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).

**also included in the sale: Free People lace bralette & Adidas

Barefoot Dreams Circle Cardigan (other barefoot dreams cardigans) – another major wardrobe staple of mine. If you’re not familiar with this brand they make the coziest blankets, robes, cardigans, lounge wear and baby blankets. I wear this cardigan both out and around the house.

** also wearing the Free People jeans, Brixton hat (in another color).

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.

** Also included is the t3 blow dryer.

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.

I’ve officially reached the point in this pregnancy where unless it’s absolutely necessary I’m not going to wear pants/jeans. Leggings or dresses from here on out. I was so excited to get this pretty blue floral maxi in from Gal Meets Glam that I wore it out to dinner Saturday night. What you can’t see from these photos is that is was maybe 59 degrees and super windy. I don’t know what was blowing around more, my hair or my pregnancy double chin. But I was committed to my dress only cause and tried to think warm thoughts.

sunglasses, jacket, dress c/o, purse, shoes c/o

This dress is even prettier in person. I wish I could have taken my jacket off to show you the sleeve detail, but my goose bumps might have been a bit distracting. I went with blue for my baby boy on the way, but it also comes in a really pretty pink floral print. I’m thinking it might be a good Easter dress option – that is, if I’m not in labor! For sizing, it’s not maternity and I sized up to a 2. Fits great!

There are some other really pretty dresses and jumpsuits from the March collection. This one would also be cute with a baby bump. I’m loving this jumpsuit and this one… can’t wait to wear them again!!

I was also so excited when I saw this jacket is back. I got it last spring and was obsessed with it – still am – and know I’ll be wearing it a ton this year. It’s one thing I can actually fit into now… as long as I don’t have to button it closed. It looks really cute with white denim too… a look I can’t wait to recreate soon.

sunglasses, jacket, dress c/o, purse, shoes c/o

Hope you have a great day – thank you so much for reading and following!

Over the weekend I was feeling so blah and uninspired with the current rotation of things that fit me. A total wardrobe rut. I decided to shop my closet, if you will, and put together this look with pieces that are all a couple of years old. Sometimes I think I have these pregnancy wardrobe delusions where I put something on thinking it will still fit the way it did a few months/weeks/days ago and then get frustrated when that’s not the case. So I went back to some old faithfuls that worked my first pregnancy and was happy and comfortable all day.

sunglasses, old coat (similar here, here and here), similar tank, similar maternity jeans, similar vans 

I also took it as a sign to order a few new things that will make getting dressed a little easier and give me something to look forward to. Bonus when I know they’ll work post-pregnancy too. I got this Free People thermal in the pretty sky blue. I have it in a couple of colors and wear it all the time. It’s so comfortable and looks great with or without a bump. I also ordered this v-neck that’s slightly oversized in gray and this cute balloon sleeve thermal in black.

And then yesterday I got an email from a maternity line I’d never heard of and was immediately inspired. Legoe is an Australian brandand as far as I’m concerned they can do no wrong when it comes to fashion. A lot of times maternity clothes are frumpy and nothing I want to wear but these are all so cute and flattering. I literally want every single piece.

Side note, my coat is one of my favorites but it’s 4 years old and has long since sold out. I had a real hard time finding some similar options for it.

sunglasses, old coat (similar here, here and here), similar tank, similar maternity jeans, similar vans 

Hope you’re having a good week – thanks for reading and following!

Happy Monday! We had rain allll weekend and it’s supposed to continue into the week. So today I’m sharing a sunnier look from a much warmer and dryer day. I’m convinced this is the $15 dress everyone needs for spring – pregnant or not. It’s not maternity and so flattering, either way. When it gets warm I’m always reaching for easy pieces like this that are comfortable and can be worn multiple ways.

sunglasses, dress, sweater c/o, similar shoes, similar purse

I got this wrap sweater last spring and am still obsessed with it. It’s light weight and the softest thermal material. I get so much wear out of it – around my house AND out. It’s really going to come in handy after I have the baby and want to be as comfortable as possible while hanging out at home.

