Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2021

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Anyone had or plan to order online for pickup at the Nordstrom store the next day (unsure if next day is available)? Unsure if that is an option, but I figure that is a quick way for me to get my items and try it out in-store to see which size fits (ordering various sizes as I am in between sizes) and return those that don't work.
 
I had 11 items on my Wish List and only one remains. I’m not eligible to shop until the 16th since work(physician)was a higher priority than shopping during the events of the past year so I didn’t spend enough to qualify for a top tier access. I’m wondering if I just give it up. My SA left during the pandemic and I’m not sure I have the desire to obsessively stalk items for returns. Most of you have much more experience with these sales. Any thoughts on if I’m spinning my wheels even attempting to try and find them.
 
I went in today and from my wish list, this is how it worked out:

Kept:
Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 38 in white (Very comfy for running - its the updated version of the Pegasus 37) https://www.nordstrom.com/s/nike-air-zoom-pegasus-38-running-shoe-women/5753022?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home/Anniversary Sale/Women/Shoes/Sneakers & Athletic&color=100
All Saints Canvas Tote in Black (it has more structure and I like that it sits upright & has a detachable matching pouch vs the Longchamps expandable tote) https://www.nordstrom.com/s/allsaints-celeste-carendon-canvas-tote/5928823?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home/Anniversary Sale/Women/Handbags & Accessories&color=001
Northface Pardee Insulated Jacket in black (True to size, Very lightweight jacket & has room for layering sweaters underneath) https://www.nordstrom.com/s/the-north-face-pardee-water-repellent-heatseeker-insulated-jacket/5500921?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home/All Results&color=001
Vince crewneck wool & cashmere and wool (this was an impulse buy because the shell pink is beautiful and its surprisingly soft and non-itchy for a wool blend sweater) https://www.nordstrom.com/s/vince-easy-fit-crewneck-wool-cashmere-sweater/5914158?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home/Anniversary Sale/Women/Clothing&color=690
Tommy John second skin Lounge pants in grey and in black (Lightweight lounge pants with side pockets. I bought the lounge shorts last year & love them) https://www.nordstrom.com/s/tommy-john-second-skin-lounge-pants/5844227?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home/Anniversary Sale/Women/Clothing&color=061 https://www.nordstrom.com/s/tommy-john-second-skin-lounge-pants/5233441?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home/Anniversary Sale/Women/Clothing&color=001
Natori Bliss Perfection Bra (Very comfortable underwire -the colors are a little strange raffia and antique - neither are a true nude) https://www.nordstrom.com/s/natori-bliss-perfection-underwire-contour-bra/4654017?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home/Anniversary Sale/Women/Clothing&color=251
YSL Full Size Volume Mascara (Have not tried YSL mascara yet but I love the makeup bag it comes with) https://www.nordstrom.com/s/yves-sa...ersary Sale/Women/Beauty Exclusives&color=000

Did Not Like:
Steve Madden Finn Chain Pointed Mule (my true size 7.5 was too short and the 8 was too wide) https://www.nordstrom.com/s/steve-madden-finn-chain-pointed-toe-mule-women/5916851?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home/Anniversary Sale/Women/Shoes&color=463
Vionic wilma waterproof boot (the top part of the boot is wide and had a two inch gap around my ankle, defeats the purpose of the boot being waterproof) https://www.nordstrom.com/s/vionic-wilma-waterproof-bootie-women/5903728?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home/Anniversary Sale/Women/Shoes/Booties&color=001
Allsaints Lou Striped V neck sweater (Massively oversized and not flattering) https://www.nordstrom.com/s/allsaints-lou-stripe-v-neck-sweater/5721672?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home/Anniversary Sale/Women/Clothing&color=300
BlanK NYC Faux leather bomber jacket with removable hood (this replaced the Caslon jacket with removable hood from last year. https://www.nordstrom.com/s/caslon-...n&sp_campaign=T960FLSReceipt_080420_prodname3
I'm not a fan of the wider sleeves & the faux leather really looks faux) https://www.nordstrom.com/s/blanknyc-faux-leather-bomber-jacket-with-removable-hood/5895288?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home/Anniversary Sale/Women/Clothing/Coats, Jackets & Blazers&color=001

Still waiting for updates on my online order. My SA said some things are marked "sold out" online but they are not. They are still waiting for inventory to arrive. Fingers crossed!
 
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I'm looking at that same Coach bag. Have you seen it IRL? What fits in that bag, it seems like it might be a challenge.
I haven’t seen it IRL. It looks to not be available in stores near me for any of the colors, so I’m getting it shipped. I’m intrigued by the shape but I’m also wondering how much it carries and whether it’ll be a hassle to reach in and out of.
 
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Wait, that might be possible? Wasn't there a viral video of a lawyer who appeared on zoom as a cat bc his secretary turned on some filter and he didnt know how to turn it off so he appeared for court on zoom as a cat. I'm laughing as I imagine us holding up bags and shoes as Elmo or smth.

Thay was my first though too. “Your honor, I am not a cat.”
 
