A few drops of sweat and countless outfit changes later, my official 2022 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Hits & Misses post is here! From sweaters to boots, jeans and dresses, it went from summer to fall in a HOT second in our house. No truly, it got really hot as soon as I started putting said fall items on. #worthit.
While there are literally thousands of items [I may have ordered just a few shy of this number, oops] in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, I am hoping this compilation of hits and misses will not just save you some time, but see the items on a real person and also be able to hear my honest thoughts on sizing, quality, cut and all of that good stuff!
If you have been shopping the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale already, you may have missed a thing or two, but have no fear – you have until July 31st to purchase the products at a major discount. After that, prices will go back up to normal.
ANNIVERSARY SALE SHOPPING TIPS & TRICKS
- Anything that you love and want for yourself, add to your wish list and check out once the sale is live for your card level [reminder: if you don’t have a card, the public sale starts July 15th]! If it isn’t currently available in your size and color preference, things are always coming in and out of stock, so check back often!
- Remember that Nordstrom always offers free shipping and free returns! Because of this, I would recommend ordering two sizes on things you are unsure of, to make sure that you can get it at the sale price and return the one that doesn’t work!
- Some of the items I mention may currently be out of stock, but check back often for restocks! We’ll also be notifying you of restocks over on our Facebook page and #NSALE group [highly recommend joining the group for a ton of helpful info and nightly giveaways!]
- Keep in mind that while the sale lasts until 7/31, things go quick so don’t be like N*Sync and have to say “bye, bye, bye” to everything before it’s gone – shop early!
- If there’s anything I didn’t cover and you still have questions, ask away below and I’ll answer right here so check back! For more Nordstrom Anniversary Sale posts, click here!
- BUT WAIT THERE’S MORE — to see even more #NSALE looks from the team, be sure to check out our lookbook and click on NSALE LOOKS for even more goodness!
ps. For sizing reference, I am 5’4, 140 lbs depending on the day, typically a 2/4 in tops/dresses and 27 in jeans/pants with a preferred inseam of 26-28 inches. Bra size is 36DDD [I get it from my momma]. Now, let’s get [the longest party you’ve ever attended] started…
Lyle Rib Henley Sweater • Madewell [size down if in between, wearing in XS] // Donna Fab Ab Exposed Button High Waist Frayed Ankle Skinny Jeans • KUT from the Kloth [size down if in between, wearing in 2] // Fleur Pointed Toe Mule – Steve Madden [true to size] // Agnes Western Boot • Sam Edelman [true to size]
V-Neck Sweater • Treasure & Bond [size down if in between, wearing in XS] // Ab Solution Skinny Jeans – Wit & Wisdom [size down if in between, wearing in 2] // Agnes Western Boot • Sam Edelman [true to size] // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
Off the Shoulder Pullover • Treasure & Bond [size down if in between, wearing in XS] // ‘Ab’Solution Raw Hem Slim Straight Leg Jeans • Wit & Wisdom [size down if in between, wearing in 2] // Dolce Vita Paily Sandals [true to size, wearing in cafe] // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
Outfit on left: Women’s Turtleneck Sweater • Treasure & Bond [size down if in between, wearing in XS] // Donna Fab Ab Exposed Button High Waist Frayed Ankle Skinny Jeans • KUT from the Kloth [size down if in between, wearing in 2] // Agnes Western Boot • Sam Edelman [true to size] //
Outfit on right: Women’s Turtleneck Sweater • Treasure & Bond [size down if in between, wearing in XS] // Cindy High Waist Straight Leg Jeans • Paige [size up if in between, wearing in 27 and a little snug] // Tobi Waterproof Bootie • Blondo [true to size] // Marisol Crossbody Bag • Clare Vivier // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
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Halli Belted Wool & Leather Coat • Club Monaco [true to size, wearing in small] // Reese Fab Ab High Waist Raw Step Hem Straight Leg Jeans • KUT from the Kloth [size down if in between, wearing in 2] // Tobi Waterproof Bootie • Blondo [true to size] // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
