https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:29:35 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas/page/2#post-1694504 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 23:21:47 +0000 Nora 1694504@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, hence having to select "ship to a US address". I live in the GTA and have my stuff shipped to CBI in Buffalo/Niagara Falls (or to a friend's place in CT, if I'm heading there for a visit). The Military Road address in Niagara Falls has a fitting room of sorts, and a full length mirror. There's only one though, so you might have to wait for someone else to try on their unreasonably long shopping list, lol. The other PITA aspect is that they charge per package received and that can get expensive, since Nordstrom doesn't consolidate.</p> <p>Thanks Suz. I hope you got some stuff that appealed. I haven't looked at all the threads, but I seem to recall that you were underwhelmed at first glance. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas/page/2#post-1694270 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 18:54:18 +0000 Lisa 1694270@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I live in Canada and have a card. I got early access but when I tried to ship to Canada, my shopping cart was emptied before I could finish the transaction. I think you can only shop from Canada (early access) if you are shipping to a US address. Boo! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1694192 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 17:32:19 +0000 Suz 1694192@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Glad you got in, Nora!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1694105 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 16:24:32 +0000 Nora 1694105@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I got in. I called and they told me that I had to switch to "ship to a US address" in order to access the sale -- which worked. YMMV...</p> <p>I did find a couple things that have been on my shopping list (the 1 Madison down, knee-length puffer is calling my name), along with a few others that just appealed. Haven't checked out yet, but will soon, at least for the first round things that I know I want and/or that will sell out quickly, since I think at least a couple of the items in my cart (hello, EF silk t-shirts and Aquatalia boots) will sell out in a day or two. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1694065 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 15:45:03 +0000 Roxanna 1694065@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This thread is so interesting...I wasn't planning to shop the sale, but now I might reconsider if i can get it shipped for free! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1694007 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 14:56:54 +0000 Elizabeth P 1694007@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting Marilyn, that's not what I was told, not with items that we (Canada) do carry.&nbsp; But I haven't "tested" it.&nbsp; It was the shoe dept that told me that - maybe they are different.</p> <p>Either way, we have more options than a couple of years ago! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693994 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 14:44:21 +0000 Marilyn 1693994@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Re shopping downtown Ottawa / Rideau Centre.&nbsp; Do people actually drive?!&nbsp; I take the bus....easy peasy.&nbsp; Not paying $20 to park.</p> <p>Ottawa Nordstrom......I've been at the cash when people have called about inventory.&nbsp; They seem cool about it.&nbsp; The manager of the lingerie department gave me her email address and said to contact her any time I'm looking for something.&nbsp; She's fantastic and super helpful!</p> <p><b>Yes</b>, they can see the entire Canadian inventory on their computers.&nbsp; I've paid in store and had things shipped to my home for free from other Canadian stores.&nbsp; I don't know how they deal with paying on the phone.&nbsp; <b>No</b>, they do not bring in items from the US for you.....that's what I was told a few weeks ago when a bra was sold out in my size/colour in Canadian stores.&nbsp; You have to order on your own / pay shipping and duty.&nbsp; They only operate within Canada.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693993 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 14:44:11 +0000 Suz 1693993@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi, <b>Nora!</b>&nbsp; That sounds frustrating.&nbsp;</p> <p>I have access now. I have a card.&nbsp;</p> <p>Are you signed in? You have to sign in to your account. &nbsp;</p> <p>If not, and you can't recall details, call customer service and they should be able to help.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693989 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 14:41:37 +0000 Nora 1693989@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a question for the Canadian Fabbers: Are you able to get early access? I had trouble last year and their talked me through it, but I did not keep notes. Now I'm being told that I can't access until the 22nd, despite the fact that I have a card. Maybe it's new card? I probably should have tried to access before I activated it... Anyway, I find it annoying being a second class citizen, so to speak. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693789 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 03:44:02 +0000 Suz 1693789@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Elizabeth. I really hope this works for a few items. Heck, I'd even be willing to go up to the Ottawa store to pick it up if they could get it in -- that would be amazing!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693784 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 03:22:28 +0000 Elizabeth P 1693784@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, call a store, any one. Say you have an item you wish to see if they have in the canadian inventory. Have the product number handy. They will connect you to the right department (thus is where I can see the busy sale time maybe being an issue). If it is in our inventory, they will mail it for free. I think they will track it down for you, I don't think you'd have to call multiple stores, it should be an obvious computer thing for them. They told me that if its carried in Canada but not in stock, they'll have it shipped from a U.S. store and cover the duties. </p> <p>I have noticed the prices better in Canada (after exchange) on higher end items. I haven't compared, or it didn't strike me the same way, on lower end ones. i haven't wanted to order a lot from them since I discovered this </p> <p>Will be interesting to see how this plays out this year for us. Last year I didn't even think to try calling. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693773 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 02:50:04 +0000 Anonymous 1693773@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah - I hate to be a pill about this , but I'm still not clear. &nbsp;We make the phone call and if we're lucky, the item is there and can be mailed. &nbsp;We then circumvent all the US shipping b******t &nbsp;and resultant duties, and maybe even get free shipping out of the deal? &nbsp;Plus the in-store pricing is better than what is on the website (even in Cdn dollars) &nbsp;This sounds a little too good to be true.....but hey, if that's the case, then I'm all over it. &nbsp;And we need to call each store , or can one find it for us from all &nbsp;stores in Canda? &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693759 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 02:20:31 +0000 Suz 1693759@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So, <b>Elizabeth</b>, let me get this straight...let's say I see something online that I like and think I want. I call up the Ottawa store and ask if they will have it in stock and can mail to me? Is that the deal?&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693755 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 02:10:46 +0000 Elizabeth P 1693755@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hello!<br /> Sorry Lisa, busy days here. I have no idea about how the stores will handle the phone calls. You'd think they'd staff up for it.... Maybe? Or maybe not a lot of people think to do that yet? I would think if one tries to be strategic re not calling at busy times, one should get through. After all, customer service is big for them, and they certainly push this service when in the store. </p> <p>Re am I shopping... I have no idea. No plans, but I definitely can get caught up in the forum frenzy. When I see who is buying what that has the same colour and fit style as I do, you never know... (Peri, I'm counting on a gem or two from you, so I hope you change your mind! ) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693639 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 20:26:03 +0000 chouette22 1693639@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just as a consolation, I have a Nordstrom store 3 miles from my house (in the US) and won't be shopping it. At all. Like Jules, I don't feel inspired for fall yet and honestly always find enough later on in the year. The prices always come down again, and if something is sold out, so be it.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693576 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 17:38:54 +0000 Gaylene 1693576@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Smittie captures it perfectly!</p> <p>I tried shopping NAS online the first few years I was on the forum and it was a waste of money. The items stayed in my closet for a few months before going to the thrift store. I realized I'm the kind of shopper who needs to be able to try on items and leave them in a dressing room if I don't like the fit, fabric, or style. </p> <p>Kudos to those like Suz who will make a trip to the US and try on stuff in a bathroom, or to those who swallow the costs of duties and return fees, to shop NAS; I'm happy to stick to Canadian designers and to support local retailers who go the extra mile to keep me happy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693554 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 17:16:14 +0000 Suz 1693554@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's true about the better coat stock not really reaching the stores until October. I'm not sure about the rest of the stuff. I usually try to get a jump on footwear if I can because that really sets the tone and updates an outfit (plus, I've usually worn something key out the previous season).&nbsp;</p> <p>NAS is great for online browsing if nothing else, because it gives you a sense of the upcoming colours and trends.&nbsp; </p> <p><b>LisaP</b>, I haven't been there but I think the Nordstrom's is at the Rideau Centre -- it's a downtown mall. So parking comes at a premium.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693541 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 17:04:35 +0000 Roxanna 1693541@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@Smittie you have me killing myself over here, too :)</p> <p>@Jules - you are so right! Thanks for that perspective, I desperately need a winter coat and I remember starting early last year - very much against my nature - because I wanted the pick of the stock. But all they had out were fall coats, which last for about a month here in Toronto. The heavier coats didn't show up till October/November.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693513 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 15:48:16 +0000 Suz 1693513@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Smittie, that is hilarious!!! OMG. So true.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693485 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 14:31:07 +0000 Anonymous 1693485@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>oh my god <b>Smittie </b>- I'm killing myself laughing - that is SO true. And you have to pay to park at the Ottawa Nordstrom? What is that all about? &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693474 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 13:57:50 +0000 Jules 1693474@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No.... For all the reasons mentioned above. But interestingly, while I've very<br /> much taken Angie's advice about shopping early for spring/summer and really benefitted from it, I have zero interest in doing fall shopping in July. And I find plenty is still available from September right up until December, giving me plenty of time. The first wave of fall stuff available in Toronto stores might not even be of interest style wise or practically (transitional clothes such as heavier weight ankle pants, flats worn without socks, light wool coats, etc are not much use here - maybe 4-6 weeks of wear). I've found in the past the trendiest stuff shows up first and I get a better overall selection a couple of months later - not being one who is dying to snap up a trend.