These Friday Five posts tend to be random. I share whatever I am thinking but do try to included something beauty, something fashion, something fitness related and something to do with the kids. This week, I’m talking everything Nordstrom Sale.
Black and White Top || White Button Fly Jeans
missing my dark hair!
This year is a little different. Here are the 5 things that make The 2020 Nordstrom Sale different.
5 Reasons Why This Year is Different
- Covid: Duh. You will probably {and hopefully!} be seeing less of your favorite bloggers actually shopping in store. To me, it is 1,000% irresponsible to do so. Those influencers that are shopping in person are putting undo pressure on most bloggers to do the same thing, as well as their followers. THERE IS ONLINE SHOPPING, PEOPLE! Welcome to 2020. Don’t go in stores, it is unnecessary.
- Pre Shopping: This year, Nordstrom has allowed “pre access” or a first look to everyone online. You can easily create a Wishlist, so you are ready on the day of your access.
- Is Anyone Shopping?: If you are like me, I’m not shopping for much. I normally use this sale to stock up on Fall Essentials and items for upcoming trips. That being said, we do have some fall travel plans, so I will be stocking up on some items, especially for the kids. But PLEASE don’t feel the pressure to shop. { the last couple of years, I’ve been getting the kids winter-ish jackets. In San Diego, we don’t need much, but the last couple of years, I’ve found great options for the kids. I have this navy little boy’s jacket on my wishlist for Leo and this little girl’s pink jacket one for Madrid. }
- Status Changes: Most everyone I spoke to about this sale, have had a change in status. This means, that, depending on your Nordstrom Card status, you have different access days. To check when you can shop online, check here.
- Out of Stock: Because most people aren’t returning to their normal life, and thus their normal wardrobes, I don’t expect things to sell out as quickly. This might be the case for office wear and jeans. But it is safe to assume that home wear and loungewear will sell out quicker than in years past. Hint, hint! Add this blanket to your wish list now!
This Year’s Version of this Plaid Oversized Blazer || This Year’s Version of this Camisole || Skinny Jeans || Navy Superga Sneakers
5 Things I Have Purchased from Previous Nordstrom Sales and Still Love
- Jeans: All of my favorite jeans have been purchased from the sale. I tried Rag & Bone jeans for the first time during this sale 3 or 4 years ago. Last year I got some Madewell button fly jeans that feel like leggings. And in 2019, I got these Mother Jeans that strangers will compliment me on every time I wear them.
- Pajama Set: beyond soft. These are my go to gift for new moms or anyone that is going to be in bed or the hospital for a while. I’m getting a new pair this year.
- Spanx Faux Leather Leggings: These with an oversized cashmere sweater and Golden Goose sneakers are my go-to fall outfit.
- Regular Rise Thongs: Now that almost everything I own and wear is high rise, the low rise Hanky Panky thongs of the 2000s just aren’t cutting it. I tried these “regular” {aka “High Rise”} rise thongs last year at the sale and I’m getting every. Single. Color this year.
- Blazers: Blazers are my go-to. My thing. I love them paired with jeans shorts, over dresses and with jeans, duh. Last year, I got one very similar to this one and it was easily the most worn blazer in my closet. I’m getting this updated color this year.
5 Beauty Items I Will be Getting This Year
- Olaplex: A quarantine find that I think I will not be using! Love the discounted price for the shampoo, conditioner and hair mask. I use the hair mask once a week.
- Oribe: A Meghan Markle favorite. I’m not surprised. She is known for being bougie and this item’s price tag is on brand. But it really is that good. Getting this at the discounted price, for sure!
- Microderm Pro Device: I’ve always wanted to try this!
- Jo Malone: Another Meghan Markle favorite, {see my post about all her favorites HERE}, I will be stocking up on this scent again. A favorite of the Duchess’ and mine!
- Better than Sex Mascara set: After trying this mascara at the Sephora sale {see the post about it HERE}, I’m excited to try their lip injection lip gloss!
This Year’s Version of this Camisole|| Mother Denim || Nude Loafers
5 Things to Get this Year
Budget willing {please, don’t over spend! 2020 is weird!} these are items I would recommend getting. Pick one or two that work into your life, no pressure to shop!
- 1 pair of jeans
- 1 beauty item
- 1 item that is “so you.” {this for me, is a blazer or pair of skinny jeans.}
- something cozy
- replacement item. this can be a new pair of booties to replace yours that are worn, a new pair of workout leggings to replace the ones that have that weird stain, or a new pair of pjs, because the others have a couple of holes {this is mine!}
More Nordstrom Sale Finds
5 Best Sellers from Last Week
Love that all of these items are under $100, with the average price being $38!
- High Waisted 7/8 Workout Leggings
- Never Say Never White Midi Dress
- Flounce Hem Tank Dress
- Hunter Tie Dye Bike Short Set
- Puff Sleeve Flounce Top
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