Update: This giveaway is now closed. Thank you to everyone who entered. The winner is Gina Ferrell. Please email therealchiclife@gmail.com to claim your prize. Our next subscriber giveaway will be announced on August 5, 2025.
High Summer is here, and it’s the perfect time to simplify your closet and focus on those easy, elegant pieces you’ll reach for again and again. A well-curated summer capsule wardrobe doesn’t just make getting dressed easier—it helps you feel effortlessly chic all season long and pairs with transitional pieces going into fall.
To help you refresh your summer staples, this month we’re giving away a $150 Nordstrom gift card to one lucky reader!
Whether you’re heading out for weekend brunch, beach getaways, or just enjoying long, golden evenings at home, Nordstrom has everything you need to build a stylish and versatile summer wardrobe. You can find out how to enter below, but first:
What to Include in Your Summer Capsule Wardrobe
If you win (or just feel like treating yourself), here are a few timeless and wearable Nordstrom finds that belong in any summer capsule:
1. Midi Dress for Day or Night
Pick: Madewell Melody Scoopback Smocked Midi Dress
Lightweight, flowy, and flattering—this is your go-to for everything from farmers markets to dinner al fresco.
2. Classic White Linen Button-Up
Pick: Mavi Jeans Long Sleeve Linen Button Up Shirt
Wear it open over a swimsuit, tucked into linen trousers, or tied at the waist with denim shorts—it’s endlessly versatile.
3. Tailored Linen Pants
Pick: Petal & Pup Devlin Linen Wide Leg Pants
Breezy yet polished. Perfect with sandals and a tank for a polished casual look or dressed up with a blazer for warm-weather evenings.
4. Elevated Tank Top
Pick: Open Edit Boat Neck Sleeveless Top
A refined take on the basic tank—great for layering or wearing solo. Choose neutral tones like white, black, or beige to maximize mix-and-match potential.
5. Comfortable Sandals
Pick: Sam Edelman Bay Cutout Slide Sandals or Rothys The Knot Sandal
Go flat for errands or heeled for date night—either way, these add polish and comfort to any outfit.
6. Everyday Crossbody Bag
Pick: COS Mini Straw Bucket Bag
A classic, goes-with-everything straw bag that keeps your hands free and your look pulled together.
7. Neutral Sunnies
Pick: Quay Tempted Cat Eye Sunglasses
Chic, neutral shades instantly elevate your whole look—and protect your eyes from that summer sun.
How to Enter the Giveaway
Make sure you’re subscribed and leave a comment on this article telling us one item you’d love to add to your summer capsule wardrobe.
A winner will be chosen randomly on July 31, 2025, and after checking to make sure that the winner is a subscriber, the winner will receive a Nordstrom e-gift card for the value of $150. Terms and conditions are listed below. Thanks in advance for entering!
Xo,
Courtney
Terms and conditions: This giveaway is open to legal residents of the United States who are 18 years of age or older as of the date of entry. This giveaway is sponsored by The Real Chic Life and is not affiliated in any way with Nordstrom. By participating, you agree to be fully unconditionally bound by these rules, and you represent and warrant that you meet the eligibility requirements. In addition, you agree to accept the decisions of The Real Chic Life as final and binding as it relates to the content of this giveaway. Entries will be accepted online starting July 1, 2025 and ending July 30, 2025 at 11:59pm. A winner will be chosen at random and announced in a blog post on July 31, 2025. The winner will receive an e-gift card in the amount of $150. The winner will have up to one week after the date of the announcement to claim the prize.
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