A Spring Haul and Try-On With Nordstrom!

I went to Nordstrom recently and stocked up on some cute goodies for Spring the other day, I was in desperate need of tops and I also was looking to add some color and variety into my very neutral, very basics-heavy wardrobe. There were so many fun pieces to choose from in their trend shop and I’m so excited to share how they look, fit, and their prices with you! Can you tell I’m loving a good wrap blouse these days? I can’t resist, they’re just so comfortable and flattering!

 
Nordstrom Animal Print Blouse Style by Julianne

Bag $42

This bag was the first item I picked up. If you know me well, you know I love a fun statement piece and what better way to make a statement than with your handbag? This one is vegan leather, under $50 and has a cross-body strap so you can wear it hands free! The canvas insert is removable if you want to change up the look of the bag (might lose a lipgloss or two through those holes though lol).

Leopard Blouse Nordstrom Style by Julianne
Leopard Print Top Nordstrom Style by Julianne
Nordstrom Leopard Print Style by Julianne

Top $49

Every time I see a good leopard print piece I have to give it a chance! This top has so many elements that I LOVE. It has a draped or wrap-front, with a collar and buttons. Yes to ALL OF THIS! Plus the print is good, sometimes leopard print can look tacky or overdone and I could totally see this worn in an office setting with trousers like these or even a pencil skirt. so cute! I normally would have gotten a large in a top like this but medium was all that was available in my store, although the sleeves are a touch short on me it still fits well everywhere else, so if you aren’t super broad shouldered (like I am), I’d stick with your regular size. The material is polyester and a tiny bit of spandex but it really doesn’t have much stretch at all.

Pink Tie Top Nordstrom BP
Nordstrom BP Pink Tie Button Top Style by Julianne

Top $29

This top was tricky to photograph but it is my favorite piece that I picked up! It comes in four colors and is affordable, comfortable, versatile and best of all, cute! It is longer in the back than most other tops of it’s style so you can feel secure wearing it with leggings. I tied mine tighter than they had it in the store, but you can loosen up the knot for a more slouchy feel. If you’re between sizes definitely size down, I got a medium which is my true size and it fits well when I tighten the knot, but I could have gotten away with a small if necessary. It is the softest material too… it is part polyester but the magic ingredient is the viscose that gives the fabric a soft and stretchy feel!

Purple Wrap Top Nordstrom BP
Purple Polka Dot Wrap Top Nordstrom BP
Purple Polka Dot Tie Top Nordstrom BP
Purple Polka Dot Top Nordstrom BP
 

Top $49

Another wrap top! This one is so different to me, but I was drawn to the color and although I don’t have a ton of polka dot pieces I’m obsessed with them! This top is SO flattering with the tie being right at the small part of your waist. It is cropped so unless you like to show some skin, high waisted jeans like these pictured are necessary. You can see that the sleeves are a tiny bit short on me, and I’m sure it’s because I am so broad shouldered and long-armed. I sized up to a large for arm length and torso length but it is a tiny bit baggy through the middle (I just tied it tighter, and it looks just fine). I’d say shoot for your true size unless you are super long like I am! The fabric is rayon and has zero stretch, but it is flowy enough that there is plenty room to move!

I am still waiting on my red tank top and my tan sandals to arrive in the mail but I will certainly update this post when they come in!

Thanks for reading!

xo

Cardigans and Tops #NSALE Try-On

                

Public access to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is HERE! Yay everyone can shop! Okay to kick off the first day of public access, here is the highly anticipated post of my first round of in-store purchases! If you read my Fitting Room Try-On post you know that I narrowed it down SIGNIFICANTLY which I am quite proud of myself for doing! Usually it's no holds barred for the Anniversary Sale but since I'm not working a regular 9-5 job anymore I had to reel it in this year, the budget is real y'all (plus when you see what I bought from the beauty dept... you'll understand haha)! This is why I need you to shop from my links, even the few cents I earn from each sale adds up enough for me to be able to keep bringing you awesome content, as well as stay home full time with my baby, Stella.. So, thank you for that!

I included sizing and fit info, but if I miss anything, please ask away in the comments below! I'm here to help! I normally wear a size MEDIUM in tops and third pieces.

