NORDSTROM HALF YEARLY - ALL ABOUT THOSE SHOES

I.AM.A.SHOE.LOVER.
I think it's safe to say that at least 75% of my shoes come from the Nordstrom Half Yearly sales. It's the best time to get brand new styles for a MAJ discount. 
After trying on buying quite a few, I will give you a little review of some of my favorites.

First up, this super comfy sandal by one of my favorite designers, Joie. You will need to go up an entire size on these. I am a very true 7.5, but I needed to buy the 8.5 on this one. 
Seriously, these feel like slippers. There is a pale blue I loved too, as well as white, but thought this was fun for a little summer color.

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I was on the search for an espadrille but everything I tried on felt a little suffocating. That is, until I found this one! When I saw it was Tory Burch I quickly jumped to the conclusion that they would be out of my spending zone. But for the sale price of $90 I had no choice, I had to get them. This is the perfect day to night shoe, when you want a little extra punch to your outfit but you aren't in the mood for a wedge. 

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If you don't have a go-to wedge for summer, you are missing out. They are like the peanut butter to your jelly. Summer style just can't exist without a wedge in the closet. (That may be a tad dramatic but I really needed to get the point across. ) 

Here are my top 4 choices from the sale and they are all under $100:

Happy Shopping. And PS - The sale ends on the 31st so don't dawdle, ladies.

HALF YEARLY HANDBAGS

As mentioned a few days ago, it's the Nordstrom Half Yearly sale. When most stores have sales this big, it's to clearance out the past season. Not Nordstrom. Hundreds and hundreds of brand new styles. 

Today is a little roundup of our favorite bags featured in the sale. 

First up, the Sam Edelman Tote. I have this tote and it's the perfect size. It's small enough to carry as a daily handbag yet large enough to throw all of my "stuff" in it when I am running out the door. 

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Next up, MY FAVORITE GROWN UP BACKPACK IS ON SALE! I am obsessed with the slouchy boyfriend jean, a good tee and a backpack kind-of-look.  This is the ticket. I have had my eye on this Rebecca Minkoff backpack, but at $300, it felt kind of steep considering it's just not an everyday look. However, at half off, it's looking just right.

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If you don't have a great neutral tote bag, you are missing out. It will go with every look, every shoe, and you may never want a black or brown bag again. Seriously.

This tote is an awesome option, well made, great designer and fantastic price. To top it off, it does fit over the shoulder, which is always a plus in my book.

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Find some of my other favorites in the handbag sale by scrolling through here:

NORDSTROM HALF YEARLY

So, it's the most wonderful time of the year...at least at Nordstrom it is. 
This sale is NOT.TO.BE.BEAT ladies.
We will highlight the AC office top picks this week, starting with what is currently in my cart. And yes, I do know that I need to whittle this down - or do I?

COVER IT UP

The perfect cover-up is essential for summer. I do not skimp on this staple. I end up wearing it all of the time, and since it needs a wash each time, so you don't want a cheap one that will fall apart mid summer.

Here is a list of my criteria:

1. I MUST be able to wear it on errands to/from the pool

2. It looks ok if it's a bit wet

3. Can.not.hug.my.body.

The first adorable option was my first purchase of the season and I AM IN LOVE. It's so cute I kind of want to wear it out. And, to top it off, it's only $75.

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I haven't pulled the trigger on this next one, but I am really close. It's a bit more expensive, but it's just about the cutest cover-up I have ever seen. And, it's PERFECT for a pool party. 

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Here is the other killer cover-up I just received in the mail. It's seriously even better in person. The back is cinched, so it's pretty darn flattering. Again, you could be seeing me out in this. It hits all 3 of my points just perfectly. 

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Here is a round-up of some of my other favorites....

Dang it, it's swimsuit time

I don't know about you, but my first thought of summer comes with a little wince. 
"Why?", you say.
Because it's swimsuit time. Ugh.
Not only is it tough to find a suit that looks good, but there is that "age appropriate" issue. 
Today's post is dedicated to all of the moms looking for not only a cute suit, but one that actually works when you are jumping in and out of the pool, chasing after kids, and just can't sit around in that cute cover-up. 


First up is the Magic Suit. I have it and dare I say "I love it"? Yes, I love a swimsuit. Never thought I would say that. It's a Tankini, it's flattering, and it makes "the girls" look pretty darn perky. 

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Next up, my party suit. This one I bought for a vacation with friends and I LOVE IT. The ruched middle is a must if I wear a tight suit. Go up a size for sure. 

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Here is a little collection of some other great mom suit options for you...

SALE(s) ALERT

OK, there are some MAJor sales going on right now.
 It's Friday, it's Spring, it's time to shop.

Click here to shop : up to 60% off

Click here to shop : Use code "enjoy"

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Shopping the Sunday Sale

Sunday is my "weakness day" for online shopping, and the new Nordstrom sale markdowns are not helping my problem!
I don't want to be in this alone, so here are some of my favorite new additions just to help you along your way....