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NORDSTROM ANNIVERSARY SALE: Dressing Room Diaries
Happy Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Part 2!! The sale is officially open for everyone today!! I’m so excited that everyone can now shop the sale and take advantage of some of these amazing deals. I have TWO try-on posts coming for you today and tomorrow. Today’s post is my Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Dressing Room Diaries, and tomorrow I will share outfits from the items I ordered online. The picture above is a little sneak peek of that post. For today, I included lots of cardigans, jeans, basics, cute tops, and a couple beautiful dresses. Enjoy the post and Happy Shopping!
PICTURED ABOVE
First, these suede mules were an online purchase. They are a cute spring/summer/fall shoe, and I wore them the day I shopped. The fit is true to size (TTS). If you are looking for an affordable dark skinny jeans, this pair is a good choice. I have another pair by them, and the quality is pretty decent. I purchased this cardigan in dark green and love how comfy it is. This yellow color was my second choice.
cardigan | jeans | shoes
This cardigan is SO cozy! It’s the perfect oversized fit where it is not swallowing you, and I love that you can cuff the sleeves easily.
cardigan | jeans
I have seen so many people rave about this oversized cardigan. It was super comfy, but honestly not something I would wear much. I think it would be cozy to wear around the house. If you like these chunky open knits, then this may be the cardigan for you. The fit is very oversized. I am wearing the XS/S.
cardigan
I always love this brand, and their cardigans are a good, durable quality. They are on the pricier side, but I feel like the style and color makes this a classic staple.
cardigan | jeans | shoes
This cardigan was SOOOO soft and comfy, but way too oversized for me! I’m wearing the XS/S, and I felt it was still a couple sizes too big.
yellow plaid | jeans | shoes
I am on such a yellow kick and immediately grabbed this yellow plaid shirt. You could also wear this with black jeans or a black skirt for work.
pink long sleeve tee | jeans
I loved the coral pink color of this top, and it was really soft. Unfortunately, it was too big on me. I’m wearing the XS. These jeans would be a great everyday denim, but I would need to size down one size.
striped button down blouse | gray jeans
I’m wearing the small in this top, and it was a little big on me. Other than that, I loved the fit and construction of this striped blouse. Definitely a great basic to wear to work or on weekends with jeans.
long gray sweater | faux leather leggings
Oh these leggings, I LOVE them!! They fit like a glove and are so comfy! For winter, I would wear this outfit with a pair of suede slouchy boots. The gray sweater is really soft, and I love that it is long enough to wear with leggings.
boatneck top
This boatneck top is so perfect for fall! It comes in a few other colors, but I of course gravitated to the black and white. You would need to wear a strapless bra with this one.
long sleeve white tee | gray jeans
I love these basic tees. The white was is a little on the sheer side for me, but it’s still a great tee for layering.
blue sweater | gray jeans
I love the small scalloped and ruffle details of this sweater, and the blue is so gorgeous. This sweater could also work with black jeans or for work with both a skirt and slacks.
leather jacket | black tee
Oh this jacket, I loved it! A good quality leather, and beautiful neutral color! I wish it would have stayed a little more open in the middle.
floral dress
This dress would be so cute for work or a bridal shower. I like the ruffle bottom, but this could also make you look a little wide if the top portion isn’t fitted. I would possibly consider sizing down in this dress. I’m wearing the XS, and it was just a little loose on me.
burgundy dress
Ya’ll this dress is a stunner! The most amazing dramatic shoulder detail and gorgeous burgundy color. If you want a statement dress for weddings, events, or date night, this is it!
embroidered top | gray jeans
These jeans are my first high waist pair, and I’m obsessed! They fit like a glove and are really comfy! I wanted to wear them out of the store. I also love that I don’t need to have them hemmed. The embroidered tee was super cute, but a little too oversized for me. I’m wearing a small, and probably would have needed 2 sizes smaller.
black tee | gray jeans
A great basic tee! I’m wearing an XS which is a little loose on me. I probably could have gone one size down.
Ok, I had to try this Wayf cami, because everyone is always raving about it. I didn’t want to like it, because you can NOT wear a bra with this top. BUT, I kinda did. I’m wearing the small and would have preferred one size down. I would probably need a little double stick tape, but I think the way this top is built does hold your assets inside well.
Most of these items were what did not make my budget cut, but I still liked most of them. Oh if we could all just buy ALL the things we loved during the sale, am I right?!?! Be sure to check back tomorrow for a look at which items did make my budget (also will be on Instastories today), and for more sale goodies, check out my favorites post from last week!
SHOP THE LOOKS
What to Wear to White Linen Night
In just a few short weeks, one of Houston’s most fun summer events takes place, White Linen Night in the Heights. The event started as away to raise awareness and support local businesses in the Heights Houston area. Over the years, I think the event has turned into quite the social scene with everyone coming out in white casual wear to sip drinks with friends, check out local businesses, try out local food trucks and restaurants, and SHOP! The event is held in August every year, so your outfit must also stand up to the Texas heat with temps usually hitting around 100 degrees.