On another note can I say how happy I am that it’s February? January felt four months long to me so I’m relieved it’s finally over. There were no real reasons to it, it just really seemed to drag. I know I’m not alone in thinking that because I saw so many funny memes on social media about it.

I love February because stores really start bringing out their spring collections. I’ve already started looking and wanted to share a few things I’m loving for spring. This top is so pretty and it comes in a few different colors. I can’t wait to wear my favorite high-waisted jeans with cropped tops like this one again. I love a good coverup that can be worn different ways like this one. I’ve been eying this skirt and think I can make it work but with the bump and without. It’s under $30. I’m absolutely loving this maxi dress. Both color ways are gorgeous.

sunglasses, dress, sweater c/o, similar shoes, similar purse

Hope you had a great weekend – thanks for reading and following!

Another cozy sweater look coming your way. I’ve worn this heart sweater from Madewell so many times since I got it just a couple weeks ago. I was worried it wouldn’t fit right with the bump but I went up a size and it’s perfect.

on me: sunglasses, sweater c/o, jeans

on Crosby: t-shirt, jeans, shoes c/o

You know who wasn’t into her sweater? Crosby. Lately when she’s cold she refuses to wear a jacket or sweater… crazy kid. Sadly her sweater was from the Sarah Jessica Parker collab at GAP and is sold out. It’s such a cute statement, hopefully she’ll want to wear it again one day soon.

I still can’t believe New Years Eve is Monday. I really feel like it was just February and don’t know how the year went by so quickly. I also can’t believe we have less than 4 months before our little guy is born. I don’t want to extend my pregnancy by any means but part of me is hoping these few months go by a little slower. I still have SO MUCH TO DO.

On thing I feel ahead of the game on is his shoe closet that we’ve been stocking with Freshly Picked newborn mocs. It probably doesn’t come as a surprise since Crosby’s been wearing them ever since she could fit into them.

And speaking of, there’s an amazing sale going on over at Freshly Picked. It’s a “grab bag” sale where you can save so much by choosing a grab bag of sorts. Check it out here. Also, they have an amazing membership program where you can get better deals on everything. If you sign up use code FPxAshnFashn to get your first month free.

on me: sunglasses, sweater c/o, jeans

on Crosby: t-shirt, jeans, shoes c/o

Hope you have the best last weekend of the year! Thank you so much for reading and following.

What day is it? Is anyone else in a post-Christmas fog? The days between Christmas and New Years always seem to blend into a weird haze and I never really know what to do with myself. This year I’m being lazy and productive… the best of both worlds. Jeff’s been cleaning out the garage and once he finishes that we’ll be tackling the guest room. But let’s move on to what I’m wearing.

sunglasses, dress c/o (also here), similar shoes 

I wore this gorgeous Cleobella maxi dress to an event at their store a couple weeks ago. Jeff and Crosby tagged along and we were able to shoot it at their pretty space. The dress is not maternity, but I went up a size and it fit perfectly with my bump. I was 22 weeks pregnant here (I’m 24 now) and seem to be getting bigger by the day. The holiday indulging I’m sure doesn’t hurt that… ha.

There are some really great post-holiday sales happening now and I wanted to share my favorite items that I own all on sale. This dress is 45% off making it just over $50. Perfect for NYE. I have this top in a few different colors and it continues to be a fav in my closet. Currently on sale for $34. This fun striped sleeve sweater is on major sale with code GOBIG. This square neck sweater is marked down to $30, it’s such a great basic. I love this coat, it’s so pretty and a fun statement and currently 50% off.  My favorite metallic silver moto jacket is 55% off, making it just over $150. Another fun piece for NYE. This pretty duster is currently under $40. And lastly, these booties are currently under $70.

sunglasses, dress c/o (also here), similar shoes 

Thank you so much for reading – hope you’re having a relaxing week!