BlanK NYC Faux leather bomber jacket with removable hood (this replaced the Caslon jacket with removable hood from last year. https://www.nordstrom.com/s/caslon-...n&sp_campaign=T960FLSReceipt_080420_prodname3

I found this Caslon leather moto jacket w/detachable hood which is similar to the one offered the past two years. I used to wear mine all the time before wfh, so I’d say it’s worth the cost:


ETA: I checked mine from 2019 and my pockets have zippers instead of welt pockets w/faux snap closures.
 
I found this Caslon leather moto jacket w/detachable hood which is similar to the one offered the past two years. I used to wear mine all the time before wfh, so I’d say it’s worth the cost:


It looks like last years Caslon's jacket but a bit more expensive ($178.90 vs. $199.90). They didn't have any Anniversary Sale Caslon or All-saints leather jackets in-store this year.
 
I had 11 items on my Wish List and only one remains. I’m not eligible to shop until the 16th since work(physician)was a higher priority than shopping during the events of the past year so I didn’t spend enough to qualify for a top tier access. I’m wondering if I just give it up. My SA left during the pandemic and I’m not sure I have the desire to obsessively stalk items for returns. Most of you have much more experience with these sales. Any thoughts on if I’m spinning my wheels even attempting to try and find them.
No need to obsess, they're just things. Make it recreational and check your list when you have time. Even better, replace a bad habit like biting your nails or smth similar with a quick look see of your list. Supposedly, you get a notification if smth comes back in stock from your wish list, but I give it a 50% success rate. Looking at your list is more reliable.
 
I’m a lurker, not much of a poster… the store near me closed and my SA moved to Miami. They courtesy shipped what they had in store overnight and he ordered the rest.

I’m most excited to try on this coat. I’m noticing they my online items are shipping in descending price order. In other words most expensive items were shipped within an hour of ordering them.

I also ordered a few of the max Mara leisure pieces. I haven’t tried that line so I’m curious! I wanted the Reiss beige coat and the blue dress but didn’t get either one. I did get the ivory one. If anyone is interested in photos, I can share as items start arriving. I can also share where I’m returning items that don’t work for me if anyone is interested.

ST. JOHN COLLECTION Herringbone Wool Blend Coat

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Ambassador with golden pass to shop Icon. None of the Encore jackets/coats were available in my store. Nothing on my size 11 shoe wishlist was available instore either. Had to console myself with picking up beauty, socks and a LC & a Tumi backpack (and ordering my shoes to ship to store) to make the trip worth it today. I will join the rest of you online tomorrow. (Funny how I used to think all the Icons snagged my bigfoot shoes....apparently the store just does not get them. No more Icon level envy for me.:smile:
 
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Went in-store to pick up my orders and also browse a bit. My store was also pretty sparse, but it was nice to see some things in person. I really don’t have much to share since several items I purchased are repeats of last year - looking at you, Zella Amazing Crewneck - or the tried-and-true beauty items like Slip silk scrunchies and Oribe that don’t need a full review.

A few r notes:

The Sorel Joan of Arctic wedge didn’t slip off my heel like in years past, and that made me excited so I bought them right then. The leather is also a little smoother it seems like However, I’m just not as over-the-moon as I thought I would be with them. Plus they left black marks on my fingers. Probably going back. I should love a pair of shoes for $130.

The Caslon Miller boots will be a great pair to have when I don’t want to necessarily wear my nicest boots - like to an apple orchard after a rainy day - but still want a sturdy leather pair with a lug sole. Super well-constructed and really nice leather.

These Kendra Scott earrings are cute and not too flashy, but they are kind of loud! If jingly earrings bother you, don’t get these lol.

The Zella Cara hoodie is super comfy, but the elbow seam is a little weird. I mean I’m gonna keep it for $30, the sizing is great and I like everything else, but WHY the random elbow seam?

On Cloudflow rock/rose is as pretty as it looks online and was true to size. I’m an 8 in all workout shoes and these proved no exception. One thing - the laces are LONG!

Zella leggings still aren’t great. The pocket leggings have the WEIRDEST tiny pocket placement, and the live-ins are just so, so see-through. I was shopping in my old live-ins and compared the two…night and day thickness-wise. UGH. I keep hoping they’ll go back eventually so I try every year but this is not the year, friends.

I didn’t like any of the Sweaty Betty prints for the power pocket leggings, but these Super Sculpt ones were really nice in person! $70 for leggings is hard to swallow so they are on my “maybe later” list, but I was an unexpected fan of this style.

My sleeper hit was the Marc Fisher Nairy boot!! I saw these in person and that was IT. The leather is sooooo nice and they’re pretty lightweight. I can’t wait to wear these.

I really tried hard to see what was out there that wasn’t skinny jeans and grabbed a pair of the AG Ex-Boyfriend slim jeans to try on. I love AG, so I was thinking these would be a win. NOPE. The pockets didn’t start till halfway down my backside, making for a wholly unflattering look. Guess I’ll die in my skinny jeans :lol:

In case you haven’t made it to a store to check anything out yet, I’ll throw up a couple photos of the shoes & one of the earrings. First up is the Marc Fisher boots

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Caslon

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OnCloud

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Sorels

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Kendra Scott Liza earrings

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