N Sale | NEW Finds! And Everybody Can Shop!

IT’S HERE!  IT’S FINALLY HERE!  STARTING TODAY, EVERYBODY CAN OFFICIALLY SHOP THE NORDSTROM ANNIVERSARY SALE (even if you don’t have a card)!

I know many of y’all have been waiting for this day, and I’m sending all sorts of positive vibes that the items you really want are still available! But listen, if they’re not, I want to encourage you to keep checking back. Returns will roll in every single day, and when returns roll in, often times a small number of previously “sold out” items pop back onto the site. I’ve gotten lucky several times before because I was a dedicated stalker, so don’t be afraid to check back frequently! #beastalker

And if you thought that items were going fast before, they are going to absolutely FLY off the shelves today now that everybody can shop. So my suggestion to you is this: hit “checkout” as soon as possible. If you put stuff in your cart and wait till this evening, there will be some stuff that is gone. Remember, standard shipping is FREE, so you can place several orders and still never pay for shipping. #protip

Before we get to today’s outfits, I want to list out a handful of items that are still available that I 1000% recommend.

YOU NEED THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:

* These leopard Rothy’s…… are in my Top 5 purchases of the entire sale. I actually can’t believe they are still available (they must have had really high stock). Comfy, true to size, and DARLING! Great with ankle jeans with tees, sweaters, button ups, whatever!

* Every year I grab a pair of On Cloud sneakers and wear the absolute heck out of them. This year I got this pair in the rosebrown/fog.

* This cashmere sweater is beautiful and classic. Grab it and you’ll wear it for years and years to come.

* Each and every year I recommend picking up this bra and these undies. If you’ve never tried them, TRY THEM. #trustme #letmetellyouto

* If you’re not an underwire fan, get this bra. Get it now.

* I am completely devoted to this product and will buy it every single year in the sale. It’s an incredible deal because you can save $65 with this duo!

* If you are a Wit and Wisdom lover, I swear by these three pairs of pants: pleated black pants , must have boot cut jeans, washed black straight leg ankle jeans. You will see all 3 featured in today’s post.

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SOME MORE GREAT DRESSING ROOM FINDS

This dress is a gorgeous green color, and I think it’s super special with the lace insets and ruffled and tiered skirt. It’s 100% cotton, very lightweight, and I feel great in it. The lace detailing is really beautiful and I love this deep green paired with these suede boots. The dress also comes in black which I love too. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.

dress / chunky hoop earrings / heart necklace / tall boots

These boots (seen in the outfit above) must have been around last year because they have some fabulous reviews already! I grabbed the beautiful “golden caramel” shown, but they come in several other suede colors and a black leather as well.

They are soft, flattering to the leg, and I’m going to love wearing them with fall dresses. UPDATE: I first shared that these were true to size, but I realized yesterday that I went up a 1/2 size. They didn’t have my right size at the store, so I wasn’t able to actually try them, but the 1/2 a size bigger seemed to fit just fine.

It’s a really beautiful boot and a really great price point.

Sam Edelman tall boots

This dress is lightweight with a bit of a crinkle texture to give it some interest. The belt is removable, and while I prefer to wear it to create some waist definition, you could opt to lose the belt and wear it as a shift dress. I love the tiered skirt and the covered buttons that can be buttoned up all the way to the neck or unbuttoned to make a lower neckline. It’s a really great little dress. I’m wearing the navy-pink floral, but it also comes in a solid black and a tiny rust and navy floral. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.

dress / chunky hoop earrings / heart necklace / tall boots

I actually made an outfit plan for it last week…

dress / suede tote / tall boots / double cross necklace / chunky hoop earrings / bracelet set / Michele watch / Clinique chubby lipsticks

For this next dress, I went with something a little outside of my comfort zone, but I’m digging it! I’m really loving the layers and the tone on tone, as well as the mixed media with the different fabrics. The bottom layer is a little bit silky, and the top layer is like a light sweater. For size reference, I’m wearing a size 6.

dress / suede tote / tall boots / double cross necklace / chunky hoop earrings / bracelet set / Michele watch / Clinique chubby lipsticks

And OH MY WORD, we can’t forget about the 2025 version of the blardigan. It’s chunkier, warmer, and cozier than previous year’s versions. It’s like you are wearing a thick and kind of puffy cloud. And remember, these make EXCELLENT gifts for every lady on your list… but especially moms and mother-in-laws! For size reference, I’m wearing a small.

LEFT: blardigan / white tee / chunky hoop earrings / heart necklace / colorful bracelet stack / crop straight leg jeans / neutral sneakers

RIGHT: blardigan / Zella relaxed tee / 7/8 leggings / On Cloud sneakers

Well I’m sad to report that this Zella crinkle jacket isn’t in the sale, but I totally thought it was because it was hanging next to all of the NSale items. It’s super lightweight and a great top layer. I’m wearing a small in the jacket, a medium in the tee, and a small in the leggings.

