It’s been a few days since the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale launched for cardholders, and surprisingly, there are still some great pieces in stock to snag. Last week I rounded up some of my favorite first picks from the sale, and today I’m sharing some of the pieces I tried, bought, and am currently loving.
In particular, these jeans are so GOOD – the perfect high rise, a fit that hugs curves, an easy everyday wash, and super comfortable denim. They’re true to size – I snagged a 4 for reference. I’m also super jazzed about this cozy cardigan and this super soft loungewear set for an upcoming trip that will include chilly evenings.
I’ve also ordered these Tory Burch slides which have since sold out (hopefully those get a restock before the sale is open to everyone) and am constantly checking for my size to be restocked in these Ugg slippers. (Since a certain rambunctious puppy ate my last pair of slippers…) Overall I didn’t buy too many things from the sale, but I am pretty pleased with the cozy things I did get. Have you guys shopped the sale?
Happy Friday, friends! If you haven’t heard from the 17,486,900 other bloggers out on the interwebs, the Nordstrom Anniversary sale hits this week. Big card holders have been shopping for a couple of days, but today at 9:30 PST the sale hits for all card holders. (Including me – and side note, I don’t have a Nordstrom credit card, I have the Nordstrom debit card so it’s the same as shopping with my own debit card.)
Anywho, it’s one of my favorite sales of the year because it’s brand new stuff on sale, things that are just hitting the site. Full disclosure, I feel like in previous years I’ve overdone this sale big time – BIG TIME. And this year I promise not to. But, I’ve combed and combed and found some things that I feel are totally worth shopping. I wanted to narrow it down to 25, but here we are at 50.
This year, there are a few things I’ll be zeroing in on:
Activewear – Let’s face it, I pretty much live in activewear these days, from the gym to the grocery story to the dog walk, and the Anniversary Sale always has some great finds.
A new bra from Chantelle – If you’re busty, this brand is awesome. I’ve had their bras for years, and they’re both supportive and pretty. There are a couple of good ones included in this year’s sale.
Wear right now dresses – In years past, I tried to stock up on fall finds because there are just so many great boots, sweaters, and jackets, but fall in Southern California is still pretty hot. So this year I’m focusing on things I can wear right now and not have to store away for months.
Something Barefoot Dreams – It’s always one of the most popular brands in the sale, and this year, I’m snagging something in their cozy, delicious fabric. We have a trip to Idaho coming up in the next couple of weeks, and I’m thinking this cardigan or this wrap would be perfect for the flight and chilly nights there. (Or perhaps I need both?)
So I’m headed to the store today to see what I can snag, but if online is more your jam, feel free to scroll below for the pieces that I think are totally worth it. And if you find something I’ve missed, let me know, girl! It’s like Black Friday shopping without the turkey hangover, so let’s do this, shall we?
Happy Tuesday, friends! Did anyone else completely take the day off yesterday for Presidents’ Day? I really can’t remember the last time I had a full-on lazy day lounging with the pups with zero responsibilities (slash none that couldn’t wait until today), and it was glorious. We also went to bed super early snuggled under a ton of blankets because currently in Southern California, it IS COLD. Eric left for work this morning with ice on his car, and we’ve been using our heater more in the last couple of weeks than we did all last winter.
But cold or no cold, spring fashion is on its way, and I am ready for it. A few weeks ago I got to once again attend cabi’s annual “Scoop” fashion show, and it was just as fun as ever. I’ve chatted about it here before, but cabi Scoop just epitomizes the idea of women supporting women. It’s a huge room filled with ladies who seem to genuinely love what they do and are also SERIOUSLY enthused about the next season of fashion from cabi. And when I saw the spring runway, I was pretty enthused myself. We’re talking a slew of spring blouses, three pairs of wear-everywhere shoes, a handful of adorable sweaters and cardigans, the basic knit tees that have become my go-to favorites, and so much more.
If you missed out on the Scoop it, take a look at the video below to see the a peek at cabi’s spring line, and scroll down for a few of my favorites (including this striped blouse that will be on the blog soon). Which pieces would you guys like to snag for spring?
