For those of you who have been patiently waiting, today is the day that Nordstrom opens their Anniversary Sale to the general public! I decided to do another post highlighting a few top picks & I’m also sharing my personal reviews for the items I purchased from the sale. You can view my first post with a comprehensive round-up of the best pieces here.
I tried to approach the sale differently this year – to be honest, I have plenty of fall clothes, so there weren’t significant wardrobe gaps that I needed to fill – for that reason, I didn’t purchase any booties, handbags or jeans (even though there are many great options included in the sale). I didn’t want to get so blinded by the lowered prices that I impulse purchased too many things…so I tried to be strategic & smart with my shopping.
WHAT I BOUGHT & LOVED
1) Tie-Front Pullover (comes in 6 colors – wearing an X-Small)
This was one of my absolute favorite purchases – it’s unbelievably soft & comfortable & will be great for lounging around the house or for running errands on the weekend. I’d recommend sizing down for a more fitted look, but if you like your tops a bit more slouchy, you can order your usual size. (Similar Jeans // Satin Sneakers)
2) Cashmere Vest (also in black, charcoal, navy & camel)
This was definitely a splurge item for me, but I’ve learned that cashmere is always worth the investment. This is so soft & really lightweight, so it will be a versatile layering piece this fall – I can see this being my go-to for travel! (Similar Striped Tee // Similar Faux Leather Pants // Similar Pumps)
3) Striped Off-The-Shoulder Top (also in gray, black stripe & black – wearing a Small)
I’m a sucker for stripes and I loved the unusual colors on this top. It’s slightly fitted with a good amount of stretch, so I found it to be really flattering. I also plan on wearing this with jeans & over-the-knee boots. Warning: this might not work for petites – it has a generous length through the torso & the sleeves. (Similar Skirt // Similar Peep-Toe Booties // Earrings)
I’m a sucker for stripes and I loved the unusual colors on this top. It’s slightly fitted with a good amount of stretch, so I found it to be really flattering. I also plan on wearing this with jeans & over-the-knee boots. Warning: this might not work for petites – it has a generous length through the torso & the sleeves. (Similar Skirt // Similar Peep-Toe Booties // Earrings)
4) Suede Moto Jacket (also in brick & gray – wearing a Small)
Another splurge item, but I’ve been wanting a jacket this color for years! The suede feels so luxurious and the rich cognac hue is perfect for fall. This one has more of a slim fit compared to most moto jackets (which can be quite boxy), so if you want to layer it over chunkier sweaters, you might want to go up a size. (Similar Sweater // Similar Jeans // Similar Flats)
Another splurge item, but I’ve been wanting a jacket this color for years! The suede feels so luxurious and the rich cognac hue is perfect for fall. This one has more of a slim fit compared to most moto jackets (which can be quite boxy), so if you want to layer it over chunkier sweaters, you might want to go up a size. (Similar Sweater // Similar Jeans // Similar Flats)
** Three other items I’ve ordered but haven’t arrived yet are this short-sleeve tee (in black/white stripe), this dress (in burgundy) & this long-sleeve tee (in white/black stripe) – I’m happy to share my thoughts on sizing & quality once they arrive!
WHAT I BOUGHT & RETURNED
These run small, so my usual size (27) was a bit too snug. I also thought the fabric felt really cheap and it made squeaking noises when I moved around. For those reasons, they got returned & I decided to order this pair instead, which everyone seems to be raving about!
I have been needing a new pair of black flats, so these looked promising. They are beautiful in person & the quality did impress me, but they run a bit narrow and I didn’t care for the amount of “toe cleavage” they showed. I really wished these had worked because they are so gorgeous. If you have a slimmer foot & don’t mind less coverage on the top of your foot, I would recommend giving them a try (I found these ran true to size). Another more classic option are these leather scalloped flats.
I have a hard time finding over-the-knee boots that work for me and these fit amazingly well through the leg. But because they were so tailored at the ankle, they made my feet look huge & clunky in proportion (I wear a size 9.5). I also didn’t feel that the quality lived up to the price, especially since this is more than I’d usually spend on boots. If you’re looking for a similar option, these get great reviews & are under $90.
MORE SALE FAVORITES
ONE (comes in 5 colors) // TWO // THREE // FOUR (also in tan & taupe) // FIVE (also in black) // SIX
SEVEN (also in taupe) // EIGHT (burgundy option here) // NINE // TEN (also in black check)
ELEVEN (also in black, blush & pewter) // TWELVE // THIRTEEN (also in black & brown)
FOURTEEN // FIFTEEN // SIXTEEN // SEVENTEEN // EIGHTEEN // NINETEEN (also love these)
TWENTY // TWENTY-ONE // TWENTY-TWO (also in burgundy & olive) // TWENTY-THREE
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