What Whitley Wants: Nordstrom Anniversary Sale — Summer: Buy Now, Wear Now

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is here, and I am so excited to share with you some of my favorite items from this year’s highly anticipated sale…

I am proud to be partnering with Shop Style Collective for the most anticipated sale of the year! There are so many great items to choose from, whether it be mid-summer picks for a warm beach vacation, pre-fall faves or back-to-work selections, Nordstrom has you covered! The perfect sale for all ages and all price points, casual and designer. Shop in-store or online!

❤️‍🔥 I love Nordstrom because they are a brand that values great, top-quality items with a diverse price range. From clothing to shoes, hats, handbags and even beauty products, there are just so many things from which to choose! Shop some of my favorites from this year’s sale starting with great items for summer—buy now, wear now!

👒Sale happening now until July 31st!

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What Whitley Wants: Nordstrom Anniversary Sale — Fall Remix

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is here, and I am so excited to share with you some of my favorite items from this year’s highly anticipated sale…

I am proud to be partnering with Shop Style Collective for the most anticipated sale of the year! There are so many great items to choose from, whether it be mid-summer picks for a warm beach vacation, pre-fall faves or back-to-work selections, Nordstrom has you covered! The perfect sale for all ages and all price points, casual and designer. Shop in-store or online!

❤️‍🔥 I love Nordstrom because they are a brand that values great, top-quality items with a diverse price range. From clothing to shoes, hats, handbags and even beauty products, there are just so many things to choose from!

👒Sale happening now until July 31st!

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What Whitley Wants: Nordstrom Anniversary Sale — Return To Work

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is here, and I am so excited to share with you some of my favorite items from this year’s highly anticipated sale…

I am proud to be partnering with Shop Style Collective for the most anticipated sale of the year! There are so many great items to choose from, whether it be mid-summer picks for a warm beach vacation, pre-fall faves or back-to-work selections, Nordstrom has you covered! The perfect sale for all ages and all price points, casual and designer. Shop in-store or online!

❤️‍🔥 I love Nordstrom because they are a brand that values great, top-quality items with a diverse price range. From clothing to shoes, hats, handbags and even beauty products, there are just so many things to choose from!

👒Sale happening now until July 31st!

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Bags + Sunglasses

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale has it ALL, down to the perfect accessories to top off your look. I've included some of my favorite bags in this round up, as well as sunglasses.  We all know that every look needs to be polished off with a cool pair of shades!  Shop all my favorites below, or click HERE if you are unable to see the below images.  

This whipstitch leather hobo bag is a great size one for travel, or this slightly more classic version.

I love the cool geometric shape of these Marc Jacobs shades. 

NOW is definitely a good time to spring for those investment brands, like Burberry.  These shades are super chic. 

I've been enjoying my genuine crocodile purse from House of Landor.  This leather version is reminiscent of mine.

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I couldn't help but share one of this week's devotions from Rick Warren:  Life Is About Relationships, No Accomplishments.  

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Every Girl's Crazy 'Bout A Sharp Dressed Man

If there is one thing I love, it is a sharp dressed man.  Honestly, sadly, I think they are few and far between these days, but there are a few in Charlotte if you look hard enough. (eh hem every gentleman of TRC). I find that women put so much effort into their appearance and often times the man is perfectly fine being by her side wearing jeans and an untucked shirt.  Your appearance speaks volumes about the respect you have for others and for yourself.  I know all you women will agree.  Men, whatever your style, just be put together please!  If you are the person shopping for the man in your life, be it your spouse, father, brother, son or friend, here are a few of my favorite Menswear picks in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.  A few previously styled looks I dig.  You're welcome ladies... 

I really love this quilted shirt jacket from Billy Reid.

I do think there is a time and a place for casual, but even then, a couple of easily but smartly placed buttons can change the presentation of a t-shirt. I LOVE a henley.

Personally I'm not really into trend dressing for men, but if the demographic fits, I do think these Vans are pretty hip and will work well with jeans or casual pants.

Eton is a top pick for high quality men's dress shirts.

Chelsea boots all day long, as well as an always classic slim fit quilted jacket.

Shop more of my menswear favorites in the sale HERE if you are unable to see the images...

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Skirts + Trousers

Next up on the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale hit list: Skirts and Trousers!  More often reaching for dresses or skirts over trousers, I would describe myself as somewhat of a ladylike dresser. That said, I do love a great utility pant for casual fall days and the perfect black dress pant for a more masculine cocktail look.  With a great pair of black satin pants, silk blouse, sash and statement necklace, I had fun recreating a Gucci jumpsuit worn by Olivia Wilde several years ago.

Another thing I love for every outfit is a splash or sparkle and pizzazz.  This pleated satin midi skirt or this pleated velvet one will do just the trick.

I love the asymmetrical ruffle hem on this brown leather skirt and this pleated one.  Both are perfect for the office.

Get your growl on with these leather biker pants or this faux leather pair the ever chic Blair says are her favorite.  

Shop more of my favorite skirts and trousers below and HERE if you are unable to see the below images...

