Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2021

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#766
I went to the store in the early evening to pick up my items that had that option available when I ordered last night. Still need to try everything on, but I’ll post if there’s any absolute favorites.

I didn’t have much time to browse (wished I had taken a quick peek at shoes), but there were some BLANKNYC jackets that I was curious about. These are definitely more on the trendy side, but I was liking the look so they came home with me. Granted, I didn’t spend too much time in them since I was sweating from packing and moving today. I’m a size 6 and went with a small in the bomber jacket and XS in the denim one (it ran on the larger side).

BLANKNYC Faux Shearling with Faux Leather Trim Bomber Jacket
BLANKNYC Faux Shearling & Denim Trucker Jacket

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Gatsby said:
The debate about skinny jeans is a little worrying honestly. I am short and wide legged pants look terrible (think circus clown) while skinny jeans are flattering. I get it, fashion evolves, but there were a lot of things at the sale today that I had to shake my head at. Wide leg jeans, big plaid overshirts, big...everything. I bought plenty for other family members but for myself, while I don't really need anything, it did make me wonder what fall and winter fashion is going to look like.
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I really don't think you have to worry about skinny jeans. I've been reading for almost two years that skinnies are on the way "out" but literally everywhere I go, people are still wearing skinny jeans more than anything else. Even teenagers. Just because one type of jean is becoming popular, doesn't mean another style has to be out. I think, like someone else mentioned, it's just the fashion industry trying to sell product. I have flares, slim-straights, and skinnies, and I wear them all because I like them, not because someone said they are in or out.
 
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coffeecup1828 said:
Thought I’d post photos of the few things I was able to get in person today. The Blondo sneakers I would size up 1/2 size, the fuz makes them snug if you’ve got a wide foot or high instep.

Jenni Kayne mules were a surprise hit...they stay on so well and the construction is great. True chocolate in person.

MV necklace I love. Good presence for the money, but I’ve never bought any MV so idk how it’ll hold up.
The rest is Rails and the Madewell sweater. Btw anyone on the fence about the roll neck (vertical ribbed, not this one pictured) Madewell sweater...I tried it on today. I’m fairly sensitive to itch, and it wasn’t super soft but I had no trouble wearing it. I ordered it in the Snow color.

BLONDO Suri Waterproof Slip-On Sneaker
JENNI KAYNE Mule
MONICA VINADER Naida Pavé Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace
RAILS Theo Dip Dye Sweatshirt
MADEWELL Pickford Pullover Sweater

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I like that Rails tee with the tiny hearts...how does that fit? I have one Rails plaid shirt and I had to size up from small to medium; just wondering if this is the same with this tee. I'd love to try it on, but the nearest Nordstrom is over 60 miles away (as the one that was 35 miles away closed over a year ago). Also, the site says it's linen-rayon blend (in the details) but calls it a cotton blend tee in the title. What does the tag say? Thank you for any information!!!
 
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DreamingBeauty said:
I just thought this was funny :biggrin: I'm in my mid 30's and will still wear Steve Madden, but I remember it as a teenager too (so 20+ years ago) and back then it seemed perceived as a cheaper brand, now it seems much more expensive and bloggers show "Steve Madden dupes." Like why does anyone need a dupe for a Steve Madden shoe when it's already a dupe for a designer brand usually? I will get them only on a really good sale, but there are some cute and comfortable styles.
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I’m pretty sure this was back in 2010, when I was in college; my sister and I had gone to a Drake concert and we were selected to do a meet and greet with him. When we were in line to get our pictures the girls in front of us asked me where I got my shoes from and I told them they were Steve Madden, one girl looked at me and was like that’s way too much to spend on a pair of shoes and that she could never spend more than $40 on a pair. Keep in mind that this was probably the cheapest pair of shoes I owned at the time.
 
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SoCalGal2016 said:
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-saint-laurent-full-size-volume-effet-faux-cils-mascara-set-70-value/5918991?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home/Anniversary 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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Thanks for all the detail. I had the BlankNYC jacket on my list but I may pass now, based on your comments and the pictures online I don't think that it will look flattering.
 
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tripamy said:
I'm Ambassador, but got a golden ticket to shop today, I wasn't going to, but I happened to be free...I went to the South Shore Plaza (Boston), and was sorely disappointed in that NOT ONE clothing item or shoe I wanted (out of @20) was on the floor! I couldn't believe how sparse it was. I was also the only one shopping for much of the time. Jewelry was also sparse, but handbags looked ok...I didn't want anything there so didn't really look there. The Athleisure looked to be better stocked, and they had 2/3 of the beauty stuff I wanted.