Double Breasted Coat • Halogen [size down if in between, wearing in XS] // Reese Fab Ab High Waist Raw Step Hem Straight Leg Jeans • KUT from the Kloth [size down if in between, wearing in 2] // Tobi Waterproof Bootie • Blondo [true to size] // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
Miss Metro II Hooded Water Resistant Down Parka • The North Face [true to size, wearing in small] // The Perfect Pant Back Seam Skinny Ankle Pants • Spanx [true to size, wearing in small] // Tobi Waterproof Bootie • Blondo [true to size]
Trench Revolution Knit Coat • BB DAKOTA X STEVE MADDEN [size down one, wearing in XS] // Z Supply Tank [true to size, wearing in small] // Reese Fab Ab High Waist Raw Step Hem Straight Leg Jeans • KUT from the Kloth [size down if in between, wearing in 2] // Tobi Waterproof Bootie • Blondo [true to size] // Marisol Crossbody Bag • Clare Vivier // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
Faux Leather Moto Jacket • Blank NYC [size up one, wearing in medium] // Z Supply Tank [true to size, wearing in small] // Reese Fab Ab High Waist Raw Step Hem Straight Leg Jeans • KUT from the Kloth [size down if in between, wearing in 2] // Tobi Waterproof Bootie • Blondo [true to size] // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
Double Breasted Blazer • Treasure & Bond [size down one, wearing in XS] // Z Supply Tank [true to size, wearing in small] // Reese Fab Ab High Waist Raw Step Hem Straight Leg Jeans • KUT from the Kloth [size down if in between, wearing in 2] // Tobi Waterproof Bootie • Blondo [true to size] // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
Faux Leather Blazer • Open Edit [size down one, wearing in small and it’s too big] // Z Supply Tank [true to size, wearing in small] // Presley High Waist Boyfriend Jeans • Pistola Denim [true to size, wearing in 27] // Dolce Vita Heels [true to size] // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
Why it’s a miss: It was just way too oversized for my liking, I wanted to love it but couldn’t get there!
Donna Fab Ab Exposed Button High Waist Frayed Ankle Skinny Jeans • KUT from the Kloth [size down if in between, wearing in 2] // Lyle Rib Henley Sweater • Madewell [size down if in between, wearing in XS] // Fleur Pointed Toe Mule – Steve Madden [true to size]
Note: These jeans are shown differently on Nordstrom’s website but the pair above is what I received for the link that you’ll click on!
Reese Fab Ab High Waist Raw Step Hem Straight Leg Jeans • KUT from the Kloth [size down if in between, wearing in 2] // Trench Revolution Knit Coat • BB DAKOTA X STEVE MADDEN [size down one, wearing in XS] // Z Supply Tank [true to size, wearing in small] // Tobi Waterproof Bootie • Blondo [true to size] // Marisol Crossbody Bag • Clare Vivier // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
Lennon Distressed High Waist Ankle Bootcut Jeans – Pistola [true to size, wearing in 27] // Long Sleeve Bodysuit • Open Edit [true to size, wearing in small] // Schutz Heels [true to size] // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
Dre Low Rise Slim Boyfriend Jeans • Rag & Bone [true to size, wearing in 27]// NSYNC Graphic Boyfriend Tee • Vinyl Icons [true to size, wearing in small] // Ethyl Low Top Sneaker • Sam Edelman [true to size]
Note: While I expected to not like these [low rise and I haven’t been friends in a long time], they are so soft and super comfortable! I was pleasantly surprised!
‘Ab’Solution Raw Hem Slim Straight Leg Jeans • Wit & Wisdom [size down if in between, wearing in 2] // Off the Shoulder Pullover • Treasure & Bond [size down if in between, wearing in XS] // Dolce Vita Paily Sandals [true to size, wearing in cafe] // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
Straight Leg Jeans • Paige [size up if in between, wearing in 27] // Women’s Turtleneck Sweater • Treasure & Bond [size down if in between, wearing in XS] // Tobi Waterproof Bootie • Blondo [true to size] // Marisol Crossbody Bag • Clare Vivier // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
Note: I have them as a hit but I think I might want to try a new size! They are just a little too snug for my comfort level at the moment! Maybe it was the Crumbl cookies I ate right before?
