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Half Yearly Sale at Nordstrom

The Nordstrom Half-Yearly sale and Designer clearance started today, Wednesday, May 25.  Lots of great stuff for up to 40% off.  Sale ends June 5th.

Since this is end of season merchandise for Fall/Winter, sizes and quantities are limited.  However, here’s a few goodies I spied.

This gorgeous Burberry London trench is 40% off. Only size 10 and 12 available as of this post.

Burberry London 'Kensington' Double Breasted Trench Coat - On sale for 40% off
Burberry London ‘Kensington’ Double Breasted Trench Coat – On sale for 40% off

This gorgeous caramel suede Chloe bag reminds me of an old fashioned camera case. Also available in python and blue.

Chloé 'Small Jodie' Leather & Suede Camera Bag
Chloé ‘Small Jodie’ Leather & Suede Camera Bag

I have always loved clothing that is a little bit “different” and the asymmetry on this Free People tank really makes it special.

 

Free People 'Float Away' Asymmetrical Ruffle Tank
Free People ‘Float Away’ Asymmetrical Ruffle Tank’

What will you be shopping for?

Leggings Review – Hue Leggings vs. Zella Live In Leggings

All 3 pairs of leggings are part of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale which ends TOMORROW NIGHT!  Get your orders in now because prices go up Monday, August 3rd!

I am about 5 or 10 years behind the times but I have finally embraced wearing leggings and skinny jeans!  Haha!  🙂  I have always thought that they make me look shorter and squatter than when wearing bootcut or flared pants, but I have now changed my opinion.

I decided to check out 3 pairs of univerally praised leggings: the Hue Ultra Wide Waistband leggings, Hue Super Smooth Denim Leggings and the Zella Live In leggings.

I loved both the Hue Ultra Wide Waistband and the Zella Live In leggings.  Was not a fan of the Hue denim leggings.

Hue Ultra Wide Waistband Leggings

The Hue Ultra Wide Waistband leggings were so comfy.  I tried on the XS and they were a little long for me (I’m 5’1) but the waistband and legs fit well (I typically wear 24 or 25 in jeans). I will need to get them hemmed since I don’t like the scrunched look at the bottom.  The leggings were a nice matte fabric and most importantly, not sheer!

The rise was mid-rise for me.  I measured them to be a 9″ rise in the center.

Zella Live In Leggings

I had tried the Zella Live In capri length a few years ago and I own several pairs for lounging around the house and working out.  I decided to get a pair of the full length for winter time.

These are also very matte and not sheer at all.  I tried on the XXS and the XS and I preferred the fit of the XS.  The XXS was just a little too snug and felt a little like compression socks!  Haha!  I measured the difference between the XXS and the XS while laying the 2 pairs flat, and in the legs, they are about 1 cm smaller throughout the leg.  The waist and length were exactly the same.

The Zella leggings are a lower rise than the Hue leggings.  I measured them to be a 7″ rise in the center. The fabric is slightly thicker weight than the Hue leggings.  Like the Hue leggings, these will need to be hemmed.

I think the Zella leggings could be worn outside of being active, but the inside seam is a little more of a prominent flat lock seam than the Hue leggings.

Hue Denim Leggings

I tried the Hue denim leggings on in the store.  These ran really small!  I tried an XS and couldn’t get them on my legs at all and sized up to S for a comfortable fit.  However, the main reason I didn’t like them was the fit was very saggy in the crotch area. I wonder if this is because I had to size up?  In any case, I wasn’t a big fan of the fit.

 

2015 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Picks, Reviews and my Haul!

Early Access for the 2015 Nordstrom Anniversary started, which means yours truly was up late shopping in the wee hours of this morning and out the door fairly early this morning.

I was a little disappointed with handbags this year. I didn’t see anything that I could really see myself using.  The only bag that I thought was cute was the Patricia Nash Bronte fringe bucket bag — except I really can’t stand how unorganized everything gets so I passed.

Patricia Nash - Bronte Fringe Bucket bag
Patricia Nash – Bronte Fringe Bucket bag

Some of the Michael Kors bags were cute, but I am not really in the market for any non-cross bags right now.

