Next up are jackets and coats, of which there were a particularly good fashionable assortment at the NAS this year. Many of the silhouettes are fluid and boxy in order to accommodate oversized knitwear. Browse through all the colour options and check availability across petite and plus sizes. Note that sizes do come back into stock over the course of the two week sale so keep checking the items for your size.

Jackets

• Marc New York By Andrew Marc Front Zip Leather Jacket (Regular & Petite) (Online Only): This was one of the best leather jackets at the sale, especially in a petite size. Clean lines yet lots of detail. Not overly moto-esque. Please try this jacket if you're a petite.
• Caslon Drape Neck Zip Cardigan (Regular & Petite): A cozy and super soft topper that drapes with the best of them. Perfect for plane travel and excellent on petites in regular sizes.
• Theory 'Gabe B. 2' Jacket: A modern classic with high longevity. I have this jacket in ink blue and love it. The low stance is fashionable and the fit is ever so slightly fluid. Impeccable quality and gorgeous fabric. I travel on flights wearing this blazer and it stays looking crisp forever. A good investment piece if you're a blazer gal.
• Sejour Animal Jacquard Bomber Jacket (Plus Size): A super bomber jacket that's quite tailored when worn unzipped. Fab over dresses.
• Halogen Zip Front Leather Jacket (Regular & Petite): A good leather jacket for petite apple shaped body types. Lightweight.
• Jou Jou Faux Leather Moto Jacket (Juniors): An inexpensive and very distressed pleather piece just for fun.
• Halogen Suit Jacket (Regular & Petite): A fabulous fit on a very curry hourglass with a larger bust. Great side seam patch pocket detail.
• Halogen Zip Front Shimmer Finish Leather Jacket (Regular & Petite): Another excellent leather jacket for a petite apple shaped body type. The shimmer on the leather is for Team Magpie and very unique. Lightweight.
• Trouvé Trouvé Mixed Texture Jacket: A mixed media tuxedo jacket that works well over dresses.
• Two by Vince Camuto Collarless Faux Leather & Knit Moto Jacket: An unusual faux leather jacket. It's made of a fabric that's a little like neoprene but much softer. Very comfortable on the arms. It's suited to a longer torso.
• Two by Vince Camuto Collarless Mixed Media Moto Jacket (Plus Size): Here in plus sizes.
• Eileen Fisher Leather Sleeve Merino Lambswool Jacket (Regular & Petite): A brilliant sweater jacket, and a favourite with clients. Warm, arty and cozy. It runs big so size down one or two sizes. The back is very tailored. The brown is as nice as the charcoal.
• Eileen Fisher Leather Trim Merino Wool Jacket (Regular & Petite): Hard edge with a soft touch. The jacket looks amazing zipped up. It has a fab high-low hemline and is stunning on pear shapes, hourglasses and rectangles. Not good on a shorter neck.
• Halogen Knit Moto Jacket (Regular & Petite): If you're looking for a short, fitted and knitted moto jacket, this could be it. Very tailored.
• Collection B Plaid Baseball Jacket (Juniors): A stiff but fun inexpensive bomber jacket in a bold tartan.
• Diane von Furstenberg 'Theodora Leo' Leather Accent Jacket: An impeccably made piece in a gorgeous fabrication, which is why I was drawn to it right away. But it has a lot of intricate detail on the front and back, which was too much going on for my own style preferences. But it's beautiful and fits like a dream. Boxy yet streamlined.
• Michael Two-Tone Hooded Leather Jacket: A super little extra casual leather jacket with a tailored fit and hood. Fun.
• Halogen Zip Detail Leather Jacket: A good fit on a taller hourglass. Nice notched collar. Lightweight.
• Sam Edelman Zip Detail Moto Jacket: Another favourite leather jacket. Stunning colour and good fit on a tall gal with a long neck.
• Mackage 'Besa' Leather Moto Jacket: My third favourite leather jacket, and breathtaking on my client who wears earth tones to perfection. It's quite heavy though, but a good fit on a curvy hourglass.
• SMYTHE Leather Elbow Patch Houndstooth Jacket: An equestrian beauty with a high longevity factor that followed me home. The cognac elbow patches are fun, and the fit is gorgeously tailored. The back kicks out to a fun peplum. Impeccable quality. Runs one to two sizes small.
• Boss 'Jolia' Suiting Jacket: A short streamlined career wear blazer for an hourglass. Fun colour.
• Classiques Entier 'Larch' Tweed & Leather Jacket: Beautifully tailored, and looks as good unfastened. Works on petites.
• Rag & Bone/JEAN 'Chamberlain' Stand Collar Step Hem Jacket (Nordstrom Exclusive): A fitted utility jacket with lots of spunk. Extra fab on an hourglass.
• Trouvé Trouvé Sleeveless Wool Blend Jacket: This tuxedo gilet is for Team Tall, full stop. One of my tall clients wore this over a white tunic shirt with black cigarette pants and took my breath away. Runs big.
• Helmut Lang Hooded Front Zip Sweater Vest: A fashionable piece that's brilliant over a column of black. Great worn zipped and unzipped. Casual and fun.