Presley High Waist Boyfriend Jeans • Pistola Denim [true to size, wearing in 27] // Anna Cotton T-Shirt • AllSaints [size up if in between, wearing in small] // Ethyl Low Top Sneaker • Sam Edelman [true to size] // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
Note: I am on the fence on these – I wouldn’t label them a miss, I think I am just slightly too short for them! I did have to cuff an extra time to wear with sneakers! They are pretty soft, I just don’t know how much I will wear them so filing them under “undecided”!
he Perfect Pant Back Seam Skinny Ankle Pants • Spanx [true to size, wearing in small] // Tie Front Lace Cotton Blend Blouse • Halogen [size down if in between, wearing in XS] // Amazon Essentials heels [true to size] // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
Why it’s a miss: There isn’t anything “bad” about these pants, they are super comfortable, I think I just prefer a little more skinny at the ankle if they are a skinny pant. I don’t see myself wearing them much so back they go!
Tie Front Lace Cotton Blend Blouse • Halogen [size down if in between, wearing in XS] // The Perfect Pant Back Seam Skinny Ankle Pants • Spanx [true to size, wearing in small] // Amazon Heels [true to size]
Long Sleeve Bodysuit • Open Edit [true to size, wearing in small] // Lennon Distressed High Waist Ankle Bootcut Jeans • Pistola Denim [true to size, wearing in 27] // Schutz Heels [true to size] // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
NSYNC Graphic Boyfriend Tee • Vinyl Icons [true to size, wearing in small] // Dre Low Rise Slim Boyfriend Jeans • Rag & Bone [true to size, wearing in 27] // Ethyl Low Top Sneaker • Sam Edelman [true to size]
Plaid Flannel Shacket • Thread & Supply [size down one, wearing in small but need in XS] // Cindy High Waist Straight Leg Jeans • Paige [size up if in between, wearing in 27] // Tobi Waterproof Bootie • Blondo [true to size]
Mock Neck Contrast Sleeve Blouse • CeCe [true to size, wearing in small] // The Perfect Pant Back Seam Skinny Ankle Pants • Spanx [true to size, wearing in small] // Tobi Waterproof Bootie • Blondo [true to size]
Anna Cotton T-Shirt • AllSaints [size up if in between, wearing in small] // Presley High Waist Boyfriend Jeans • Pistola Denim [true to size, wearing in 27] // Anna Cotton T-Shirt • AllSaints [size up if in between, wearing in small] // Ethyl Low Top Sneaker • Sam Edelman [true to size] // Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
Long Sleeve Thermal Knit Top • Treasure & Bond [size up, wearing in small and too small] // Dre Low Rise Slim Boyfriend Jeans • Rag & Bone [true to size, wearing in 27] // Ethyl Low Top Sneaker • Sam Edelman [true to size]
Note: I did not love the fit of this at all!
Tobi Waterproof Bootie • Blondo [true to size] // Halli Belted Wool & Leather Coat • Club Monaco [true to size, wearing in small] // Reese Fab Ab High Waist Raw Step Hem Straight Leg Jeans • KUT from the Kloth [size down if in between, wearing in 2]
Waffle One Sneaker – Nike [true to size] // Relaxed Long Sleeve T-Shirt • Zella [true to size for an oversized fit, size down if more fitted, wearing in small] // Altitude Running Shorts • Zella [true to size, wearing in small]
Fleur Pointed Toe Mule – Steve Madden [true to size] // Lyle Rib Henley Sweater • Madewell [size down if in between, wearing in XS] // Donna Fab Ab Exposed Button High Waist Frayed Ankle Skinny Jeans • KUT from the Kloth [size down if in between, wearing in 2]
Agnes Western Boot • Sam Edelman [true to size] // Smocked Cutout Long Sleeve Minidress • Charles Henry [true to size, wearing in small]
Ethyl Low Top Sneaker • Sam Edelman [true to size] // Live In Jogger Jumpsuit • Zella [true to size, wearing in small]
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Studio Luxe High Waist Pocket Leggings • Zella [true to size, wearing in small] // Relaxed Long Sleeve T-Shirt • Zella [true to size for an oversized fit, size down if more fitted, wearing in small] // Waffle One Sneaker – Nike [true to size]
Shirred Up Shorts • Zella [true to size, wearing in small] // Ultra Run Sports Bra • Sweaty Betty [true to size, wearing in 36DD] // Performance Mesh Tank • Zella [true to size, wearing in small] // Waffle One Sneaker – Nike [true to size]
Relaxed Long Sleeve T-Shirt • Zella [true to size for an oversized fit, size down if more fitted, wearing in small] // Studio Luxe High Waist Pocket Leggings • Zella [true to size, wearing in small] // Waffle One Sneaker – Nike [true to size]
Lenny Robe • UGG // Genuine Shearling Slipper • UGG [true to size]
2-Pack CozyChic™ Socks • Barefoot Dreams
Genuine Shearling Slipper • UGG [true to size]
Ultra Run Sports Bra • Sweaty Betty [true to size, wearing in 36DD] // Shirred Up Shorts • Zella [true to size, wearing in small] // Waffle One Sneaker – Nike [true to size]
Why it’s a miss: This sports bra had virtually no padding which for my ladies, they need a little [or a lot] of something! Back it goes!
