I spent 4 hours yesterday in the fitting room gearing up for the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2018 for you guys! This is a LOT. A looooot. I tried to break it down by category, and I’ll do that again over on my Instagram under the Highlights and get a bit more specific (Under $50, Investment Pieces, etc). I also included some items that I felt were worth mentioning! I highly suggest clicking around the sale to see what’s available..there are some amazing deals!
One more thing, we tend to get impulse happy during this sale! Think about what you really need for your wardrobe this upcoming season. Maybe it’s a just a pair of great investment shoes that will last for years! Shop smart, my friends! But if you have your eyes set on something, don’t wait! Things go super fast.
FOR REFERENCE: I’m 5’4″, currently 122lbs and wear a size 7 shoe.
SHOES
BP. Brice Notched Bootie // Fits TTS, I LOVE these and grabbed them!
1.State Arnet Bootie // Fits TTS!
Tory Burch Benton Ballet Flat // Fits TTS, also available in black! Marked WAY down. Definitely an investment piece!
Halogen Violet Mule // Fits TTS. Super cute leopard version right here!
Tory Burch Benton Pump // Fits TTS! Definitely an investment piece.
Leith Nik Block Heel Pumps // Fits TTS
Cole Haan Harrington Leopard Bootie // So cute for fall! Fits TTS.
Sperry Boots // Size up 1/2 to 1 full size!
Kork-Ease Casper Bootie // These made a comeback! I sized down a 1/2 size last year. They sold out last year, so don’t wait if you love them!
ECCO Soft Center Zip Sneaker // I had to size down 1 size (it’s european sizing!) I’m a 7 and went with the 6-6.5.
OTHER’S MENTIONED/NOTED THAT ARE WORTH THE SPLURGE!
Marc Fisher LTD Valen Sandal // Fits TTS.
Paul Green Sheridan Bootie // Fits TTS. Investment piece!
Vince Camuto Pevista Bootie // Fits TTS
Vince Cantara Slip On // Fits TTS, comes in a variety of colors.
Steve Madden OTK Stretch Boot // Fits TTS, comes in taupe like last year too!
Hunter Boots in Black // Fits TTS or size down
BP. Tonya Open Mule // Fits TTS
FRYE Melissa Knee High Boot // I always go with my normal size in these! Investment piece, but will last you years.
1.STATE Sisteen Half d’Orsay Pump // These come in a leopard option, too!
Vince Camuto Patamina Boot // This looks like a great everyday knee high boot!
JACKETS
The North Face Gotham II Down Jacket // Loved this one! I actually scooped it up online in the ivory because I loved it so much! I sized up 1 size to a small.
The North Face Thermoball Insulated Hooded Parka // Wearing a small, I suggest sizing up one size! This one is much lighter than the down one I tried
The North Face Vest // I LOVED this one too. It’s under $100, but still an investment piece for the item. However it’s timeless, classic, and something you’ll have for years. This cam home with me!
Barbour Kinnordy Waterproof Jacket // I’m wearing a size 6. Definitely an investment piece, but will last you for YEARS.
Caslon Long Sleeved Crew Neck Tee // I sized up to a S, but an XS would be fine for me! TTS!
AG Ex-Boyfriend Jean // Wearing a 25 in these. Super comfortable, slimmer fit than your typical boyfriend jean.
Barbour Cushion Quilted Jacket // Wearing a size 6. Super lightweight, yet warm!
Caslon Long Sleeved Crew Neck Tee // I sized up to a S, but an XS would be fine for me! TTS!
AG Ex-Boyfriend Jean // Wearing a 25 in these. Super comfortable, slimmer fit than your typical boyfriend jean.
Treasure & Bond Convertible Leather Jacket // Size up 1 size…turns into a vest! Didn’t even know that!
Caslon Faux Shearling Jacket // I’m wearing a Small, size up 1! So insanely soft and cozy. This came home with me, I think it’s super versatile for fall.
TopShop Faux Leather Jacket // Wearing a 4, definitely size up one size on this! Love the moto detail.
Socialite Thermal Henley Top // Fits TTS. Super soft, comes in a few colors. This made a comeback this year!
BLANK NYC Suede Jacket // Size up 1 size, I’m wearing a Small. I LOVE this jacket in this new color…always a staple and super versatile. Investment piece, but still budget friendly!
Socialite Thermal Henley Top // Fits TTS. Super soft, comes in a few colors. This made a comeback this year!
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
BP. Brice Notched Bootie // Fits TTS, I LOVE these and grabbed them!
