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The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Dressing Room Diaries

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July 13, 2018

Hands down, y’all stepped up and told me that last year’s installment of Dressing Room Diaries was your very favorite post from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. SO.. of course we had to go bigger and better this year, right!?!?! I headed into our Nashville store yesterday morning bright and early and let’s just say it was closer to dinner time by the time I called it a day–no really, I’m being serious.

I know it can get overwhelming shopping the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale… it’s like we throw everything into the cart and see what sticks, which is why I outlined my First Look Favorites yesterday! So today I am showing all the details of all my in-store finds… tons of layering essentials [which seems to be your favorite items to shop] as well as those special sale items that you just “have to have”…. so sit back and relax, grab a big cup of joe and let’s get down to business because it’s FRIDAY! And be sure to read the sizing details and other details I’ve included below for easy shopping reference.

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: In-Store Favorites

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Ruffled Print Floral Jumpsuit $42.90 on sale – OH SO cute and the perfect jumpsuit for now and later… amazing fit with fun little ruffle overlay [runs TTS, shown in XS]Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Tie Waist T-Shirt Dress $31.90 on sale – I was leery of this dress on the hanger, but as soon as I put it on, I knew it was a winner! It’s really soft, flattering and you can tie it in a ton of different ways to make it shorter/longer/etc–a great staple to add to your wardrobe that you can wear now and into fall… runs TTS [shown in XS]

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Oversized Waffle Stitch Cardigan [my favorite sweater I found yesterday–priced right at $45.90, it is SUPER comfy and cozy and runs TTS–shown in an XS-high sell out factor!] | Raw Edge Striped Layering Tee $18.90 on sale, the essential layering tee for fall, which comes in four colors, runs TTS, wearing an XS | Catherine Boyfriend Jeans on sale for $59.90, these Kut from the Kloth staples fit impeccably for the price and I love the slight boyfriend style… just enough stretch in them and the coloring is great [run large, size down–shown in a 0]

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

BP Plaid Shirt, sale for $31.90, another staple for your wardrobe, these always seem to sell out… comes in six colors and runs TTS [I got the XS in this one] | Knit Two Pocket Blazer $39.90 on sale, a perfect lightweight cotton blend blazer for business casual at work or out running errands… shown in XS and runs generously — great price for a simple black blazer that everyone needs for fall | Cali Demi Boot Cut Jeans, just $84.90–this is my second pair of these jeans because I love them that much… I love the little cut-off cropped styling and they hold you in in all the right places [shown in 26, but I sized down and ordered the 25 online because they do have lots of give]

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Cali Demi Boot Cut Jeans [see details and fit info above] | Verse Tie Back Top on sale for $32.90–for the price, I was shocked at how much I liked this Madewell top… great crop silhouette with a slightly thicket material, comes in three colors and has a fun little tie back detail with peekaboo cut-out [runs a little short/small so I am showing it in a S] | Mini Transport Perforated Leather Tote $109.90 on sale, I wanted this bag as soon as I saw it online–the perfect size as a crossbody or carryall tote and the light neutral tone plays well with any ensemble in your closet… great staple and high-sell out factor, too!

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Caslon Colorblock Lightweight Tee, on sale for $19.90–I grabbed another one of these online because they are THAT cute and comfy in person… great fit and length and I love the subtle camo accent on this one–high sell out factor for this, and it comes in four colorways, sizing runs TTS [wearing XS]

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Caslon Long Sleeve Crewneck Tee, only $19.90–another great staple in SO many colors, it runs TTS [shown XS] and I absolutely LOVE the rainbow stripe pattern on this one! Stitch Curve Hem Cardigan, another high sell out item and it’s only $31.90 in six colors, medium weight, another must-have staple for fall and love the pocket detail with slightly rounded silhouette | Catherine Boyfriend Jeans [see fit info above]

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Twist Front Sweater $31.90 during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale… another favorite that I wouldn’t have loved unless I tried it on first… great detail, a fun style on an otherwise simple thick sweater and I love the slightly shorter/cropped silhouette–runs TTS, shown in an XS and comes in a coral color as well online

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Ruffle Neck Sweater for $49.90, give me all the grey… a perfect neutral, soft and sweet oversized sweater for fall–I grabbed it in an XS and cannot wait to pair with leggings and boyfriend jeans during all things football… also comes in a gorgeous green, soft pink and cobalt blue for everyone looking at different hues available

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Side Slit Sweater… this style is a repeat every year during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale and I know why–it’s AMAZING! Just $45.90, it’s a lightweight style you can wear with cut-off shorts now and transition to fall as well and it’s made extremely well… comes in five colors and runs TTS [shown in an XS]

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Short Sleeve Raw Edge Tee ONLY $11.90 during the sale… let’s just say I love them so much I bought three of the eight color options–must-have for now and later, runs TTS and I stocked up in XS

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Mixed Print Peasant Dress for just $52.90–totally looks like FP, but it’s not my friends… this is another one I was so glad that I put it on because I loved it once it was on! A great flowy style with fun front detail and tie accent–it also comes in navy online and runs TTS/shown in XS–a great dress option to pair with knee high boots!

