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Hits & Misses from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

My favorite sale of the year is here, and I am sharing all of my hits and misses! The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is amazing! With so many options, it is easy to get overwhelmed and make an impulse buy just because something is on sale and a good price! I use this sale as a good time to stock up on some great basics for fall, your favorite beauty items, and staples!

Before I share my favorites, I have to say, that I truly don’t believe that you should purchase something just because it is on sale! Ask yourself these three questions before you decide what to purchase and/or keep!

  1. Is this the image I want to portray?
  2. Does it look good on me?
  3. Do I love it?

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I am starting with a few pieces from past years that I LOVE and have stood the test of time!

This jacket was one of my favorite purchases last year! It has great stretch and elevates your look! I turned to it again, and again last year!

Fit Tip: Size up if in between in the jacket. Wearing the small. Everything else is true to size. Wearing a small in the bra and leggings.

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This cute top is such a great option for work! And while my exact pants are no longer available, I linked a couple similar ones that are on sale. This top is available in 5 colors.

Fit Tip: Everything is true to size. Wearing a small in the top. Pants linked are similar ones.

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This top remains one of my top purchases from the sale last year! It is so comfortable and made of a great material! I have it tucked in here, but it is also long enough to wear with leggings!

Fit Tip: Size down in the top. Wearing XS. Size down if in between in the jeans. Wearing a 2/26. Size down half a size in the shoes.

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This top looks great with the Spanx leggings too! The Spanx leggings are another item that I highly recommend to purchase during the anniversary sale! I wear these leggings on repeat during the fall and winter!

Fit Tip: Size down in the white top. Wearing XS. Size up in the vest. Wearing the small, but the medium would have fit better. Size up if in between in the leggings. Wearing a small. Size down half a size in the shoes.

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Loving the green color in this top too!

Fit Tip: Size down in the top. Wearing XS. Size down if in between in the jeans. Wearing a 26. Shoes are TTS.

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Every year, Nordstrom has a great selection of Barefoot Dreams on sale! I cannot recommend these products more! From the socks to the cardigan, I love them all! And because they are so rarely on sale, these are items I recommend picking up!

Fit Tip: Size down if in between in the jeans. Wearing a 26. Everything else is true to size. Wearing a small in the cardigan. Striped shirt and shoes linked are similar ones.

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This plaid shirt is a splurge, but it was another one of my favorites from last year! I also purchased the plain white one this year! It doesn’t look like much online, but I absolutely loved it in person!

Fit Tip: Size down if in between in the jeans. Wearing a 26. Everything else is true to size. Wearing a small in the top. Shoes linked are similar ones.

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I know, I know, this white top doesn’t look like much, but I absolutely love it!!

Fit Tip: Everything is true to size. Wearing a small in the top an 4/27 in the jeans. Size up half a size in the shoes if in between.

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This thermal top was another winner for me! The light colored jeans by Rag & Bone are great, but they were too long on me! I am only 5’5″ for reference. However, I loved the black Good American ankle jeans!

Fit Tip: Everything is true to size. Wearing a small in the top and 4/27 in the pants. Size up half a size in the mules if in between.

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I loved this top and cardigan!! The only reason I didn’t purchase the cardigan was because it had wool, and I just get too itchy with wool! But the colors are perfect for fall!

Fit Tip: Everything is true to size. Wearing a small in the top and cardigan. Wearing a 4/27 in the jeans.

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This jacket was one of my favorite purchases from the sale this year! I love a great piece that can be worn for years to come! It is also available in a light stone color too!

Fit Tip: Everything is true to size. Wearing a small in the jacket and top. Wearing a 4/27 in the jeans.

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I really liked this white tee to wear under cardigans and jackets! It’s pretty thin in person, so I wouldn’t recommend it by itself. The cardigan was a miss for me. I know cropped looks are all the trend, but it just isn’t me!

Fit Tip: Everything is true to size. Wearing a small in the top and sweater. Wearing a 4/27 in the jeans.

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This green sweater is darling! The sleeves are fun, and it’s made of cotton so it’s not itchy at all! It is available in four colors, and I am loving the white one!

Fit Tip: Everything is true to size. Wearing a small in the sweater and top. Wearing a 4/27 in the jeans.

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These sweaters were both splurges, but if you are looking to invest in some timeless and classic sweaters, these are it. They were a miss for me simply because they had wool, and they were just too itchy for me.

Fit Tip: Everything is true to size size. Wearing a small in the sweaters. Wearing a 4/27 in the jeans. Size up half a size in the mules if in between.

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These two sweaters were both misses for me! They were too cropped for my liking.

Fit Tip: Everything is true to size. Wearing a small in the sweaters and 4/27 in the jeans. Size up a size in the mules if in between.

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This fun puff sleeve top is another winner for me! My color comes in and out of stock, but there are several other great choices too! I just ordered the cream!

Fit Tip: Everything is true to size. Wearing a small in the top and 4/27 in the jeans.

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These sweaters were both misses for me. For the price, they were just too boxy on me. They also contain wool which is a deal-breaker for me.

Fit Tip: Size down if in between in both sweaters. Wearing a small, but the XS would have fit better. Everything else is true to size. Wearing a 4/27 in the jeans. Size up half a size if in between in the shoes.

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This sweater was a winner for me because, HALLELUJAH, there is no wool! I love how the back is longer than the front too!

Fit Tip: Everything is true to size. Wearing a small in the sweater and 4/27 in the jeans. Size up half a size if in between in the shoes.

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Both of these tops were winners for me! The Free People sweater is available in five colors too!

Fit Tip: Everything is true to size. Wearing a small in the tops and 4/27 in the jeans. Size up half a size if in between in the mules.

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I loved these tie dye sweatshirts for a more casual look for the end of summer and beginning of fall!

Fit Tip: Everything is true to size. Wearing a small in the sweatshirts and 4/27 in the jeans.

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The tan dress was a hit for me! I think it will be perfect for work this fall and will also look great with boots! The pink dress was a miss. The draping just hit me wrong in the stomach area.

Fit Tip: Everything is true to size. Wearing a small in both dresses. Size up half a size in the mules if in between.

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I loved the color of the pink Free People set, and while the joggers were very comfortable and soft, the top was just too cropped for me. The IVL set is darling though! I really liked the way it fit! When working out, I would put a tank over the sports bra.

Fit Tip: Everything is true to size. Wearing a small in the pink top and pants. Wearing a 6 in the sports bra and 4 in the pants.

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My pictures in this trench are not doing it justice! It really is a great staple piece for fall and spring! The hood is removable too! I am wearing the longer version, but I will link the shorter version too!

Fit Tip: Everything is true to size. Wearing a small in the trench.

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The Kate Spade bags in the sale this year are so darn cute!

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I love this selection of handbags too and think they will be perfect for fall!

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The Tory Burch selection is also great!

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These Tory Burch sandals are so cute and a great price too! I found them to be true to size. However, if you have a very narrow or slim foot, the strap might be a little too loose for you.

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These P448 sneakers are a great staple! They are a bit of a splurge (even when they are on sale), but I found them to be comfortable and true to size.

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If you only get one pair of shoes from the sale, these Steve Madden mules are my top recommendation! Size up half a size if in between.

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These Ugg boots are another favorite of mine! They are so comfortable and the coziest shoes for winter! True to size.

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I absolutely loved these booties because they were comfortable and a great staple for fall. True to size. You can purchase them with or without the chain.

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I will have more to share next week when the stuff I ordered online arrives! Happy shopping, friends!

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