BLANK NYC Moto Jacket // Size up 1 size, I’m wearing a small. The hood is detachable! Great faux leather option. I have this from last year!
Socialite Thermal Henley Top // Fits TTS. Super soft, comes in a few colors. This made a comeback this year!
WORTH MENTIONING:
Wubby Fleece Pullover // This pullover is back!! Size UP 1-2 sizes! I sized up 1 size last year and still wish it was bigger. This always sells out!
ATHLETIC
Zella Live-In Leggings // (This photo is from last year but they’re back on sale!) I wear a size Small! Only $35. The best time to scoop up a pair, I prefer these over other brands!
Alo Fluid Tunic Hoodie // Wearing an XS, fits TTS (oversized)
Alo High Waist Airbrush Leggings // Work well for petite! Purposely shorter than normal. Wearing a S, go up one size.
Zella Wrap Sweater // Wearing an XS, fits TTS.
Zella Street Style High Waisted Leggings // I’m wearing an XS, size up 1.
Zella Core Sports Bra // Wearing a S and I’m a 34B/C depending on milk flow, haha!
Zella Street Style High Waisted Leggings // I’m wearing an XS, size up 1.
Zella Sun Salutation High Waisted Leggings // Wearing a S. Size up 1.
Zella Loop Back Tank // Wearing an XS, fits TTS. Comes in other colors, too!
Zella Luxury Bomber Jacket // Wearing a S, go TTS.
Alo High Waist Airbrush Leggings // Work well for petite! Purposely shorter than normal. Wearing a S, go up one size.
WORTH MENTIONING
ZELLA Maternity Leggings // I have no doubt these are good!!!!!!
Zella Live In Crop Leggings // Like their regular leggings but a cropped version. Size up 1.
SPANX Faux Leather Leggings // MAKIN’ A COMEBACK! Go up 1 size!
CARDIGANS/SWEATERS
Caslon Long Marled Cardigan // Wearing an XS, fits TTS.
Caslon Rounded V-Neck Tee // Love this basic tee option, wearing a size S. Slightly sheer, definitely recommend a nude bra underneath! Has a relaxed fit.
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
BP. Balloon Sleeve Sweater // Fits TTS, wearing an XS.
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
BP. Brice Notched Bootie // Fits TTS, I LOVE these and grabbed them!
Leith Ribbed Cardigan // Similar to their circle cardigan last year! Fits TTS.
Caslon Rounded V-Neck Tee // Love this basic tee option, wearing a size S. Slightly sheer, definitely recommend a nude bra underneath! Has a relaxed fit.
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
BP. Cocoon Cardigan // Fits TTS, wearing an XS. Under $32!
BP. Textured Stitch V-Neck Sweater // Fits TTS. This is the color “grey bark”
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
BP. Brice Notched Bootie // Fits TTS, I LOVE these and grabbed them!
Chelsea28 Oversized Open Cardigan // Fits very oversized, size down if possible or just go TTS for the general oversized look.
Caslon Long Sleeved Crew Neck Tee // I sized up to a S, but an XS would be fine for me! TTS!
AG Ex-Boyfriend Jean // Wearing a 25 in these. Super comfortable, slimmer fit than your typical boyfriend jean.
Free People Saturday Cardigan // Fits oversized, go with normal size or size down. Comes in Black and Ivory too!
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
BP. Brice Notched Bootie // Fits TTS, I LOVE these and grabbed them!
Madewell Cardigan // Wearing an XS, fits TTS. (Website says runs large, I didn’t find that…but I also like my cardigans oversized!)
Socialite Waffle Tee
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
BP. Brice Notched Bootie // Fits TTS, I LOVE these and grabbed them!
BP. Mock Neck Colorblock Sweater // Fits TTS.
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
BP. Brice Notched Bootie // Fits TTS, I LOVE these and grabbed them!
Trouve Side Slit Sweater // Go TTS. Great for the office, too!
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
TopShop Open Front Cardigan // Fits very oversized. Go TTS or size down. Comes in ivory and black, too!
Caslon Rounded V-Neck Tee // Love this basic tee option, wearing a size S. Slightly sheer, definitely recommend a nude bra underneath! Has a relaxed fit.
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
Paul Green Sheridan Bootie // Fits TTS. Definitely an investment and a splurge, but they’re insanely comfortable. I can see why they’re the price they are.
Barefoot Dreams Cardigan // Wearing a S/M. This is the smallest size, so size down if you can!
Caslon Rounded V-Neck Tee // Love this basic tee option, wearing a size S. Slightly sheer, definitely recommend a nude bra underneath! Has a relaxed fit.
