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As one of the biggest department stores in the world, Nordstrom is always an incredibly popular place to shop, but the best time of the year to shop is right now. The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale has deals on everything from fashion and footwear to beauty and grooming products and home decor — and the prices are even better than Black Friday.

The sale officially kicked off on July 28 and runs up until August 8. On August 9, you can expect prices to go back up.

As a team of professional product reviewers, we've been scouring through the sale since the deals were available to preview at the beginning of the month, but we've also been doing some shopping of our own. 

To help you get an idea of what to browse first, we've rounded up some of the items from the Insider Reviews team's personal wishlists. See what we're most excited to shop from this year's sale, below.

Made from faux leather, these joggers are comfortable, stretchy, and stylish.

The Diptyque set includes five signature scents — Baies, Figuier, Roses, Feuille de Lavande, and Feu de Bois.

Sam Edelman's classic white sneakers are lightweight and cushioned, and they'll become an instant classic in your wardrobe.

This slim, travel-friendly mirror has LED lighting and phone-clip attachments, making it like a ring light you can take on the go.

Treat your feet to the plush feeling of UGG slippers. This pair has a convenient slide style and a rubber lug sole you can take outside.

These classic jeans will go with just about anything in your closet, and you can snag them for $30 off during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.

Better for your skin and the environment, these reusable rounds will replace your cotton balls.

Perfect for your return to the office, this mug and warmer keeps your coffee or tea warm for hours. Save $25 on the set during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.

These jumbo-sized bottles will last a while and will give you the gorgeous hair you've always wanted.

Made to be lightweight, stretchy, and comfortable, you'll want to wear these shorts daily.

Not only does this diffuser fill your space with beautiful scents, but it looks cool on your mantle, too. You can score it for $10 off during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.

The Adidas Ultra Boost is revered for its multi-use functionality. It's built for running, but it's also great for walking and casual wear.

This tipped polo is stretchy and moisture-wicking.

If you're a fan of deep V-necks, the Natori Feathers Bra will keep you supported while staying out of sight.

This faux leather moto jacket comes with a removable knit hood, so it's actually like having two jackets in one.

NuFACE Trinity Facial Toning Kit is an award-winning skin care regimen designed to stimulate the facial muscles for a more youthful appearance.

This above-the-ankle boot features hits of leather and suede on the upper and a decorative buckle.

With no wires and two colors in one, this reversible bra is comfortable and versatile.

Kiehl's Ultimate Strength Hand Salve is an all-star hand cream that's well-known for soothing even dry, cracked hands while providing a "glove-like" barrier for your skin.

Hydro Flask's TempShield insulation keeps liquids hot for up to 6 hours and cold for up to 24 hours.

These adorable candles not only smell amazing, but they come in darling tins that you can use for storage once the wax is burnt down.

The Aarke Carbonator III uses a simple pull-down handle to create intense levels of fizz, and its beautiful design will fit right in among your countertop appliances.

Featuring a vintage-style faded wash, this T-shirt fits into any casual wardrobe.

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