Happy Valentine’s Day, loves! How will you guys be spending this made-up holiday? I kicked off the day by surprising Eric with donuts because an apple fritter is the way to his heart. When he ran out the door and forgot them on the counter, I obviously had no choice but to eat one. Happy Valentine’s Day to me. Self love, ya know? Now I’m working from the couch, layered up in ALL the sweats, coffee in hand, with my two furry Valentines sleeping next to me. My poor Weeze girl is on the mend from a lump removal yesterday, so her sad little stitched face will be snoozing most of the day. And Wilma? Here’s hoping she doesn’t drive us all insane during these cooped-up rainy days.
Today’s look is probably one of my favorite kinds – jeans, soft layers, and pretty much no color. I used to dress in all black all the time, and while I do throw in more color these days, neutrals are still my main jam. You guys already know my love for these jeans, and this sweater / scarf combo has also been in heavy rotation lately. The booties instantly elevate pretty much any look, and if you’re a Marc Fisher fan like me, then take advantage of code LTD924 at checkout for 20% off sitewide or code PREZ19 for an additional 25% off sale styles. No better day to treat yourself, right?
So whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day with your significant other, your girlfriends, your work friends, or not celebrating it at all, here’s hoping we all spread a little love today. Happy almost Friday, friends!
And just like that, January is almost done. And what do you guys think – did it fly by or crawl along? I’m pretty torn on that one to be honest, and as I type this, it feels like New Year’s Eve was 100 years ago. As I’m sure lots of you did, I made a few health goals wayyyy back here at the beginning of the month, and how are those working out, you ask?
Well the “drink enough water” thing is still a work in progress (go figure), but in the exercise department, I’m happy to say that I’ve been moving this month. I’ve been a fan of pilates for years (check out my favorite local studio here), so I took a few classes at the beginning of January. But when my package ran out and I went to purchase more, I started to think about ways to get in a quick workout at home before taking Weeze on our daily 3-mile walks.
A quick scroll around Amazon and I had these weighted medicine balls and this exercise ball delivered to my door in two days. Of all the millions and squillions of things I’ve purchased on Amazon recently, these have by far been my favorite. It’s something easy I can do while the dogs run wild, with the tv or music on in the background for distraction, without ever leaving home. I’ve loved the weighted balls for both arm and core workouts, and they’ve been so key on the (usually rare) rainy days we’ve had around here lately – with four more coming at us this week.
I’ve found different exercises to do online but also just kind of mimic things that we do with weights in pilates classes. And so far, so good. Will I be going back to pilates or Orangetheory classes? Definitely. But now I can buy a few less classes and get in a quick workout whenever I can at home. I’d say that’s a definite Amazon win for the month. Hope everyone has a great rest of the week!
Remember way back in this post I mentioned I had done a little traveling during the holiday months? Well today I’m finally sharing one last trip from 2018, and it was a good one for sure. Immediately after this trip to Jackson Hole (about 12 hours after, to be exact), I hopped on a plane to tag along with Kat at the St. Regis World Snow Polo Championships in Aspen, Colorado.
It was my first time in Aspen and hopefully won’t be my last. The town is beautiful and (to my surprise) pretty laidback, the people we met there could not have been nicer, and the St. Regis Aspen Resort was like a glorious holiday home away from home. Scroll down for a few of my favorite, must-see / eat / do spots in Aspen.
The St. Regis Aspen Resort – This was actually my first time staying at a St. Regis property, and oh man was this a good place to start. (And at Christmas time, no less.) The hotel itself was so beautiful with a plush lounge area for warming up by the fire, a quaint little library area, an outdoor heated pool and jacuzzi with serious views, the most delicious cocoa that I’m still dreaming about, and a beyond adorable and lovable hotel pup named Kitty.
