Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Clothes For Work

Today's installment of what you NEED  for fall in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is all about great pieces for work.  

I'll start with blouses.  You'll see I love that little bow around the collar, and if you reach for one, I know you will quickly agree it is a welcome sophisticated, feminine added touch to the otherwise boring or just OK blouse. I love this oxblood one and this sleeveless one. This basic black number has the perfect shape. Several of these blouses are great for work but will also play double duty for a casual weekend day or night out on the town. Click HERE if you can't see the below images.

Moving right along, I love dresses.  I think is important to have one great suit in your wardrobe, but dresses are the easiest work ticket. One way I carry my basic summer shifts into fall is by layering a thin turtleneck underneath, like this.  Not to mention, it's a great price for Alice + Olivia! Your CPW just cut in half and your wardrobe doubled in value!

And now onto blazers, jackets and coats.  Blazers, as we know, are the best way to top off any outfit for work if you want to pull it all together with polish.  Here are several great options, including layering vests.

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Sunglasses

It is hotter than Hades here in the QC, and so I thought for today's edition of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, I would share with you my favorite sunglasses that are included in the sale.  If you follow me on Instagram, you probably know I have really enjoyed my Illesteva sunglasses I found last year at Innovative Eye Care in Dilworth.  At the time I got them, I had never heard of the brand, and no one else in Charlotte carried them.  Since then, I have seen them pop up in a few stores, including Nordstrom (at least on line) and Monkee's of Charlotte.  

I won't lie, it pains me a little, but as someone said to me, "It's hard to stay ahead of the trend!"  I thought that was cute, but let's be honest, it's always better sharing your joy with others, even if it's in a pair of sunglasses.  And with that, there just happens to be a groovy pair of Illesteva shades included in the sale.  I LOVE the tortoise and frames with red mirrored lens and the pink frames are super chic for summer.  Shop all my top picks below and HERE.  I also dig the frames on these Tory Burch shades.  Gotta beat the heat in style, y'all, but hurry!  Prices go up August 8!

Also shop my Nordstrom Anniversary Boots, Booties and Fall Stacked Heels HERE

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Boots and Booties

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Early Access is happening now. Nordstrom cardholders can shop new fall arrivals at 30 to 50% off before the sale opens to the public on July 22.  If you are not a card holder, you can read in my first post how to obtain early access.

My second edit for this year's Nordstrom Anniversary NSale showcases all the best boots, booties and fall appropriate stacked heels you can imagine.  If you read my last post, you know I was stopped in my tracks when I saw these gold disco booties reminiscent of Ziggy Stardust. Oh to have danced at the disco during the days of Studio 54!  If you need to tone it down a notch, and I don't blame you, take a gander at my short list of fantastic footwear for Fall!  And at the prices they are, you might just feel good picking up a black pair and a pair of brown or grey.  

That's really all you need in terms of the basics.  Can't see the below images? Click HERE to shop all of my top picks of boots, booties and stacked heels for fall. 

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Shop The Fall Trends

It is TIME to shop the biggest sale of the year friends, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! Running July 22 through August 7th, Early Access for Nordstrom cardholders starts on July 14th. If you are not a cardholder and would like to become one in order to take advantage of these savings, HERE is how you can do that.

After keeping up on line with items as I scout the hottest fall trends for some upcoming magazine projects,  I hopped on into the SouthPark store today to take a look into those dramatic gauze tents.  I hopped over to the Customer Service Desk to make a return for a client, and I kid you not there was a WALL of shopping bags and boxes for customers... purchases made on line, and their items would be ready for them when they arrived.  I LOVE great customer service, efficiency and convenience!  But what do I love most? These that I ordered!!  Not sure I can say I loved the 80's fashion (no way no how never), but I DO love me some metallic bling, like this Topshop foil brushed sweatshirt. 

If you decide to go into the store, I highly recommend that you go early, because it is going to be a madhouse over the weekend. If you are an online shopper, I recommend you move quickly in purchasing your favorites.  They are going to go fast, and sizes are limited in stores and selections.  I love this Veronica Beard hooded jacket (a biggie trend for fall), but it is already not available in the exact color I was seeking.  Not to worry, there are still some other great colors!

For this post I have included some of the big trends you can expect for Fall.... Ruffles, all over prints, bohemian style dresses, metallic, puffer style coats and more!  Follow me on Instagram, as I will be posting my top picks here as well.  Can't see the below clothing images?  Click HERE.

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Work Dresses

I am so excited about my upcoming collaboration with The Charlotte Observer where I'll be presenting at this year's Southern Women's Show some of my personal styling tips for teachers.  I'll be focusing closely on how to dress professionally without breaking the bank.  I know it's not just teachers, we are ALL on the hunt for great value in our clothes, so I thought what better time than the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale to share some great options for great work dresses at the most affordable prices of the season.  Shop 'til you drop! (If you are unable to see the below images, please click on the blog post title to see the entire post).