Zella crinkle jacket / Zella relaxed tee / 7/8 leggings / On Cloud sneakers

Did you grab this ultra soft funnel neck sweatshirt earlier in the week? Look how cute it is paired with this skort.

Okay, full disclosure. I’m in love with this Zella skort. It’s high waisted with adorable pleats all across the back and onto the sides. It’s got shorts under it with a side pocket for tennis or pickle balls, and it’s got a zipper in the back. It’s very flattering, easy to wear, and I’m excited to add it to my closet. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium in both the top and the skirt.

ultra soft funnel neck sweatshirt / Zella high waist pleated tennis skort / On Cloud sneakers

This textured pullover is just my style with a relaxed fit and overexaggerated collar with a half zip.  I love this color, and it also comes in ivory and black. I’m wearing a medium.

textured pullover / Zella high waist pleated tennis skort / On Cloud sneakers

Maybe you remember me showing you this pullover earlier this week with the matching leggings…

These leggings are super soft, but they still have some compression. And I love how the high-waist sucks you in, but it’s still very comfortable. Full disclosure these are the regular length, and they are quite a bit too long on me. If you closely around the ankles, you can see that I have them rolled up a bit. The 7/8 leggings are perfect for me at 5’4″, but these regular length are a great option for you taller ladies. (Even though they aren’t a great length on me, I still grabbed them because they are the perfect match for the pullover.) For size reference, I’m wearing a small in the leggings.

textured pullover / melange high waist leggings / On Cloud sneakers

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BLACK PLEATED PANTS

Okay. Let’s talk about these pants. Personally, they were a top find for me last year.

When wearing these pants, you will look great AND it will basically feel like you are wearing lounge wear. I wasn’t sure I was going to love them because of the pleats across the front (and my tummy is my problem area), but in addition to being on trend they are also incredibly flattering. They are very stretchy, and I’m telling you, if you work in an office you will want to wear them every single day.

Notice I’m wearing different shoes in all 3 pictures below (Mary Jane’s on left, black pumps in middle, booties on right). I just wanted you to see that these pants look great with all types of footwear.

black pleated pants

They are a substantial ponte like fabric, but they’re a medium weight and not too heavy at all. They are crazy super soft and stretchy, but they keep their shape throughout the day. They’ve got a double bar and hook closure with a hidden button and a functional zipper, but I’m telling you, you can just pull these on if you want to! Yes, they have that much give. Most size down in these, but I’m wearing my regular size 4.

WASHED BLACK JEANS

These washed black Wit and Wisdom jeans have added some much needed dimension to my closet. They’re a heavier denim and have a bit more structure than most of my WW jeans, and I’m so excited to have them. They’re good with booties, with flats, with mules, and with fashion sneakers. They hit at the ankle and they have a frayed hem. True to size for me, I’m wearing the 4.

quarter zip sweater / washed black jeans / black bag / suede booties / layered gold necklace / multicolor beaded necklace

And some past outfits with the jeans…

washed black jeans / suede booties

washed black jeans / suede booties

washed black Wit and Wisdom jeans / leopard Mary Janes

Here’s a close-up of the jeans…

washed black Wit and Wisdom jeans  / leopard Mary Janes

MUST HAVE BOOT CUT JEANS

Listen. If you know, you know.

I’ve been talking about these exact jeans for years now. Seriously, YEARS. They are the most flattering pair of jeans I have ever owned. I named them a must have quite a while ago, and years later they are still one of my most worn pair of jeans. They are super comfortable and very stretchy (but they totally hold their shape throughout the day). Their claim to fame? I promise you that you will look 2 inches taller and 5-10 pounds lighter. I know that’s a bold claim, but I stand by it. 😉

You will have legs for dayzzzzzzzzzzz.

Many people size down in these jeans because of the stretch, but I wear my regular size 4.

v-neck sweater / must have boot cut jeans / suede booties

v-neck sweater / must have boot cut jeans / suede booties

If you don’t have them yet, GET THEM! They are in my Top 3 favorite jeans that I’ve EVER owned.

must have boot cut jeans / suede booties

Here are the jeans again.

relaxed v-neck / open front cardigan / must have boot cut jeans / suede booties

And again…

must have boot cut jeans / suede booties

And yet again 😉

itty bitty boot cut jeans / suede booties

And look how cute they are styled with a blazer!