The rooms were ultra plush with big, comfy bedding, tons of closet space, views of snowy Aspen, and a bathroom that was straight out of a design magazine. (I somehow didn’t snap photos of the room, but you can see a couple over on Kat’s recap.) The staff and service were phenomenal, and the location is ideal: ski-in / ski-out for those living their best sporty life and easily walkable to town sights, restaurants, and shops. It was also a super quick shuttle ride from the airport.
Drinks and apps at Mountain Social – After arriving to the hotel, we roamed around getting the lay of the land, snapped a couple of photos, and then settled in on a plush velvet couch at Mountain Social in the hotel lobby for some late afternoon nosh. We split a Caesar salad and the truffle fries because, you know, balance.
Dinner at 7908 Aspen – The welcome dinner on the first evening was just a couple of blocks’ walk from the hotel, and wouldn’t you know I find myself staring at a Southern-influenced menu? The chef at 7908 is whipping up New Orleans favorites like shrimp and grits, gumbo, and gulf red snapper, and everything I tried was delicious. As a table, we decided to split ALL of the vegetable sides with our meals, and I would highly recommend any of them. The carrot soufflé and crispy brussels were killer, and everyone who ordered the fried chicken raved about it.
Remède Spa at St. Regis Aspen – While others on the trip woke up and hit the slopes, Kat and I woke up and hit the spa for what was hands-down one of the best facials of my life. I’m pretty sure if I could make facials from Paige at the St. Regis a regular occurrence, I might just start Benjamin Button-ing. The spa itself is so pretty with ALL the things to accompany your treatment: sauna, steam room, plunge pool, waterfall room, and an oxygen room to help kick any fatigue from the altitude.
Lunch at White House Tavern – I believe someone recommended this place to Kat, and as soon as we walked in I was like, yep – this is the spot. It’s tiny but cozy, and while the salad we shared was meh, the fried chicken sandwich (which is served like sliders) was maybe the best I’ve ever had. So crispy and delicious, and that bread! I’m pretty sure I was telling random strangers that they should hit up White House Tavern after this lunch.
Shopping in Downtown Aspen – After a “light lunch” of fried chicken and a beer (oops), we decided to walk it off and pop into a few shops. The downtown area of Aspen is pretty small, but though she be but little, she is fierce in the shopping department. High end brands like Prada, Gucci, and Ralph Lauren mingle perfectly with smaller favorites like The Little Bird (packed with killer consignments), Forty Five Ten, and Olive LA.
St. Regis Midnight Supper – The Midnight Supper is an exclusive St. Regis dinner ritual that’s been around since the start of the hotel, and I’m so lucky that I got to experience one firsthand. It’s a super swank affair with several courses, wine pairings, beautiful decor, and (in my case) dinner convo with some new friends. Besides my girl Kathleen, I spent the evening chatting with Hallie (check out her blog Hallie Daily) and the fun team from Blade and Bow Whiskey.
Breakfast at The Velvet Buck – This cute little spot is also located inside the St. Regis, and after having their breakfast on our last morning, I was wishing we could’ve stuck around for a few more meals. The Breakfast BLT is seriously where it’s at, and the fresh squeezed Detoxify juice was just what we needed after Midnight Supper-ing and experiencing a bit of Aspen nightlife.
St. Regis World Snow Polo Championship – And now for the main event. The World Snow Polo Championship hosted by the St. Regis was the whole reason for the trip. I’ll be honest. I wasn’t familiar with snow polo before this trip, but now that I know, I’m thinking I’ve been missing out on my new favorite sport for all these years. The match itself is exciting, and watching it from a fully catered, heated tent with the bellowing voice of a polo announcer who’s just as enthused as one would think? It’s the blissfully bougie (and surprisingly un-uptight) event to see…and be seen.
Yurt Village / EMP Winter House – The St. Regis currently has a pop-up yurt village right outside that features the most beautifully decorated (and heated) yurts. It’s exclusive to AmEx card holders and currently taking reservations for dinners. On our last night, Kat and I joined the Blade and Bow Whiskey team (you can find it here) for Blade and Bow hot ciders, pastas, apps, and the MOST amazing Alpine Fondue that I’ll likely never forget. We’re talking the cold weather, cheese-lover’s dream served up in a yurt…with Baked Alaska for desert.
