Wardrobe wise, I have a rotation of brands I know and love but they’ve been feeling a little stale. Lately I’ve been trying to mix up my wardrobe and find some new brands/designers to add to the mix. My newest brand discovery is Heartloom – I received a few pieces over the weekend and was instantly obsessed. Everything is really well made and unique. I wanted to share my favorites.
This tank might be my favorite piece. It also comes in white which I debated getting at first. But I have 239408 white tops and thought I should mix it up. This is a bright coral/pink.
I love the ribbed stripes on this one and the colors are perfect to carry into fall too. It’s a fitted tank and almost looks like a bodysuit when you tuck it in.
These shorts are so fun and unlike anything I had in my closet! I love that they’re shorts but almost look like a skirt.
I’m actually wearing this romper today. Not only is it insanely comfortable but it’s really practical for my every day mom life too. It has pockets and is a great length. The dark green almost photographs black but it’s really pretty, it comes in a lighter greentoo.
It’s that time of year… the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. Whether you love shopping it or hate hearing about it, there are always great deals included in the sale. But it can be extremely overwhelming combing through the thousands of items listed. Today I wanted to post about all my tried and true items that are all on sale and likely to sell out fast. Most of these items I’ve had and loved for years and stand behind 100%.
Before I get into them, here’s how the sale is working this year…
The sale opens to the public August 19, if you have a Nordstrom card you can shop earlier depending on your card status:
Fashion:
Spanx leggings – mark my words, these will go fast! They’re a major wardrobe staple for me. When it’s colder I wear them at least once a week. They’re high wasted and really flattering. Available in regular and petite (I wear the petite).
Free People jeans (also pictured above) – I’ve loved and worn these jeans for years now. This photo is from 2017! I think this darker wash is perfect for fall and winter. They’re also available in black and run true to size.
Ray-Ban Hexigonal sunglasses – Jeff got me a pair of these sunglasses for Mother’s Day a few years ago and loved them so much he got them for himself too. They’re the perfect everyday sunglasses… completely unisex too.
Brixton hat – this is the perfect wide brim, structured straw hat. Its comes in a few colors and sizes (key for someone like me who has a small head). Great price point!
Gorjana crescent necklace– I’ve had this necklace for at least 4 years and continue to wear it. When I want a long necklace this is the one I always reach for. It comes in both silver and gold.
Pajama Set – I have this set in black and wore it in the hospital when I gave birth to both kids. It’s incredibly soft and well made. It’s lasted me several seasons.
Baby:
Uppababy Vista – hands down the best stroller out there and really the only stroller you will ever need. This one comes with the bassinet for the sleepy newborn days when you want to stroll around your neighborhood. I’ve had this stroller since before Crosby was born and continue to use it daily with both kids. It truly grows with your family and could not be easier to use/collapse.
Thule Jogging Stroller – another longtime favorite. We’ve had this stroller since Crosby was a baby, it’s great for jogs (Jeff’s used it more for that than I have), hikes and can even handle being pushed on the sand. It also comes in a double – I wish we had that one!
Nuna Rava convertible car seat – the convertible car seat we’ve used with Crosby for 2 years and recently started using with Wilder. It’s extremely safe and comfortable.
Stokke Tripp Trapp high chair – we researched high chairs front to back while we were pregnant with Crosby and this one was the clear winner. I’ve used it for 3 years now and continue to be impressed. It’s really durable and easy to clean – plus it can grow with your child and become a chair for the toddler days when they don’t need a high chair anymore.
Beauty:
t3 curling iron – what I use to get my weekly waves. t3 makes the best hair tools and this iron is worth every penny.
La Mer set – La Mer is a huge beauty splurge and their products basically never go on sale. I love this set to try out some of my favorite products.
Tula set– it’s no secret I’m a big fan of Tula products. This set has a bunch of my favorites; eye balm, cleanser, exfoliator, primer and is such a great deal.
