Nordstrom.com began in 1901, under the wings of John W. Nordstrom, who used his stake from the Alaska gold rush to open a small store in Seattle, Washington. The company abided by values that helped it thrive to this day, by offering quality, value, selection, and service. To this day, Nordstrom still holds these philosophies and has now proudly become one of the nation's leading fashion retailers offering a vast array of clothing, shoes, and accessories for women, men, juniors, babies, and kids at stores across the country. Committed to excellence and integrity, the company strives to make the shopping experience more enjoyable.