What is the sale?
It’s essentially Nordstrom’s biggest sale of the year. Unlike other sales, everything featured in this sale is brand new for next season. It’s a great opportunity to stock up on everything you’ll want for the fall/winter season and save before the prices go back up.
My Goal for the Sale
To be as realistic as possible and only show the items that you are 100% going to want and won’t be able to find elsewhere. I just really don’t want to overwhelm yall. I think that’s the one problem with the Nordstrom sale. It can be very overwhelming. Especially with every blogger on the planet sharing about it lol. So I just really want to only show ya’ll the items that I truly believe are the best within the sale. Especially during Corona times. Things are hard and I get that. I would hate for ya’ll to spend money and not be 100% happy with your purchase.
Important Dates
The sale will open for everyone on August 19th but if you want to shop the sale early (before any items sell out) then you’ll want to sign up for a Nordstroms Credit Card ahead of time. I’ve had my card since 2014, so I’m on the “Influencer Level”, which basically means I’ve spent a lot of money there over the years (shocking lol) and get to shop early on Aug 10th. If you want to be able to shop ahead of time, then it’s not too late to sign up for a card. You can do so here. Personally, I only find this necessary if you are really wanting to snag a hot item that you know will sell out fast. Ex: The infamous Barefoot Dreams Blanket
SHOPPING ADVICE
- Go for items you know you’ll want this fall season and need to buy anyways. Same with the items that are apart of the sale that normally never go on sale.
- Think about everything you already have, cross those off your list, and then narrow down what you actually need. For example – if you already have a leather jacket, then there is no reason to even give those the time of day.
- I would also look at everything and decide what you could get somewhere else for cheaper. For example, this sweater really is super nice but I can guarantee you that Old Navy will have something just as nice for $15 all season. Ya, feel me?
- If you’re shopping online (highly suggest) go ahead and make a wish list of everything you want on the Nordstrom’s website. That way, on the day of the sale, all you have to do is add it to your cart.
- Lastly, shop through my picks! I have all my favorites saved above under the NSALE tab, I’ll be sharing a ton of collages on the Liketoknow.it app and I’ll be updating blog posts for it as well.
FALL TRENDS TO LOOK FOR
Square Toe and Block Heel Boots. Mules! Lots of dainty gold jewelry. Browns and neutral tones! Minimalist vibes. Wide leg jeans, flare jeans, and straight leg jeans! Puffy Shoulders.
TRENDS GOING OUT OF STYLE
Over-accessorizing (ex matching boots, hat, and scarf), OTK boots (not necessarily out but if you already own a pair, get something different), tie-dye (unless it’s muted &/or neutral), anything that looks like it’s trying too hard, large colorful statement jewelry.
WHAT I’M SHOPPING FOR
I’m personally gravitating towards all activewear and loungewear! Which mainly has to do with Corona, being stuck inside and wanting to get back in shape post-baby lol. Definitely these mules in creme, probably this sweater and then I really need to get a new pair of wide-leg jeans. There is no way the ones I currently own are going to fit this postpartum body.
Lastly, I, unfortunately, need to pick up a new leather jacket. I say unfortunately because I accidentally ruined mine last season and I’m still bitter about it. I’d just rather be buying something else like this black quilted coat because it’s beautiful and reminds me of my Burberry one but for like 1/16th of price.
SHOP THE POST
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I’m going to go ahead and pat myself on the back with my picks above because this whole collage is a total vibe and I am here for it. I swear to only buy chic capsule pieces that I will not only be able to wear this season, but next year as well when the world hopefully opens back up.
Out of all the items above, this particular Barefoots Dreams blanket is by far going to go the fastest. It does every year. Luckily, it comes in so many colors. Barefoot Dreams also has a ton of other blankets apart of the sale (see here and here) that are just as soft and cute but without the infamous leopard print, every blogger has. My advice is if you really want one, go for the other versions and skip the leopard one. Everyone will be so concentrated on that one that you will be able to snag one of the others.
more barefoot dreams blankets
I bought this cardigan (3), this turtleneck tunic (18), these zella leggings (20), and this sports bra (8) last year and can 1000% vouge for all of them. I have these Ultra Boosts (13) and if you have ever wanted a pair, now is the time. They are the most comfortable and supportive athletic sneakers on the market. If you don’t want to spend that much though, then I would go with the Swift Run Sneakers. I own two pairs and also love! Incredibly lightweight. The only thing is that don’t have anywhere near the support that the UltraBoost does.
If there is anything particular you are looking for, need advice on any of the above or need help picking between two different items – DM me on Instagram or leave it in the comments section below.
Lastly, thank you guys so much for trusting and shopping through my site. It means more than you know!
xo,
Lauren
