From Upper Left: Andean Alpaca Convertible Collar Coat ($399) // Halogen Cashmere Raglan Sweater ($85) // Theory Etia Satchel ($118) // Cap Sleeve Sheath ($79) // Trouve Shoulder Patch Blazer ($99) // Eliza J Seamed Knit Dress ($79)
The Nordstrom Anniversary sale is an event in my house. When I was a kid, we would drive five hours to the nearest Nordstrom and use the sale to do our school shopping. This year, I used it to do a little pre-shopping for fall and to pick up some essentials.
First, let’s start with the essentials. The sale is a great time to stock up on tights. I like the Spanx ‘Tight End’ Tights ($18, also in plus-size). And speaking of undergarments, I also stocked up on Shimera seamless wide-strap tanks and spaghetti strap tanks. My friend T also has me addicted to these Zella ‘Live In’ Leggings ($34).
I also used the sale to replenish my supply of Creme de Corps Body Lotion with the 1L bottle ($75). And I stocked up on my favorite Supergoop sunscreen ($38 for 3).
Second, now for the fun stuff…the clothes.
I bought this Andean alpaca coat and I love it. It’s the softest coat ever and the shape is really unique. Additionally, the foldable collar buttons at the neck to help keep the chill out. I also love this car coat with studded sleeves ($45). And if you’re looking for basics, this London Fog trench ($110) and this Patagonia button up jacket ($93) are great for fall.
This raglan cashmere sweater caught my eye; it’s a great basic. I also thought this long cardigan from Rubbish ($38) looked cozy. The Theory blouse above caught my eye, I like the sleek look. And I fell hard for this Vince silk blouse ($233) and this Lafayette 148 tank ($110) that comes in several colors.
Trouve has a few stylish and inexpensive pieces in the sale. I liked this black jacket (also in eggplant), this animal print blouse ($50) and this faux-leather trim pencil skirt ($45).
If you’re looking for special sizes, the Anniversary Sale offers a number of plus-size options and petite pieces.
Did you shop the sale? Any pieces that you bought or want to buy?
12 comments
BarefootBodhi says:
I remember the summer I worked at a Godiva store in the mall. You know who wants to buy chocolate in the summertime with no gift-giving holidays looming? No one (this was before they started selling anything but chocolate, cookies, and coffee). So my coworker and I would take turns going to Nordstrom’s because they always scheduled 2 people and there really only needed to be one at a time. I got 2 mock-neck cable-knit cotton sweaters that I wore through 4 years at college in upstate NY and a few years of grad school in the DC area before they were too worn out to keep. Long live the Anniversary Sale!
LL27 says:
Alright bought that Eliza J dress in blue. Too adorable to pass up. I’m hoping I’ll get some wear from it this fall.
LL27 says:
In case anyone was wondering – got the dress and it is so-so. I’m a pretty solid 8 and ordered that size but it fits pretty big in the waist area. The waist is also a bit higher than I prefer (not full on pregnant looking but pretty close). I have two Eliza J dresses and adore them so it’s a real shame!
Shanycole says:
My family did the same thing!
Amy says:
I shopped and I bought, a snow leopard clutch that’s coming with me to London this winter.
Lauren says:
Ooooo love your recommendations. I get SO overwhelmed by the sale and figuring out what is and isn’t offered in stores, so it’s always good to see what other people have scoped out.
Maharani says:
DVF wrap dress.
Whitney says:
I had been planning to save up to buy a pair of Frye Veronica Short boots later this Fall, but I ended up in the shoe section of the Anniversary Sale by *cough* accident *cough* and was surprised to see them there for $100 less than the usual retail price. I couldn’t resist!
Belle says:
I’ve accidentally ended up in the sale section before as well. “Just taking a look, not buying anything…(types in card number)…whoops!”
National_Anthem says:
Hanky Panky underwear are on sale!
… which I never would have bought if it weren’t for this blog, but after seeing them recommended several times I bought a pair, and now I don’t know how anyone wears anything else. 🙂
Belle says:
Sold out in the color I wanted, but I just ordered the new seamless, non-lace ones and can’t wait to report back. They are pretty comfy.
Amber says:
I purchased the Eliza J dress in magenta! Thankfully before picking my size I read through the reviews and saw that it runs a little big. Can’t wait to wear it!