Coats

• Trina Turk 'Nancy' Double Breasted Wool & Alpaca Blend Coat: A warm and heavy cocoon style that's best on a tall lass. A beautiful shade of cinnamon.
• Bernardo Packable Goose Down Hooded Walking Coat: A lightweight down puffer in a fitted silhouette. Good length.
• Pendleton Hooded Wool Blend Duffle Coat (Regular & Petite): A beautifully made classic toggle coat with a hood. The camel is as fab as the ink blue. Heavy and warm.
• Trina Turk 'Claire' Wool Blend Coat: Fashionable and elegant. This is NOT a tailored coat, and best on a lass with a little height. Beautifully made and I vote teal all the way.
• Trina Turk 'Mackenzie' Asymmetric Zip Leather Trim Coat (Regular & Petite): A nice style on an hourglass or pear shape. Well made and quite warm.
• Halogen Boiled Wool Shawl Collar Coat: A coat with a Retro touch. It's structured and has great back detail on the collar and waist. Excellent side entry pockets.
• Halogen Faux Fur Trim Hooded Twill Jacket (Regular & Petite): A quilted utility jacket with removable hood for extra casual days.
• Helene Berman Plaid Wool Blend Coat: A stunning and extra fun Retro coat. Runs big and is best on a tall lass. Two of my six foot tall size 14 clients bought this piece and rocked the look with panache. Excellent worn over chunky knitwear.
• Elie Tahari 'Greece' Leather Sleeve Wool Coat: An elegant boxy man coat in a cool shade of mushroom. Broad shoulders are good for this style. Sleeves are very long but can be easily altered.
• Laundry By Design Quilted Puffer Coat with Faux Fur Collar and Zip-Off Sleeves: A short fitted puffer in an unusual shade of olive.
• Helene Berman Plaid Coat: Another fun Retro look with bracelet length sleeves. It's lightweight and boxy. Great for warm Winters.
• DKNY Contrast Zip Wool Blend Jacket: A short dramatic and graphic coat for a long neck. Fashionably boxy.
• Burberry Brit 'Tumblebridge' Cotton Peacoat: A lightweight and pretty timeless ink blue Burberry peacoat with a military flavour. Impeccable quality and stunning fabric. The fit is loosely tailored. Drapes like a dream, and followed me home. Might run a size small.
• Laundry By Shelli Segal Tweed Single Breasted Reefer Coat: A long tweed blazer that's streamlined and English Countryside. Lightweight and best on a tall gal.

Also at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2014

• Dresses and Activewear
• Tops
• Bottoms
• Footwear and Handbags

Next up is skirts, pants, jeans and leggings. Some of the styles are available in petite and plus, although none of my petite clients bought petite bottoms because regular sizes fitted well.

Browse through all the colour options. Remember that sizes do come back into stock over the course of the two week sale so keep checking the items for your size.

