Nordstrom Anniversary Sale - Fashion Picks and Shopping Tips!

You have probably heard (especially If you are on Instagram) that the Nordstrom Anniversary sale is HERE! It is one of the most anticipated sales of the entire year and for good reason. If you’ve never shopped it before or don’t know much about it, here’s why everyone gets so kicked up when it’s time for the sale and my TIPS to shop it!

Keep Scrolling through this post to check out all of my 2019 Anniversary Sale Picks!

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MY TIPS FOR SHOPPING THE SALE

1. Fall Items at a BIG discount! - This is probably the biggest reason people shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. Usually during the summer, you’ll find stores clearing out and discounting spring and summer items in order to make room for the fall arrivals. But, during the Anniversary Sale, Nordstrom discounts tons of new items for the fall that have never hit store shelves and it is the perfect time to stock up on fall and winter essentials, build your capsule collection, or score a $$$ designer item at a fraction of the cost.

2. Card Holders Shop Early - Nordstrom card holders also are able to shop the sale before if opens to the public for an entire week! This means that if you have a Nordstrom card of any kind (which by the way is free to sign up for and has no yearly fees) you get priority on all of the great sale items. The reason having a card is a big part of this sale is because the great items and deals SELL OUT FAST. Last year, Nordstrom didn’t restock a lot of items after the sale opened to the public so if you waited, you missed out. If you don’t have a card, it’s not too late to sign up.

3. When Can I Shop the Sale? - Everyone can shop the sale TODAY, Friday, July 19th starting at 12:30 EST.

4. How do I get the items I want? - The best approach is to know what you are looking for! Go through your closet. Do you need a new pair of jeans or want to update your fall jackets? Or maybe you are looking for new gym gear. Whatever, it may be, make a list before the sale and know what you want to buy. This blog post will show you many of the things that I think are worth purchasing this time around, but it is by no means an exhaustive list and many of the things that will be on sale, aren’t available to preview yet! So, especially if you are shopping the public sale, keep tabs during the week before of what is still in stock and what isn’t. Also, buy now, think later! I know it’s not typically the approach most take to shopping but with this sale and the fact Nordstrom has an amazing return policy (and free returns) buy what you think you might want and then figure out later if you REALLY want it! Chances are if you don’t, someone else will snag it!

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My Picks for the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

UPDATED at 12:25 PM EST (5 Min before Public Access)

Loving this Something Navy Hat paired with this BB Dakota Faux Leather Jacket and cami, Blank NYC Jeans and Treasure & Bond mules

I will categorize my picks for the sale depending on the types of items (shoes, coats, etc.) Be sure to check back periodically as I will continue to update this post!

SHOES

Who doesn’t love a good pair of shoes? In this sale, there are too many to count. With everything from mules to sneakers, these shoes are deeply discounted. For shoes, I have picked mostly versatile pairs that can be worn with many different outfits.

JACKETS/COATS/BLAZERS

I think the jackets and coats offered during the Anniversary Sale are hands down, my favorite items every year. Last year I bought three different ones and they became a staple in my fall and winter wardrobe. One item that was a big hit last year and is showing up again this year is the TEDDY BEAR COAT! I’ve chose some of my favorite teddy coats and other jackets from this year’s sale. And don’t forget, most of these come in other colors as well!

SWEATERS

Sweaters and especially cardigans are a big part of the sale every year. You’ll find that these items tend to go faster than many of the other pieces and there will definitely be new ones released when the sale starts. Everything from leopard print to bold colors is fair game for this fall and winter. Check out my picks below!

EVERYDAY BASICS

One thing I love to stock up on during this sale is everyday basics. These are pieces like t-shirts, thermals, camis, solids, etc. that can become part of a “capsule” wardrobe and can be worn over and over again. I’m recapping just a few but trust me, there will be a TON more available once the sale starts and like sweaters, these will go fast.

WORKWEAR

This year I wanted to feature some workwear - mostly great dresses that can be paired with a blazer or cardigan or worn on their own as a conservative but flattering look. I’ve also included a few more “fun” pieces in my picks. My workwear picks are geared toward a more conservative work environment because that is the reality of my profession and I sometimes find it’s hard to find pieces that still look feminine without feeling like they are inappropriate for the workplace.

JEANS/PANTS

This sale is a great time to stock up on your favorite jeans and pants at a fraction of the cost. You’ll find big name brands like AG, Paige, Good American, and more!

