#nsale Anniversary prep

If you've never experienced the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale than I get it. You're like, WTF is going on. Not only is social media set afire about it, but the store itself looks like it's a clearance center. Well, it kind of it. 

The Nordstrom Anniversary sale has been going on for as long as I can remember. During the sale, Nordstrom deeply marks down brand new merchandise for only 28 days. In the past, the merchandise that was marked down is all brand new, never seen before, fall & winter merchandise. Today, it's so much more than that. Nordstrom works closely all year with their top vendors to be able to provide exceptional products that you can "buy now, wear now" as well as your fabulous fall essentials...all at a serious discount. (**Did I mention beauty as well?**)

Here are a few of my "professional" tips...

1. Shop early. Things will sell out, and they will sell out fast. Yes, some items will be restocked but it's no guarantee. 

2. BECOME A CARD HOLDER. Nordstrom has 3 different types cards. A retail card, a signature visa, and a retail visa. You get rewards for every dollar spent and...YOU GET TO SHOP EARLY. 

Yes, as a Nordstrom card holder, you get to shop this sale 7 days early! Starting tomorrow, July 13th, any Nordstrom card holder can shop the sale. If you aren't a card holder, you have to wait until July 21st to get the best savings. 

3. If you see it, like it, and it's in your size...buy it. Nordstrom's return policy is by far the best. Which is, there is no set time frame for returns. Now, they might question a to coming back 3 years later but--there isn't a time frame. You could purchase a few things and ship them back or bring them back to the store. Not to mention: free shipping, free returns, ALL THE TIME. 

Now, as a tease, check out what's in the anniversary lookbook! 

Summer wardrobe: take 2.

So this will be great. My summer wardrobe is going to be a healthy mix of my pre-teen years, Abercrombie and Fitch (see my last post) and my future PTO-board self, Ann Taylor. The best part about it? I really could care less. Because, LET'S DISCUSS ANN TAYLOR LOFT.

First things first, they are always having a major sale. Like this weekend, everything is 30% off. (40% if you're a cardholder)...So, that's rad. Second, not only does everything run true to size, if anything it runs big...and who doesn't love saying "I need the next size down". Finally, the shit holds up!!! It's all super comfortable, easy to care for, and fits great. Do you want me to keep talking or should I just stop so you can shop?

**Edit: To all the mommy's out there-- Loft has a ton of nursing friendly tops and sweater.  Be watching for a blog post soon on this!

My current favs---

eyelet one shoulder top

Flora Flutter shell

striped lace up sweater

Floral Mosaic Swing dress

Striped Sweater Tank

Fringe Sweater

Unpicked denim skirt

Chambray One Shoulder top

Cabana Pleated Maxi Skirt

Ruffled Wrap Skirt

Find of the day

Embroidered dress // Embroidered dress // close up // Mara Hoffman

I think this dress has been re-pinned on pinterest over 4,000 times. I mean, it's clear everyone loves it. However, it's not every day someone can drop $411 on a maxi.

GOOD news, gang... after doing some "research" I have found the dress, for less that $60. You can thank me later...

{Amy}

my Favorite Go-to's

 

www.asos.com

www.evesapple.com

www.groopdealz.com

www.jane.com

www.milkandhoneyboutique.com

www.modcloth.com

www.nastygal.com

www.Topshop.com

Let's face it; Kansas City is far from the fashion capital of the world. Although we have some of the most fabulous restaurants the country has to offer (seriously, though, we do. Like, it's a known fact.), and have the first every outdoor 'shopping mall' in the country (The Country Club Plaza), we are always months behind current market trends. It seems as if all the boutiques in town carry the same lines and the same items that we see every where else. Then, you'll stumble upon a store that is totally different only to turn the price tag over and have to walk out with your head bowed.

While I wait for the current trends to make their way to the heartland, I always hit up these websites for current, of-the-moment trends, with a price tag any of us could get behind...

Asos- born in the UK, Asos just started shipping internationally a few years ago. they have the perfect mix of designer duds and inexpensive, yet fashionable clothing. The lower price points tend to sell out pretty quickly but they are real quick to reorder an item if it is a top seller.

Topshop- Topshop is gaining more recognition since they opened a few stores throughout the country in the last few years as well as struck an incredible agreement with Nordstrom to have little 'pop-up' shops in select stores. Prices aren't forever21 cheap, but the quality is incomparable and the styles are of the moment.

modcloth- although this site tends to take on more of a "vintage hipster" feel, I can sometimes find a really great pair of shoes for super cheap, or a few tops. A great place to keep in mind if you are really digging the periodical trends.

evesapple- based in Baton Rouge, LA, this site was actually an account I worked with when I was an Sales Executive. Their store is BREATHTAKING and they have just about every designer you could imagine. I'm not sure if people don't know about the website but you can't compete with their sales. I'm sorry, 70% off?? Yes, their sales are that good.

nastygal- GAWD, I hate this name! Who on earth would name an amazing website...nastygal? Don't try to pull this site up at work because it's going to be blocked! However, when you get the chance to check out their site, it's awesome. Such amazing trend-setting pieces for next to NOTHING. As long as you can get past the name, I know you'll be a believer.

jane.com & groopdealz.com- Ok, a work friend recommended these sites to me and I hate her for it. It's like groupon but for working women, or mom's. They have new things every day, but they actually sell out of items every day. A great site if you need baby gifts, or a $13.99 monogrammed swimsuit. Seriously, it's that great.

Milk and Honey boutique- It should come as no surprise that this site is always at the top of my list. This was the store I worked for before moving back in KC and it still feels like home to me every time I walk into that place. Brittany York started the online store a year ago and it just makes me want to jump in my car and drive to Dallas just to shop. You will never be disappointed with what you find on their site!

{Amy}