The Half Yearly Sale Details

The Nordstrom Anniversary sale is a one-of-a-kind event where you’ll find amazing deals on clothing, shoes, handbags, accessories, jewelry, cosmetics, fragrances, home goods and more! It’s one of the biggest sales of the year and you can always find something amazing!

When is the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale?
Early Access to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale starts on July 12, and the sale opens to everyone on July 28, 2021. You can shop the Anniversary Sale online starting at 3am ET/12am PT on July 28, or in person during regular store hours and the sale will end at 3am ET/12am PT on August 9! That means for most shoppers, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale will only last for 12 days—July 28 through August 8. (Prices go up August 9.) For those with Early Access, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale lasts for nearly a month.

Early Access is a special perk reserved for Nordstrom cardmembers. Your Nordy Club level is based on yearly spend amounts, though all cardmembers automatically start at Influencer status. You can only shop Anniversary Sale Early Access as a cardmember. If you

• Icon Status – July 12: Early Access for cardmembers with Icon status.
• Ambassador Status- July 14: Access for cardmembers with Ambassador status.
• Influencer Status- July 16: Access for cardmembers with Influencer status.
• General Public- July 28: Anniversary Sale opens to the general public

I highly recommend shopping online, but creating your wishlists prior to the event! Some things will sell out quickly! Last year, I stalked a pair of shoes and it literally sold out in minutes. I was so bummed and kept checking back a few times a day for restocks! I finally got them and still wear them to this day!

Top Fashion Picks for Women

I am super excited for these items! Some of them I already own after buying them from previous anniversary sales and some I have on my wishlist and am getting ready to purchase! They are great pieces that you can mix and match! Just remember that even though this is a massive sale, you don’t need everything! Really look at your closet, see what pieces would make a great addition, and try and build your wardrobe! It’s easy to want to get an item because it’s trendy but if you can’t afford it or you don’t really need it, I would definitely pass!

A Little Breakdown of My Fave Items

1// Nordstrom Moonlight Short Pajamas (Sale: $29.90): I love these pajamas! I own a black pair and they are so comfortable! Definitely want to add this leopard print version to my collection! Some say it runs slightly oversize but for me it runs true to size! Also, I like to wash these with permanent press/delicates because reviews say they pill after a few washes. I haven’t experienced that when washing on delicate! These are a definite add to cart ASAP! Comes in so many colors!

2// Converse Chuck Taylor^® All Star^® Slip-On Sneaker (Sale: $39.90): These are a great and versatile slip-on sneaker you can wear with so many outfits! I love how they look with Spanx Leggings! Size down half a size!

3// Levi’s^® Ribcage Ripped High Waist Ankle Straight Leg Jeans (Sale: $71.90): I have had these jeans on my wishlist for quite some time so I am super excited to order them! I love the color of this pair, as well as the high-waist and the straight leg. They look great dressed up or down so it’s a pretty versatile pair! I always size up in Levi’s so I would recommend that as well!

4// True and CO. True Body Lift V-Neck Bralette (Sale: $37.90): I love this bra! It’s actually my go-to bra for under t-shirts! I love that it doesn’t have any seams, I can easily pull up for nursing and it doesn’t show through clothes! I will definitely be stocking up on these during the sale! They come in so many colors as well! There is also a thin-convertible strap style too!

5// Outdoor Research Trail Mix Turtleneck Pullover (Sale: $66.90): Stay warm whether you’re on the trail or planning your next adventure in this cozy, lightweight fleece top made with thermoregulating ActiveTemp technology! It comes in a few different colors and I love that I can wear it on beach walks or after a workout on a colder day and look stylish!

6// Daydreamer Def Leppard Hysteria Tour Graphic Tee (Sale: $44.90): I own a few of these shirts and I love them! You can’t go wrong with a graphic tee! I love how it looks when paired with a blazer, jeans and a pair of booties!

7// Zella Restore Soft Lounge Longline Bra (Sale: $29.90): This low-impact bra is great for working from home or a studio practice with its lightly supportive shelf bra and comfy, partially recycled brushed jersey material! I love these for Pilates and Yoga!

8// Free People Swim Too Deep Turtleneck Sweater (Sale: $79.90): This grandly oversized sweater that envelops you in the softness of its chunky Shaker stitch knit is the perfect sweater for fall! It’s definitely oversized so size down 1-2 sizes! You can wear as a tunic sweater with leggings or as a sweater dress with some knee-high boots! I am obsessed with the emerald green color, as well as the tan!

9// Spanx Faux Leather Leggings (Sale: $64.90): If you have been following the blog for a while, you may know that I am a major fan of these leather leggings! It’s pretty much my style staple for all of fall and winter! I sized up because they are definitely tight (have a large)!

10// Free People Gorgeous Jess Wrap Dress (Sale: $98.90): Wrapped at the waist and tied with a sweet little bow, this ankle-grazing dress will add floral charm to your warm-weather wardrobe! It’s so cute and would look so stylish with boots, a leather jacket and a hat! It would be a great option for family photos!

11// Quay Australia Its My Way 61mm Gradient Cat Eye Sunglasses (Sale: $35.90): I love these super affordable oversized cat eye sunglasses! Definitely ordering these!

