pocket, and you’ve got one unique wear anywhere this summer casual blazer.

 

Jack Spade Card Case – $42.90icon ($65.00)
Stamped.

Jack Spade excels at clean basics with one or two details that jump.  In this case, and on this case, it’s a plain as can be stamped logo.  Not a bad option for a younger pro.

 

1901 Knit Cotton Ties – $32.90icon ($49.50)
Summer wedding appropriate

Knit ties and cotton ties both work with everything from suits to jeans.  These just happen to be a combination of knit and cotton.  Perfectly spaced stripes, nice color options.

 

Cole Haan Penny Loafer – $119.90icon (reg. $188.00)
Not for Grandmas.

A great shoe for summer that you can wear sockless and keep on wearing right into fall.  Penny loafers used to look schlumpy.  Orthopedic even.  They’re finally starting to slim down and get better toes.  Like these.

 

J. Fold Trooper Weekend Bag – $129.90icon ($195.00)
Cleaned up but not stuffy.

Trapezoid shaped canvas with leather trim.  22.5″ wide so big enough to serve as a true weekend getaway bag.  Also comes in Navy or Charcoal.

 

Calibrate Khaki Cotton Sportcoat – $129.90icon (reg. $195.00)
Has a tiny bit of spandex in it for stretch.

Is the highly similar GAP version not working out for you?  Might give this one a shot.  Nordstrom house brand, leans trimmer in fit, and a jacket you’ll reach for a lot when you’re looking to upgrade a casual look.

 

Public Opinion Wool/Silk Stripedicon | Cotton Mini Stripe Tie – $12.90icon (reg. $19.50)
Pale and made of a wool or cotton blend.

More ties that avoid that glass smooth all silk look.  A good way to inject some southern seersucker feel into your lineup without actually wearing seersucker.

 

1901 Suede Laceups – $64.90icon ($99.95)
Sizes are getting limited in the grey.

Summer suedes are everywhere this year.  The price and lighter sole on these from Nordstrom’s 1901 make for a pretty tough to top combination.

 

Nordstrom Smartcare Trim Fit Dress Shirt – $32.90icon ($49.50)
A solid go to at full price. Now on sale.

Did extremely well in the slim fit dress-shirt palooza.  Won’t be as trim as some would like (still has some room in the body that’ll need tailoring) but the cotton is top notch and the shirt looks terrific.  Also available in in French Cuff.icon

 

Richer Poorer Bold Socks – $7.90icon ($12.00)
Unexpected Ankle Pizazz

The bold sock trend has cemented itself in men’s style and it doesn’t look like it’s going anywhere anytime soon.  Just keep the rest of your getup toned down and they’ll be a nice addition.

 

Timberland Boot Co. Tackhead – $169.90icon ($295)
Probably going to have some traction in these.

One mean looking work-boot from Timberland’s upscale line.  Major points for that leather cap toe and the toothy, nasty, incredibly aggressive outsole.

 

Calibrate Lavender TRIM fit Dress Shirt – $45.90icon (reg. $69.50)
Not Barney the Dinosaur purple.

You can wear lavender.  In a sea of light blue dress shirts (which really, you can’t go wrong in) a lavender will stand out.  Pair it with a lighter gray suit and a black tie and you’ll look nothing like an easter egg.  Plus a few women are guaranteed to tell you they like your shirt.  Micro stripes on this thing, and as trim fit as a shirt gets off the rack.

 

Calibrate Grey Stripe SLIM fit Dress Shirt – $45.90icon ($69.50)
Thicker than pin stripes but the base is still white.

UPDATE: This is one of Calibrate’s “Slim” fit.  Their slim fit shirts have smaller, more modern spread collars, and even less room in the body than their trim fits.  Might even be too tight for some.  Trim fits are a true trim, and my 165lb frame probably wouldn’t have needed tailoring at the sides when I tried one on.  Slim fits are EXTRA trim.  Credit to James III in the comments for noticing the difference.

Meanwhile, over amongst the not so purple shirts… Grey stripes never get the love the deserve.  Could look extra sharp with a navy blazer and almost white chinos.

 

Calibrate Blue Small Windowpane TRIM fit Dress Shirt – $45.90icon ($69.50)
Somewhere between check and windowpane.

The safest play of the three Calibrate dress shirts on sale.  The light blue mini windowpane will give a darker more conservative suit just the right amount of color and pattern for this time of year.

 

1901 Thick Stripe Ties – $32.90 icon ($49.50)
Which way to the polo match?

All silk, 3″ in width, and a complete prep staple.  Consider breaking away from the expected colors and grab one of the green ties.

 

Filson Small Carry On – $173.90icon ($260.00)
Made in the USA

They call it a small carry-on, but at 15.5″ wide it should handle the majority of smaller laptops.  Looks like you’re ready to hop a seaplane for some North woods expedition.

 

Ibiza Collection Cotton Sportcoat – $229.90 icon ($395.00)
Not your average blue blazer

Side vents, white buttons, and of course those stripes.  A real kick in the pants… for a blazer.  When you want to stand out, uh, not-so quietly.  Expensive even at 40% off.

 

Calibrate Nubuck Wingtips – $89.90icon ($130)
Was stuck at $130 forever.

Finally.  Seemed like these things would never go on sale.  Much, much trimmer profile than a standard suede buck.  Comes with a nubuck upper instead of suede.  From the Nordstrom house brand Calibrate.

