My Top Six Picks in Every Category
In my last post, I covered my Anniversary Sale Picks in Clothing. In this post, I will cover my top six picks in all the other categories: accessories, active, beauty, home, purses, and shoes. Seriously I almost forgot shoes! I attribute that to a quarantine brain where I mostly wear flip flops around the house. Shoes are always my favorite!
If you are Icon status, early access shopping starts today! I have noticed some items are low quantity or already sold out. Often Nordstrom will restock for the public sale, so make sure to check back on August 19 if an item you wanted already sold out. For everyone else, see below for when to shop.
How to Shop
July 24: Preview (Digital. Replaces The Catalog. Open For All)
August 4: Nordy Club Icons Shop Early Access
August 7: Nordy Club Ambassadors Shop Early Access
August 10: Nordy Club Influencers Shop Early Access
August 13: Nordy Club Insiders Shop Early Access
August 19: Public Sale Begins
August 30: Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Ends
August 31: Prices Go Up
My Top Six Picks in Every Category
What is the same every year – I say, I don’t need much, and every year, I end up buying all the pretty things. This year I decided I would focus on my top six picks in every category. Why six? You may ask. Honestly, it just sounded good. With all the chaos of our world, a little symmetry felt calming. So six it is, except a dyslexic six for shoes.
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Pick Six Accessories
- Gorjana Crescent Necklace – Available in both silver and gold, these crescent necklaces are my most worn long necklace. Layer with your other favorite pieces. I wear with my other celestial charms.
- Kate Spade Avaline Sunglasses – Aviators are classic. Kate Spade always adds some modern, feminine detailing to hers.
- Set of 2 Cubic Zirconia Earrings – I’m super excited to see these in person. I buy the round Cubic Zirconia earrings every year. This year they are offering an “emerald” cut style, which will be fun to put in the mix.
- Argento Vivo Large Hoop – Hoop earrings are my jam. Big or small. I love them all. Argento Vivo hoops are excellent quality for the price, and I find myself reaching for them over and over.
- Lana Jewelry Choker Chain – People who know, love Lana Jewelry. The Anniversary sale is one of the few times you can pick these pieces up, on sale.
- Missoni Zigzag Scarf – Brighten up your winter with this classic Missoni print scarf. The multitude of colors makes it a perfect topper for any outfit. Available in B&W if the colors scare you. They are both so fabulous; I am not sure which one to pick up. I may need both.
Pick Six Active
- Nordstrom Live in Joggers – So joggers aren’t what I think of when I think active. They are more lounge to me, but these days joggers are essential. We all are living in them, right?
- Blanc Noir Reversible Bomber Jacket – I have a similar jacket in this same fabric. The camo is subtle, and the weight of this jacket is perfect. Size up because Blanc Noir runs small.
- Zella Live-In Leggings – Every year, I add to my legging collection. My daughter lives in these leggings, so I always stock up.
- Adidas Hoodie – Mint is a color trend for fall, and this hoodie is yummy! The cropped style works with joggers and high waist leggings.
- Zella Restore Joggers – I have these joggers and wear them all winter long. A little too warm for summer, though.
- Free People Hoodie – Free People makes great athleisure pieces. Did you know? I love the color and the faded look.
Pick Six Beauty
- Sunday Riley Good Genes – This product has a cult following including Drew Barrymore (I saw her on Tik Tok) promoting it. I hoped to try soon and plan to pick this up on sale.
- Slip Pure Silk Pillowcase – Silk pillowcases make a huge difference in preserving your hairstyle, preventing wrinkles, and they just feel luxurious.
- Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Set – Pillow Talk is a universally flattering lip color. Last year a similar set sold out in minutes.
- Laura Mercier Caviar Eye Trio – When I do put makeup on these days, I want it to be simple and easy. I use these sticks to add just a little color to my lids.
- Drybar Jumbo Size Dry Shampoo – Over quarantine, my goal was to extend the days between washes. I know, a girl has got to dream big. Dry shampoo is integral to achieving this goal.
- St. Tropez Self Tanning Mousse – I wish I knew this would be on the sale. I recently purchased it. This self-tanner gives you a beautiful vibrant color without looking orange. I am super pale, and my daughter was impressed by how well it worked. You know it is good if it impresses a teenage girl.
Pick Six Home
- Smart Garden Indoor Garden – Next to clothes, plants are my obsession. My house overflows with greenery. I find it calming to care for my plants. This indoor garden intrigues me because I have killed a Basil plant a few times. They are far too needy.
- Anthropologie Candle – These candles make great gifts, and now is a perfect time to pick them up on sale.
- Ugg Shearling Slide – I really want the hot pink slides. You won’t catch me wearing them out of the house like the teenagers, but I think they are perfect for keeping my feet warm but not hot.
- Hydro Flask 32 oz. Water Bottle – By far, the best water bottle on the market.
- Barefoot Dreams Blanket – This will be my third BD blanket. I gave myself one last year for Christmas, and my son immediately commandeered it for his room. It is the perfect weight for California’s mild climate.
- Ugg Wade Throw Blanket – My daughter requested another Ugg blanket this year. She loves the one she received last year. She is a girl after my own heart. When you love one, then you need two.
Pick Six Purses
- Madewell Leather Pouch Clutch – I’ve had my eye on the Madewell Pouches for a while. They are perfect for placing in a bigger bag or carrying alone. This one has a fabulous rainbow effect that has me ready to pull the trigger.
- All Saints Beach Tote – A girl simply cannot have enough totes. Period! This two-tone straw one is so pretty.
- Clare V. Midi Crossbody – Clare V. makes quality unique accessories. Her bags have quite a following. I was excited to see this and the tote on the sale.
- Coach Courier Bag – Coach, hit a home run with the two bags available during the sale. My favorite is this crossbody, which has a retro, yet modern vibe. Way to go Coach!
- Madewell Transport Tote Zip Bag – Of course, if you like the pouch, then you need the zip tote. Madewell leather bags are crazy good quality for the price. As a child of the 1980s, I love the rainbow throwback.
- Clare V. Simple Animal Print Tote – A great tote from Clare V. Offered in a standard animal print too, but the green is so unexpected.
Pick Six Shoes (Ok! Nine)
- Vince Cyder Flat – These are top of my list this year. I want the butter leather color. Fingers crossed they are as comfortable and soft as they look.
- Madewell Remy Mule – Available in two colors and two faux animal prints, I’m tempted to pick up every option.
- Stuart Weitzman Zuzanna OTK Boot – I wear my Lowland boots by SW all winter long. Yes, these are expensive, but they will last you forever.
- Lucky Brand Lilka Bootie – The Anni Sale is a great time to pick up your workhorse fall booties at a discount. At under $80, you can pick up more than one of the five fall colors available.
- P488 Thea Sneaker – Fashion sneakers are still super popular. Of course, because they are so comfortable. The P488 are similar to the uber-popular Golden Goose brand without the hefty price. There are several on sale, but I love the subtle animal print.
- AGL Chelsea Combat Boot – Every closet needs a quality Chelsea boot. I have several in mine. AGL is known for its comfort. These lug sole boots are trendy and sure to be comfortable. You will have these for years.
- Paul Green Dynamic Boot – Another fun bootie. Sure to sell out fast.
- Ugg Elisa Bootie – I’m hardcore crushing on these booties. They just look so comfortable and cozy. It almost makes me wish it was winter. Almost.
- Ugg Chayze Platform Sneaker – These sneakers are sure to be cushy and comfortable to walk in. Slip-on sneakers are my jam!
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