<br /> I do enjoy seeing Angie's selections for the overall visual effect of what's to come, although it doesn't always play out the same way at my retail options. Still fun! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693473 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 13:57:25 +0000 Anonymous 1693473@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Glory, I'm in Ottawa too and part of my hesitation is (always) paying for parking and fighting road closures due to construction and sink hole repairs ;).</p> <p>*suz* I can just imagine you quickly trying stuff on in the bathroom at the border parcel place, lol! You know, I've never thought to do this in Ogdensburg, but I should at some point!<br /> I'm not sure the mirrors are that great though. And thr cleanliness is questionable.<br /> The things we do for free shipping (or ANY shipping).</p> <p>I'm not talking about Nordies or NAS specifically, but when it comes to ease of shopping, sometimes feel like the Americans are staying at the Ritz while we are stuck in an overcrowded KOA in our rain ponchos contemplating sleeping in the car. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693431 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 12:42:07 +0000 Glory 1693431@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I haven't participated in the past due to duties and also being allergic to those additional costs. I cheer wildly from the sidelines! We now have a store here in Ottawa but I do not plan to go. I would not even know where to start unless I had one of you lovely ladies by my side!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693299 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 02:20:18 +0000 Anonymous 1693299@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm going to have a look at Angie's picks for bags and footwear, and see if anything grabs me.<br /> I live in a town with a Nordstrom but I don't want to fight all the people. I like a calm shopping environment so if I do buy something, it'll be online.</p> <p>I will be happily responding to K/Rs in this board though. That's always fun </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693282 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 02:00:59 +0000 Suz 1693282@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Really, K2? I didn't get that (or didn't pay attention to it.)&nbsp;</p> <p>Anyway, I can't do it in store. I will probably just stick with online. It's two hours to the closest store...</p> <p>I hope <b>Elizabeth P </b>has some info; she seems to be the savviest of us all about this. But <b>Gaylene</b> or <b>Marilyn</b> might also have good information to share.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693267 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 01:46:25 +0000 K2 1693267@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I got a circular from Cdn Nordies saying the sale starts on the 22nd in Cdn stores... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693262 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 01:42:02 +0000 Anonymous 1693262@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, but unless you are in a city with a store - and we only have 5 or 6 &nbsp;open right now - we're ordering from the website , and paying for shipping. The website converts to Cdn dollars for us, but we are looking at a 28-30% adjustment. &nbsp;We also have to pay duties etc. &nbsp;Elizabeth keeps telling us that we can call a store to have the inventory checked, but I'd be surprised if they would do that in the midst of a big sale like this. &nbsp;If you live in one of the cities where there is a Nord - shopping the sale would be fun because you can touch and feel and try on. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693229 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 00:59:01 +0000 Angie 1693229@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Won't the NAS also be in the Canadian Nordies stores?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693223 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 00:50:25 +0000 Anonymous 1693223@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was just about to write a little post about NAS. I feel like a petulant teenager about it - envious of the US folks who can take advantage of the great deals, and envious of those who know what direction they want to take this winter and what they even need at this point and are confident enough to buy now rather than into the season. &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp; So I've been a bit cranky about all the NAS fuss and I feel a little sheepish. Of course new fall catalogues and new clothes always grab my attention and I am waffling between making a list , or being sensible and not shopping in the US. &nbsp;I too am allergic to all the added costs we incur, and am still not sure I understand how the sale will work for us . There doesn't seem to be a separate tab of info for the Cdn stores.&nbsp;</p> <p>I did buy some things last year, and if I remember correctly, it might have qualified for free shipping and returns. &nbsp;Hopefully Elizabeth will pop in here to yell at me and remind me if this is worth doing . &nbsp;I'm betting they don't allow calls to stores during sale time, or at least I wouldn't be surprised if they didn't. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/are-canucks-shopping-nas#post-1693222 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 00:47:23 +0000 Style Fan 1693222@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have stayed away because of the Canadian dollar, duties and delivery.&nbsp; I live 2 hours north of Toronto.&nbsp; Shopping here is terrible so I would love to go to the US for the NAS.&nbsp; This year is not a great year for me because my stepson is getting married and there are a lot of events.&nbsp; Not complaining but it will be an expensive summer.&nbsp; </p>