Laura Mercier eye shadow sticks – I received these in a press package at the beginning of the year and was a little intimidated by them at first. But then I used them and fell in love. They’re really subtle but buildable and are my favorite way to add a little shimmer to my eyes without much effort.
If the last four months have taught me anything fashion-wise it’s that a good wardrobe of staples goes a long way. Case in point, this $15 u-neck cotton tank top I bought back in April and can’t stop wearing. I first purchased it in gray but went back for black and white because it’s such a great basic. I’ve worn one of them at least once a week since and have continued to be happy… it’s really soft/great quality for the price. Topshop sizing can run a little small and I sized up to a US 4 for a looser fit and love the way it hangs. This tank always sells out really fast but is back in stock right now – I made sure to order a back up in white (my most worn).
Tis the week, or season I guess, for sales! I know typically you think of Black Friday as the kickoff for “cyber week,” but it seems like lots of retailers start their sales early. One of my favorite places to shop online is Shopbop and today they started their “Buy More Save More Sale.” I wanted to share my favorite pieces I own and love that are included.
But first here’s a breakdown of the sale info…
I do a lot of shopping on Shopbop. They carry so many of my favorite brands like BB Dakota, Wayf, Agolde, Gorjana, Levis, etc. I’m including photos I’ve taken with pieces that I’ve worn over the past few months.
Happy Halloween! My post today isn’t all that festive, but I’m getting ready for a fun night of trick to treating with Crosby. I think she just might understand the concept and end up with a complete sugar high. Fingers crossed she’ll actually wear her butterfly costume that she’s been talking about for the past month.
I think this is my last round of photos we shot in Big Bear… you can tell it was a few weeks ago by my long hair. I’m loving having it short, it’s been about ten years since it was this length and it’s so much fun and seems a lot healthier.
This was such an easy outfit that’s simple but feels put together. Sometimes I feel like an outfit is either one of the other, but this boyfriend plaid blazer really helped pull together this outfit.
My favorite way to dress up an otherwise basic outfit is by layering jewelry. I’ve collected a lot of favorites over the past few years and love wearing them in different ways and mixing and matching to make the most out of them.
I’m also excited to share a special discount code with you for 20% off all Gorjana pieces – ASHLEY20 – and it’s valid until 11/16/19.
Necklaces:
Ana Coin Pendant Necklace – the longer length makes it the perfect piece for layering. Perfect for everyday life.
Super Star Necklace – I’ve worn this one for over a year. It’s as dainty and pretty on it’s own as it is layered in with more.
Luna Coin Necklace – this is my current “everyday” necklace. Love the coin look with the moon and stars. It’s the perfect in between length to layer with shorter and longer necklaces.
Eloise Gem Necklace – another good one that’s the in between length. I have it in the black labradorite stone and it’s so beautiful and different from my other necklaces.
Cayne Crescent Pendant Necklace – this was one of my OG Gorjana pieces. A great everyday pendant… it seriously mixes and matches well with everything.
Bracelets:
Super Star Bracelet – so pretty and dainty. I love wearing this one on it’s own too.
Gypset Delicate Bracelet – such a great bracelet for the $30 price tag. Really pretty layered with other bracelets and it’s easy to take on and off because it’s elastic.
Chloe Small Bracelet – another adjustable bracelet I love and think looks beautiful layered with others.
Parker Bracelet – I love the size and links in this one. So different from my others and adds a fun twist to my stack. I leave this one on all the time and it hasn’t tarnished at all.
Earrings:
Shimmer Huggies– I’ve loved the huggie trend and these are a great pair for the price. I’ve worn them a ton and they’ve held up, they’re comfortable to sleep in too.
Balboa Shimmer Small Drop Studs– the current pair on my ears that I haven’t taken off in over a week. They’re light weight and comfortable enough for everyday, but are beautiful to dress up an outfit too.
Rings:
Amara Ring Set – Love wearing them stacked for more of a cocktail ring look, or on their own for a more dainty feel.