ATHLEISURE

What’s a good sale without some athleisure wear? We know we all wear it (I live in it) so why not find it for a crazy good price?

ACCESSORIES

You can’t have a great outfit without some accessories, am I right?! There’s some great hats and sunglasses in the sale this year so keep your eye out for those while shopping if you’re in the market for them!

HOME

The Anniversary Sale doesn’t just include deals on fashion, there are a TON of great deals on home items. These super soft bath towels are my absolute favorite home item in the sale, they will last you for years and your guests will think they are at luxury hotel! I’m also snagging this cute shower curtain for our latest bathroom renovation - the added tassels are so fun! And, my FAVORITE CANDLES EVER from Anthropologie are on sale too!

BEAUTY

Let’s round out this post with some awesome beauty deals! This is the best time to buy beauty sets and to try new products without committing to buying a large quantity. Or, if you LOVE something, you can snag great sets at amazing prices. My favorite YSL Lip Colors and Glosses are a steal!

Phewww, that was a lot! Also, if you are shopping the sale, please do so through my blog page or through following me on the LIKEtoKNOW.it APP (search "ahintofgoldblog” and follow me, then instantly shop my posts on the app). Your support means the world to me and the small commission I make through your shopping the sale from my page, allows me to keep this blog going and run fun things like giveaways and events!

If you have any questions at all, please feel free to leave a comment, email me, or DM me on Instagram or Facebook! Oh and make sure you are following me on my Instagram page so you don’t miss anything on the sale in the next week!

Happy Shopping!

XoXo - Jamie

Deal Days Duel - Amazon v. Target - The Best Deals and Steals!

Mid-summer is really CRAZY with all of the sales going on and to be honest, it’s kind of hard to keep up! It seems like just about every retailer is offering a mega sale, a day of deals, or something of the sort. With the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale in full swing and the public sale opening up this Friday, July 19th, it’s time to turn focus to two of the biggest retail giants - Amazon and Target!

Now we all know that both places are a source of joy to our hearts but sadness on our bank statements, because let’s be real….they have EVERYTHING! Because these retail giants are truly GIANTS, it becomes a little cumbersome to sort through all of the “deals” during Amazon Prime Days and Target Deal Days (both on July 15th and 16th). And, while Amazon does release some deals early and allows you to watch them, they do not tell you about everything and it is only open to Prime Members. Target really gave no preview at all which made preparing this post a little difficult, but their deals are open to everyone and remember you always save an extra 5% if you use your Target Card! Nevertheless, I am spending my morning wiping yogurt off my kid’s face and rounding up all of the deals I think are worthwhile from Amazon Prime Day and Target Deal Days!

As always, please feel free to leave a comment below or shoot me an email with questions! You can also reach out to me on Instagram and be sure to check there (on my stories) for more information on specific deals I am loving!

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Amazon Prime Day Deals

(If you see a deal, grab it! If the price as a prime member is not reflecting the price indicated below, the deal is likely 100% claimed)

Newest Deals! - July 16th (Newest Deals at Top)

Pajama Shorts (2 Pack) - These soft PJ shorts are perfect for lounging or sleeping and you get two with a few color options! - $16 from $26

Tribal Area Rug - Want to add a little fun and a pop of color? Check out this 8x10 tribal area rug for $155!!

NuLoom Moroccan Rug - This gorgeous gray and white 8X10 rug goes with a variety of decor and the price can’t be beat! - $169 (from $215). There is also a BEAUTIFUL and new blue color for $198.

L.O.L. Surprise Doll House - I’ve heard over and over about this doll house…pretty sure its the new Barbie Dream House and at this price, it is going to be gone! $94 (from $180)

NuLoom Natural Rug - Love the beachy vibe from this rug! Tons of sizes, get an 8X10 in white for $167!

BPA Free Air Tight Storage Containers - Perfect for your pantry and to keep open foods fresh! I used a similar option when I did my pantry reorganization post! - $23 (from $30)

Cricuit Easy Press - If you know, you know. The best DIYer gift ever. - $70 (normally $150) GOING FAST

Gaiam Yoga Blocks (Set of 2) - Take your yoga practice to the next level or help add support with these great yoga blocks. I use these at home and bring to classes with me! - $8.79 (from $10.99)

Hot Tools 24K Gold Curling Iron - Awesome curling iron available in either regular or extra long barrel and 1 in-1 1/4. - $30-$50 (from $50-$60)

Wool Dryer Balls (6 pack) - A much healthier alternative to dryer sheets, I absolutely LOVE THESE organic wool dryer balls. You can add a few drops of essential oil to them and your clothes and sheets will smell like you just walked out of a spa! - $12 (from $16).

