The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale has officially begun. After a week of early access to cardholders, it’s now open to all. Brand new merchandise for Fall and Winter 2018 will be discounted for two weeks only. Prices go back up on August 6.
Recent Roundups
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Accessories, Lounge & Active Wear
Accessories were good, although the assortment was smaller than usual. Take the time to browse them because there are gems that we miss …
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Skirts, Pants & Jeans
There were some great skirts at the NAS this year, which my clients and I welcomed with open arms. There were finally options with some …
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Dresses
It has been an incredible dress season, and there were some delightful winners at the sale. Retailers are finally understanding that we …
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Knitwear & Tops
The knitwear at the NAS was disappointing, and there wasn’t a lot of it. Pullovers were few and far between, and cardigans …
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Jackets, Coats & Vests
The coat assortment is normally a NAS highlight, but the jacket assortment beat it hands down. Too many of the coats were scratchy or …
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Footwear
The strength of this year’s NAS was the footwear assortment, and this is reflected in my client’s purchases and my own. The …
Link Love: Summer Reading
If you’re looking for some Summer reading material for the beach, your next trip, or just to relax at home on the couch with a …
My NAS Shopping Strategy, 2018
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is perfectly timed for me because I like to shop early in the retail season. I can secure the best …
Your Favourite Styling Techniques
I’ve noticed that there are a few styling strategies that I use frequently in my outfits. The first three pander to my …
Two Pressing Fab Finds
And now for something that isn’t style, but is somewhat style related. I don’t enjoy ironing, but I do it because I like …
Wardrobe Workhorses
A wardrobe workhorse is an item of clothing, pair of shoes, or accessory that gets a LOT of wear. Workhorses can be simple and subtle, …
The NAS Is Here
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale opens to the public on July 20. Early access, available to Nordstrom card members, started today. The …
Your Spring and Summer Wild Cards
A wild card is an item that is atypical for your style persona, but that speaks to you in some way. Adding a wild card to your wardrobe …
Celebrating Diversity in Style
I turn 48 today and feel extremely blessed. I’m happy, healthy, loved, have dear friends, a wonderful family, the best husband, …
Link Love: The Summer of the Straw Hat
Last time we talked about sunscreen products, but hats are a great way to add an extra layer of sun protection. This time of the year …
Annual Make-Up Update
I love to wear a bit of make-up and do so daily. I find that it adds polish and definition to my physical features. That said, …
Fashion News Roundup: June 2018
A Nordstrom arts partnership, a Pierre Cardin documentary and other style news that caught our attention this month. Asos has pledged …
Ten Fashion Fallacies
Fashion is still quite fickle, but it’s a lot less rigid than it used to be. We are living in an era that is accepting and …
Link Love: Sunnies for Summer 2018
Almost anything goes in fashion these days, but just like with clothes, there are sunglasses trends that stand out each year. Tiny …
Link Love: Sun Protection in 2018
The Environmental Working Group has released its sunscreen guide for 2018. Here is a rundown of the most notable category 1 products in …
Five Good Reasons to Shop in Advance
I don’t believe in waiting before wearing. The reason you bought the item in the first place was to wear it, not to stare at it. …
Six Tips for Happy Spring & Summer Feet
The snow and ice is gone, the sun is out, and temperatures are up. That means showcasing your feet in sandals, mules, slides, and …
Fashion News Roundup: May 2018
A Grace Coddington talk show, a new fashion documentary, a J.Crew relaunch, and more news from the fashion trenches this month. Target …