• Halogen Pleat Leather Skirt (Regular & Petite): One of my favourite skirts at the sale because it's NOT tight, has sufficient length, and looks even better in burgundy. The pleats are stitched down to perfection creating a streamlined silhouette. Works well on hourglasses, inverted triangles and rectangles. Not that good on a pear shape.
• Halogen Pleat Leather Skirt (Plus Size): Here in plus sizes.
• Vince Camuto Midi Tube Skirt (Regular & Petite) (2 for $69): A comfy tube midi skirt that needs no introduction. It's lined and runs big. Do not choose the dark lace print because the hem curls up to show the white back of the fabric. Houndstooth gets my top vote.
• Vince Camuto Lace Hem Stretch Ponte Pencil Skirt (Regular & Petite): A flirty, feminine and comfy knitted skirt. The lace inset is modest and breaks up the column of black.
• Vince Camuto Lace Panel Pencil Skirt (Plus Size): Here in plus sizes.
• Michael Plaid Zip Front High Waist Pencil Skirt: A retro '40s skirt with a bit of edge. Great length, It's body con on a curvier bottom half, and less tight on a straighter figure.
• Halogen Pleat Midi Skirt (Regular & Petite): I have this skirt in black and cream and wear it frequently. I love the way it moves when I stride. the pleats stay in place all day, and it's very comfortable. It's dramatic and a lot of skirt so consider yourself warned. I like the black and brown stripe best.
• Lafayette 148 New York 'Dayna - Nocturnal Etching' Skirt: A skirt for tall gals with curvy hips and thighs. Not good on an inverted triangle with narrow hips because the style is best when it's "filled out".
• Lafayette 148 New York 'Revelin' Pencil Skirt: A beautifully made professional pencil skirt in an unusual pattern. Might run a little big.
• Halogen Seamed Leather Pencil Skirt (Regular & Petite): Another one of my favourite skirts at the sale because the front vent is modest and flattering, yet different. The back is higher than the front so pass if you prefer a longer length. Gorgeous in burgundy.
• Diane von Furstenberg 'Scotia' Lace Pencil Skirt: A modern classic with a high longevity factor. Oh, how I wanted to bring this little darling home in ink blue, but it doesn't cover my knees so I passed. Gorgeous fabric.
• Bailey 44 Faux Leather Front Leggings (Nordstrom Exclusive): This was a very unexpectedly fabulous piece. First, it's brown, which is different to the sea of black leather leggings. Second, it's lined with the softest knit so it feels like pajamas. It's a good fit on both straight and curvy figures and worth the higher price point. Fab with refined, oversized cashmere knitwear or a silk blouse. Try this bottom if you're a little rock 'n' roll.
• NYDJ 'Ski' Zip Pocket Ponte Knit Pants (Regular & Petite): A repeat Ponte knit pant that's been a winner with clients for a few seasons. Supportive, great fit and very comfy. The brown looks fresh.
• NYDJ 'Ski' Zip Pocket Ponte Knit Pants (Plus Size): Here in plus sizes.
• Wit & Wisdom Window Pane Print Skinny Jeans (Brown) (Nordstrom Exclusive): Soft brown skinny jeans with the faintest window pane pattern. Not sausage-casing if you size up a size.
• Lafayette 148 New York Print Slim Leg Curvy Fit Twill Jeans: Straight leg pants for the office with stretch and a very subtle pattern. Excellent on an hourglass figure. Chic yet casual.
• Lafayette 148 New York 'Irving' Stretch Wool Pants (Regular & Petite) (Nordstrom Exclusive): The best career wear trousers at the sale. The tapered leg and slit hem look fresh. Great assortment of colours. Works well on an hourglass and straighter figure. Not good on a pear shape body type.
• KUT from the Kloth 'Stevie' Straight Leg Jeans (Progressive) (Regular & Petite): These straight leg jeans are excellent "skinnies" on those with larger calves.
• KUT from the Kloth 'Adele' Patch Detail Slouchy Boyfriend Jeans (Glitter) (Online Only): Patched boyfriend jeans just for fun. The fit works well on both curvy and straight body types.
• KUT from the Kloth 'Mia' Plaid Print Skinny Jeans (Red Plaid): I bought these and don't wear them as tight as on the model. I sized up, and am really happy with the fit. Not sausage-casing. My curvier clients bought these too and look fabulous. The lines of the tartan stay straight on curvy thighs if you size up a size.
• Rag & Bone/JEAN 'The Dre' Slim Fit Boyfriend Jeans (Golden) (Nordstrom Exclusive): One of the best boyfriend jeans around at the moment (they've been a top pick before). Slim and relaxed but with a good amount of structure. The wash is quite brown and works really well with earthy coloured tops or black.
• Lyssé Faux Leather Stripe Ponte Knit Control Top Leggings (Online Only): Lyssé makes leggings with a fab control top. The waistband is high and fitted but does not cut off your circulation. They flatten the midsection under tops very effectively. Well made and interesting leather inset.
• Two by Vince Camuto Faux Leather Trim Leggings: These leggings are a little roomier all over and very comfy.

