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This is Part 2 of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Dressing Room Diaries from an average mom of 3 kids. I toted my baby to Nordstrom, hand-picked everything, and tried on a bunch of stuff – hope it helps!
Contains affiliate links & lots of selfies!
So last week I went to Nordstrom and tried on 60+ things that I thought would be winners for average mommas who are busy chasing kids, trying to be comfortable, but want to look amazing doing it! Stuff that makes everyday moms feel super hot.
Last post, I talked about the dollar per wear calculation I use when shopping for clothes:
- a $150 coat worn 300 times is $0.50/wear
- a $25 top worn 3 times is $8.33/wear
My wardrobe is a mix of fast-fashion and timeless pieces I’ve invested in. The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is the perfect time to grab some investment pieces that you LOVE and will give you a good $/wear. Here are the details of the sale:
- They mark down stuff that’s rarely on sale and it’s all new for fall and winter – but I plan on doing a buy now, wear now post too :).
- The first week is for cardholders only (7/13-7/20) and then the sale opens to everyone on 7/21 and ends on 8/6.
- Why open a card if the sale is open to the public in a week? Two reasons:
- Stuff will DEFINITELY sell out – the card guarantees you early access
- You get Nordstrom Notes (rewards) for the money you spend
These pieces are perfect for stay-at-home moms’ day-to-day wardrobes and working mommas’ weekend wardrobes. I’ll try to tell you how I’ll wear it, too, and hopefully it helps you find something that makes you feel a little more awesome.
For reference, I’m 4.5 months postpartum, 127lbs, 5’2″, and usually wear a 27 and a small.
Here’s the good, the bad & the ugly from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale for moms:
The Good
I really liked this top and it would be SO nursing friendly with the buttons and oversized silhouette. These jeggings are amazing as well – they’re Spanx and so comfy! I always size up in Spanx otherwise I have major muffin top spillage. each of the below (a jegging & a faux leather legging) are under $65, down from $98.
Free People Tee // wearing an XS, I find FP runs really big // shop it here
Spanx jeggings // wearing a medium, definitely size up otherwise you’ll have to fight to get them on // shop them here (also available in plus size here)
Spanx faux leather leggings // I own a medium, same as above regarding sizing // shop them here (also available in plus size here) – these will definitely sell out FAST!
This dress is a wardrobe MVP – I didn’t buy it since I already have a black body-con midi but I love that it can be dressed up (add wedges and a cute bag) or down (a la the look above – practical shoes and minimal accessories).
Black Midi Dress // wearing a Small – runs TTS and under $37 (goes up to $55 after the sale). also comes in 3 colors! // shop it here
I love everything in this pic – details below š
these faux leather satchels are way cute // $53! // shop them here
a great little saddle bag for under $35 // // shop them here
geo print scarf // 2 colors and under $25 // shop it here
green plaid blanket scarf // my FAVE from last year – works as a scarf and a blanket for kids in a pinch š // shop it here
green plaid blanket scarf // I bought this last year in a slightly different color combo and it’s so versatile – works as a scarf and a blanket for kids in a pinch š // shop it here
This side tie sweatshirt is SO soft and really cute on – would be perfect for a big ol’ baby belly, too.
side tie sweatshirt // wearing a small, runs TTS, comes in a bunch of colors // shop it here
step hem jeans // wearing a 29 (usually a 27 so size up!) // shop them here
this black clutch is such a good buy – if you don’t have a basic black clutch, it’s a great time to grab one.
black suede and faux leather clutch // $46! also comes in oxblood // shop it here
I also love this black suede clutch // real suede and under $50, down from $75 // shop it here
this cardigan is cashmere and SO pretty – a definite splurge but still a good price (under $100!) for cashmere
3/4 sleeve cashmere cardigan // comes in one-size and 6 colors // shop it here
fell in love with this easy circle cardigan – drapes so nicely, under $50, and so great for tucking a baby under to nurse.
circle cardigan // under $50, comes in 3 colors // shop it here
moto leggings // wearing a medium, I would size up. 3 colors available // shop it here
basic t-shirt // wearing a small, I would say TTS for a classic, “loose” fit. available in 5 colors // shop it here
ok so these are the comfiest modal joggers you’ll ever put on your legs – they’re a bit fitted so you don’t look like you’re wearing sweats and it feels like you’re wearing butter, so there’s that ;). I bought and cannot wait to wear with a cute fitted tee or just around the house.
modal joggers // wearing an XS, runs a bit big so size down // shop them here
my sister got me hooked on these pajamas – they’re SO soft and cute. if you’re still wearing mismatched tshirts and boxers to bed, you need these. also nursing friendly! would be such a great gift for a new mom or a mom-to-be!
