AH! It was like Christmas morning when my massive box finally arrived – beyond excited to rip it open and look at all my Nordstrom Anniversary Sale goodies!!! Admittedly I went a little crazy, knowing that I was going to return a few things. I love a good try-on sesh at home, pairing with the items I already own. But nothing beats a mother-daughter shopping trip to Oakbrook with my kids, playing hide and seek between the clothing racks like my sister and I used to do. Oh the memories!
Below is a list of what I ordered online and picked up in store at Oakbrook Center and some ideas on what you can pair it with. I tend to buy more classic looking, sometimes pricey pieces that will last seasons and mix and match with affordable/fast fashion items.
And check out my IG Stories Highlights #ootd for video try-ons!
- Item: Caslon Roll Neck Wool Sweater $50 (after sale $79)
Size / Fit: Small / TTS amazing – chunky and big!
Perfect For: work, nights out or snuggling on the couch, it’s so soft!
Goes with: leggings, jeans, mini skirt with tights
Verdict: KEEP
- Item: Topshop Colorblock Knight Pullover $45 SOLD OUT – check back!
Size / Fit: 2 / Small
Perfect For: work, weekends
Goes with: high waisted pants for this mama
Verdict: EXCHANGE for a 6
- Item: Halogen Tie Front Pull Over Sweater $59 (after sale $89)
Size / Fit: Small / TTS – it’s a longer sweater with wider sleeves, but I really like the fit
Perfect For: work, date night
Goes with: monochromatic look with all black pants, jeans, colored cords
Verdict: KEEP
- Item: Ted Baker London Sweater $44 (after sale $215)
Size / Fit: Small / TTS
Perfect For: work, date night
Goes with: any pant; midi skirt or pleated leather skirt
Verdict: Return; again, too many sweaters I can’t justify the price on this one.
- Item: Nic + Zoe Balance Side Zipper Sweater $112 (after sale $168)
Size / Fit: Small P / sleeves too short
Perfect For: work
Goes with: jeans, black pants, white jeans
Verdict: Return; I was going to exchange for a regular size since I accidentally ordered a Petit, but I have too many sweaters 🙁
- Item: Halogen Wide Cuff Cashmere Turtleneck in Black $119 (after sale $179)
Size / Fit: Small / a bit big but I like my sweaters like that
Perfect For: work, weekends
Goes with: a skinny pant
Verdict: KEEP
- Item: Adidas Originals 3 Stripe Dress $45 (after sale $60)
Size / Fit: Small / a little snug
Perfect For: taking the kids to the park, weekend errands, Cubs game
Goes with: Chuck Taylor sneakers, chunky booties and black leather jacket
Verdict: Return; too tight
- Item: JBrand Maria High Waisted Jeans $100 (after sale $198)
Size / Fit: 27 / a little snug
Perfect For: work, date night, out with friends
Goes with: any sweater or blouse, even cropped sweaters due to the high waist
Verdict: EXCHANGE for 28
- Item: Rag & Bone Raw Hem Ankle Skinny Jeans $130 – Sold Out so try again!
Size / Fit: 27 / a little snug
Perfect For: work, weekend fun, date night
Goes with: omg anything, I am obsessed with these!
Verdict: EXCHANGE for size 28 (wah, wah)
- Item: Varley Gaines High Waist Leggings $76.90 (after sale $115)
Size / Fit: Small / TTS
Perfect For: athletic wear; due to the Violet Ice color, I probably wouldn’t recommend working out in these
Goes with: any activewear top, tank or hoodie; I like black, charcoal gray or white
Verdict: KEEP
- Item: Ted Baker Wool Blend Wrap Coat $385 (after sale $575)
Size / Fit: Powder Blue Small / TTS
Perfect For: winter
Goes with: work, dressier outfits
Verdict: KEEP
- Item: Badgely Mishka Double Faced Wool Wrap Front $230 (after sale $350)
Size / Fit: Grey Small / TTS
Perfect For: Fall and Winter
Goes with: work outfits, dressier occasions
Verdict: Based on my IG Poll, I’ll be returning this one
- Item: Stuart Weitzman Bedford Bootie $360 ($535)
Size / Fit: 9 / TTS
Perfect For: work, weekend, even kids stuff due to the chunky heel!
Goes with: my life
Verdict: KEEP (duh)
- Item: Vince Sanders Slip on Sneaker in Black $170 (after sale $275)
Size / Fit: 9 / TTS
Perfect For: work (I’m sure if the hubs saw these on a date night he would say they were hideous)
Goes with: skinny pant or wide leg cropped pant
Verdict: KEEP
- Item: Cole Haan Tali Bow Flat $100 (after sale $150)
Size / Fit: 9 / Size Down
Perfect For: work, date night, out with girl friends
Goes with: skinny jeans, leggings, colored cordoroys
Verdict: EXCHANGE for size 8
- Item: Quay Stray Cat 58mm Sunglasses $36 (after sale $55)
Size / Fit: OSFA
Perfect For: summatime fun
Goes with: smiles & good times
Verdict: keep