A Quick Trip to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

Dress: Bell Sleeve Woven Shift Dress (Sale Price: $31.90; Price after August 8: $48 ) || Booties: Rudie Studded Fringe Bootie (Sale Price: $99.90; Price after August 8: $170)

Over the past few years, I've grown to be an avid Nordstrom Anniversary Sale shopper. There isn't any other sale of its kind in the way it offers brand new fall merchandise at marked down prices before fall even starts. Yesterday was the first day the sale was open to cardholders so I took a quick trip after work to see what it had in store for us this year (literally). It was SO good! I didn't expect to buy a ton last night but I did want to get an overall feel for what I might buy online in the coming days/weeks. You can bet I went home with these fringe booties though and plan on wearing them all fall & winter long! 

Lilac Midi Dress for Spring & Summer

Dress: Lilac Sleeveless Cross-front Midi Dress || Shoes: Pointy Toe Pump || Bag: Crossbody (similar); less $ option here (under $25) || Lipstick: MAC in 'Syrup' || Watch: Tailor Multifunction Light Tan Leather Watch || Earrings: Flora Chandeliers

The Spring & Summer Pants You'll Want

If I had to design my perfect pair of pants, these would be it.  Palm leaf print, shades of blues, greens, and white, comfortable and free flowing, wide leg and high-waisted, ties at the waist... they are literally perfect. I first saw these wide-leg pants at a fashion show a couple weeks ago at Bevello in Cameron Village and I knew I had to have them! I love how this ruffle trim off shoulder top looks against the shades of the print! They're pretty long but were the prime length for my favorite wedges.  

Shirt Dress + a Giveaway

In my opinion, you can never have enough clothing that works well for work and weekends. I love having options for work outfits, especially in the winter.  A long-sleeved dress layered with tights and boots makes for the perfect and quick outfit to throw on when you're running late on 30 degree mornings.  This henley shirtdress is exactly what I'm talking about and I love the color with this soft pink print infinity scarf!

Coat Season

It's almost Thanksgiving and I cannot believe it.  This entire year has flown by way too fast.  On the bright side, my coat closet has accumulated quite the collection of fall and winter coats over this year and last.  I just can't help myself with them! Having some good choices of coats makes cold weather not so bad at all. Thanks to Bernardo Outerwear, this one added a little pop of color in my black and white ensemble the other week. 

Floral Fall Dress

I love neutral colored clothing this time of year but I still always have a very hard time saying no to anything that is floral and in "my colors".  Anything that incorporates shades of pinks, blues, and greens has me naturally attracted to it no matter what time of year it is.  When I saw this floral v-neck dress, I knew the first thing I would wear it with would be my grey over-the-knee faux suede boots (which by the way are only $45). 

Oversized Chic Cardigan

I've been a huge fan of over-the-knee boots for a long, long time.  The only problem I had was that most of them were so over-priced.  When I saw these suede OTK boots were under $45, I couldn't resist.  I picked them out to complete an outfit I was planning for a French Connection + Belk event last week which I will share more details about next week.  My goal was to put together an outfit with this gorgeous oversized wool cardigan. 

How To Wear White After Summer

Business Casual + Giveaway

This burgundy wool blend blazer is probably one of my top favorite things in my closet currently.  These pictures don't even don't even compare to how classic and sophisticated it looks in person.  It is the perfect blazer to dress down with some boyfriend jeans or dress up on a day at work with a pencil skirt. 

How To Simplify Your Life

You hear about spring cleaning every year right as the seasons change from winter to spring but you never hear anybody say they're going to 'fall clean'.  After a busy summer, I think it is important to have a few ways to simplify your life to get you back on track before the seasons shift.  Read along to find a few easy ways to make your life a little more simple before the fall and winter craziness starts controlling you. Plus, find these fall outfit details at the bottom of this post!

Labor Day Weekend

Happy Labor Day Weekend!

 I can't wait to spend the weekend relaxing and just rejuvenating my mind.  Work and life have been crazy lately and this long weekend couldn't have come at a better time.  There are some really good sales I wanted to tell y'all about though incase you plan on doing some shopping this weekend.  They're pretty good! Just click on the images and it'll take you right to it.

My personal favorites:

J.Crew Factory || 50% off everything

Nordstrom || Up to 40% off

Banana Republic || 40% off your purchase with code: BRFALL

Ann Taylor || 50% off select full price and all sale styles Code: HAPPY50

Anthropologie || 30% off sale
Code: EXTRA30

Baublebar || 50-60% off select styles

Furbish || 15% off site wide includes sale items and tons of new arrivals Code: LABORDAY

GAP  || 40% off everything

Old Navy || Up to 60% off everything

West Elm  || 10% off 100$ or more 15% off $250 or more 20% off $500 or more
Code: SAVEMORE

Hope everyone has a great weekend! Don't forget about the chance to win $125 to Nordstrom and a pair of Kendra Scott earrings.  Details are in yesterday's post!

xo, Shelby

How to Dress Comfortably for Work

A Weekend in Newport

Classic Black and White

Date Night in Damask

Damask Knit Dress c/o The Shopping Bag || Cassie Jewel Embedded Bangle Set c/o The Shopping Bag || Faux Leather Crossbody Bag || Cognac Wedged Sandal

Happy Monday, friends!