MUST HAVE boot cut jeans / booties

And some outfits plans…

roll neck sweater / must have itty bitty boot cut jeans / chunky hoop earrings / double cross necklace / bracelet set / suede tote / sock booties / Clinique chubby lipsticks / Michele watch

And now look how different this outfit looks than the one directly above! And all I did was change out the sweater for the ruffle blouse. You might remember that I showed this blouse in red earlier this summer. I fell in love with it, and I think this olive is fall perfection. For size reference, I had to size up to a large in the red one to give me a little extra room in the chest.

ruffle blouse / must have itty bitty boot cut jeans / chunky hoop earrings / double cross necklace / bracelet set / suede tote / sock booties / Clinique chubby lipsticks / Michele watch

And yet another similar outfit, but this time with the short-sleeved cashmere sweater!

short sleeve cashmere sweater / must have itty bitty boot cut jeans / chunky hoop earrings / double cross necklace / bracelet set / suede tote / sock booties / Clinique chubby lipsticks / Michele watch

RUFFLE CHAMBRAY

Okay, ladies. I’ve got some big ‘ol heart eyes for this top. It is DARLING. And the dark wash version is in the Anniversary sale.

It’s the perfect soft chambray, and I’m obsessed with the fit and the ruffle collar and neckline. Plain and simple, this top is fabulous. It’s not stiff at all, and it’s got a little bit of give to it. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.

I’m wearing the lighter wash (and it’s no longer available), but there is a dark wash in the sale that is perfect for fall!

ruffle chambray shirt / earrings / coin toggle necklace / ankle flare jeans (ecru) / belt (pecan gold / leopard Mary Janes

And here it is with the washed black jeans!

ruffle chambray shirt / washed black jeans / belt / leopard Mary Janes

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AND IN AN EFFORT TO STREAMLINE YOUR SHOPPING…

Here are some of my favorite outfits with most items still in stock…

This roll neck sweater is part cotton and part wool, but it’s not itchy at all. It’s a wonderful basic that most people would have on regular rotation in their closet. The cute little stitching at the neck and the textured cuffs with the rolled hem elevate this sweater a bit. It also comes in black, rust, blue, and a grey stripe. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.

roll neck sweater / chunky hoop earrings / heart necklace / suede tote / colorful bracelet stack / crop straight leg jeans / neutral sneakers

This long sleeve slub tee became a favorite two years ago. I already own several colors and wear them alllll the time.

Y’all know the 7/8 leggings are a favorite of mine, and I always grab a new pair every year during this sale. The 7/8 length is my favorite length. I love how they hit me right at the ankle without any extra fabric. They are high waisted and boast supportive mesh that sucks you in, and they have a side pocket for your phone! I wear a small in Zella leggings.

long sleeve slub tee / 7/8 leggings / On Cloud sneakers

Below you see me in the light pink slub tee in a small, so compare the fit of this one and the blue one to decide which size/fit you prefer.

This full zip hoodie (on the right) is made out of an ultra-cozy fleece, so it’s definitely warm. It’s a very relaxed fit with room to move. I’m wearing a small here, but I would have gone with a medium had I wanted it a bit longer. This definitely doesn’t cover your bootie, but I like the semi-cropped fit.

I really love how the colors go so well with my new On Cloud sneakers!

full zip hoodie / long sleeve slub tee / 7/8 leggings / On Cloud sneakers

These sneakers (seen in the outfit above) have my heart. This is the “rosebrown/fog” color combo, and I know I’m going to wear the heck out of them. In addition to loving the color combo (you’ll see in a minute that they go perfectly with a lot of Zella in the sale), I’m a HUGE fan of the bungee cord laces. I really like the ability to slip my sneakers on and off without having to tie them. These are light as a feather and incredibly comfortable. I have a different colorway from last year and I have zero complaints about the style or fit. They’re awesome. True to size for me.

On Cloud sneakers

I own countless pairs of these pajamas in both the short and long version. This year there are 12 solids/patterns to choose from.

Buttery soft and just wonderful to lounge around/sleep in. Plus, you’ll look so cute while lounging/sleeping. 😉 For size reference, I’m wearing a medium. The smalls fit, but I liked the little bit of extra length on the shorts, and I liked the extra roominess in the medium top too.

You can find the long sleeve version with pants HERE and the cropped version with a short sleeve top HERE.

pajamas

And here’s a punchy red and pink stripe set.

Click HERE to see the set seen below (with long sleeves and shorts) as well as another set with the same stripe, but with a short sleeve top and cropped pants.

short set

Look how DARLING this pajama hoodie and jogger set is.

You just can’t get any cuter than the navy with the colorful stripes! The material is lightweight, but not too thin, and the fit is easy and cute. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.

pajama hoodie and jogger set

I know I’m not alone in this, but new bras and undies make me so happy.

