Nordstrom Anniversary Sale – Ultimate Guide 2020

Welcome to the Ultimate Guide to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! You’ve heard of this sale by now right? All new items, offered at a discounted price for a small window we call the “Anniversary Sale” or #NSale . It’s a good one, ya’ll!

FALL MUST HAVES.

STOCK UP & REPLENISH.

I use this as an opportunity to stock up on fall must haves, restock any basics that are worn out. I have previewed the entire sale and picked out the top items in each category for you! Use the links to shop the exact products below!

BACK TO SCHOOL SHOP

Using the Nordstrom sale for back to school shopping is a great way to save money on current and stylish clothing and shoes for your littles. I have a Middle Schooler, a 4th grade boy and a Kindgartner this year.

CHRISTMAS SHOPPING

YES, I now it’s August! BUT at these prices, for these items, they make wonderful Christmas presents. IF you can resist gifting them before then!!!

#NSale – KEY DATES

PREP FOR THE SALE

In past year’s this sale has been a surprise and very fast paced. Several years ago Nordstrom started sending preview catalogs and emails and now this year EVERYTHING is available to preview online and ANYONE at any Shopping level may preview!! This is great considering how fast things sell out. You can even create a “Wishlist,” that you can cull over for several days before the window to order opens up for you. I love that aspect, since it gives you time to prepare, think about and execute!

• Set your budget! This may be at the $50, $100, $150 or higher mark.
• Create your wishlist.
• Sit back, think for a couple days, update as time draws near.
• Order the first day that you can.
• Nordstrom makes returns very easy, if you are not sure of sizing, consider ordering two sizes and trying on at home to decide.

My Top 15 #NSale Picks

1. Barefoot Dreams

If you haven’t touched Barefoot Dreams yet, you have no idea what you are missing!! They are the softest most cuddly, keep you warm, but cool to the touch items. I resisted these items for two years. Now I proudly own two cardigans, two blankets and multiple socks! I am very excited about the pajamas this year!!

• Leopard Print Cardigan, $79.90 – Love the leopard, kinda wanting the grey to change things up.
• Pajamas, $86.90 – these look so soft!! Look at that Tan color!!
• Pillows – Square, Round, $49.90 – just fun throw pillows.
• Pet Bed, for Cracker Jacks!!
• Dog Sweaters, $29.90 – another one for Cracker Jack!
• Leopard Throw Blankets, $119.00, Original $180
• Fuzzy Throw Blankets $119.00, Original $180
• Socks, $19.90
• Long Weekend Cardigan, CozyLite Cardigans – I have a silver one that is so dreamy!
• Fancy Tassled Throw Blankets, $109.90, Original $168
• Circle Cardigan , $68.90 – I have the graphite and wear it even in the summer!

2. Faux Leather

If you haven’t picked up a pair of Faux Leather Spanx, this is a great opportunity to get them for $64.90 ($119). They are so versatile during the fall and winter and can be worn casually with sweaters, sneakers and athletic wear, or dressy with heels, high heeled boots and a silky camisole and blazer. Fall is the perfect time for faux leather, since humidity drops in most places and it adds a little layer of warmth.

• Faux Leather Dress, $49.90 – what a great fall dress for date nights!
• Spanx Faux Leather Leggings, 64.90 – you will wear these out!! EVERYWHERE.
• Faux Leather Shorts, $35.90 What a steal! Wear these with patterned tights, pumps and a sweater in the fall!
• Jacket, $99.90 – it’s a blazer, it’s a hoodie, it’s a YES!
• Skirts, $26.90 – look at that olive color!

3. Shoes

Nordstrom puts so many shoes on sale, and every year there is a standout Bootie, Flat and Sneaker. I also was very happy to see the Scrunch Boot included in the sale, as that will be a very trendy piece going into Fall 2020.

• Mules , $49.90 – there is leopard, snake, black & tan
• Slippers, $59.90 all that Ugg softness and warmth!
• Veja Sneakers, $89.90
• Snake Print Booties, $99.90 – such a great shoe!
• Slip On Ugg Sneakers, $64.90 – slip on sneakers are so good.
• Adidas Sneakers, $49.90 RUN!!!
• Booties, $99.90 – this is the bootie for fall!! It will go fast!
• Pumps, $59.90 – classic shoe that you can wear to work and for date night!
• Scrunch Boot, $149.90 – this is the major fall trend for 2020.
• High Heeled Mule, $44.90 – with a pair of jeans and a cardie!

4. JEANS & DENIM

There are plenty of jean styles and colors to choose from. I like to pick up the basics and fill in any gaps in my jean-drobe (wardrobe) that I might be missing. Also, if you are in need of a great demim jacket or skirt, these options are great. You will wear them for years, year round.

• Black Jeans, $129.90 by Paige. I love Paige Denim, super high quality and my black jeans are still BLACK!!
• Dark Wash Jeans, $129.90 – get dark wash, non distressed denim and you can dress them up! Pair for $49.90.
• Denim Jacket, $79.90
• Grey Jeans, $129.90, I spend for good jeans. I have had this pair for several years now and they wash so well. Pair for $49.90
• Denim Skirt, $35.90 – wear this year round, bare legged in summer and with tights in the fall/winter.
• Straight Leg Jeans, $63.90, this “MOM” jean is still going strong.