This week will be a long and busy one filled with packing/unpacking for me because I am MOVING! I'm just moving to the other side of town but I am beyond ready for a change in scenery (and to be closer to work... and to have double sinks).

Anyways, let's move on to this outfit.  When I saw this damask knit dress, I kindof loved it.  It's different than most dresses I typically opt for and a little bit more form-fitting but I liked how it was a knit sweater-y material.  The thicker material made me feel super comfortable plus the turquoise hue and ruffle hem sealed the deal.  I think it has just enough character to be the perfect date night dress especially worn with these cognac wedged sandals.  The Shopping Bag also has a ton of interesting home decor/office items like these dress shaped jewelry holders.  

You can use the code PRETTYINTHEPINES for 25% off any order from The Shopping Bag.  They're also on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Tumblr, and Snapchat (@TheShoppingBag).  

Also, random question but has anybody tried the restaurant RYE in Raleigh?  I ran by it the other day and now am dying to try it out.  I love food. Hope y'all have a nice week.

xo, Shelby

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Guide (mostly under $200)

Today is not only awesome because it is almost Friday but tomorrow is also one of my best friend's final dress fittings for her wedding (can't believe it) and tomorrow is the first day the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is open to those who do not have a Nordstrom Card.  If you think this is just another big summer sale with half off bikinis and flip-flops, let me correct you.  This big #NSALE is when Nordstrom takes a LOT of brand new never before seen fall clothing, shoes, accessories and marks them way down for a limited time before marking them back up to the normal price after the sale.  It may be hard to think about buying a pair of riding boots in the middle of July but it's really a great time to invest in some fall staples since they're at such a great price.  I remember last year I only bought a pair of earrings and definitely regretted it when fall came around. I already snagged this gorgeous dark green tote that I'll be bringing along everywhere with me in the fall, these pointy toe studded flats for work, and these open toe cognac wedges which will be the perfect transition for summer to fall.

Last week I posted about my favorite part of the #NSALE... the shoes.  If you missed it, here are my top picks. The UPS man is bringing me these open toe cognac wedged sandals today and I can't wait to wear them with this matching cognac tote.

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Now let's move on to clothing shall we.  If I could only wear clothes from Nordstrom's "Trend" section for the rest of my life, I would be okay with that. Everything is so surprisingly affordable and I can't get enough of this pleated hem sweater and the grey felt fedora.  Here are a few more of my favorite pieces that are part of the sale:

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Striped Pullover Sweater || Pleated Hem Sweater || Chambray Button-Down Shirt || Grey Felt Fedora || Pink Pointy Toe Pumps || Long Textured Open Cardigan || Faux Shearling Vest || Ponte Knit Leggings || White Tunic || Teal Wide Leg Pants

You can also click on the image to bring you directly to the product. 

Light Blue Wool Blend Coat || Quilt Detail Cotton Anorak || Light Pink Double-Breasted Coat || Dark Green Quilted Coat || Military Anorak || Navy Leather Trim Quilted Jacket || Plaid Wool Blend Coat || Leopard Print Hooded Wrap Coat

It's 100 degrees outside and I can't believe I'm talking about coats.  A lot of these are $100 off though and I'm especially loving the light blue one.  

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Incase you missed my recent post including the accessories on sale, they're back! This sale is a good time to buy a watch you've been needing but don't want to pay full-price for or even a nice quality bag.  Prepare to see this cognac number on Pretty in the Pines all year long.  

Well, there you have it, my Nordstrom Anniversary Sale guide for you to peruse all weekend long.  The sale will only last until August 2nd so if you're thinking about treating 'yoself, I would do so sooner rather than later.  

Why I LOVE the NSALE

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Ocean Blue

Casual Blue

 Acid Wash Blue Tank c/o Triple Thread OC || Handbag: Kate Spade 'Hayden' || White Denim: Topshop 'Joni' || Wedges || Necklace c/o Triple Thread OC

Happy long weekend Friday, everyone! I'm pumped for this weekend because I'll also be celebrating one of my best friends bachelorette weekend! We're going to Wrightsville Beach and staying in a really cute oceanfront condo close to everything.  There will be 7 of us and it'll be a weekend filled with fun and sun.  

Now, on to the outfit for today's post... I recently found a clothing company based out of CA that has some serious comfy and chic clothing for great prices.  If you're not already following Triple Thread Oc (@triplethreadoc) on instagram, you should! I tend to forget to buy comfy clothes and end up with a closet full of dresses.  Basic tees are where its at on the weekends and I love the selection at Triple Thread.  Also, the most comfortable wedges ever that I found at Marshall's are now available at Nordstrom Rack for less than $40!

xo, Shelby