Alright here is my write up on what I've ordered & my preliminary reviews. Hope something here is helpful to someone. Happy to answer any questions!
Club Monaco Maite Trench Coat: When I first took this out of the box, I feared it would be a return. While the pics online show it as more of a camel color, it is a true khaki--meaning there is def a hint of green to it. I feared this would be harder to pair with other items. And then I tried it on...and it just fits me so well! Agree w/ reviews that it is cut narrow in the shoulders--but so am I, so this coat works nicely. I am a size 6-8 and ordered a medium. Fit is otherwise TTS.
Club Monaco Kaytee Sleeveless Sweater Dress: There are a LOT of sweater dresses included in this year's sale, and I had to constantly remind myself how frumpy and dumpy my Corgi body type looks in these. But I was curious about this one and took a chance. It is absolutely beautiful and the quality is excellent. The knit is substantial but not bulky. I also ordered a medium in this and found it TTS. Will look so lovely paired with a navy blazer.
Rails Hunter Button-Up Shirt: I typically wear a medium in Rails shirts, and this one was no exception. I ordered in the (now sold out) Ivory Check, and it is so subtle and effortlessly pretty. Feel really grateful to have snagged this in the colorway I wanted.
Caslon Cotton Blend Sweater Joggers: If you're looking for elevated loungewear, this set fits the bill. I ordered in the Tan Camel Dark Heather color, which is really rich and beautiful. I ordered a medium, and would say they fit TTS leaning large, but that is what I wanted and expected of casual joggers.
Adidas UltraBoost DNA Running Shoe: My second pair of UltraBoosts, which I love only *slightly* less than my Yeezys. This was one of the items I wanted most this
NAS. Very lucky to have received them. While I typically wear a 7.5, I size down for UltraBoosts, which tend to run a bit long & wide in the heel, IMO. I ordered these in a 7 and they fit perfectly. Quality is superb.
Nordstrom Bliss Oversize Throw Blanket: Desperately needed this in a larger size for my sofa because I have to share it with my cat. Ordered in the Vanilla color.
Nordstrom Bliss Plush Throw Blanket: It seems I can never have too many of these! They just wash and dry so nicely. Very pet-friendly blankets, and so well-priced! I got this one in the Green Mercury color, which is absolutely gorgeous.
Pendleton Ganado Stripe 6-Piece Towel Set: This is the item from
NAS that I wanted the very most. Kind of random, but I have the Ganado bedding in my guest bedroom, and was so excited to see these towels available! I ordered the Antique White colorway and they perfectly complement the bedding. Will see how they wash, but initial impression is that quality is good. I think this is a really great deal for 2 towels, 2 hand towels, and 2 washcloths.
These are not part of NAS but are on sale, and I'd been eyeing them for a while so I ordered them on my double points day:
Cole Haan Grand Ambition Huntington Over the Knee Boot: I cannot recommend these enough. They are so, so chic and flattering on my stubby little legs. The leather is beautiful. They are structured without being slouchy or too stiff. I think they will maintain their shape nicely due to the flexible fabric panel. Easy on and off for so tall a boot. I ordered these in an 8 as I like the option of wearing thicker socks with my boots. They fit TTS. You need these. Trust.
So that's what I've received so far. Very pleased, and no returns yet!
What I'm still waiting on:
Zella Sheer Luck Long Sleeve Mesh T-Shirt: This has shipped, and should be arriving this week. Kind of a wildcard purchase for me. My thought is that this might be fun to layer under a leather moto jacket, with either a camisole or bralette underneath. Ordered in black, size medium. Will keep you posted.
Things stuck in "Getting Ready" purgatory:
Caslon Sweater Hoodie: Have had this cancelled twice already, so here's hoping 3rd time's the charm! Ordered in the Tan Camel Dark Heather, size medium, to go with the joggers which I've received & love. Will be really bummed if I can't manage to snag the matching hoodie.
Caslon Cozy Pullover Hoodie: This is my 2nd attempt ordering this, and given how bleak the reviews are, I'm not sure why I keep trying! I guess I just really like that Rust Spice color. Ordered this in a medium, which I'm a little uncertain about given the frequent mentions of "cropped" in the reviews.
Treasure & Bond Off the Shoulder Thermal Knit Crop Sweater: Again, I think the Rust Marsala color is what got me here. Ordered in a medium.
Pendleton Rio Canyon Fringe Throw Blanket: For the guest bedroom--hopefully this will go well with the Ganado bedding. Ordered in the Almond Bluff color. 2nd attempt at ordering this--first one was cancelled, despite item never going out of stock.
Longchamp Le Pliage Neo 18-Inch Nylon Travel Bag: Also a reorder after my first order was cancelled. Ordered in the Taupe color, which could go either way in person. Really want this one, so hoping it ships!
Cancellations that I've decided not to pursue:
Free People Intimately FP The Essential Triangle Bra: Ordered this in black, size medium, to pair with the Zella mesh t-shirt. Reading the review about how thin it is, I think I can do better.
Adidas Swift Run X Sneaker: I ordered these in the Halo Ivory/White leopard in my usual size 7.5. Admittedly, these were my second choice after the UltraBoost (which were unavailable when I placed my initial order). These were ultimately cancelled & the UltraBoost popped up in my size, so all's well that ends well!
. I decided to go up a size from my normal size due to covid weight gain, then after reading reviews went up another size. I should have just gone up one size. The coat itself is really nice and is good quality. The color seems to be a bit darker in person. If a small magically becomes available I will order it, but I don't it will. So sad!
