Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Purchases

You are probably sick of hearing about this sale by now, but I figured I would share my purchases and do a review of the most anticipated sale of the year. For the first time in years, I only purchased a couple items instead of a bunch. Mostly due to the fact that I'm currently six months pregnant so come fall time, I will not be interested in dolling up or wearing new clothes so close to giving birth. The second is due in part to the fact that this year, the sale just didn't wow me. Sorry to say but I saw so many bloggers on Instagram with the line

"guys its soooo good, shop my picks" because if you click their links, they get paid for that but really, it wasn't that great! I feel like I saw a lot of the same boring styles from last year and even this summer (e.g. bell sleeves, basic booties, boring dresses, and a lot of basic pieces, nothing noteworthy). 

So what did I buy then?

1. Well the raw edge pocket tees from Lush in black and white to replace my old ones (I like the longer hem and looser fit on these, it gives a casual look some ease). 

2. The ruffle sleeve cardigan from Topshop. I tried this on in the store in the lavender color in a size 6, and it was cute but the arms were way too big. I figured it would be a cute updated piece for fall in black so I ordered the size 4.

3. The Breton hat.  I am so happy that this style hat is finally back, because it makes any outfit look model-chic. I love hats anyway and am totally sick of the floppy brim styles of the past 3 seasons.

4. Leith body-con dress in eggplant is a literal best-buy piece. It's amazing quality and is a perfect piece to throw on with a stylish sweater, kimono or jacket and go. I got my normal size and wore it at 5 months preggers for my gender reveal luncheon. I know this is a piece I can wear with or without a bump!

5. Finally, my favorite item purchased is my Treasure & Bond leopard booties. I have been wanting leopard booties for years now and have never been able to find the right pair. I figured I'd try them on when I was in the store, and they are must-have's. The perfect pointed toe, slight block heel, and Chelsea boot style make it the ultimate neutral shoe to make any outfit. I can't wait to wear these with tons of outfits from leggings with a long tee and moto jacket, to my fall dresses. A great statement piece! 

Check out my purchases below, and let me know what you loved or didn't love this year! Is there any piece you budgeted for that you just had to have?

xo

My Fall Haul!

Each fall I get in the "back to school" shopping mode and need a closet refresher. I am definitely one of those people that invests more in fall fashion than in spring or summer clothing. The layers, the textures, the feeling of warm comfort, chic accessories, hoarding boots for every outfit; what's not to love? And let's be real, as a female, it is easier to get dressed up for dinner in fall than it is in summer- short/barely there outfits, pale ,need-to-tan skin, manicures/pedicures, etc. Summer dressing is actually a lot of work when you think about it! That's not to say dressing in the colder months means laziness, I think it means more ease with endless chic options. Below are some new styles I added to my closet this fall that can be styled so many ways!

A new twist on the military vest + olive trend with a cinched waist and large lapels is perfect for layering. A fitted moto jacket in Pantone's color of the year, Marsala, adds extra spice to an outfit in place of a black one.  

Vest: Forever 21 (sold out) // Moto Jacket: Nordstrom 

The ideal lightweight long cardigan is perfect for a woman of any height, I'm only 5'3 and it does not overwhelm my frame at all. A sweater-jacket with overlapping lapels literally looks good with everything (this was a steal during the Nordstrom sale and I've worn it a hundred times already)

Cardigan: Target // Sweater Jacket: Nordstrom 

A swingy 3/4 sleeve dress in olive green is limitless with scarves, vests and jackets. A cozy flannel shirt dress with a cinched waist for a more feminine look is a staple. 

Dresses: Nordstrom (sold out) Similar here and here

The two pieces of denim I added to my collection this fall was a chic mid-rise, straight leg style with light distressing to wear with pumps and an over-sized button-down, and high-waist flares with stretch to conquer my inner 70's child. 

Straight Jeans (called boyfriend online, but are not) Nordstrom // Flares: Gap (obsessed)  

A beautiful twist on the classic white button down shirt from Banana Republic features a soft, silky material and layers of chiffon pleats. This top is long so it is perfect for wearing over leggings. 

 Top: Banana Republic (no longer available) 

A floaty bohemian top with over-sized bell sleeves for a chic peasant vibe

Top: Zara

These Fushia suede pumps are "ahhhhh!"  

Pumps: Sam Edleman

Hat: Nordstrom similar

And of course, the wear with everything hat. Hat styles can be tricky, but this one can be boho, city chic, street chic, etc. 

As I get older,I take on a "less is more" approach with my accessories. I mentioned in my previous post about the factors I use to pull the trigger on a designer bag, but even if it is something as inexpensive as this hat, I still want a chic style that can be re-mixed often. I own tons of jewelry and other accessories, but if you notice in most of my outfit pictures, I wear only minimal jewelry and add-on's these days. In fact, I usually wear the same couple pieces with every outfit, no matter the style or event I wear it for (and I realized I just said "I" like 20 times and I hate doing that, apologies). 

What are your must-have's for fall shopping? Do you tend to go all out with clothing, or are you more excited for beauty buys or accessories? I'd love to hear your favorites so I can check them out! 

xo

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Purchases and Product Review!!

'It's the moooost wonderful timeee, of the yearrrrr!' Well the third most wonderful after birthday and Christmas, but if anyone who follows any fashion blog knows, its the Half Yearly Nordstrom Anniversary Preview Sale!!! Yay! So even though only Nordstrom card holders can purchase first from July 9-16, those without a card can still window shop and make a list, checking it twice (ok I might have checked like 3 times, big whoop). I could barely sleep the night before, and shopped twice on the 9th online, and then again in store last night. Guys, it's a problem. BUT- I will say that for the first time, I didn't buy trend pieces that I didn't need, I bought pieces that can work almost year round, with may different items I already own. I did however treat myself to a couple adorable items that were too good to pass up, and after staring at the website for longer than I care to admit on THIS particular shoe (now sold out and completely off the site)

to see if they would restock the size/color I wanted, they did and I swooped on it just in the knick of time! So below, I rounded up the pieces I purchased, what I felt looked better in person, and what my designer picks are. Lets go!


Click to shop my picks below!
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So being that I get most of my clothing from Nordstrom, I have learned with time that some of their items look 10 times better when you see it in the store than online. So here are my picks of what looks better in person:

 

 

 

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And here are also the links to my designer dreams!

 

Elizabeth & James Dress Truth & Pride Jacket 3.1 Phillip Lim Satchel 



 

Did you shop the sale yet? What are some of your favorites for fall?
XO