These are my favorites that I buy just about every year when they go on sale. They are comfy, the cups are perfectly rounded, and they make me feel great. Both of these bras AND the undies have taken the internet by storm over the last several years. They are ALL ON SALE.

top bra / bottom bra / undies

And I think it was just last year that I tried and started wearing True and Co bras too.

If you’re somebody that doesn’t like underwire, these are the bras for you. They feel like a second skin, but they still provide great lift and support. They are great for t-shirts because they don’t show any lines or bulges. I also wear them around the house when I’m just lounging…. when I don’t want to wear a “real” bra, but I also don’t want to be flopping around all over the place. I wear mediums in these bras.

Click HERE for all True and Co bras that are included in the sale.

body lift v-neck bralette (shoot! not in the sale!) / soft form v-neck bralette

I love the look of this striped cardi below, but I’m actually not even exactly sure if it’s a structured cardigan that’s a little bit heavy OR if it’s a jacket. As always, I gravitated toward the stripe… but it also comes in navy, ivory, and an olive. The gold hardware dresses it up a bit, and this striped version definitely has nautical vibes. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.

white tee / striped sweater jacket / chunky hoop earrings / heart necklace / suede tote / colorful bracelet stack / crop straight leg jeans / cognac Mary Jane’s

Yesterday I showed the crewneck cashmere sweater in ivory sand, but I think this rich “brown coffee” is so pretty too. This sweater isn’t fitted, but it’s not slouchy either, it’s just a great fit. It’s soooo soft and lightweight. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium. I love the sweater with jeans, but it also looks great with a dressy pant and will be perfect with the Wit and Wisdom pleated pants and the Wit and Wisdom black wide leg pants (both perfect for the office).

And on the right, you see a v-neck sweater in a super similar deep brown. The crewneck is definitely a relaxed fit, and the v-neck hugs the body just a bit closer (but still isn’t tight).  It’s a great option for those of you that prefer a v-neck.

For size reference, I’m wearing a medium in both.

Oh! And these loafers? One of my biggest surprises of the sale! I love them! They are so comfy and so dang cute. True to size.

cashmere sweater (on left) / v-neck sweater (on right) / chunky hoop earrings / heart necklace / colorful bracelet stack / crop straight leg jeans / loafers

These loafers (seen in the outfit above) were perhaps one of the biggest surprises of the sale for me. I don’t even remember seeing these when previewing the sale, but I thought they were super cute as soon as I laid eyes on them. AND THEN I PUT THEM ON. They are incredibly comfortable and really really cute, and the back panel has a bit of stretch to it! I got the “pinto brown”. True to size for me.

I guess they were around last year in other colorways because they already have fantastic reviews!

loafers

Gosh I love a classic button up. This one also has a bit of a modern vibe with the boxy fit and the drop hem. It’s kinda cropped (as you can see on the Nordstrom site), but it’s still plenty long for me to do a half tuck. It also comes in a red stripe. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.

drop hem button up shirt / chunky hoop earrings / heart necklace / suede tote / colorful bracelet stack / crop straight leg jeans / cognac Mary Jane’s

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SOME FAVORITE BEAUTY SCORES

These are the only hair ties/scrunchies that don’t give me a headache. Also, they are 100% silk, so they are really gentle on my hair. They do seem to stretch out after a good long while, and I just lose them, so I buy new ones every year to two years.

Slip 10 pack skinny scrunchies

What is this spray?  It’s an incredible product that provides incredible volume. It is formulated to absorb oil at the roots without powdery residue and gives my curls staying power.

Oribe dry texturizing spray

I of course grabbed the Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Duo. This product is a MUST HAVE for me and has been for years, so I’m thrilled to save $65 on it! I mix it with my Colleen Rothschild Face Oil #9 every single morning and every single night, but a little goes along way. This set will last me until next year’s sale! I love that this is only the Magic Cream and a refill, not another nonsense product that I’m getting that I won’t be using.

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Duo

Another ride or die product for me is the Unseen Sunscreen. This product does an incredible job protecting my skin and keeping new sunspots from creeping up. It goes on like a makeup primer and completely absorbs into my skin immediately. It’s not oily or greasy at all, and I love it. I’m excited to try the Unseen Sunscreen stick when on the go. (This is last year’s packaging, but the products are the same.)

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TRIED AND TRUE FAVORITES

To further streamline your shopping, I thought I would go ahead and post Monday’s post again too. These are all of my tried-and-true favorites. These are items I’ve had and loved FOR YEARS. These are items that I can really stand behind and have lots of experience with.

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I hope you were able to score some deals! And remember, if there’s something you’ve been wanting that’s no longer available, check back consistently and you might just get lucky!

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