Nordstrom opens in Ottawa

Hundreds of people attended Nordstrom's "Beauty Bash" before the store opened at 9:30am.

Iconic U-S retailer Nordstrom opened its first Ottawa store today.

Hundreds of people were on-hand for an opening-day party that started two hours before the store opened. Nordstrom offered free food, music, and make-overs.

High-end brands are part of Nordstrom's appeal but with some designer shoes priced at over $1,000 a pair, it isn’t for everyone.