Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Home + 48 Hours in Raleigh

I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend!  I took a last minute trip to our state's capital to visit some friends.  My gal pal Mary Beth showed us all a good time with stops at some of Raleigh's hippest eats.  Friday night we sat at the bar for a light dinner at Crawford and Son then hit up Person Street Bar for after dinner drinks and a round of pool.  Late, late night looked sexy and cool at Fox Liquor Bar.  I ditched my Saturday morning 16 mile training run for three days of food and beverage gorging and of course no trip to see Mary Beth would be complete without a minimum of three hours playing dress up in fabulous vintage and drooling over chic vintage finds for the home.  Catch a taste below and see House of Landor Instagram + Finds, or call House of Landor if you see something here you might like for yourself!

Followed by another walk down memory lane at my Alma Mater, Saint Mary's, the most delicious house made Bloody Mary and veggie hot dog at The Cardinal helped soak up everything from the night before. Saturday night started out with drinks atop the iconic Holiday Inn downtown. The last time I was there I was 19 years old in my enormous white Deb dress sitting in the hallway an underage drunken mess crying my eyes out to my date about who knows what.  A most ridiculous but equally fond memory that was!  But seriously, the rooftop bar boasts magnificent views of downtown. Dinner Saturday night was delicious Italian at Gravy. Last but certainly not least, we hit up and Standard Foods for Sunday Brunch.  

We now return to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale with some great finds for the home!  Can't see the below images?  Click HERE. 

This Moroccan rug is a great neutral rug that will look great in every room and literally goes with everything.  

The perfect drink holder for the dog days of summer spent splashing in the pool!

The banana leaf print has continued to be a huge hit in design.  Add a playful touch to your bedroom with this duvet or pillow.  And who doesn't need a pink flamingo shower curtain?

If I were back in my college apartment, this might be the modern day tapestry hanging above the couch!

Every home needs a shot of shine gold starburst mirror!  The price on this one is hard to beat.

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 Half Yearly Sale: Now Is The Time

Hello Friends!  It's a great day for sale shopping.  In fact, it's going to continue to be great for the next two weeks because Nordstrom started their Half-Yearly Sale today, which will run through June 4th!  During the sale, you can take up to 40% off on purchases across all categories. 

Here are a few dresses and jumpers I'm liking for work or play.  Click HERE if you are not able to see the below images.

In particular, I am loving everything DVF.  Last year Diane von Furstenberg hired a new creative director.  It's the first time in the history of her iconic brand that she's hired someone other than herself to be in charge across the board.  I could see the change in the designs while at the same time feeling these clothes are SOOOO good.  I'm always drawn to some fab pattern mixing, as witnessed in this outfit from one of my earlier days of fashion blogging.  I think I need to get back on it!

This short dress is, what do they say?  On fleek?

This long maxi is crying out for a garden party or backyard wedding. 

And finally, here's the fun design in a top.