New Find: Sunglasses

I did some damage at the Nordstrom Anniversary sale.  I always say that I will do better next year, but nope, it never happens, who am I kidding?  It's okay, hubby can *think* that I bought less than last year.  ;-)

I briefly touched on my last post on what to look out for in this sale.  What I forgot to add was sunglasses!  They had Tom Fords, Burberry, Ray-Ban and MbyMJ sunglasses.  I scored a pair of Ray-Ban's that I am loving right now.  My hubby actually hated it when I showed him in the store, so I got weak and gave up buying it.  I went home and could not get my mind off of it, so I called my favorite person at Nordstrom and asked her to get it for me.  She asked, "What does hubby think?"  I said, "I don't care!"  Haha, maybe I do care, but I am sure I can convince him to like it.  My excuse right now is, "I need a pair of polarized sunglasses for sailing.  I have to be stylish even though I'm sailing!"  He didn't buy that excuse, heh, I'll think of something else.

Ray-Ban RB4159 polarized sunglasses available at Nordstrom for $125.90.

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2011

Everyone, RUN, don't walk, RUN!  The year's most important sale is here - Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.  I always get super excited whenever this time of the year is here.  All the sale merchandise is actually from the next season, so you can get your Fall/Winter wardrobe here at a discount.  If you are a Nordstrom card holder, you will also get double points for the first few days of the sale.

Here are some of the things I would pay attention to -

• Tory Burch boots that were sold out during the presale but now it is available online.  (*edit*  Just saw that the Tory Burch boots are sold out, but if you really want it, keep checking on it.  I have noticed that a lot of people return stuff later and it pops back up online or in-store.
• Other great boots, Steve Madden, Fergie, and Frye.  I got these Steve Madden Lindley Boots, which has a purple zipper in the back that I love.
• A few very cute Marc by Marc Jacobs bags.
• Basic Men's shoes like loafers (Cole Haan, Ferragamo).
• Socks, I know that's silly, but I buy a bunch of socks every year.  They have some very cute over-the-knee socks that look cute peeking out of boots.  I got these last year and wore them a lot.  I ordered another three pairs this time.
• Flats for work, a pair of Joan and David pumps that I am very tempted to buy but hubby would give me the, "don't you have enough shoes already?" talk.
• Basic layering shirts from Caslon and Rubbish.
• Men's shirts - the Nordstrom Smartcare shirts are great work shirts for a pretty good price.
• Clarisonic sets - I keep hearing how great it is, so I have decided to take the plunge and give it a try!

Conclusion:  I have to admit that I am not as excited this year about it, since the clothing selection is mediocre, but there ARE some good gems if you look carefully.  I hope this will help you with finding some good items.

What did YOU buy?

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Sneak Peek

Are you ready for this?  Nordstrom Anniversary sale starts in 3 weeks on July 15th!  Nordstrom card holders can start pre-sale on July 5th, that gives you 10 days to do it before everyone else.  If you have not heard of this sale, you need to.  This is when Nordstrom puts new fall merchandise on sale for two weeks.  At the end of two weeks, everything goes back to regular price.  None of it are end of season, picked-over merchandise; you get to buy the latest trend for a sale price!  It is crazy.  This is actually the only sale that the hubby will go to shop at.  Every year, we get our clothes and shoes that will last us almost the whole year.  My cousin even got the Westin Heavenly Bed on sale at last year's sale.

The catalog has not been sent out yet...but Nordstrom uploaded some pictures to Polyvore.com and we are able to take a sneak peak here!  I am sooo excited that people might think I am crazy, but I don't care.  I am sure you will go once you have tried this sale.  *wink*

 
Legging (see more corduroy leggings)

Trouve sweater (see more ribbed sweaters)

Hudson Jeans jeans (see more stretch denim jeans)

Vest (see more zipper vests)

Halogen skirt (see more stretchy skirts)

Sanctuary vest (see more faux fur vests)


Did I say I am excited already?  I have three weeks to save up for this...not.enough.time!!!  For more pictures and details, go to Polyvore.com to start making your list!

Half Yearly Sale for Men at Nordstrom

The Half Yearly Sale started at Nordstrom today.  From July 17 - 19, it's double points on your Nordstrom card.  You can either shop online or shop in the stores.

Now, what use am I if I don't do some of the shopping for you guys?  Here are some of my picks from the sale.

I will focus on jeans for this post because that is always the first thing I hit since the sizes get sold out pretty quickly.

7 For All Mankind Relaxed Fit Jeans (West Cairo Wash) $99.90

Mavi Jeans 'Matt' Relaxed Bootcut Jeans $58.90

7 For All Mankind 'Standard Fit - Tracer Layout' Straight Leg Jeans (Simon Lake Wash) $125.90

Nudie 'Average joe' Straight Leg Jeans (Organic Sharp Used Wash) $134.90

 Levi's Red Tab 'Hesher' Straight Leg Jeans (After Dark Wash) $69.90


As for the rest, I will let you do the shopping.  I can't talke ALL the fun!  

Nordstrom 2nd Cut

Nordstrom.com just marked down a bunch of stuff, up to 50% off.  Get these before sizes run out.  Here are a few of my picks.

7 for all mankind bootcut jeans that are hard to find on sale.

7 for All Mankind Bootcut Stretch Jeans at Nordstrom.com for $89.90

Crop jeans perfect for summer, I would wear these with either taller shoes or roll the cuffs a bit if worn with flats.

7 for All Mankind Straight Leg Crop Stretch at Nordstrom.com Jeans for $79.90

A girl can never have enough accessories

Alexis Bittar Lucite Square Bangle Bracelet at Nordstrom.com for $36.90

Hope this is enough to get you started.  Keep shopping here for the rest of the final clearance!

One Life to Shop's Grand Opening!

I started to post links of all the things I 'like' on Facebook, and I was getting feedback that my friends 'like' the same things, and this is how this blog came about.  I wanted a place where I can talk about everything I find and liked and want to recommend it to everyone else without bombarding my Facebook friends with shopping talks, I figured the boys don't like it as much.  So...I hope everyone will enjoy my finds and my links! You only have one life to shop!

Let's start - I have been obsessing about two sales lately:


Nordstrom Designer Sale.  They have brands like Tory Burch, Jimmy Choo, YSL, Fendi, Burberry, and Lanvin at up to 40% off right now.  Great return policy if it doesn't fit...you can either mail it back or return it in store, no time limit.  Customer service is awesome, and they always match a competitor's price.

Nordstrom Designer Sale

Net-a-porter sale.  The have the most awesome stuff that are not always carried in the big department stores.  Order processing is super fast and customer service is great there.  Do check it out if you haven't.


Net-a-Porter Sale 2011


My favorite thing at the Nordstrom sale right now is this pair of Jimmy Choo platform Sandals. I feel that words cannot describe how unique these shoes are.  I never thought red and fuschia works together, but it does here!  Wear this with any outfit to spice it up.  These shoes are HOT with the 5.5" heel.  If you are worried about walking in it, no worries, it has a 1.5" platform to help out.  If 4" heels is a challenge still, practice practice practice!  These babies are worth it!

Jimmy Choo Platform Sandal at Nordstrom

At 40% off, it's still $1009, so I am going to wait for a super clearance...if it ever makes it.  For now, I will just drool over it.


Another pair that I think it totally cool are the Valentino Studded Leather and Lace Pumps.  It's girly X rocker.  The lace and bow is so pretty, and the studs balance out the extreme girliness.  It's perfect!  I am just dreaming about it ALL the time. Somebody, Please buy it...and then tell me all about it! I would be so happy!

Get these beautiful shoes here -
http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/97082