Happy Thursday everyone! The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is one of my favorite sales to shop every year. I know that a lot of items sell out fast, but that’s also because everything is such a great deal. I always tend to stock up on new basics that I need, a pair of new denim, high quality sweaters, or coats, and then add a few specialty pieces into rotation. A lot of items I have purchased from previous years are still in great condition and still in style since I purchase simple timeless pieces. I know it can be sad when items sell out before you have access to shop. However, if you keep your eye out, there end up being a lot of returns, or Nordstrom may re-stock certain items. I highly recommend shopping the sale and if you want to sign up for a Nordy card, then DO IT…because then you can have early access to shop. I don’t suggest this to purchase a ton of items and go into credit card debt, anyone without the card cannot shop until July 23rd and many items will already be gone. If you get the credit card in order to shop, then I still suggest making yourself a budget where you can pay off what you purchase the following month, or two so you pay none, or very little interest. You also will get a $60 Nordstrom note if you sign up now.
Two years ago I drove over to Tampa to shop the sale in person, however the store didn’t really get much in, so I decided to just shop online again this year. It does mean that I won’t get to do any try-ons with new items until they arrive later on, but here are some great pieces from last year that I found again during the sale. Either the exact pieces are available AGAIN, or there is something SUPER similar available. I’m also sharing a round up of the items that I just purchased today to add to my fall wardrobe.
Sizing and Height:
I often get asked my height and size which can help others around my size guess what size they should order, or even help you know whether to size up, or down. I normally wear a size XS/S and a 25 in denim. If I say something is “TTS,” that means “true-to-size” and means that I just got my usual size. As for height, I am 5’4 and with shoes I am normally a 7.5.
WILDSMITH FLEECE PULLOVER (THIS YEAR’S VERSION)
Sizing: I’m wearing an XS.
Quality: This is super similar to the item that I purchased from the Nordstrom Sale last year.
Price: Originally $120, marked down to $79.90.
LEOPARD LEGGINGS (SIMILAR)
Price: Originally $108, now 40% off to $64.80.
SALTWATER QUILTED WATERPROOF RAIN BOOT
Sizing: I’m wearing a size 7.5.
Quality: I purchased these duck boots last year and they are back again in new colors. They are very comfortable and run TTS.
Price: Originally $120, marked down to $79.90.
LONG SLEEVE SWEATER DRESS
Sizing: I’m wearing a size XS.
Quality: I purchased a similar version last year, but I love this style of dress.
Price: Originally $69, marked down to $39.90.
POINTED TOE BOOTIES
Sizing: I’m wearing a size 7.5.
Quality: I purchased similar booties to these last year in two colors and they are back again. My faves are the black, cognac, and cream. They are very comfortable and run TTS.
Price: Originally $189, marked down to $99.90.
DRAPE TURTLE NECK SWEATER
Sizing: I’m wearing a size XS.
Quality: I purchased this exact same sweater in both rust and black last year it’s amazing and so soft.
Price: Originally $69, marked down to $45.90.
SPANX FAUX LEATHER LEGGINGS
Sizing: I’m wearing an XS.
Quality: These leggings fit so good, I have them in the quilted version too.
Price: Originally $98, marked down to $64.90
POINTED TOE BOOTIES
Sizing: I’m wearing a size 7.5.
Quality: I purchased similar booties to these last year in two colors and they are back again. My faves are the black, cognac, and cream. They are very comfortable and run TTS.
Price: Originally $189, marked down to $99.90.
WRAP CARDIGAN COAT
Sizing: I’m wearing a size XS.
Quality: I purchased a similar wrap cardigan last year and I plan on getting this coat in black this year.
Price: Originally $129, marked down to $79.90.
LONG SLEEVE TEE
Sizing: I’m wearing a size XS.
Quality: I purchased this same brand of long sleeve last year in multiple colors, since it’s a great basic.
Price: Originally $39, marked down to $19.90.
SPANX FAUX LEATHER LEGGINGS
Sizing: I’m wearing an XS.
Quality: These leggings fit so good, I have them in the quilted version too.
Price: Originally $98, marked down to $64.90
STEVE MADDEN POINTED TOE CHAIN MULE
Sizing: I’m wearing a size 7.5.
Quality: I purchased these mules last year in two colors and they are back again with a slightly different chain and new colors. They are very comfortable and run TTS.
Price: Originally $120, marked down to $79.90.
LONG SLEEVE SWEATER DRESS
Sizing: I’m wearing a size XS.
Quality: I purchased a similar version last year, but I love this style of dress.
Price: Originally $99, marked down to $59.90.
FAUX LEATHER JACKET
Sizing: I’m wearing a size XS.
Quality: I purchased this same jacket in cognac last year and now it’s available two tone. Great if you are trying to buy one jacket to go with a variety of looks.
Price: Originally $118, marked down to $69.90.
POINTED TOE BOOTIES
Sizing: I’m wearing a size 7.5.
Quality: I purchased similar booties to these last year in two colors and they are back again. My faves are the black, cognac, and cream. They are very comfortable and run TTS.
Price: Originally $189, marked down to $99.90.
WOOL PANAMA HAT
Sizing: One size fits all.
Quality: I purchased a similar hat last year by Brixton and I will say that Nordstrom has great quality wool hats for the fall, this one is a steal.
Price: Originally $39, marked down to $25.90.
DOLMAN SWEATER
Sizing: I’m wearing a size XS.
Quality: I purchased a similar sweater in taupe last year it’s amazing and so soft.
Price: Originally $89, marked down to $54.90.
SPANX FAUX LEATHER LEGGINGS
Sizing: I’m wearing an XS.
Quality: These leggings fit so good, I have them in the quilted version too.
Price: Originally $98, marked down to $64.90
LUCKY BRAND LACE UP BOOTIE
Sizing: I am wearing a 7.5 and I normally wear a 7-7.5 in shoes.
Quality: You don’t need to spend a ton on a pair of Doc Martens when you can get a pair of these. Such a super comfy option for fall hikes, or when you plan on doing a ton of walking.
Price: Originally $139.95, marked down to $89.90
THIS YEAR’S NSALE PURCHASES
The main thing I didn’t purchase last year, or the year before were some black and beige neutrals. I seem to have not have a black coat, or cardigan and I need a few classic sweaters and sweater dresses that are good for the weekend and the office. What are you shopping for this Nordstrom Anniversary sale?
Xoxo, Nikki