On another note, on the topic of faith, friendship and love (I am so grateful for the many friends who have been my ROCK!), I recently enjoyed this devotion on perseverance and keeping the faith from Proverbs 31 Ministry.   "While God may not always remove me from my circumstances, He is always with me."

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Jackets, Blazers + Outerwear

So far, I've shared with you my top picks for Tops and Dresses in this Fall's Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.  Have you seen anything you like?  It's really the BEST time to shop.  I'll be sharing a Home + Gifts round up too, which I use as my time to get a jump start on Christmas gifts.  Today I've got lots of great blazers, jackets and other outwear pieces to share with you. There are a couple of Veronica Beard pieces included.  Such a great line for that perfect, cool third layering piece, this would be a perfect example of GET IT NOW.  So, grab your Nordstrom Card, your glass of wine and GO!  Can't see the below images?  Click HERE. 

PS, not sure how I missed this awesome top earlier this week!

I said embroidery was going to be EVERYWHERE for fall.  It's even on a leather moto jacket!  This is such a cool statement piece. I got it for myself!

EVERY SINGLE ONE OF YOU needs this velvet tuxedo jacket.

This is my go-to Fall blazer.  For Everything. 

This plaid topper is a perfect elevated version to wear over everything from a pencil skirt for work to skinny jeans around the city.  And the price?!  Amazing!  To my sharp and classic dressing interior design client, I think you should consider this bang for the buck.

Camel (with a shearling collar!) is timeless and classic as it gets.

This twill peplum jacket in army green is the perfect lightweight topper for Fall or Spring!

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Tops

Just like hippest capital city chic, Jamie said, if you have a blog it is basically a requirement to share the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale with your readers.  But seriously.  If you are a shopper.  If you like a bargain.  If you can't help yourself.  Whatever it may be, now is the time to shop ahead of the season and SAVE.  Save BIG.  And so with that, I share with you my first of many posts to come for my top finds for this fall's Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.  We'll start with tops.  Tibi, Rebecca Taylor, J.Crew, Madewell and More.  Can't see the below images?  Click HERE. 

Get ready to see embroidery on EVERYTHING for Fall.  Love this shirt included in the sale.

Did you know J. Crew and Madewell are now sold through Nordstrom?  Pretty cool, and a great time to nab some of their great basics on sale! 

Another big trend for fall?  70's Plaid!  Not the lumberjack or grunge kind, but the bold, groovy 70's kind.  In the meantime, this plaid shirt comes in a variety of colors during the sale. 

Shop all my top picks for tops below and HERE.

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Little Girls

When it comes to shopping, I think I would be in big trouble if I was a mama to a little girl.  As it is, I am wondering WHO is going to get all my wardrobe!  As promised in a follow up to the little boys clothing post, below are all kinds of things that would be getting me into that trouble if I had a daughter.

A black leather moto jacket?  I mean SERIOUSLY?!

What I really want to know is do these jeans come in my size?  Hearts and stars, yes please. 

You KNOW I would be putting her in running shorts to match mine.

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Hurry!  Prices go up in three days!
All the other rounds ups in the Sale... 

Little Boys
Bags and the IT Veronica Beard Blazer and Coach
Home Goods
Clothing For Work
Fall Trends
Boots, Booties and Stacked Heels for Fall
Sunglasses

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Little Boys

Having two little boys means having fewer options to dress the chirrens up all matchy matchy cute.  Truth be told, as much as I loved all the sweet check print coordinating sets and smocked bubble outfits, I struggled dressing my boys in them past a certain age.  I don't think I was able to dress Wild Nugget Worth in them past one year.  Those cute southern outfits just didn't seem to go with his All Boy personality (Reference below image A).  Bring in Boden, Belk, Crewcuts and even Target! There were plenty of adorable matching more boyish options for my babies, and there are tons of cute things including in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale too!  

I love dressing my boys in these chambray shirts paired with red and white seersucker shorts. Throw on this vest over top, and they are too cool for fall.

It is never too early for little boys to be little gentleman.  Enter this navy wool suit and a great pea coat.

Shop them all below and HERE, and of course I'll be sharing outfits for the little girls in an upcoming post.

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Bags + The Veronica Beard Jacket + Coach

Check out my picks for the best bags included in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.  But you gotta hurry!  I can't believe how fast things are selling with some items only available in certain sizes, and I have already seen some items sold out!  A client message me last night to say how bummed she was to have missed the boat on the awesome new Veronica Beard jacket with detachable hoodie!  If you loved it just as much, though not included in the sale, HERE is a full run of these new jackets that are all the rage for Fall.  

This one with the detachable camo hoodie dickie is pretty clever.  

But I gotta say this black blazer on sale for $209 down from $695 makes a case to be in classic girl's wardrobe. 

This trench vest is fiercely chic.

Back to the bags now!  If you follow me on Instagram you know I am very excited about the Coach brands return to a narrower focus on perfecting their product.  With a new designer at the helm, Stuart Vevers is giving Coach a more than cool new spin.  The quality and the details are on point.  They are putting out some pretty fashion forward ready to wear pieces for women and now men, which you can check out HERE.