Alo High Waist Airbrush Leggings // Work well for petite! Purposely shorter than normal. Wearing a S, go up one size.
BP. Oversized Waffle Stitch Cardigan // Go TTS.
Caslon Long Sleeved Crew Neck Tee // I sized up to a S, but an XS would be fine for me! TTS!
AG Ex-Boyfriend Jean // Wearing a 25 in these. Super comfortable, slimmer fit than your typical boyfriend jean.
Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Lite Circle Cardigan // I have this from last year, I size up 1 size!
Zella Live-In Leggings // These are a huge seller every year! I wear a size S, and they’re only $35!
WORTH MENTIONING
I use this time of year to purchase my Barefoot Dreams items, because they’re at such a great price!
Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Lite Hooded Coastal Cardigan // Fits TTS.
BLOUSES/SHIRTS
Rails Hunter Plaid Shirt // Go TTS. This is an investment piece that is timeless!
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
Leith Henley Woven Shirt // Fits TTS! Super cute budget friendly option.
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
BP. Brice Notched Bootie // Fits TTS, I LOVE these and grabbed them!
Hinge Tie Neck Ruffle Blouse // Fits TTS. Love this for fall, it came home with me! Great for work or casual, or day to night.
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
BP. Brice Notched Bootie // Fits TTS, I LOVE these and grabbed them!
Chelsea28 Smocked Neck Blouse // Fits TTS. Another great work option than can go from day to night!
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
BP. Brice Notched Bootie // Fits TTS, I LOVE these and grabbed them!
Caslon Thermal Henley Top // Fits TTS. I’m wearing a S but should’ve tried the small. SUPER SOFT. Great layering piece.
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
BP. Brice Notched Bootie // Fits TTS, I LOVE these and grabbed them!
Caslon Twist Front Long Sleeve Tee // I’m wearing a Small, size up 1!
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
BP. Brice Notched Bootie // Fits TTS, I LOVE these and grabbed them!
Wayf Plunging Knot Front Blouse // I sized up one size in this! The small fit me better in the waist.
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
BP. Lace Trim Satin Cami // Go TTS. This is a great option for under cardigans!
Free People January Tee // My favorite long sleeved tee is back and on sale! I wore this during my pregnancy, too. It fits TTS. Scoop up multiple colors!!
DENIM
AG Farrah Skinny Jeans // Fit TTS, wearing a 26. These are INCREDIBLE. Investment, but well worth it. Staple item for fall.
AG Ex-Boyfriend Jean // Wearing a 25 in these. Super comfortable, slimmer fit than your typical boyfriend jean.
Articles of Society Jean // Basically a dupe of the AG jeans, but on a budget! Fit TTS.
DRESSES/JUMPSUITS
TopShop Ribbed Bodycon Dress // Multiple colors, Go TTS or size up 1 if you want it slightly looser. Wearing a 4. Totally works for a bump, too, and under $30!
BP. Ruffled Floral Print Jumpsuit // Fits TTS, wearing an XS. This came home with me!
BP. Ruched Ribbed Bodycon Dress // Definitely size up 1! Also works great with a baby bump!
Ingrid and Isabel Maternity Dress // I have this dress in a green color, but it’s on sale in black and navy! It was one of my favorite maternity dresses this past pregnancy! Fits TTS (pre-pregnancy size)
WORTH MENTIONING:
Leith Melange Wrap Dress // The Leith dress we all know and love BUT NURSING FRIENDLY! Scooped up 2 for myself. Woo!
I also placed an order early this morning, so I’ll be sure to share more with you when I return from Charleston and for public access! Stay tuned!!!
Love your picks, Lauren! Looking forward to getting some of those sweaters.
What size do you wear in the Free People January Tee? I know you said TTS, but I”m trying to decide between an XS and S!
XS!
If you had to pick between the Alo Airbrushed leggings and the Spanx Faux Leather leggings, which would you choose? Thanks for sharing your picks!
It depends what you want them for! Alo is more for exercise, Spanx is every day wear!
Hi Lauren,
Just wondering if you think the buttons go down far enough on the Caslon Thermal Henley Top to be nursing friendly? Thanks. 🙂
Yes, I believe so!
Thank you so much for these try-ons! It’s so helpful to see particular items and get your opinion on them.
What color are the Kork Ease booties? Doesn’t look like any of the offerings online, unless that color already sold out?
Thanks for all of your recommendations! I’m excited that a lot are still available now that the public sale has started.