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August 2026 Buying Guide

Should You Buy Fashion in August?

August Rating:4/5 - Good
August Verdict

August is a good time to buy fashion. Summer clearance deepens; back-to-school sitewide promotions

Rating4/5
Typical Savings50-70% off
Best MonthJanuary

Month-by-Month Price Calendar

When prices are lowest throughout the year

Jan
Best
40-70% offPost-holiday clearance on winter clothing; deepest markdowns of the yearBest
Feb
OK
20-40% offPresidents Day sales; winter clearance continues but selection thins
Mar
Wait
10-25% offNew spring arrivals at full price; limited deals
Apr
Wait
10-20% offSpring inventory at full price; occasional Easter promotions
May
OK
25-40% offMemorial Day sales; Nordstrom Anniversary Sale early access for cardholders
Jun
OK
20-30% offMid-season markdowns begin; early summer sales
Jul
Best
50-70% offEnd-of-summer clearance begins; Nordstrom Anniversary Sale; July 4th deals
Aug
Great
50-70% offSummer clearance deepens; back-to-school sitewide promotions
Sep
Wait
10-20% offNew fall arrivals at full price; Labor Day brings modest deals
Oct
Wait
10-20% offFall inventory at full price; limited promotions
Nov
Best
30-60% offBlack Friday and Cyber Monday; sitewide sales on current-season styles
Dec
Great
30-50% offHoliday promotions and after-Christmas clearance begins late month
Best Great OK Wait

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Better Months to Buy Fashion

If you can wait, these months typically offer better deals on fashion:

January5/5

Save 40-70% off

July5/5

Save 50-70% off

November5/5

Save 30-60% off

August is rated better than 7 other months for buying fashion. This is one of the best times to buy.

Shopping Events in August

Back-to-School Sales

August 1 - 31

135 days away

End of Summer Sales

August 15 - 31

149 days away

Frequently Asked Questions

Is August a good time to buy fashion?

Yes, August is rated 4/5 for buying fashion. Summer clearance deepens; back-to-school sitewide promotions

What is the best month to buy fashion?

The best month to buy fashion is January, when you can typically save 40-70% off.

How much can I save on fashion in August?

In August, you can typically save 50-70% off on fashion. This is one of the better months for deals.

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Last updated: March 2026All Buying Guides