There is ONE Coach bag included in the Nordstrom sale.  It is small, but if small is what you need, I LOVE it. If you can't see all of the bags below, click HERE.  I also really like the All Saints Tote included in the sale.  Vanessa Hudgens is a fan too. 

I love the Ted Baker Union Jack clutch.  What a fun way to inject some color and Brit love into your wardrobe. Queen E did just turn 90 after all!

Shop all my top picks below, or click HERE if you are unable to see the images. 

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Home Goods

Today's post is all about great finds for your home during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.  You may have not even know they carry home goods since the Charlotte store is dedicated to clothes, shoes and accessories.  Well, I am here to tell you Nordy's carries awesome brands and products I love for your home as well, and the fact that they are available at prices reduced by 30-50% is truly an amazing steal!  See! 

In particular, I have always loved Dash & Albert rugs.  The attractive stripes and patterns in their rugs are an affordable way to inject pattern, color and personality into your home.  

The Votivo Red Currant scented candle has long been one of my favorites. These straw baskets are the perfect storage container for any room.. blankets for the den, rolled towel in the guest bathroom, corral the kids shoes by the door. I love the navy color wave, and the price! Shop all my picks HERE...

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Clothing For Work
Nordstrom Anniversary Fall Trends
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Boots, Booties and Stacked Heels for Fall.
Nordstrom Anniversary Sunglasses

My New Ziggy Stardust Gold Booties

My Ziggy Stardust gold booties that I ordered during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale arrived this week, and I think they are just fantastic!  #1-They are FUN.  I don't have anything in my wardrobe like them. 2-The price!  I have a pretty expansive (over saturated) wardrobe, as you can probably imagine.  I was lucky to inherit some pretty amazing pieces, and because of my work and love for one of a kind and/or vintage fashion, clients, friends and strangers often come to me with their otherwise throwaways.  Since I am constantly shopping for clients and photo shoots, I really hardly ever buy anything that isn't on clearance or on sale, like these booties.  Side note, another example... the ruffled skirt I paid $150 for, and here's a similar one at retail now for $1207.47!  That goes for the Smythe jacket, Faith Connexion ruffle skirt and Ralph Lauren tie blouse pictured.  Shop more Smythe Jackets (Ducchess Kate is a huge fan) here and here. 

At any rate, I'm psyched for my new gold booties!  I immediately tried them on, as did both of my boys.  I threw together a couple of outfits to share with you before they came in and ran off with them.  Hey, if David Bowie dug 'em!  I've included similar outfit selections below in the event you want to create one similar, starting with the booties of course!  Most of the items are a part of the Nordstrom Sale, but don't delay, because prices go up August 8!

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 Fall Trends
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Boots, Booties and Stacked Heels for Fall.
Nordstrom Anniversary Sunglasses

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

The Nordstrom Sale Is Almost Over!

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is coming to a close at the end of this weekend.  This is your last chance to shop and save big.  Below are my favorite featured designer pics from Kate Spade to Vince to Tory Burch, Free People and more!  Get your Christmas shopping done early for him, her, your littles, in-laws, neighbors and friends...

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Boho Style

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale continues, and while I was perusing to see what I should take advantage for myself, I realized everything I dog-eared had that cool, laid-back bohemian edge that always appeals to the stylist in me.  Here are a few of my favorites to share with you. This really is the smartest time of year to shop.  It's just before the beginning of the season at the best prices all year! Happy Shopping! (If you are unable to see the below images, please click on the blog post title to see the entire post).

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).

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Fall Shoe Trends

Today I'm excited to share some of the hottest shoe trends for Fall available during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! Early access (shop before everyone else) has already started for Nordstrom Rewards Members. You can get early access here (If you don't want to sign up for a Nordstrom Credit Card, you can just link your Debit Card). Quantities are limited during the pre-sale and the savings are HUGE so it’s an awesome time to shop for Fall and get must-have pieces on sale PLUS earn double points with your rewards card!  The below shoes reflect trends that promise to be hitting the pavement everywhere this Fall.  Color Contrasting Heels, Over The Knee Boots, Block Heel Booties, Lace Up, Fur and Fringe.  What's your favorite? The only shoe I wasn't able to find in the Nordstrom Sale that is probably my favorite style for fall is the Lady Like Loafer like this Tory Burch Bond Pump.  (If you don't see below images, click on blog post title).

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Second Row: 1 // 2 // 3

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Fourth Row: 1 // 2 // 3

Fifth Row: 1 // 2

Since I'm not really a trendy dresser, as you know, and I could not be front and center at the shows this year, I always want to give a BIG 'ole thanks to Bazaar, Vogue, Style.com and the likes for being such great resources at my fingertips.  

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale!

Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale starts next week, but if you are a Nordstrom cardholder, you can get shopping now.  This is the sale of the year people.  Shop some of the Fall's best trends as well as your favorite timeless classics.  Everything you need from dresses to blouses, dainties to boots, bags to hats.  It's all here at a price that can't be beat.

Shop some of my favorites below, including this grey suede fringe bag.  If you are viewing this post in your reader and can't see the images below, click on the blog post title to shop till your heart's content.