There are fewer warm woolly sweaters and Athleisure tops at the sale. Many more blouses and knitted tops, which might be more of what people are wearing these days. That said, I was happy to see cotton sweaters at the sale which I think is a first. Cotton knitwear is less likely to pill and itch, and I’m a fan. Lots of black, dusty tints and shades, and earth tones, but if you click the links you’ll find more options.
Again, I’ve made the hidden away and unexpected heroes top picks instead of the same NAS winners we see season after season.
Go to the collection page to see the item pictures alongside my descriptions.
- RAILS Yolie Sleeveless Mock Neck Satin Blouse: This top has a matching skirt that looks mismatched in the stock photos but matches perfectly in person. It creates a GORGEOUS column of colour with the skirt and you can leave the top UNTUCKED.
- Nordstrom V-Neck Top: An excellent top for apple shaped body types and works well on petites. The shallow V-neck is awesome, and this shade of oyster is rich and lovely. Available in colours.
- Treasure&Bond Long Sleeve Cotton Blouse: Super cute on trend cotton blouse that feels good against the skin. Comes in cinnamon, and size down.
- Caslon Chambray Popover Tunic: Best tunic at the NAS. Every client who tried it on, loved it - even when they don't wear shirts! Comfy, easy to wear, fab high-low hemline, and casually polished.
- RAILS Hunter Button-Up Shirt: Drapey, soft, rich, and feels fab against the skin. Size up for a larger bust.
- Vince Camuto Geometric Jacquard Sleeveless Mock Neck Top: This is AWESOME under the matching blazer in the same fabric and pattern to create a unique twinset effect. Soft, comfy, and great UNTUCKED.
- PAIGE Lorilee Wool Blend Turtleneck Sweater: This sweater isn't as revealing on the shoulders as I thought it would be. It worked on narrow shouldered petite apple shaped body types too. It's spectacular if you can wear the chunky high neck. Comes in dusty lilac.
- Caslon Cozy Crewneck Sweater: An interesting colour combination, texture, and super soft sweater. Mega cosy. Lots of solid colours. Size down.
- Vince Funnel Neck Wool Blend Sweater: These are refined, luxe and lovely. The neck is high but not constricting, and the silhouette fluid in a shaped way. Comes in pink and black.
- Nordstrom Signature Cashmere Crewneck Pullover: Simple Luxe Cosy Fluid Lilac Fabness. Comes in pearl grey.
- AllSaints Lock Mock Neck Sweater: Asymmetrical Architectural Sweater Fabness in four colours. Genuis design that has looked good on a range of body types, and works well on petites.
- French Connection Lilly Mozart Cotton Sweater: 100% cotton sweater that comes in brights and neutrals. Unlikely to pill. The orange is rust in person. Not too wide on the neckline. Length looks good with high rise waists, skirts, and wide bottoms. Comfy, soft, and forgiving. I passed on these because I'm not in a slouchy sweater mood. The sleeves are especially slouchy, and I prefer mine with structure. Popular with clients though. Fab for WFH. Might need to size down.
- Nic + Zoe Women's Print Asymmetric Destroyed Edge Sweater: Amazing silhouette that glides with gentle purpose along the contour of the body. Denim-friendly and earth-tone-lite. Lovely fabric and neat neckline.
- Nic + Zoe Women's Abstract Print Sweater: Very comfy and casually refined. Amazing with salt and pepper hair, and comes in petite.
- Ted Baker London Claudan Floral Jacquard Sweater: If you like blues, purples and high neckilines, try this darling. Pretty and polished. Nice fluid fit.
- Zella Luxe Pocket Sweatshirt: A super cute sweatshirt with a subtle high-low hemline and architectural integrity. A little shiny, and comes in stone. Size down.
- Alo Cozy Hoodie: Slouchy Lilac Hoodie Fabness. Super soft, comes in teal, and size down.
- Zella Carey Jacquard Knit Funnel Neck Pullover: Another outstanding architectural look from Zella in AMAZING textured fabric. Soft and comfy too. The photo does not do the silhouette justice. One client wore the white with wide cropped jeans and lantern pants, and looked sublime. Loved it as much on my 81 year old client who rocked it with cropped flared jeans. Size down and look at the colour options.
- Rag & Bone Amy Stripe Cotton Zip Sweater: 100% cotton and FABULOUS. This navy and cream zip-through top is tailored, comfy and polished. I zip it up completely because it looks sharp and dressier that way. Good high neckline for Team Long Neck, and as lovely un-zipped a little too. It's mine and looks great with navy lantern pants and sailor pants, and ecru barrel leg jeans.
- Cinq A Sept Taylee Silk Satin Blouse: STUNNING blouse on apple shaped body types, and works well on petites. Luxe, pretty, soft, and alluring. Great UNTUCKED. Has silky joggers to match, and a tweed blazer too.
- SWEATY BETTY Bouclé Funnel Neck Sweatshirt: If you like semi-structured sweat tops with high necklines - try this one. Comes in blue.
- Zadig & Voltaire Camo Skull Cotton Graphic Sweatshirt: Skull Sweatshirt Fabness for Team Hard Edge. Comes in pale pink for a softer and prettier vibe.
- Nordstrom V-Neck Sweater: Looks much better in person, and has a great shallow V-neckline at the back. Size down, and good on Team Tall.
- Madewell Polo Sweater: Fab litte johnny collar sweater that looks great with skits and wider bottoms. Lovely fit and quality. Comes in lilac which is sold out at the moment. Might run a little big.
- Zadig & Voltaire Tink Glam Rock Satin Blouse: Beautiful blouse that works well on a larger bust. Might run a little big and is not as bright in person.
- Vince Camuto Abstract Print Batwing Sleeve Chiffon Blouse: Drapey, dramatic, breezy and fun. Size down, and don't eat soup when wearing this top.
- Eileen Fisher Boat Neck Raglan Sleeve Merino Wool Rib Sweater: Gorgeous drape and fabric, lightweight, and comes in colours. Looks fab on petites and can work well with skirts. Comes in colours.
- CeCe Floral Print Ruffle Sleeve Blouse: An easy and pretty blouse to wear with Summery black pants and white slides or sandals. Layers well under jackets, has a little more coverage than sleeveless tops, and is forgiving on the midsection.
- French Connection Mozart Popcorn Stitch Sleeveless Cotton Sweater: Fab textured vest that layers well over shirts and blouses. Love the side slits and high-low hemline. Comes in toffee. Best on a longer neck.
- Club Monaco Sculptural Sleeveless Top: This top looks great layered under jackets and on its own without layers. Its fluidity is forgiving on the midsection and breezy to wear. The sculptured hemline creates an attractive and interesting effect. Lovely quality. Comes in black.
