Fashion Finds on Day One of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

Yesterday was the first day of the annual Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.  For some of you that’s really not a big deal, but I’m in Seattle, and here, the sale is a VERY BIG deal.

Growing up, it may have been back-to-school shopping with mom and dad.  In college, it may have been the opportunity to pick up one or two fun pieces for fall.  And for many businesswomen, this is the time to stock up on basic wardrobe items in addition to finding a couple of new fall outfits.

I’m at that in between shopping phase.  I wear a uniform for my day job, so only need to have a minimal amount of business clothes.  So, I get the luxury of finding fun things – both for home, and those that will pack and travel well.

Here’s what I picked up at the sale yesterday:

Pajamas:  I’ve been needing some new PJ’s, and was excited to see a nice assortment from PJ Salvage.  These twill pajamas are a classic boyfriend-style pajamas, made out of super-soft cotton and don’t need multiple washings to be comfy.  They had several fun patterns, and I chose a leopard print and a cherry pattern.  Sale priced $37.90.

I also found another pair of pajamas from Shimera.  I couldn’t find a photo online, but they’re in plum patterned cotton, with a t-shirt top (Sale priced,$15.90) and a drawstring bottom (Sale priced, $27.90).

Pants:  This was all about jeans!  And first off was a look at traditional denim.  I was hoping to find something at an affordable price, as I’ve grown a bit weary of paying close to $200 for a decent pair of jeans.  I found a great choice with the reasonably priced Kut from the Kloth, so chose to pick up two pair.  They were both a boot cut stretch jean, the first in a dark wash with button flap back pockets (sale priced $49.90), and the second in a medium wash with back flap pockets ($59.90).  The rise was a a higher fit, and the inseam long enough, so they fit comfortable and are easy to move around in.  While I won’t put these on my sexiest jeans list, they are comfy and attractive jeans for every day wear.  And at this bargain price, who can pass them up!

The other pair of jeans were the Joe’s Jeans Chelsea skinny pants.  These are out of a stretchy double knit, and look like ankle length leggings out of a heavy material.  These are hip and fun, and finally hitting the US a couple years after I saw them all over Paris.  They fit snuggly, and should be worn with a longer top.  I can already think of all sorts of things that I can wear these with!  Sale priced $79.90.

Handbags & Shoes:  These are probably my two favorite departments in the store!  I saw the Marciano studded satchel in the catalog, and was curious to see what it looked like up close and personal.  I wanted to feel and smell the leather, and see if the larger sized bag looked okay on my arm.  I love the removable chain-link strap, which, along with the triangle studs, gives it a little biker chick look while still maintaining a classic style.  The leather feels wonderful, and the pin-tucked pleats and wide top closure at impressive detailing.  Loved the bag, had to have the bag!  Sale priced $189.90.

Because of the traveling side of my life, I am always looking for comfy shoes that don’t take up much room in my suitcase.  I try to have a couple of go-to pair that I can rotate among, and the Puma Mostro sneakers will be a welcome addition.  The leather and mesh give it a sporty lightweight look, and the off-center Z-strap helps gives you a secure fit.  These aren’t a serious running shoe, but they’ll be great for vacation or general walking around town.  Sale priced $64.90.

It’s likely that I’ll be going back for another pass through on the Anniversary Sale, probably to spend some additional time in lingerie (stocking up on basics) as well as spending a bit more time in the shoe department.  These are good prices, and shopping wisely now means that I can get through a number of months without additional purchases.  (Yeah, right!)

Did you go to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale?  What purchases did you make?

Photo credit:  All from Nordstrom