Oversize Teddy Coat - Perfect Teddy coat for an even more perfect price. Size up for oversized fit! Comes in a ton of colors and Only $27!

Monday’s Deals - July 15th (some deals are still available)

St. Tropez Bronzing Mousse - My Favorite Self Tanner - $29 (from $42)

Softest T-Shirt Dress Ever - I have this dress in 3 colors and it is so comfortable and easy to throw on and go! Comes in 8 colors and is true to size - $10 (from $18.50)

3/4 Sleeve T-Shirt Dress - Same jersey knit dress as above but in 3/4 length sleeve which is perfect for the fall! I will be stocking up on these babies! - $14 (from $20)

Supergoop Everyday Sunscreen SPF 50 - This sunscreen is a staple for me in the summer and can be added into your daily routine! It’s lightweight and also kid friendly! - $13 (from $19)

Kindle Fire Kids Tablet (2 Pack) - Because we all need to get our kids to be quiet sometimes…this is a steal for 2 tablets! - $99 (from $200) OR if you only need it for one kid the single Kindle Fire w. kid proof case is $60

Nespresso VertuoPlus Deluxe Coffee and Espresso Maker by De'Longhi - This Nespresso Best-Seller comes with 3 packs of the best selling coffee flavors - $99 (from $196)

Nespresso VertuoPlus Bundle by Breville - This has been on my list of items to buy for a long time and I think today I’m going to commit and just do it! - $132 (from $229) - if this white model is sold out, there are other colors on sale for the same price or a few dollars more! It comes with a frother!

Suede Pocket Color Block Long Sleeve Shirt - I love this suede pocket shirt! I’m already envisioning it paired with some cute booties and a hat for the fall! - $13 (from $16) - Lightning Deal!

Boho Polka Dot Sleeveless Dress - This dress is ADORABLE with its polka dot and button detail, the perfect midi dress in 7 colors! - $19 (from $23)

My Favorite Baby/Toddler Pool Float - I am absolutely obsessed with this pool float! If you’ve seen my Instagram stories before, this is the float I put my son in and it is so great because he can lay on his stomach and kick his legs, floating around the pool pretty independently (with supervision of course). It isn’t as constraining as other floats and they are getting the real swimming feel vs. sitting up and it is suitable from ages 6-30 months! - $19 (from $26)

Newton Wovenaire Crib Mattress - Lightning Deal! This 100% Breathable and WASHABLE Crib mattress was a no brainer for us when we were designing the nursery. It has a hefty price tag but the peace of mind along is worth it and our little guy sleeps SO SO comfortably on it - once he started sleeping on his stomach, we knew we made the right decision. Designed for Infants and Toddlers. If you are in the market for a baby/toddler mattress, I highly recommend buying this for a STEAL now. $255 (from $350).

Bliss Sun Lighted Patio Umbrella - This umbrella has lights built in! How fun! It is the same one I have in my most recent Instagram Post and it is on sale for $50 (normally $65). I’ve also linked my adult backyard pool and my cheetah swimsuit top!

Target Deal Day Deals

Newest Deals! - July 16th

5% Off Target Gift Cards - Because who doesn’t like FREE MONEY?!

Pirate Outdoor Water Play Center - We just set this up for our son and he LOVED it! Perfect for the littles who can’t do much in deep water. It’s very shallow, has a fun spray feature and slide, and it was fun even without water! Comes in other styles too if the pirate life isn’t your kiddo’s thing! - $30 (from $40)

Intex Family Lounge Pool - If you saw my IG post yesterday you saw the larger version of this pool (linked here) but this smaller version will still comfortable sit two adults with their legs out and lounging! - $22 (from $30)

Family Swim - All swimwear is 30% off today which means there are deals for the whole family! Snag this cute leopard print suit (top in IG post yesterday) for a steal! - Prices Vary

The Best Drugstore Concealer - This is my favorite affordable concealer - thanks to my sister for getting me hooked on this! You won’t miss your $$$ concealer one bit! - $4-$5 (from $8-$9)

Britanna Patio Furniture Collection - This gorgeous outdoor collection is on sale and will take your backyard or patio to another level of chic! And it is a fraction of the cost of many other outdoor furniture retailers. - $70-$450

Monday’s Deals - July 15th (some deals are still available)

Ninja Blender Bundle - I have this exact model and bundle and it is awesome!