 

Thomas Pink “Rod Bundle” Sterling Silver Cufflinks – $129.90icon ($195.00)
Miles better than gigantic silver rectangles.

Still expensive at well over $100, but, they are sterling silver.  Just enough texture to the links.  3/4″ wide means they’ll keep your cuffs secure but aren’t enormous either.

 

Magnanni Penny Loafer – $199.90icon ($295)
Hola.

As pretty as a loafer can get.  Made in Spain, where they’re awfully familiar with good looking things.

 

Zanerobe Board Shorts – $39.90icon (reg. $60.00)
Not plain, but still far from harsh.

This is how you do color at the beach.  Especially the pair on the left.  A 7.5″ inseam is a rare middle ground find.  One major drawback:  No liner in these (which I know some of you do prefer)

 

Nordstrom Trim Fit Herringbone Texture Tuxedo Shirt – $65.90icon ($98.50)
A slimmer black tie basic.

Holy crap, there IS such a thing as a trim fit tux shirt.  Egyptian cotton woven in Italy, trimmer fit (but still might need tailoring) and the herringbone provides the expected texture without a goofy pleated front.

 

Allen Edmonds Weybridge Oxford – $214.90icon ($325)
People will look at your feet.

The rogue of the AE World.  Much too out-there for the conservatives who buy old-school/clunky Allen Edmonds shoes in droves.  Risky, but… damn.

The Nordstrom Half-Yearly sale for men launched Friday 6/17 with no word on an end date.

Filed Under: Accessories, Clothing, Shoes, Too Expensive, Travel Tagged With: half yearly sale for men, Nordstrom, Nordstrom men's sale

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Comments

  1. Alex says

    June 17, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    I didn’t know where better to post this question, sorry if a bit off topic.  I need a good, versatile shoe that I could wear with both a suit and also a more dressed down look like say a khaki pant and a button down… in a budget of about $100.  Any help would be greatly appreciated!

  2. Jed says

    June 17, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    I just picked up the AE Weybridge a couple weeks back in the ‘chili’ color. It’s truly a gorgeous shoe. I’ve just recently decided to start spending a little extra on quality footwear and Allen Edmonds are fantastic quality for the price, especially when you catch them on sale.

  3. Simeon Duong says

    June 17, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    Try posting in Dappered Threads (http://threads.dappered.com/)

    A lot of people there are likely looking for (or have found) the exact thing you need.

  4. Alex says

    June 17, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    Thanks, I will look.

  5. John Boyer says

    June 17, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    Nice selection

  6. James III says

    June 17, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Joe…I noticed that the Calibrate grey stripe is their “slim fit,” which their info calls an extra-trim fit.  This was something some of your readers were asking about when you reviewed their regular trim fit in the palooza.  Have you tried one of these?  It sounds perfect for my skinny self, but I have no Nordstrom anywhere near me.

    Great stuff, as usual, and Penelope Cruz, to boot.  Must sign off, 603 more photos of her to go….

  7. Shuang Chen says

    June 17, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    I just broke my wallet by buying that AE wingtip…hopefully the 9.5D fits my slightly wide feet….most of the 9.5 Mercanti Fiorentini at DSW fit me pretty well so I hope they are similar in sizing!

  8. Joe says

    June 17, 2011 at 10:19 PM

    GREAT catch.  I didn’t notice.  The slim fits are extra tight in the sides.  I’m 165-170 and the trim fit was great on me.  If you’re a beanpole, go with the trim fit for sure.  BUT… be warned.  These have smaller collars that work well with slim to skinny ties.  They might not be so hot if you’re going for that substantial collar look.  (And best of luck with the Cruz photo viewing…)

  9. AnonymousJay says

    June 17, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    Grrrr…..

    I really want to pick up those wool/silk striped ties…and at under $13…I probably will…

    Its just that I’ve purchased 6 ties this week already…
    Its really getting out of hand….I think I need help.

  10. andrew7 says

    June 19, 2011 at 3:26 AM

    Jay, I feel your pain.  What may help (or actually hurt) is hitting the thrift circuit for ties.  I started doing this and in the short term – I picked up far too many ties, some of which I will never wear, but some are outstanding vintage designer ties.  Now, I have to realllly love a tie to pay the normal prices now that I’m hooked on $1.99 ties (which can be worth $100 with a good find)

  11. Imran Shakir says

    June 23, 2011 at 2:30 AM

    Picked up a pair of those Calibrate nubucks in the blue color, can’t wait!

  12. Jonathan M says

    June 24, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    For those that own the Calibrate nubucks: Do the shoes fit true to sizing? Generally, I can fit into most 9.5 size shoes, but unfortunately their aren’t any 9-10 sizes left. I’m contemplating whether or not to order the nubucks in the 8.5 or 10.5 to see if they run large or small respectively. Thanks.

  13. yp says

    June 25, 2011 at 2:02 AM

    Regarding that Calibrate slim fit with the grey stripes, I sized up from my normal 15.5 to a 16.5 collar and it seems to fit well in both the torso and collar.  Give it a shot, especially since the other shirts seem to only be available in less common sizes.

  14. guest says

    July 11, 2011 at 5:03 AM

    if you have bought something previously, just forward your receipts to yairoo.com and they will sort through your purchases and let you know if you should be calling nordstrom for price adjustment! got $150 back on a jacket today!

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