MICHAEL Michael Kors
MICHAEL Michael Kors
MZ Wallace
MZ Wallace

The Ted Baker shopper on the right was cute, but again — not really what I need right now.

Kate Spade
Kate Spade and Ted Baker

I was really excited to finally find a pair of boots! I’ve been looking since the Fall and I wasn’t able to find anything with a shaft height that looked good on my short legs.  I saw these Naturalizer Jennings boots in store and loved them.  The shoe tent was craaaaaazy crowded and we actually thought there was a line to get in!

Naturalizer Jennings Tall Boot
Naturalizer Jennings Tall Boot
Cole Haan Tali Bow Wedge Pump
Cole Haan Tali Bow Wedge Pump
AGL Link Ballet Flat - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
AGL Link Ballet Flat
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Vince Camuto Pazell Boot and Naturalizer Jennings Boot

Clothing was kind of a bust for me too.  I ordered a few more of the Halogen U-Neck t-shirts that I love.  I got some last year and they’ve held up well for me.  (I wash on delicate cycle and hang dry.)

Halogen U-Neck Tshirt - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Halogen U-Neck Tshirt

I only found 1 sweater that I thought was cute, which was a super soft Bobeau open cardi.  I tried on this one and the super popular Barefoot Dreams cardi and the Bobeau one was better on my petite frame. BTW – the Bobeau comes in a few colors, but DO NOT order the “burgundy”. It is a really awful shade of orangey red.  The Barefoot Dreams cardigan sold out last year, so I would highly recommend ordering sooner rather than later if you’re interested in it!  The material is SUPER SOFT!  I just think it was a little too long for me. I wish I was taller!!!  My friend is a little taller than me and got it and it looks great on her!

Bobeau Open Cardi - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Bobeau Open Cardi

Barefoot Dreams Cardigan - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Barefoot Dreams Cardigan

In the lingerie/lounge wear tent I found some SUPER soft modal pajamas by PJ Salvage. I have seen this brand at Nordstrom before but I had never tried anything until today. I loved their silky soft material and I picked up this tank top and I’m seriously considering if I should order the pajama set as well.

PJ Salvage Crochet Back Tank Top - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
PJ Salvage Crochet Back Tank Top

PJ Salvage Pajamas - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
PJ Salvage Pajamas also available in Plus size
PJ Salvage Pajamas - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
PJ Salvage Pajamas – Super silky and soft and the colors were so vibrant!

 

Finally, I have to mention the amazingly soft throws I found in the home department. I honestly don’t know if I can pick a favorite!  I already own 2 from last year… so perhaps I should just complete the set and buy one of each? 🙂

On the more luxe side, Giraffe at Home and Barefoot Dreams both make wonderfully soft throws, but they are slightly different.  Giraffe at Home is more of a faux fur and the Barefoot Dreams is more of a chenille.  Both are super duper soft!  I bought the Giraffe at Home one last year and everyone loves to cuddle up with it.

Giraffe at Home Throw - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Giraffe at Home Throw

Barefoot Dreams Cozy Chic Throw - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Barefoot Dreams Cozy Chic Throw

Both of those throws are rather pricey, but these two are much more wallet friendly and just as soft. The Kennebunk is a steal at $25.90!  The Nordstrom at Home throw is also super soft and very similar to the Giraffe At Home throw, and is priced at only $31.90.

Kennebunk Home Plush Throw - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Kennebunk Home Plush Throw

Nordstrom At Home Stripe Plush Throw - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Nordstrom At Home Stripe Plush Throw
Giraffe at Home Throw - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Giraffe at Home Throw

 

Barefoot Dreams cozy throw - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
A stack of warm hugs aka the Barefoot Dreams cozy throw

 

Kennebunk Home plush throw - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
A total steal of an item – Kennebunk Home plush throw

 

Nordstrom At Home Throw - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Nordstrom At Home Throw – The green and grey were my favorite colors

What were your favorite items from the sale?