CHI Curling Iron - A solid, reliable curling iron, 1 inch, gets hot enough and works every time! - $35 (from $50)

Safavieh Rugs - These are hands down my favorite brand of rugs, there are TOO MANY to choose from so I’m just linking the rug page itself! See a few of my picks in the pictures below.

Kids Swim - Tons of kids swimming suits and rash guards are on sale! I am in love with these Lobster Print Swim Trunks only $4.99!

I will be adding more and more products throughout the day but I wanted to get you all started with these BEFORE they sell out!

XoXo - Jamie

Designer Dupe Sandals Under $50

Good morning and Happy 4th! This post is going to be short, sweet, and to the point. Steve Madden released a designer inspired sandal at a much better price point - $79 vs $600 something.

Well, I’m here to tell you I found them ON SALE for $47 in all colors and tons of sizes! Click the picture to shop these great sandals! I have the rose gold and love them so much! Check out my IG stories for more details on these great sandals.

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Fab Fit Fun Summer Box

Summer is in full swing and if you’ve been on Instagram lately, you’ve probably seen people posting about the Fab Fit Fun box. I’ve posted about Fab Fit Fun before and I’m here to do it again because it’s honestly one of my favorite things to get in the mail. I’ve been a loyal customer for at least 3 years and during that time I have really grown to love the company and the boxes. The Summer 2019 box is no exception!

LOVING MY FAB FIT FUN SUMMER 2019 BOX!

Also loving this summer dress - shop it here!

So what exactly is a Fab Fit Fun box??

The box is a box full of beauty, wellness, fashion, and fitness products valued at over $200 and always FULL SIZE (no sample minis here). Each season Fab Fit Fun comes out with a new box (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter) with products tailored to that season in some way, shape, or form.

Which subscription is right for me?

Fab Fit Fun offers a few subscription options. In my opinion, the ANNUAL subscription offers the best bang for your buck!

1. Seasonal Subscription - The seasonal subscription means you’ll pay $49.99 each season (4 times per year) and will ship according to the seasonal schedule. This option is great if you aren’t sure you want to continue with the boxes or want to try them out for a few seasons.

2. Annual Subscription - The annual subscription is what I have opted to have and it’s totally worth it. You will still receive a box every season but you'll pay a one time yearly fee of $179.99 (that gives you a little extra savings and also A LOT of perks). If you are an annual subscriber, you will also become a “Select Member” which means your box usually ships out earlier and you get to customize the items you want in your box - a feature that sold me on annual vs. seasonal! If you have the seasonal, you can always upgrade to the annual subscription if you change your mind!

This summer’s box is filled with so many great products. My personal favorite is the COOLA Setting Spray that is SPF 30 and great to throw in your bag for the pool or the beach!

How do I sign up?

If you want to try a Fab Fit Fun box, you can sign up HERE and RECEIVE $10 OFF YOUR FIRST BOX

Depending on when you sign up, you will receive either the seasonal box (right now it would be summer) or an Editor’s Box (if seasonal is sold out). Either box is filled with the $200 worth of products! I actually started off with an Editor’s Box because I signed up in between seasons.

If you have any questions about the Fab Fit Fun box or my experience with it, please feel free to comment below or DM me on Instagram!

Happy Summer!

XoXo - Jamie

Vineyard Vines Summer Sale!

Did you see that VINEYARD VINES is having an AWESOME SUMMER SALE?!

Sale styles are an extra 30% off with code JULY19 - be sure to enter it at check out!

AND free shipping over $125!

Here are my picks from the sale, but there are so many other great choices for women, men, and kids!

Click the pictures to easily shop the products!

*I receive a small commission from the products you shop through my page but this is at no extra cost to you!

If you have any questions or issues with the links please feel free to comment below!

Did you know you can also shop all of these pics and my daily looks through the LIKEtoKNOW.it app? Click on my instagram posts for more details!

XOXO - Jamie