Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale (Early Access) starts TODAY!  If you want to shop it early and don’t have a card yet, click here to open a Nordstrom card and your early access to the sale will be available immediately.  

So I know it’s so hard to think about Fall, when it’s 90+ degrees in many places, like it is here, but I like to think of this sale as a little bonus.  You get to stock up on everything from back-to-school clothes for the kids, to fun new pieces that you’ll be wearing all Fall-Winter long.  The worst mistake you can make is wait until the sale ends in August and all the prices go back up, and you regret pieces you shoulda-woulda scored at better prices. It’s also a great sale, because the best brands are included.  Tory Burch, Hunter, Steve Madden, Michele Watches, and Madewell just to name a few.

Not only is it a great time to stock up on your fall wardrobe, but the sale includes accessories, beauty, kids and home decor. But do keep in mind, things sell out insanely fast. There have been times that I’ve sworn that I had to be one of the first people trying to buy an item, and by the time I get to check-out, I find out that it’s already sold out. I suggest buying two different sizes.  Nordstrom has a great return policy, and offers free shipping on returns.  That way you have your size before the item sells out.  Also, if your size does sell out, keep checking back, as it may be restocked or returned.

Have you used Nordstrom’s curbside pick-up? It’s a gem for a mom who doesn’t want to take her kids out of the carseat….or have them tear a department store apart.  Really it’s an amazing service for anyone.  Shop online and get the items the same day.

I am sharing all my favorite items from womens, mens, kids, beauty and home items. Without further ado, here are my absolute favorite pics, that are sure to sell out quickly.

CASUAL WEAR

Side Slit Sweater (medium) // Spanx Leggings (large, size up one) Fluffy Cardigan (medium) // Vince Camuto Booties (up half a size) // Scarf (similar) // Hat

Plaid Top (medium) // Madewell Skinny Jeans (I have size 30 but they were a little big, I snagged the 29) // Vince Camuto Booties 

Madewell Striped Top (small) // Madewell Skinny Jeans (tts) // Cardigan (size down, need a small)

Free People Thermal (small) // Frame Skinny Jeans (size up, wearing 30)

Leopard Sweater (medium) // Frame Skinny Jeans (size up one) // Booties

BB Dakota Jacket (medium) // Leopard Cami (medium) // Seven Flare Jeans (size up one, wearing 30) // Booties // Draped Duster Jacket (medium)

So you may be thinking, well what do I actually need to shop for?

First, I always try to think of weeding out things I need vs. things I know I don’t need. For instance, the #Nsale is the perfect time to stock up on good, designer jeans at a discounted price, but for myself and my body my weight fluctuates too much to spend a pretty penny on a pair of jeans that may fit in July but not in November if that makes sense.

The things I typically stock up on are boots/booties, cardigans, workout/athletic gear, coats and beauty exclusives.

WORKWEAR/TRENDY

Spotted Blouse (medium) // Halogen Cardigan (medium) // Frame Denim (size up ) // Flats

Pleated Top (medium, runs a little big) // Barefoot Dreams Cardigan (medium, this is a MUST) // Spanx Leggings (large) // Marc Fisher Booties (size up half)

Free People Top (medium) // Ab-Solution Skinny Jeans (size 29, run a little big and have lots of stretch) // Booties 

Window Pane Top (medium) // Seven Jeans (size 30) // Booties

Topshop Sweater (medium) // Bra (medium) // Leopard Skirt (there was only a large left in store, I would do the medium)

V-Neck Sweater (medium) // Satin Skirt (there was only a large left, I did like the looser fit)

Leopard Dress (medium) 

ACTIVEWEAR

Adidas Tank (medium) // Zella Zip-Up Jacket (large, bought the medium) // Zella Leggings (medium) // Zella Sports Bra (medium)

Nike Top (only had a large but need a medium) // Zella Live-In Leggings (medium) // Zella Zip Up Jacket (medium, fit way better)

North Face Jacket (medium) // Alo Moto Leggings (medium)

Fur Jacket (medium) // Striped Tee (medium) // Spanx Leggings (size up, large)

LOUNGEWEAR

Camo Pullover (medium) // Nike Shorts (only had a large but need a medium) // Nike Sweatpants (I size up one size so their looser/bigger, wearing large)

This was hands down my favorite set of the entire try-on! I snagged the top, shorts and pants!

Leopard Pullover (medium) // Shorts (medium, size up for looser fit) // Pants (medium) Grey Pullover (medium) 

Satin Pajamas (medium in both)

Wubby Pullover (medium, this is a MUST pullover for winter) // Zella Leggings (medium)