Fall may be a distant galaxy away (thank our lucky stars!), but today's an ideal time to shop for it, because 's epic early-access sale launched today. Up for grabs: key fall pieces at up to 40% off!** The most desirable ones--i.e., the just-hit-the-rack looks that I know I'll throw on again and again and never tire of--include this striped, puff-sleeved sweater, these velvet sandals (above, left), these spot-on, demi-boot jeans, this classic suede tote bag, and this print dress (similar to above, left). Check it all out .

**To access the sale now, you need to have a card which you can register for on the Nordstrom site. The sale items will be available to non-account holders as well in a week.

Photo: Loeffler Randall