If you have any questions about these items, don’t hesitate to ask in the comments below.

Also at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2014

• Dresses and Activewear
• Tops
• Jackets and Coats
• Footwear and Handbags

Here are my top picks of the blouses, shirts, knitted tops and knitwear. None of the knitwear listed here is scratchy. Browse through all the colour options and check availability across petite and plus sizes. Most regular sized items worked well on petites in my experience during early access. Regular sized merchandise often includes a size 14 and 16, and oversized regular styles can fit plus sizes.

Note that sizes do come back into stock over the course of the two week sale, so keep checking the items for your size.

• Tory Burch 'Kaitlyn' Print Stretch Silk Shirt: This shirt fits better than an Equipment blouse. Fab on petite hourglasses and pear shaped gals. Ink blue and rich brown is a fresh combination.
• Kenneth Cole New York 'Buffy' Chiffon Overlay Knit Top (Petite): An excellent blouse for business formal and casual and well suited to apple shaped body types with shorter necks and a larger bust. Layers well under a blazer.
• Hinge Lace Detail Three Quarter Sleeve Blouse: Pretty Boho Casual at its best. Fun with a pair of faded blue jeans and earthy sandals. Non-scratchy.
• Theory 'Sala' Silk Top: Stunningly elegant untucked over jeans, cigarette pants, or trousers. The back pleats provide structure and interest. The front zipper is unexpected and refined. Gorgeous fabric and forgiving on the midsection.
• Bellatrix Print Faux Wrap Front Blouse: An inexpensive drape front blouse that works well on its own and under a jacket. Very forgiving on the midsection and no camisole required. Runs very big. Size down one or two sizes.
• Pleione Split Neck Blouse (Regular & Petite): A more streamlined version of the Bellatrix drape front blouse. Great diagonal sleeve, and is best partially tucked in front.
• Pleione Mixed Media Tunic: A simple and comfy tunic suited to apple shaped body types. Fab over leggings.
• Boss 'Bashina' Fitted Cotton Blend Pinstripe V-Neck Blouse: Impeccable tailoring and scrumptious fabric. The midsection is fitted with darts and two side zippers. Works on a long torso. Sleeves scrunch extra well for a more relaxed vibe.
• Foxcroft Three Quarter Sleeve Print Shirt (Regular & Petite): This works particularly well on a curvy petite. Shaped yet relaxed. The pattern looks better in person. Easy to pair with just about any bottom.
• Halogen Tencel® Denim Shirt (Regular & Petite): Super soft tencel is gorgeous because it drapes back onto the body unlike stiff denim. The best part about this shirt is that it comes in white.
• Lafayette 148 New York 'Leora - Excursion Stretch' Blouse: An excellent semi-tailored white shirt for tall gals because of the length, front placket detail, back pleat design, curved hemline, and beautiful fabric.
• Hinge Double Face Cotton Shirt: A shirt with a subtle plaid design in muted tones of mauve and taupe. Lovely palette.
• BP Plaid Cotton Shirt (Juniors): This shirt is available across an assortment of plaid designs. Soft, fluid and fun over a matching camisole that picks up one of the colours in the plaid. Size up a size.
• Boss 'Bashina' Blouse: One of my clients wore this shirt tucked into the pleated leather Halogen skirt - another top pick - and the combination was killer. The shirt is beautifully made, tailored, and has cuffs on the sleeves that can be worn down or back.
• Treasure&Bond Plaid Shirt: A nostalgic grunge or cowgirl look with jeans and boots. Fab length for tall gals. Wear over a lacy tank top. Runs big so size down.