If an item is sold out but you still want it, please let me know and I will keep an eye out for re-stocks. I am happy to individually message you the moment an item comes back in stock since I'll be on the website most of the day linking items for you all! The jeans I'm wearing are on sale in a lighter wash which I'll link HERE. The leopard shoes are from last year's Anniversary Sale but theres another amazing, very similar, equally as cute version this year linked HERE

Barefoot Dreams Cardigan Style By Julianne

Striped Tee // Cardigan 

Ok this tee is the perfect top for layering under cardis! I love the peek of stripes at the bottom of the sleeves, plus it's SUPER affordable... like, under $20 sooo I went back and ordered a few more colors in my size. I went a size up with this top since the sleeves run a little slim and also because I want to be able to tuck, and tie, etc. so here I'm wearing a Large! 

This cardi was a littlemsplurge for me, but soooo worth it. It's one of those items that I've been loving and wanting for years but I've never been able to buy it in time before it sells out completely... so annoying! It was one of this first things I bought this year because I HAD to get my hands on it even for the price because they never go on sale besides during the Anniversary Sale even though they're an item that Nordstrom has in perpetual stock. It is seriously cozy. I'm wearing a Medium!

BP Tee Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Style By Julianne

T-Shirt // Cardigan 

There is always a version of this t-shirt every year and this year it is just as amazing as always! Perfectly slouchy, perfect weight, length, everything! I got four different colors since it sold out so fast last year and re-stocks were sloooowwww. This year Nordstrom has been ON IT with re-stocks so this tee is still available off and on in all sizes and colors! I got my true Medium and it is perfect! I've already been wearing these tee's a ton in the 100 degree weather here in Portland. They are a versatile item that you'll get use out of year-round. 

This cardigan is one of those items that took a second for people to catch on to but once it was discovered it blew up. I know it sold out once but it's currently in stock so hurry and grab your size, I'm wearing my true Medium and it is perfect. Reasons why it's a no brainer: 1. it has pockets, 2. it has a HOOD! RUN. 

Style By Julianne Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2018

Button Henley Top

This top is one of those undiscovered gems! Fully in stock in all colors and totally under-appreciated! This was one of my favorite finds from the sale and if I have it in my budget I want to buy a couple more colors! I got my true size, Medium.

WIndow pane top Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Style By Julianne

Windowpane Top (currently sold out) // Boyfriend Blazer

This top and boyfriend blazer is my favorite combo that I purchased! I love them paired together. I got my true size in the top but sized down to a Small in the boyfriend blazer! I exchanged this charcoal color for the lighter grey color after I took this picture. Both are amazing but I already have a very similar piece to the charcoal color shown in the picture. 

Pink Henley Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Style By Julianne

Henley similar HERE and HERE

This top sold out SO fast! I originally bought it in three colors but I returned two because I thought it was excessive... now I regret it so bad! I sized up to a large in this one for a more oversized fit. Medium was already a little baggy on me but I wanted to be able to tuck in, tie in a knot, layer, etc. for fall so large worked well for my purposes! Otherwise grab your true size!

Madewell Blush Cardigan Style By Julianne Nordstrom

Blush Cardigan // Lace Trim Cami (currently sold out), Similar

I'm wearing my true medium in this cardigan. The color is so beautiful and is showing true in the photo! It is wool, alpaca and elastane so not only is this sweater super soft it is also stretchy. SO comfy! The lace cami I sized up to a large since I'm still breastfeeding soooo... no explanation necessary lol. 

Boyfriend Cardigan Lace Trim Cami Style By Julianne Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

Boyfriend Cardigan, Similar HERE // Lace Trim Cami (currently sold out), Similar HERE

Definitely size down in this boyfriend cardi! I'm wearing a small here. I sized up to a Large in the lace trim cami. 

 

I know I reiterate this in every Anniversary Sale post buuuutttttt... if you see an item you even KIND OF like, don't hesitate to buy it! Things sold out so fast on the first day of early access and they sell out just as quickly with re-stocks. My shopping suggestion (remember I used to work at Nordstrom as a manager) is to buy online and pick up in store! That way you don't even need to brave the crowds. You can buy everything you want, have it ready for you at your convenience and then try it on quickly before you leave the store so you know what to keep and what to return then and there! It is such an amazing feature to the Nordstrom website and just one of the many reasons I love shopping at Nordstrom. They just make everything extra convenient! 

Let me know if you have any questions!

Also, comment below with your Instagram handle if you want me to DM you with specific product re-stocks.

xo