Altitude Running Shorts • Zella [true to size, wearing in small]
Why it’s a miss: I prefer my workout shorts to be a higher rise. These seemed to sit pretty low on my waist and a little small! Back they go!
Performance Mesh Tank • Zella [true to size, wearing in small] // Shirred Up Shorts • Zella [true to size, wearing in small] // Waffle One Sneaker – Nike [true to size]
Why it’s a miss: There is nothing wrong with this tank, it just didn’t do much for me! I felt like the fit at the waist was a little awkward.
Smocked Cutout Long Sleeve Minidress • Charles Henry [true to size, wearing in small] // Agnes Western Boot • Sam Edelman [true to size]
Long Sleeve Wrap Minidress • FLORET STUDIOS [true to size, wearing in small] // Agnes Western Boot • Sam Edelman [true to size]
Live In Jogger Jumpsuit • Zella [true to size, wearing in small] // Ethyl Low Top Sneaker • Sam Edelman [true to size]
Arlie Day Long Sleeve Jumpsuit • Faherty [size down if in between, wearing in small] // Dolce Vita Sandals [true to size] // Shelby Wide Brim Rancher Hat • Treasure & Bond
Why it’s a miss: The body of this was just a little baggy and long on me! It is a cute vibe, but not for me!
Seasons Knit Long Sleeve Organic Cotton Shirtdress • Faherty [size up, wearing in small and quite small on me] // Agnes Western Boot • Sam Edelman [true to size]
Why it’s a miss: I love the comfort and feel of this dress, however, the small was way too small. Those buttons were trying to bust open at every move!
Zip Suede Miniskirt • Blank NYC [size up, wearing in 27 and still too small] // Amazon Bodysuit [true to size, wearing in small] // Agnes Western Boot • Sam Edelman [true to size]
Why it’s a miss: While she’s cute, she is way too short [and tiny] for me! I would have to size up 1-2 sizes for this to be comfortable! I love the idea of it, but maybe if I was 10 years younger 😉
Floral Long Sleeve Dress • CeCe [true to size, wearing in small] // Agnes Western Boot • Sam Edelman [true to size]
Why it’s a miss: I love the cut and look of this dress, however, at 5’4 it was too short for my comfort level! If you are petite, this would be an adorable option!
Marisol Crossbody Bag • Clare Vivier
Daisy Set of 2 Cuff Bracelets • BaubleBar
Pia Layered Pendant Necklace • Madewell
Shelby Wide Brim Rancher Hat • Treasure & Bond
Why it’s a miss: This hat was SO big on my head, I could barely keep it on!
Founder and creator of LIY, Erin turned her dream of a hobby blog into a full-time career which she now runs alongside the LIY team! When not in front of her computer screen [with a La Croix or wine in hand] or in front of a mirror taking mirror selfies, you can find Erin spending time on the water, cuddled up with her two pups and husband most likely watching the latest Shark Tank episode, or getting lost in an easy beach read.