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

V-Neck Crepe Shift Dress–on sale for $44.90, while I loved the style and shape of this dress, it was a bit see-through for me :/ so it went back to the rack–having said that, it comes in a navy/black option online so if you love it, I’d go that route for this specific dress because it’s adorable on and fits well [shown in XS, runs TTS]

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Taylor Shift Dress only $31.90–if you’re looking for a simple column style dress that you can wear now and then pair it with booties and a cardigan later, this is the one! Simple style, comfy, v-neck and also comes in a striped version online–runs TTS, shown in an XS

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Raw Edge Tweed Blazer | On sale for $99.90… hands down, this has been my FAVORITE purchase of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale so far… you know I LOVE me some color and this tweed blazer called my name from across the store! It’s incredible for the price, and I love teh raw edge fringe detail–absolutely gorgeous in person, runs TTS, I grabbed the XS | Silk Blend Wrap Blouse, a simple and classic take on the traditional blouse, it has a faux wrap detail that makes it special… a little pricier option at $98, but if you’re searching for something that won’t go out of style, it’s perfect [runs TTX, shown in XS] | Skinny Ponte Knit Pants –go ahead and grab these my friends because they are LEGIT… just $45.90 and the fit is insanely good–they also have a higher waist and zip up back–these are GOLDEN [run TTS, shown in XS]

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Ribbed Shawl Cardiganonly $45.90, can you tell I went cardigan crazy yesterday!?!?! Again, if you’re on the hunt for basics + layering pieces, then you need to stock up ASAP as sizes are going crazy fast… shown in XS, runs TTS, this slouchy cocoon sweater comes in five colors online and is great for dressing up or down

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Twist Front Cami for $34.90 — a great updated play on the simple dressy tank, I loved the print of this cami and it’s extremely flattering, runs TTS, shown in XS–date night is calling my friends!!

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Lace Trim Satin Camisolefor $22.90, it’s back again this year gals!! impeccable fit, wearing a size Small for reference, great for dressing up any ensemble and I’m obsessed with this bright pink color

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Lace Up Ruffle Cami for $38.90–trust me on this one my lovelies, it’s GORGEOUS in person and I love the lace up detail! Comes in three colors and runs TTS, shown in XS–would love this paired with a dressy blazer for day to night styling

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Smocked Neck  Blouse on sale for $58.90–call me crazy for red, I can’t help it! Well made, versatile, and comes in five colors online, this is a sweet take on a classic item every closet should have–runs TTS, shown in XS

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Orange Lace Yoke Top — on sale for $45.90, gameday is inching closer and closer and fall football will be here before you know it, runs TTS/shown in XS and adorable lace detail for dressing up OR layering with a cardigan | Donna Ankle Skinny Jeans [the best skinny jean on sale for $59.90… runs TTS/wearing 2 and the perfect amount of stretch, love the dark coloring, too]

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try On featured by top US fashion blog, Hello! Happiness

Slouchy Pullover Blouse, on sale for $31.90, I was pleasantly surprised as to how well this top fit.. roomy/oversized fit and comes in six colors… wearing XS/runs TTS | Balloon Sleeve Cardigan– on sale for $52.90, this fun and playful style of cardigan is comfy, cute and I think it’s the perfect update to an otherwise simple sweater [runs TTX/shown in XS and comes in six colors online

OK there ya go friends!!! Be sure to let me know if you have any other questions on what I showed from this first round of dressing room diaries!! It was a fun first day and from the looks of your social media posting, direct messages and emails, you had a successful shopping day as well!! Onto the weekend–enjoy 😉

The 2018 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is LIVE… First Look Favs

 

  1. Jennifer Huntington says:

    Cutest styles ever! Totally bought these jeans & earrings because of all the different ways you rock them!

  2. Susan Schnitzler says:

    I love everything you picked especially the green laced up cami. I’m adding to my cart right now. Quick question: what bra would you wear? I’m busty so I cannot go withou. Would you use the paste on kind? I’ve never tried them. Any thoughts?! Thanks!!!

  3. Susan Schnitzler says:

    I love your style soooo much! I have a question about what bra you would wear with that adorable green lace up cami. I’m busty and could never go without…so, would you find a low dipping strapless or use the stick on kind? (I’ve never tried them! ) Thanks for any advice.

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