• Nordstrom Collection 'Abella' High/Low Shirttail Hem Poplin Blouse: Another great white shirt in gorgeous fabric for tall gals. The high-low hemline and fluid fit are on trend.
• Halogen Zip Pocket V-Neck Cardigan (Regular & Petite): If you're after a simple V-neck cardigan with a little shape, try this style. The front zippers provide visual interest. All colours are fab.
• Kenneth Cole New York 'Marabelle' Sweater (Regular & Petite): Cascading and drapey, and as great on petites as regular height gals. Non-scratch. The cream is particularly nice.
• Pure Amici Oversized Cashmere Sweater Jacket: One of the best oversized pieces at the sale. Surprisingly, it works as well for petites as it does for tall gals. AMAZING. The design, although oversized, is not overwhelming. Genius. The fabric is very soft and drapes back onto the body. The dropped shoulder is flattering, fashionable and chic.
• Lafayette 148 New York Bateau Neck Matte Crepe Sweater: Awful hanger appeal, but super once fitted on the body. Modern and very fashionable. Size down a size.
• BP Stripe Elbow Patch V-Neck Sweater (Juniors): An inexpensive, lightweight V-neck pullover with equestrian elbow patches. Size up.
• BP Open Knit Cotton Pullover (Juniors): A breezy, cropped and boxy high-low pullover that's great layered over a tank top. A good way to road-test the trendy look without breaking the bank.
• Joie 'Manuela' Genuine Rabbit Fur Collar Cardigan: A luxurious and dramatic higher-end piece. It fits like a cape-cardigan. Avant-garde.
• Nordstrom Collection Ballet Neck Cashmere Sweater: A no-nonsense cashmere pullover that's simple and on trend. The slits on the welt are fabulous, and the neckline works well on a larger bust. You might need to size down.
• Equipment 'Ceclie' Wool Blend Sweater: A very casual pullover with a straight, fluid fit. Ideal paired with jeans.
• Colorblock Cotton Blend Sweater: Graphic, fun, semi-fitted, and lightweight. Runs small so size up. Not suited to apple shaped body types.
• Joie 'Anelia B.' Turtleneck: Roomy, modern and texture-rich. Runs big and long. Does not work on a short neck. Beautiful quality.
• MARC BY MARC JACOBS 'James' Sweater: Hectically oversized and fashion forward. Love the side entry pockets.
• Pure Amici Oversized Cashmere V-Neck Sweater: The second best oversized item at the sale. Like the Pure Amici Oversized Sweater Jacket, the drape and design are genius. It works as well on petites as it does on tall gals. Brilliant on a shorter neck and larger bust. Fashionable, comfy and cozy. Brilliant paired with brown leather leggings.
• Tildon Sheer V-Neck Cardigan: A refined, gauzy and sparkly olive cardigan. The back shadow stripe is texture-rich. Works well over a sheath dress.
• Caslon Split Back High/Low Sweater (Regular & Petite): A little daytime sparkle with lots of back action. Love the vented back tail. Tailored sleeves provide ample structure.
• Halogen High/Low Cashmere Tunic Sweater (Regular & Petite): This pullover is for Team Tall, full stop. An easy pull-on-and-go over leggings or jeans.
• Caslon Knit Tunic (Regular & Petite): This tunic worked a lot better on petites and regular height gals. Fab paired with the Lyssé leggings with a high and wide waistband.
• Vince Camuto Sheer Stripe Cotton Blend Sweater (Regular & Petite): Sheer, pretty, versatile and simple. Dress it up or down. The white looks as good as the black.
• Eileen Fisher Cozy Scrunch Neck Top (Regular & Petite): A drapey lightweight piece that collapses back onto the body. Interesting diagonal and vertical stripes. Size down.
• Eileen Fisher Scrunch Neck Stripe Sweater (Plus Size): Here in plus sizes.
