What I Bought at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale + Try-On
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is one of the biggest fashion events of the year — it’s when brand-new fall pieces go on sale before the season even begins. That means you can grab investment staples (jeans, coats, boots) at major savings.
In this post, I’m walking you through everything I picked up during the 2019 sale, plus real photos of how the pieces fit and feel.
How I Styled My NSale Finds
Below you’ll find outfit try-ons with all the key details — including original price, sale price, and my sizing so you know how things fit.
Treasure & Bond Hat (Originally $59, marked down to $38.90)
Treasure & Bond Sweater (Originally $89, marked down to $49.90) Size S
Good American Jeans (Originally $169, marked down to $112.90) Size 0/25
Sam Edelman Boot (Originally $224.95, marked down to $149.90) Size 9
Layers & Outerwear
These are my favorite transitional pieces for moving from summer to fall. These versatile staples are ideal if you’re thinking ahead to fall outfits — and many are easy to dress up or down.
Bernardo Leopard Coat (Originally $195, on sale for $129.90) Size XS
Treasure & Bond Sweater (Originally $89, marked down to $49.90) Size S
Good American Jeans (Originally $169, marked down to $112.90) Size 0/25
Sam Edelman Boot (Originally $224.95, marked down to $149.90) Size 9
Treasure & Bond Hat (Originally $59, marked down to $38.90)
Topshop Sweater (Originally $68, marked down to $44.90) Size XS/0-2
Good American Jeans (Originally $169, marked down to $112.90) Size 0/25
Sam Edelman Boot (Originally $224.95, marked down to $149.90) Size 9
Treasure & Bond Hat (Originally $59, marked down to $38.90)
Halogen Teddy Coat (Originally $179, marked down to $118.90) Size S
Chelsea28 Longsleeve Top (Originally $49, marked down to $31.90) Size S
Good American Jeans (Originally $169, marked down to $112.90) Size 0/25
Sam Edelman Boot (Originally $224.95, marked down to $149.90) Size 9
Halogen Leopard Faux Fur (Originally $149, marked down to $98.90) Size M
Chelsea28 Longsleeve Top (Originally $49, marked down to $31.90) Size S
Good American Jeans (Originally $169, marked down to $112.90) Size 0/25
BP. Cardigan (Originally $49, marked down to $31.90) Size XS
BP. V-Neck Tee (Originally $15, marked down to $11.90) Size M
Good American Jeans (Originally $169, marked down to $112.90) Size 0/25
Steve Madden Jillian Bootie (Originally $129.95, marked down to $86.90)
Something Navy Leopard Cardigan (Originally $89, marked down to $58.90) Size XS
BP. V-Neck Tee (Originally $15, marked down to $11.90) Size M
Good American Jeans (Originally $169, marked down to $112.90) Size 0/25
Chelsea28 Longsleeve Top (Originally $49, marked down to $31.90) Size S
Paige Distressed Jeans (Originally $229, marked down to $152.90) Size 25
BlankNYC Snake Print Jacket (Originally $98, marked down to $64.90) Size M
BP. V-Neck Tee (Originally $15, marked down to $11.90) Size M
Good American Jeans (Originally $169, marked down to $112.90) Size 0/25
Madewell Colorblock Cardigan (Originally $98, marked down to $64.90) Size XS
BP. V-Neck Tee (Originally $15, marked down to $11.90) Size M
Good American Jeans (Originally $169, marked down to $112.90) Size 0/25
Comfortable & Casual
Not everything from the sale needs to be dressy — here’s what I loved for everyday wear:
Caslon Henley Top (Originally $59, marked down to $38.90) Size XS
Zella Live-In Leggings (Originally $59, marked down to $38.90) Size S
Adidas Swift Run Sneakers (Originally $85, marked down to $63.90) Size 8
BP. Leopard Sweater (Originally $45, marked down to $25.90) Size XS
BP. Leopard Joggers (Originally $45, marked down to $25.90) Size XS
Ugg Slippers (Originally $84.95, marked down to $54.90) Size 8
Barefoot Dreams Cardigan (Originally $120, marked down to $79.90) Size S
Chelsea28 Longsleeve Top (Originally $49, marked down to $31.90) Size S
Zella Live-In Leggings (Originally $59, marked down to $38.90) Size S
Adidas Swift Run Sneakers (Originally $85, marked down to $63.90) Size 8
BP. Leopard Cropped Sweatshirt (Originally $49, marked down to $31.90) Size XS
BP. Leopard Joggers (Originally $49, marked down to $31.90) Size XS
Ugg Slippers (Originally $84.95, marked down to $54.90) Size 8
Barefoot Dreams Cardigan (Originally $116, marked down to $76.90) Size XS/S
BP. Pajama Sweater (Originally $45, marked down to $29.90) Size XS
BP. Pajama Shorts (Originally $29, marked down to $18.90) Size S
Ugg Slippers (Originally $84.95, marked down to $54.90) Size 8
Champion Cropped Sweatshirt (Originally $55, on sale for $40.90) Size M
Champion Joggers (Originally $55, on sale for $40.90) Size S
Adidas Swift Run Sneakers (Originally $85, marked down to $63.90)
Steve Madden Jillian Bootie (Originally $129.95, marked down to $86.90)
BP. Bootie (Originally $109.95, marked down to $69.90)
Sam Edelman Boot (Originally $224.95, marked down to $149.90)
Adidas Swift Run Sneakers (Originally $85, marked down to $63.90) Size 8
Ugg Slippers (Originally $84.95, marked down to $54.90) Size 8
Beauty Picks from the Sale
This part is fun — a few beauty items I picked up:
Light Stim For Wrinkles (Originally $249, marked down to $165)
Charlotte Tilbury The Pillow Talk Lip Kit ($78 value, on sale for $60)
MAC Warm Eye & Face Kit ($82 value, on sale for $45)
MAC Go Get Nude Lip Kit ($54 value, on sale for $36.50)
Treasure & Bond Jersey Rope Throw Blanket (Originally $99, marked down to $65.90)
Styling Tips From My Try-On
Here’s what I learned from trying all of these pieces:
1. Focus on Staples
Piece basics like well-fitting denim and neutral coats become your wardrobe backbone.
2. Mix Comfort + Structure
Pair comfy leggings or sneakers with structured layers (like a coat or sweater) — it makes casual look put together.
3. Think Across Seasons
Even if it’s warm outside, buying a fall coat on sale means you’re ahead of the game.
Why You Should Consider the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is unique because:
It discounts brand-new fall arrivals (not old markdowns).
It has a wide price range — from staples under $50 to statement pieces you’ll keep for years.
It’s one of the best times to invest in pieces you’ll wear all season long.
Whether you’re shopping sweaters, boots, denim, or beauty, this sale has something worth considering.
Final Thoughts
If you’re planning your NSale strategy next time:
Bookmark this post
Think about pieces you reach for every fall
Prioritize investment basics over impulse buys
Happy shopping!
