My Best-Ever Nordstrom Buys

So I know you know that it’s happening, but do you know what Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale is all about? And why it’s actually worth shopping?

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Today we’ll go through a quick low-down — then, I’ll share my best-ever Nordstrom buys from the past year that you’ve seen often around the blog (most of which are on sale).

So, the always-anticipated Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is when the retail giant previews their new, name-brand collections for fall and winter, offering most pieces at insane price points for a period two weeks (40-60% off, usually).

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So in other words, we have the perfect excuse to give our wardrobes a summer update and to stock up for the fall season for the next week. (Fair warning: This is the only time prices will be this low; they go back up to their original listings on Aug. 2).

Ah, yeah. So without further adieu…

A few of my best Nordstrom buys from the past year:

Wedding guest dresses: It is, indeed, the summer of weddings. (Or is that every summer?)

Whether it’s a beach or a ballroom, Nordstrom’s options for wedding guest dresses are seemingly endless. My wear-to-a-wedding ensemble is all about balance. A feminine-feeling dress in a classic, not-too-tight silhouette (as I will always end up tasting every damn layer of that sheet cake).

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Athletic essentials: Sneakers, man. All day. My happy feet rejoiced as a few of my favorite classic brands (like adidas, Nike and New Balance) began to re-emerge in the fashion spotlight last spring.

Nike’s ‘Lunar Tempo’ running shoes are one of my favorites for working out or walking around town — and there’s a lot of other athletic gear on sale to go with it.

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Winter weather essentials: Included in the sale is a similar version of my rabbit fur poncho (which also comes in a black ombre). I seriously wore this all winter!

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Neutral basics: Nordstrom is my go-to for neutral basics — whether they’re for work or for weekend.

Stock up on the essentials, including warm-weather blazers, a chic black pencil skirt and the perfect, breezy blouse. Don’t forget to check out the section of leather goods, like this moto jacket and a pair of black booties.

These items will be the MVPs (Most Versatile Pieces) of your closet that you can (and will) wear time-and-time again.

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My season-less essentials: If you’ve been a corals + cognacs reader for awhile, you’re familiar with my distressed denim addiction. Two of my year-round essentials? Boyfriend jeans and a cute, classic tote.

That reversible handbag isn’t on sale, but, I mean, it’s $48 — it may as well be! Seriously, my best-ever purchase, I think. (I bought one for my mom and sisters, too; they can vouch!)

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A chic backpack: Whenever I have a jam-packed day ahead of me, I throw on a backpack to make my commute a little bit easier. Here’s a similar style of my favorite Rebecca Minkoff rendition; it’s on sale for more than $100 off (and comes in two colors).

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Make-up: Before you’re down browsing, head to the beauty section. Although Nordstrom doesn’t mark down beauty products, it does put together exclusive sets and sizes of some pretty good stuff — like my favorite facewash, a Clarisonic, these travel MAC make-up brushes, and the Living Proof hair set I’m obsessed with.

Nordstrom’s beauty section in general is a great way to save money on beauty products you’d buy — or been dying to try, like this Chanel travel palette and the cult-classic La Mer skincare line.

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Lastly, just a few tips/reminders:

Focus on the good stuff. You know, the pieces that are already on your shopping wish list! This is your time to splurge on one, or a few, high end or big ticket items, and you’d hate to have to pay full price later. (For me, it’s these rag & bone ankle booties!)

Remember Nordstrom’s return policy. It’s the shit. You can return anything!

Free shipping both ways!

If your size is sold out, call the 1-800 number or chat with a sales specialist — the staff is extremely helpful and chances are they’ll track down your size eventually.

Happy shopping! Click here to shop Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale
What are you browsing and buying for the upcoming season?

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