• Autumn Cashmere Open Front Knit Cardigan: A refined, high-end piece with pretty cable stitches. Beautifully soft and cozy. Tailored. Works quite well on petites.
• Barefoot Dreams 'Bamboo Chic' Drape Front Cardigan (Plus Size) (Nordstrom Exclusive): A cardigan that works as a casual topper, a robe, or lounging piece. It's just about the softest fabric I've touched, and made of bamboo.
• Halogen Textured Jacquard Sweater (Regular & Petite): An excellent pullover shaped like an upscale sweatshirt. Cozy, modern and versatile. I liked the black and grey patterns best. Size down.
• Halogen Jacquard Crewneck Sweater (Plus Size) (Online Only): Here in plus sizes.
• Halogen Shoulder Zip Intarsia Sweater (Regular & Petite): Super fabulous over skirts and with slouchy trousers. Love the shoulder zipper detail. Runs small so size up.
• Halogen Novelty Print Cotton Sweater (Regular & Petite): A happy, lightweight pullover that's a Ted Baker lookalike. The back is just as fab as the front. Might run a little small. No need to layer it over a shirt.
• Hinge Burnout Dot Sweater: A very lightweight pullover that's fab over a tank and super paired with a skirt. Runs small.
• Lafayette 148 New York Pleated V-Neck Top (Petite): A tailored V-neck pullover that's great combined with business formal separates. Clings a little on the midsection so consider yourself warned.
• Equipment 'Sloane' Print Cashmere Sweater: This little darling is poorly styled in the photos because it looks best worn on its own sans the shirt. It's a refined, fluid and beautifully made piece that came home with me. I'm not into grey but the blue flowers and cream snakeskin patterns made the look for me. I LOVE this pullover.
• Halogen Dolman Sleeve Embellished Sweatshirt (Regular & Petite): A love bug look. Soft and comfy.
• Hinge Burnout Damask Sweater: Don't wear this sweater over a shirt like in the photo because it's too delicate. Wear it over a tank top and Bob's your Uncle. Soft, feminine and alluring. Runs small.
• Diane von Furstenberg 'Shara' Lace Appliqué Wool Sweater: A pretty, ladylike and refined piece that's fab paired with a pencil skirt. Might run a little small.
• Rag & Bone/JEAN 'Camden' Long Sleeve Tee (Nordstrom Exclusive): Boxy and fashionable fabness. Excellent drape.
• Caslon Pointelle Dot Tee: If you're looking for a simple, soft drapey tee with a diagonal sleeve, try this style. It's particularly good on tall gals.
• Hinge Lace Sleeve Tee: Super cute on a straighter body type. It's more pink in person and runs small so size up.
• Boss Elbow Sleeve Print Jersey Top: A luxurious drapey knitted top that works well on a larger bust. Forgiving on the midsection, and as fab layered under a blazer.
• Two by Vince Camuto Shadow Stripe V-Neck Tee: A good drapey tee with a little sparkle and V-neck. Runs small.
• Vince Camuto Faux Wrap Top (Regular & Petite) (2 for $69): Easy to launder and wrinkle-resistant. Excellent layered under a blazer.
• Wildfox 'Mauve Dots' Pullover (Nordstrom Exclusive): A pajama-esque top that can be worn as casual wear. As cozy as it gets. Runs big so size down.
• Eileen Fisher V-Neck Stretch Knit Top (Regular & Petite): My six foot tall size 14 client fitted this on in blue and took my breath away. Brilliantly camouflaging on the midsection. Dramatic, comfy and relaxed. Gorgeous fabric.
• Chelsea28 Textured Mixed Knit Shell: A vest to layer over shirts, or to wear as is with a leather skirt. I haven't layered a sleeveless pullover over a shirt for years, and am in the mood for the combination. Its black and white textured sparkle adds life to the grey, so it followed me home.