12// BB DAKOTA PREP COOL PLAID LONGLINE BLAZER: (Sale: $59.90): This is one of my trendier purchases that I am leaning towards! I want to wear it with a graphic tee and my Spanx leggings! It looks effortlessly cool!

13// Adidas Swift Run X Sneaker ($56.90): Love these! I bought a pair about five sales ago and I still wear them for my workouts! I get so many compliments and they just fit great!

14// Marc Fisher Gadri Pointed Toe Bootie ($99.90): I love these stylish pointy-toe bootie with a chunky stacked heel! They are versatile and can easily elevate an outfit!

15// AVEC LES FILLES Plaid Shawl Collar Coat (Sale: $149.90): Okay! So this is a piece that is a little out of my normal purchases, but I think after binge watching Virgin River, I am being drawn towards winter coats and cute outfits! This coat reminds me of something Mel would wear and I think it would look great with my Spanx leggings!

You Can Shop My Picks Below!

If you are in need of some styling advice! I put together a few different looks based on some of my favorite items from the sale! There are so many ways to style these pieces so you can easily build a capsule wardrobe!

Outfit 2: Sweater// Leggings // Shoes // Diaper Bag Outfit 3: White Tee // Black Jeans // Boots // Coat

Outfit 1: Blazer // White Tee // Jeans // Boots Outfit 2: Hat // Tee // Jeans // Bra // Shoes

You Can Shop More of Our Favorite Finds Below

If you want more Nordstrom Picks, be sure to follow us on our Liketoknow.it account (username:sunkissedandgrateful)! We will be sharing some of our favorite finds over the next few weeks, as well as some other amazing deals from Abercrombie, Old Navy, Amazon, Target and more! You can see a previous Old Navy Haul here or a Target Short-Girl Approved Haul here!

Hopefully this blog post will help you get ideas or outfit inspiration for the big Nordstrom anniversary sale! It has so many great deals that you can take advantage of! Don’t forget to make a wishlist and only order what your budget will allow! You never want to go in debt just for a new purse or shoes!

As always, thank you for your support and we hope you are having a great summer!

Xoxoxo,

Kari

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I believe its important to wear what makes you feel happy, without getting caught up with dressing for body type, age, trends or occupation (sahm ). When you feel happy in what you wear your confidence will shine through! For too long I stressed about looking “fat”, not covered up enough, or how others thought I should dress, so it feels great to dress without all of that internal dialogue!!

If there is a certain fashion trend you’re wanting to try, try it! A blogger I follow said she also struggles with stepping out of her fashion comfort zone, but usually after 3 times wearing the new item, it feels more her. I took that advice to heart.

Say “yes” to new things

One of the benefits of this pandemic is that it’s caused me to say “yes” to new things and not overthink as much. Anyone else have some serious self growth during the pandemic?? So I decided to buy a lounge set!! Not a huge victory but baby steps, right?? Seriously though, I’d see so many women looking amazing in a lounge set and would tell myself I would never look good in one because I’m short and curvy. (We can be so unkind to ourselves!) But I ignored those thoughts and got a lounge set anyway!

1 lounge set, 3 ways

I found a super cute lounge set from Hello Honey, a small shop I discovered on Instagram and decided to style 1 lounge set, 3 ways.

It’s the perfect green for winter, super soft and ribbed. Check out the lounge set here (it also comes in other colors)!

Lounge set-Style 1

For style 1, I wore the complete lounge set. As I shared above, the material is so soft I felt super comfortable. The pants are high waisted and have an elastic waist band, which is a combo I love. I also love the wider leg of the pant. I get so hot wearing fitted pants so I was on the hunt for non fitted pants for our tropical winter. The shirts is slouchy/boxy, which I love as well.

The top and bottom together for option 1 was a lot of fabric for my frame but I didn’t mind it! The strong winds the day we were out, however, gave the impression of a looser fit. If they had a smaller size it would be nice to compare. If you prefer a more fitted lounge set, I’d suggest sizing down.

Lounge set- Style 2

For Style 2, I wanted to see how the lounge set top would look with more fitted bottoms. So I paired the top with my Abercrombie mom shorts. (Side note: these shorts are super flattering and work it you have more athletic legs and a butt. They are currently on sale for $12!) The wind get even stronger and it started raining so we had to run to the car after a couple shots so I didn’t get to try other styling I had planned. I later tried tucking the hem of the shirt into my bra and loved that look too!

Style 3

For the final variation, style 3, I chose a fitted top with the lounge bottoms. I wore an Abercrombie body suit, which is comfortable and has good stretch. I also added a straw hat to the outfit! This was actually my favorite of the 3 looks because I think its perfect for winter in Kauai!

Wear what makes YOU happy

I hope that me taking a small step outside of my fashion comfort zone has inspired you to do the same and wear what makes you happy! Or even just try a style that you never considered! Life is too short to limit your closet due to self-sabotaging beliefs. 🙂 Have you tried any new fashion trends recently? Share them with us!!

A great way to try fashion trends before committing to them is with the Nuuly subscription box, check out Kari’s post on it to learn more about it!

Shop my look here!

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