long sleeve/long pant version // comes in 4 colors, under $43 (back up to $65 after the sale), runs big – wearing small but an XS would have been better // shop them here // also available in plus size
short sleeve/shorts set // available in 3 colors, under $36 (back up to $55 after the sale) // shop them here
I really loved this balloon sleeve sweatshirt dress – the only reason I passed was because I’m nursing and a dress like this isn’t practical
balloon sleeve sweatshirt dress // comes in 2 colors, under $40 // shop it here
this cardigan is really good… drapes really nicely and can totally be dressed up for an office or down with skinnies or leggings. plus, it has pockets! nursing-friendly, too š
open front cardigan // comes in 6 colors & under $50! // shop it here
basic t-shirt // wearing a small, I would say TTS for a classic, “loose” fit. available in 5 colors // shop it here
distressed girlfriend jean // wearing a 27, they run big so size down! would’ve gotten a 26 // shop them here
people SWEAR by this cardigan and it was one of the softest things I’ve ever worn – would be so good for lounging around or a long haul flight or roadtrip. would also make a GREAT gift!
hooded blanket cardigan // comes in 4 colors, $76, back up to $110+ after the sale // shop it here
this cute little dress is sold out RN but I’m sure it’s coming back – under $25, swingy and stretchy and just perfect.
grey ruffle sleeve dress // wearing a small here but sized down in next pic – definitely size down // shop it here
same dress from above but in pink and the correct size – bought it and already wearing it!
blush ruffle sleeve dress // wearing an XS – definitely size down // shop it here
this lariat necklace is SO pretty – I don’t usually try on jewelry but my girlfriend Laura got this necklace and when I tried it on I *had to* have it
lariat stone necklace // a great length for layering & under $35 // shop it here
the booties in this sale are out of control cute. I am personally on a bootie freeze because I have more pairs than I can deal with, but these are two of my faves from the sale – my gf says they’re SO comfy, too. wear them now with cutoffs or dresses and wear them later with skinny dark jeans, skinny distressed jeans, leggings or tights and dresses. the possibilities, people! š
Fileana Booties (top grey) // these come in 3 colors from size 4-12, under $100 // shop them here
Francia Booties (in my hand) // four colors, size 4-12, under $100 and SO adorable with skinnies // shop them here
this was my favorite striped tee from the sale and I’m SO happy I found it! under $18, I’ll wear it now and later.
striped pocket tee // stretchy and so comfy, runs large, wearing an XS, 5 colors! // shop it here
no, you aren’t seeing double – there’s another really similar striped tee in this sale but it is different. I like the one above better but this one is really comfy, too. this one comes in 17(!) colors and is under $20
striped tee // wearing a small // shop it here
love this bag – I have one that’s really similar that I love to use when I’m not carrying a diaper bag š
crossbody saddle bag // comes in 3 colors // shop it here
pink v-neck tee // comes in 4 colors, one of my FAVES and not part of the sale // shop it here
Birkenstock sandals // love them in white and here’s the silver I’m wearing // shop them here
these Nikes are SO cute – I would have bought if I didn’t already own a black pair of the exact same shoe, minus the cute snake print :/
Nike Air Max Thea // such a great sneaker for everyday – I wear mine with jeans and leggings, sweaters and activewear. under $86, back up to $115 after the sale // shop them here
if you don’t have a Rebecca Minkoff backpack, the sale is a great time to grab one! I use mine as an everyday bag when I don’t have a newborn
Rebecca Minkoff Julian Backpack // so easy to carry your stuff without wearing a sporty backpack // shop it here
mildly obsessed with these Nikes
platinum running Nikes // I would wear these for more than working out, lets be real… under $105, back up to $140 after the sale // shop them here
The Bad
just WAY too big and chunky š the color was nice but it just didn’t work
rib knit cotton tunic // runs large, wearing a small // shop it here
ok, I love Zella but this color was BAD on me. I do love the high waist but overall these were terrible
Zella high waist leggings // wearing a medium // shop them here
here’s a much better option – I own them in black and they’re pretty good š
black high waist leggings // I wear a medium – I think they run a bit small // shop them here
so, funny story about this… I tried it on and was like, NO, too short, thanksverymuch. well it turns out it’s a tunic, not a dress. #shortpeopleprobs
tie trumpet sleeve tunic // wearing a small, maybe would’ve worked as a tunic š // shop it here
just didn’t love this plaid button up, even though it would’ve been great for nursing :/
plaid button up // wearing a small, runs TTS // shop it here
The Ugly
I really wanted to like this cardigan but it was a hard NO
layered ruffle sleeve cardigan // two colors, wearing a small // shop it here
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