Feel free to ask further questions about the items in the comments section.

Also at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2014

• Dresses and Activewear
• Bottoms
• Jackets and Coats
• Footwear and Handbags

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale has officially begun. It’s my favourite sale of the year and a particularly big event in Seattle, which is home to Nordstrom’s headquarters and flagship store. The sale offers hot off the press new merchandise for Fall and Winter at reduced prices for a period of two weeks. This sale kicks off the new retail season and is NOT an end of season sale. Prices go back up on August 4. 

I’ve spent a week preselecting the sale with my clients. They cover a range of body types, lifestyles and style personas, and we found many good items across an assortment of price points. Don’t be put off by the appearance of the items in the online photos, because they often look better in person. Be sure to check all the colour options and availability across petite and plus sizes.

I’m kicking off with dresses because for the first time ever, clients came home with plenty of Fall frocks thanks to sleeves and extra hem length. All of these top picks were winners on one or more of my clients. Surprisingly, most regular sized merchandize worked well on petite clients this year, and regular sized merchandise often includes a size 14 and 16.

Note that sizes do come back into stock over the course of the two weeks so keep checking the items for your size.

Dresses

• Theory 'Keiran' Leather Accent Dress: Although short, this dress is fabulous over black leggings with a high and wide waistband to prevent lumps and bumps on the midsection. Comfy, sleek and a little edgy. Fab on pear shaped gals. Runs small.
• Eileen Fisher Ballet Neck Handkerchief Hem Jersey Dress (Regular & Petite): Arty, comfy and plenty of length. Does not cling on the midsection. Fab with a pair of tall or short boots. Runs large.
• Taylor Dresses Pintuck Detail Ponte Sheath Dress: A fashionable and sleek dress. Severe, strict and very black, but killer and elegant nonetheless. It's surprisingly forgiving on the midsection. Works well on a curvy hourglass.
• Adrianna Papell Crackle Print Sheath Dress (Regular & Petite): Sleek, simple, slimming and professional. Forgiving on the midsection. Excellent for the office with or without a jacket. The petite is short, so order the regular for extra length.
• Diane von Furstenberg 'New Jeanne 2' Print Silk Wrap Dress (Online Only): DVF wraps with collars and extra length work particularly well on curvy clients. The fabric is heavenly. You might need to size up.
• Classiques Entier Ponte Knit V-Neck Sheath Dress: A V-neck sheath is hard to find, and this one is stellar on a larger bust and shorter neck. Excellent on a curvy hourglass. Covered, forgiving on the tummy, and professional. Tailored but not overly tight. Gorgeous colours. I vote burgundy or teal.
• Nic + Zoe 'Twirl' Pattern Knit Dress: A fun and flirty woolly, but non-itchy, Fall frock. Add brown knee-high boots and you're done. Excellent on pear shaped gals.
• Laundry By Shelli Segal Matte Jersey Shirtdress (Regular & Petite): A graphic and straight shirtdress that's good on an inverted triangle. Can be worn as a tunic.
• Marc New York By Andrew Marc Colorblock Sheath Dress: A modern classic and chic sheath with visually slimming colour blocked panels. Excellent on both an hourglass and rectangle.
• Tory Burch Print Jersey Crepe Sheath Dress: This dress was one of my favourites at the sale because the fabric is extra luxurious. The neckline looks high but it works for a shorter neck and larger bust because it creates a slight cowl when worn on the body. The ruched panel on the midsection is flattering, as is the sleeve and hem length.
• Eliza J Front Zip Houndstooth Jacquard Fit & Flare Dress (Regular & Petite): A fun fit-and-flare with delicious side entry pockets. Great fabric too. Fab on petite hourglass and pear shapes.
• Classiques Entier Structured Ponte Knit Sheath Dress: This dress surprised me the most at the sale because it has little hanger appeal, but looks like a million bucks on the body. The baby peplum is extremely flattering on the midsection. There are architectural pleats on the back of the sleeves that look extra chic. All colours are fab.
• Vince Camuto Lace Hem Sheath Dress: A fab sheath for a straighter body type. The lace trim is beautiful, modest, and breaks up the column of black. This would have been mine if I was looking for a black sleeveless sheath dress. It's knitted and comfy.
• Nicole Miller Ruched Ponte Sheath Dress: Fab on a broad shouldered gal. Great back pleat ruching.
• Taylor Dresses Floral Print Scuba Sheath Dress (Regular & Petite): Machine washable and super lightweight. Tailored but not body con. The mesh insets on the neckline are a fun touch.
• Taylor Dresses Print Scuba Sheath Dress (Plus Size) (Online Only): Machine washable and super lightweight. Tailored but not body-con. The mesh insets on the neckline are a fun touch. Here in plus sizes.
• Adrianna Papell Placed & Print Lace Sheath Dress (Regular & Petite): A lace pattern topped with lace trim makes for an interesting combination. A super sheath for the office. Forgiving on the midsection.
• Betsey Johnson Jacquard Knit Sheath Dress: This was another frock favourite because the fabric is thick and super soft. I love that the print was more cream than black. The neckline looked great on everyone too. Tailored but not body con.
• Vince Camuto Long Sleeve Jacquard Sheath Dress: A beautiful dress on an inverted triangle with a narrower hip. It's quite forgiving on the midsection, but not overly so. Fab weighty fabric. Fresh brown pattern with leather trim.
• Sejour Leather & Ponte Knit Fit & Flare Dress (Plus Size): A flirty fit-and-flare with a hard edge. The back of the bodice is knitted which provides extra comfort. Layer a shirt or tee under for cooler weather. Looks fun with an unzipped bomber jacket too.

