Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Prep – My Tried and True Favorites!

LADIES!  IT’S ALMOST HERE!

If you’re an Icon, you can shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale tomorrow morning. If you’re an Ambassador, you can shop the sale on Wednesday, and if you’re Influencer Level (which FYI has nothing to do with actually being an influencer), you can shop on Thursday. And then everybody can shop next Monday (the 15th).

And as always, I will be your Anniversary Sale Tour Guide! I hope to be a really great resource to you and my plan is to make shopping the sale FUN. You should probably carb load and get some really restful sleep. And don’t forget to hydrate. Preparation is key. Haha!

I’ve got a collage for you today to help you get an initial game plan…

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ITEMS I OWN AND LOVE

I can really stand behind each of these items. I already own them AND I ALREADY LOVE THEM. If you don’t have something on this list that you’re interested in, you should consider putting it at the top of your list. These items are TRIED AND TRUE for a reason.

Once you’re on the site, you can “heart” the items to add them to your wish list. After an item is on your wish list, it’s super easy to transfer the item to you cart on the day the sale opens to you.

1) Barefoot Dreams lounge set / 2) Natori bra / 3) Natori undies / 4) Hanky Panky undies / 5) stud earrings / 6) Unseen Sunscreen bundle / 7) True and Co bralette /  8) Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream bundle / 9) Donna Karen deodorant bundle / 10) On Cloud sneakers / 11) Dermapore ultrasonic pore extractor / 12) must have throw blanket / 13) boot cut jeans / 14) Wit and Wisdom drawstring pants / 15) pajamas / 16) Dolce Glow self tanner / 17) high waisted leggings

1) Barefoot Dreams lounge set / If you’ve never treated yourself to a Barefoot Dreams piece or set, MAKE THIS THE YEAR. They are seriously the absolute softest things you will EVER put on your body. I got my first piece (a blardigan!) around 10 years ago, and I’ve never looked back. Click HERE for all of the Barefoot Dreams items in the sale. And don’t just think of yourself, consider grabbing some pieces as gifts. They make THE BEST gifts for moms, mother-in-laws, grandmothers, sisters, pretty much anybody.

2) Natori bra / I’ve owned and loved this bra for years, and I named it a MUST HAVE around 1o years ago. I know there are many of you that only wear this bra or this bra (also available in the sale). Both bras are super comfy and have perfectly rounded cups. The thick lining minimizes nip issues, but I wouldn’t actually consider it padded at all (I don’t like padded bras). And not only do these bras make your boobs look great when you have clothing on, they are also pretty on their own! I’ve also been talking about this must have strapless bra for around 10 years or so now too, maybe more. I feel like I was the only one talking about it at first, but now the whole world knows about it. And the whole world agrees with me. I’m telling you, it is the most comfortable strapless bra you have ever OR WILL EVER put on your body. I’m not being dramatic. You’ll even find yourself wearing it when you don’t even have to wear a strapless bra. It’s that good. You won’t have to tug or pull on it, and it will give you a nice and rounded shape.

3) Natori undies / GET THESE UNDIES. Get them now. Please. I beg you. Just try them. They truly are MUST HAVES. If you’ve already been converted to these undies, then I know you stock up every year during the sale! Most people that try these end up slowly replacing all of their undies with these babies.

4) Hanky Panky undies / I’m not a regular thong wearer, but when my outfit requires it, I always wear Hanky Panky. You honestly won’t even feel like you’re wearing undies and there will be ZERO lines. They are one size fits all, which I know sounds crazy, but somehow it works because the lace is so stretchy and

5) stud earrings / Everybody needs stud earrings that they love. These are gorgeous.

6) Unseen Sunscreen bundle / If you haven’t tried the Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen, YOU MUST. My skin absorbs the product very quickly (like IMMEDIATELY!) and there is NO TRACE of it. It’s not oily or greasy, it gives a matte finish, and it doesn’t leave any white residue behind either. It feels and acts very much like a high-end makeup primer going on. Also, from reading reviews, it seems it’s awesome for people with super sensitive skin. I’m telling you, the product is absolutely incredible. And although not pictured, the Anniversary Sale bundle comes with the awesome Unseen Sunscreen stick.

7) True and Co bralette / If you’re not a fan of underwire, this is your bra. It has thin removable pads that do a great job covering the nips, and you’ll still get a nice rounded and perky shape (even sans underwire).

8) Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream bundle / This is a product that I’ve been devoted to for many many years. I added into my routine after reading about it on several blogs and in several “BEST OF” beauty articles. Lots of users compared it to the much more expensive La Mer line, but said they preferred this product!  That was it, I was convinced I needed to try it. I CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT IT. Officially, it’s a cream that floods skin with moisture for a glowing complexion in a flash. A little goes a long way with this cream, and it’s not greasy, but it is incredibly hydrating. There is a very light rose scent to this cream, and I don’t normally care for rose, but it doesn’t bother me at all.

9) Donna Karen deodorant bundle / I will buy this deodorant 3 pack every single year that it’s in the sale, and it better be in the sale every year. I get that it’s a total bougie move to wear deodorant that’s this expensive, but I can’t help it. I LOVE IT. I think I told the story about my friend Meagan complimenting how I smelled one day (we were working side by side while volunteering at the Manda Strong Golf Tournament a couple of years ago), and I was like “Thank you, it’s my armpits“. It’s true, y’all. Plus, it not only smells great, it also WORKS.

10) On Cloud sneakers / I own several pairs of On Cloud sneakers and love them all. They are light as a feather and crazy comfortable. These are very similar to one of my favorite pairs, so I was excited to see them pop up in this sale.

11) Dermapore ultrasonic pore extractor / I had this device gifted to me awhile back, and I have to say that I’m incredibly impressed by it. Head to the link to real all about what it has to offer.

12) must have throw blanket / If you know, you know. If you don’t know, YOU NEED TO KNOW. Put at least 1 in your cart to try, but I promise you will end up coming back for more. I actually recommend that you put at least 3 in your cart. If you don’t keep them all for your own home (which you might), they also make EXCELLENT gifts. And if you only have 1, the people in your house will be fighting for it. We own MANY, and I’ve given sooooooooooo many as gifts! They’re great for Christmas gifts, birthday gifts, graduation gifts and house-warming gifts! I had readers last year that said they bought 10 and knocked out their Christmas lists for extended family.

13) boot cut jeans / LADIES.  If you haven’t tried the itty bitty boot cut jeans yet, what in the world are you waiting for? Do you not want to look 5 pounds thinner and 2 inches taller? These are the perfect medium wash for fall. At 5’4″ I get the regular size (not the petites). The petite sizing in this particular pair of jeans is way too short for me. I wear my regular size 4, but most size down.

14) Wit and Wisdom drawstring pants / Plain and simple, THESE PANTS ARE FANTASTIC. I initially found them back in September, but they sold out in a flash. The readers that were lucky enough to grab them back in September were just as obsessed as I was. I’ve received countless messages singing their praises. They are a substantial ponte knit, but they aren’t too thick or bulky. They are incredibly flattering, super comfy with the drawstring waist, and let’s be honest… they’re just a cool look! You can easily dress them up for the office with a nice sweater and flats, but I also love them worn super casually with sneakers. A perfect mix of comfy and polished, these stretchy ponte pants feature a drawstring waist, full-length legs and ‘Ab’Leisure shaping pockets for a smooth fit. 

15) pajamas / I love and adore the Nordstrom pajamas. I buy a pair in the sale every couple of years. Actually, I just buy a new pair if there’s a new pattern I really love. Well, I love and adore this graphic floral, so I’ll be adding to cart this year.

16) Dolce Glow self tanner / So this is a relatively new find for me, and I am a HUGE fan. I heard Dani Austin mention it on one of her podcasts, so I decided to give it a try. IT’S AWESOME. I absolutely love the color. It’s a really pretty bronzy brown, and I think it looks very natural. Like you just got back from the beach! Secondly, it is SO EASY to apply. Because of the color, you can see exactly where you are applying it! So if you miss a spot, you know and can correct it immediately. Now, if you haven’t used the mousse before, the self-tanning mitt is ESSENTIAL for an easy and smooth application, and it comes in this anniversary sale bundle. It keeps your hands clean, and it really does make the application just about flawless. It helps you evenly distribute the mousse, and it helps to blend it beautifully.

17) high waisted leggings / Once you try high-waisted leggings, you’ll never go back. These from Zella are some of my favorites, and the 7/8 length are a perfect ankle length. Everybody needs the black for sure, but if you already have the black, you can grab one of this year’s new colors.

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