I attend almost every year with my friends, and I hope to make it out again this year. With the event being only a few weeks away, I wanted to share an idea of what to wear to White Linen Night. This outfit would also work for an outdoor festival, concert, or party. This gorgeous white high-low dress caught my eye immediately. I love the boho chic feel of the dress and how perfectly it flows when you walk. The details around the neckline give that added statement making appeal. It’s lightweight material and the dress movement makes this dress perfect for walking around a crowded street on a hot summer evening.
I wanted this outfit to have both a boho chic feel and a little Texas western vibe, so turquoise statement earrings and my peep toe booties were the perfect addition. They complete the look perfectly. The other shoes I would wear with this dress are a pair of flat gladiator style sandals like this one or this one. For a walking event where I will be carrying a drink and shopping, a crossbody bag is a must! It helps keep all your hands free.
Before I end today’s post, I wanted to remind you that the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Public Access starts tomorrow!! I will have a dressing room diaries post up for you bright and early filled with lots of goodies I found in store. Be sure to stop by and check it out before you shop. You can also check out my top picks from Early Access Day HERE. Thanks for stopping by ya’ll!
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
White Hi/Lo Dress | Peep Toe Booties | Rebecca Minkoff Bag | c/o Turquoise Earrings | Bourbon & Boweties Bangles (old) | Rayban Aviators | Nails: CND Cashmere Wrap
SHOP THE LOOK
Must Have Item to Keep in Your Bag
Hello Ya’ll! I’m going to let you in on a must have item that I almost always have in my bag. Are you ready for it? A pair of foldable flats! As an avid shoe lover, this may come as no surprise that I tote around extra pairs of shoes. Ha! Foldable flats have been a staple for me for quite some time. I always have a pair in my work bag for those days when I need to kick off my heels and run all the errands on my lunch break or after work. This pair in particular is thinner, so they fold pretty small and fit inside a cute little black pouch. It takes up almost no room in my purse, and the little bag keeps any dirt residue from the bottom of my shoe from getting in my purse. I also love to carry a pair for days when I’m breaking in new shoes, in case I get to a breaking point and need a shoe change.
These flats are so chic and comfy. I plan to take them with me on my next trip, especially if lots of walking is involved. I always wear foldable flats on the plane because you can slip them on and off so easily. This snakeskin brown print is perfect for adding a fun statement print to a neutral outfit. I love this shade mixed with an all black outfit or a creamy beige color. Fit in Clouds makes multiple print and color options, and they would make a really cute gift idea for a bridesmaid or bride. I could totally see changing into these after a long night of dancing in heels!
As for today’s outfit, this is one of my top summer work outfits lately. It’s soooo hot right now! My obsession with these Gap tank tops continues, and I’m probably going to need to buy more with how much I wear them. I have been tucking then into ALL the skirts for work and pairing them with shorts and jeans for the weekend.
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Black Tank Top | Similar Flared Skirt | c/o Foldable Flats | Tory Burch Tote Bag | c/o Yellow Statement Earrings | Gorjana Necklace (old) | Similar Bangle | Nails: CND Cashmere Wrap
This post is sponsored by Fit in Clouds. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
SHOP THE LOOK
NORDSTROM ANNIVERSARY SALE: Best of Shoes
| DETAILS |
BOOTS: Save | Splurge
BOOTIES: one | two | three | four | five
FLATS: one | two | three | four
MULES: one | two
HEELS: one | two | three
Happy Weekend! With the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale in full swing, I wanted to pop in and share some of my favorite shoes of the sale. When pulling this list, I looked for classic styles and colors, with a few styles I think are making a comeback like the mule and slides.
Booties are always a fan favorite and with good reason! You can pretty much wear booties year round! I style mine in the fall with jeans and plaids or tees and long sleeve dresses, in winter with jeans and cardigans and sweaters, in spring with dresses and jeans, and in summer with dresses, and shorts. I tend to gravitate to the brown shades, but I purchased the gray pair this year because you know gray obsessed over here.
Mules have slowly been working their way back onto the shoe scene I personally LOVE them!! I own several different styles from heels to block heels to wedges. For this sale, I picked up the gray pair. I love wearing them with cuffed jeans or dresses. Slides are also increasing in popularity. I keep thinking it’s like an adult flip flop. 🙂 I love being able to easily kick off my shoes at work or when visiting a friends house, and both of these shoe styles give me that option.
If you are looking for a comfy classic black heel, these Charles David heels are perfect for you! I owned a pair previously and wore them so much because they were so comfy and had a professional look.
Alright ya’ll enjoy the rest of your weekend and be sure to leave me some comments letting me know what you purchased from the sale this year!!
SHOP THE SHOES