See how I style my “Mom Jeans,” here.

5. PLAID BLAZER

Blazers can add such a structured element to an outfit, and help create a tailored, well dressed look effortlessly. Look for a slightly oversized style that you can mix into your looks.

• Plaid Blazer, $65.90 ( in center, bottom)
• Blazer, $49.90 (left, top)
• Blazer, $63.90 (right, top)

Outfit Idea: Blazer + Pant/Jean + Camisole/Tee + Bootie/Sneaker

6. CLASSIC BAG

I purchased my Longchamp travel bag during a Nordstrom Sale several years ago, and it is my most used travel bag. It’s been to Disney World and back twice, countless road trips and oil changes!

• Sweaty Betty Backpack, $69.90
• Leopard Clare V. Bag, $249.90
• Longchamp Expandable Tote, $119.90 – must have!!
• All Saints Chocolate Bag, $179.90 – I have this one in chocolate and love it!!! The snake is so pretty though!
• Coach Bag, $299.90 – classic and leather and beautiful!

7. CAMISOLES

Camisoles are great basics that can be worn by themselves in the summer and topped off with a blazer, denim jacket or under a sweater in the cooler weather.

• V Neck Camisoles, $34.90 – great basic black and white to layer all year long
• Black Dotted Camisole, $24.90
• Colored Camisoles, $24.90
• V Neck Shells, $28.90
• Shell, $28.90

Outfit Idea: Denim Jacket + Camisole + Pants/Jeans + High Heels

8. HATS

Nordstrom just has some good ones at great prices. I love to have a up to date brown/tan option and a black option available at arms length where I get dressed.

• Light Brown Hat, $38.90 (Top, Right)
• Brown, $38.90 (Top, Left)
• Grey, $38.90 (Bottom)

9. JACKETS

One of my favorite items to pick up is a leather or suede motorcycle jacket. I have collected quite a few over the years. This year there is a beautiful brocade version available and it is already on my WISHLIST!!

• Leopard Jacket, $98.90 –
• Camoflauge Jacket, $98.90
• Leather Moto Jacket, $199.90
• Brocade Jacket, $87.90 – I am obsessing over this jacket!!
• Suede Jacket, $87.90
• Raincoat, $84.90 – you will not regret this purchase when you are dry!

10. SWEATERS / CARDIES

Stock up of some great fall sweaters and cardigans. There are some great cashmere sweaters available for under $100, it is rare to find great quality cashmere under $100. If taken care of properly, Cashmere will last decades! Stick to neutral colors in a classic v neck or crew neck style.

• Dark Tan Sweater, $39.90
• Twist Front Sweater, $29.90
• Open Stitch Cardigan, $39.90
• Ribbed Open Front Cardigan, $44.90

11. SHIRTS

Plaid shirts will always be timeless for Fall! Rails make some great quality, soft button down plaid shirts. I am excited for the blue pinstripe button down available this year!

• Pinstripe Button Down Shirt, $39.90
• Rails Plaid Button Downs, $99.90
• Sleeveless Blouse, $29.90
• Turtleneck, $ 58.90
• Striped Tee & Leopard Tee, $12.90
• Dotted Yellow, Blue & Leopard Popovers, $51.90
• Def Leppard Tee, $44.90

12. UNDIES

Stock up on some basic bras and undies during the sale, my favorite Hanky Panky Underwear are on major sale!

• Natori Feathers Bra, $39.90
• Hanky Panky Undies, $16.90

13. PAJAMAS

I like to purchase PJ’s once a year. I take stock of what I have and find sets that can replace those that are worn out.

• Grey Robe & Pink Chenille Robe, $78.90
• Ugg Robe – black/white, $86.90
• Short Pajama Set, $29.90
• Sleeveless Short Pajama Set, $24.90
• Long Sleeve Pant Pajama Set, $35.90
• Long Sleeve Pant Pajama Set, $78.90

14. COATS

Colder weather may be months and months away, but if your in the market for a new coat, there are some wonderful options available. Of course I love a great camel coat, and black is timeless, but once you have those you NEED red or blue and/or a print!!

• Black Wool Coat, $199.90
• Red Coat, $149.90
• Camel Coat, $149.90
• Blue Coat, $ 149.90
• Camel Coat, $149.90
• Houndstooth Coat, $169.90

15. BEAUTY

I’ve become very settled in my beauty routine and products and have been very pleased with the beauty selection this year, several items that are part of my daily makeup routine are included!!

• Oribe Dry Shampoo, $64
• Navy Hair Dryer , $155
• Tilbury Lip Set, $ 68
• Laura Mercier Trio, $58
• Tilbury Eye Trio, $70
• Kiehl’s Cream, $49.
• Brush Sets, $30

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Phew, THAT was a lot!! By no means do you need all this! These are just the categories that I have purchased from in the past, and the pieces that I feel will become your must have items in the fall.

I suggest you set your budget and stick with it, purchase only those items that you are in need of or will benefit from. The idea is to make small updates to your wardrobe and invest in pieces that will carry you from year to year. You know I am heavy on the classic basic pieces and light on the trendy bits!

XOXO,

— Ericka