Based on what I saw, there will be a ton of popbacks/returns, because everyone will have to order online vs. try on in store.
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Exact same experience! That's my store as well and I popped in yesterday morning before work. I didn't think I would have much time to browse since I only had about an hour to look around. Well, that was plenty of time because there was absolutely nothing there that I wanted to see in person. They didn't even have much denim in stock. I didn't buy a single clothing item other than some Spanx! In handbags, they didn't have the plum Longchamp I wanted and in Jewelry they didn't have much of anything...just one sad little table. It felt like a ghost town in there didn't it? Not only few customers but very few SAs as well. There was only one poor girl working shoes and a very bored looking Gen Z girl on her phone behind the desk in BP. I felt like the only department that was stocked with merchandise (and employees) was beauty so I picked up a few things there.
Oh, and the early pass didn't matter because they only asked me if I was a cardholder. I guess I could have been any level and shopped yesterday.
Based on this experience I'm nervous that they might close this store in the future! They already closed the Providence one so the next closest would be Natick I guess but that would be quite a hike for me. Ugh.
 
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Westie lover said:
Thank you for your words of wisdom and you are 100% correct! We are still short staffed and I am working 72 hours/week so that’s kind of is my obsession. I am a senior so time is precious. I think that was a huge lesson from the past 17 months. I was hoping for some retail therapy to try and feel normal again. Getting my footing back has been difficult. I was hoping for something as simple as this to try and remind me what life used to be. Along with my coworkers we are truly burned out and frankly a bit traumatized. It really is only stuff. Thank you for putting it back into prospective!
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I can relate as I am in healthcare too (pharmacist). Inadequate staffing is just our new normal as corporate has refused to budge on hours and even cut our hours during the pandemic (although our workload was more than ever)! They haven't allowed raises in two years and took away our 401k match. Since I'm in long term care, it was a really rough year and a half seeing so many of our seniors pass away and it has affected my mental health as well. It's honestly made me question whether I even want to stay in healthcare at all. I fantasize about quitting, selling my house, and just traveling the country in a RV! I was looking forward to the sale as well for a sense of normalcy. Thank you for the work you do and the difference you have made. You are not alone and you are very much appreciated now more than ever. Stay safe and healthy!
 
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PiecesOfFlair said:
Exact same experience! That's my store as well and I popped in yesterday morning before work. I didn't think I would have much time to browse since I only had about an hour to look around. Well, that was plenty of time because there was absolutely nothing there that I wanted to see in person. They didn't even have much denim in stock. I didn't buy a single clothing item other than some Spanx! In handbags, they didn't have the plum Longchamp I wanted and in Jewelry they didn't have much of anything...just one sad little table. It felt like a ghost town in there didn't it? Not only few customers but very few SAs as well. There was only one poor girl working shoes and a very bored looking Gen Z girl on her phone behind the desk in BP. I felt like the only department that was stocked with merchandise (and employees) was beauty so I picked up a few things there.
Oh, and the early pass didn't matter because they only asked me if I was a cardholder. I guess I could have been any level and shopped yesterday.
Based on this experience I'm nervous that they might close this store in the future! They already closed the Providence one so the next closest would be Natick I guess but that would be quite a hike for me. Ugh.
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MY SA did tell me that the issue with in store stock is shipping/transit. And that they will continue to put things on the floor as they arrived.
 
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rebk said:
I like that Rails tee with the tiny hearts...how does that fit? I have one Rails plaid shirt and I had to size up from small to medium; just wondering if this is the same with this tee. I'd love to try it on, but the nearest Nordstrom is over 60 miles away (as the one that was 35 miles away closed over a year ago). Also, the site says it's linen-rayon blend (in the details) but calls it a cotton blend tee in the title. What does the tag say? Thank you for any information!!!
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Tag says 60% cotton 40% modal.
I’m a medium in the Hunter shirts...slim arms but I’m....well endowed shall we say?
I sized down to a S in the tee. Definitely oversized, I think an M would have been sloppy. I’m 5’5”, size 6 on top and 27 on bottom, 34 F chest. HTH! It’s cute! Idk how long it will hold up but that’s the anniversary sale gamble, isn’t it?
 
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mgrant said:
I really don't think you have to worry about skinny jeans. I've been reading for almost two years that skinnies are on the way "out" but literally everywhere I go, people are still wearing skinny jeans more than anything else. Even teenagers. Just because one type of jean is becoming popular, doesn't mean another style has to be out. I think, like someone else mentioned, it's just the fashion industry trying to sell product. I have flares, slim-straights, and skinnies, and I wear them all because I like them, not because someone said they are in or out.
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Agreed, I feel like fashion has evolved over the past few years to anything goes. If you want to be trendy, be trendy. If you want to be classic, be classic. The "out" revolution seems like something from the 90's, who honestly judges people like that anymore. I mean I'd admire a nice outfit but I'm not going to scoff at someone wearing something I wouldn't. I just see it as what makes them comfortable and expresses their personality.
 
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