Ahh, the first Monday of the new year, and I figured the only way to kick it off was with stretch pants, coffee, a cute pup, and one giant sale. The Lilly Pulitzer After Party Sale is once again kicking off, and it’s the best time to grab a couple of new favorites for spring. Got a warm weather vacation on the horizon? I don’t, but I’m thinking I need to grab this coverup and these sandals and plan one STAT.
Looking for something super versatile that you’ll wear a ton? This linen button-down is seriously so good. I’ve worn the white version so many times (see here, here and here), and right now you can grab it in four different colors for under $40. I’m rounding up a few more favorites below – snag your picks before they’re gone!
Hope everyone has a great first full week of the year!
Ever looked into your closet and thought, you know, I could really use a little more leopard in here? Well maybe not, but apparently that’s what I subconsciously told myself recently because today when I walked into my non-clean closet office, I tripped over not one but two pairs of leopard shoes. (Jokingly, Weeze must have moved them in my way.) You can check out the casual pair here, and the even more casual pair here – those are pretty much my two speeds lately.
Then I looked over at my clothing rack and saw this cozy, fuzzy, softer than anything leopard cardigan. I’ve been holding off on sharing the look above because this leopard cardi is unfortunately sold out once again. Seriously, it gets restocked and then disappears quickly – too many influencers showing it love, but it’s for good reason. I’ll be keeping an eye on when this one gets restocked again, so make sure you’re following along on Instagram for any updates.
And in the meantime, I thought I’d share a few more of my favorite leopard finds for fall. Scroll along below to find your new favorite animal prints for fall. There are dresses, pretty tops, the cutest scarf, and the booties that are next on my list – and lots of ’em are less than $100. Here’s hoping you gals find something you love to spice up your fall wardrobe,
You guys know I’m a sucker for a good sale, and today, one of my favorite sales of the season kicks off. It only happens twice a year, but the Lilly Pulitzer Afterparty sale is happening today, friends. I’ve worn a ton of Lilly over the years, and the pieces I have are serious closet favorites. In general, I keep things pretty neutral, but when I want to add a little color, Lilly Pulitzer is the go-to.
The sale has a ton of styles, all for a huge discount, and when it comes to the #AfterpartySale, the early bird definitely gets the worm. Head over to the site, get in line, and get ready to shop. (Full disclosure, the wait times can seem a little long, but just leave a browser open while you’re waiting and check back occasionally.)
Here’s wishing everyone a great week ahead! Happy Monday, friends.
Happy Friday, friends! Good news for the gals that don’t have a Nordstrom card – the Anniversary Sale officially kicks off today for any and everybody. While some favorites haven’t been restocked, there are still a ton of sale goodies worth grabbing. (You can check out a bunch of my fave finds here. You guys, you will not regret any of these dresses!)
And today I’m sharing a couple more pieces from the sale because, well, I admittedly went for shopping day round 2. #NoRegrets This Rolling Stones tee is not part of the sale, but it’s still under $40 and I just couldn’t pass it up. Paired with this sale skirt / sweater combo and the most comfy sock booties, it’s a summer to fall no-brainer. (Just, you know, maybe lose the sweater during our current heatwave. Just a thought.)
I promise I won’t keep bombarding you guys with sale posts, but if you want to see more looks, you can always head right over here. (Just click on any photo to instantly get the links to shop.) Hope everyone has a great weekend ahead!
Barefoot Dreams cardigan; Madewell tee; Initial necklace; sunglasses (look for less here); patio furniture
Heart print sweatshirt and shorts; Fuzzy Babba slippers; Type League Press mug; similar dog bed
Floral dress; Andre Assous wedges (c/o); Saint Laurent handbag; Quay sunglasses; beaded bracelets
Shorts and cardigan; Old Navy tee; West Elm bedding
Good American jeans; Madewell cardigan and white tee; Marc Fisher wedges; Ray-Ban sunglasses; Initial necklace
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