Activewear

• Zella 'Live In' Cross Dye Capris: A great workout bottom for Summer. Thick, supportive and breathable. I vote blue.
• Zella 'Live In' Reversible Capris: These are reversible and fit in a similar way.
• Zella 'Live In' Leggings (Plus Size): Here's the longer version in plus sizes, which work as well under tunics as they do for working out.
• Zella 'Live In' Leggings (Cross Dye): These are the longer version of the shorter pair for cooler weather.
• Zella 'Live In' Eclipse Space Dye Capris: These were the favourites because the fabric is thicker and the pattern quite flattering. The grey cross dye is a nice change from black.
• Zella 'Live In' Eclipse Space Dye Capris (Plus Size): Here in plus sizes.
• Zella 'City' Shorts (Online Only): If tight activewear is not your thing, consider a pair of baggy city shorts for workout wear. They are fab to lounge in at home too.
• Zella 'City' Shorts (Plus Size): Here in plus sizes.
• Zella 'Pretty' Hoodie (Plus Size): A beautifully made activewear jacket in a substantial fabric. Shaped and longer in length with thumb holes. Warm and flattering.
• Zella 'Pretty' Hoodie: Here in regular sizes.
• Zella 'Easy' Hooded Top: This top runs small so size up a size. It's got a great V-neck and slimming front panels that are forgiving on the midsection.
• Zella 'Easy' Hooded Top (Plus Size): Here in plus sizes.
• Zella 'Essential' Jacket: This little jacket is fab on petites because it's shorter than the other styles. Tight and sleek.

Feel free to ask further questions about size, colour and fit in the comments section, and let’s get you sorted.

Also at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2014

• Tops
• Bottoms
• Jackets and Coats
• Footwear and Handbags