Just in case you don't read any other blogs or possibly live under a rock, you may not have heard that the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is going on right now and fashion bloggers are going ham (myself included). I figured that a good amount of my readers may not have heard about it, so I thought I'd share my favorite items today now that the sale is open to everyone and not just cardholders. If you've already read a million posts like this one then I won't be offended if you stop reading ;) there are some fit reviews too at the bottom of the post for items I ordered!

Tops/Sweaters 
(this is the absolute best time to stock up on cashmere!)

Skirts/Dresses


Coats


Shoes


Accessories

This blush pink cardigan is all kinds of perfect. It's very similar to the one I blogged about earlier in the week, but I actually like it better! It's softer and less expensive :) fits TTS, I ordered a medium. I already wore it yesterday!



I wanted to love this blush pink cashmere turtleneck because it's the perfect color at a great price, but I just couldn't get over the asymmetrical cuts on the bottom. It's pretty sheer too. I don't think the pictures online truly reflect what this sweater looks like, so hopefully these pictures help you! I will be returning this item. The fit is TTS, I'm wearing a medium.


This BP camel cardigan is all kinds of amazing for only $32! I know these pictures are terrible, but this looks exactly like the pictures online. It fits TTS if you're looking for a looser fit (wearing a medium) and is extraordinarily soft for such an inexpensive item. I'm considering buying it in another color :) definitely keeping and I can't wait to wear this over a black turtleneck with a skirt and black tights in the fall!

I'm on the fence about this Eliza J ruffle hem fit and flare dress. Help me decide! I love the pictures online and it's nice quality, but I can't decide if I love it on me. It's a little tight in the stomach, which I don't love to show off. I would say it fits TTS, I'm wearing an 8. Can't decide whether to return or keep.



This black Halogen blouse was another case of misrepresentation on the Nordstrom website. You can't see that the sleeves are slit online, and I really didn't like this detail so I will be returning. Again, this fit TTS.


I bought these black Corso Como over the knee boots mostly just to try them on. I had never actually tried OTK boots and wanted to give it a shot with a pair that looked pretty similar to Stuart Wietzmans. I'm honestly torn. I think these are really cute, but I don't know if they're "me." What do you guys think, yay or nay? You can see a little more of these boots on Snapchat (myinnerfabulous) if you're so inclined to help a girl decide!

Will you be shopping the sale? Would love to know what you bought/are going to buy!

xo Catherine

Looking at these pictures I'm realizing that I need to go get the sleeves of this coat hemmed😂 Oh well, let's talk about this coat. First I need to tell you a story about my current trench coat. I bought it just before I studied abroad in London circa 2013. Makes sense, right? Well it made so much sense that I ended up wearing it literally every single day that I was there and pretty much hated it by the time I got home because I'd over worn it. Fast forward to 2016 and I still have the same trench coat. It's kind of falling apart and I still harbor some of that hate from 2013. I've been thinking it was time to upgrade for about a year now, but couldn't find something I loved until I came across this faux suede trench coat. Now I know what you're thinking: that doesn't make sense, isn't it supposed to be waterproof? Well normally I would be right there with you, but I do live in California where it hardly ever rains, so I think I can swing it! I really love the unexpectedness of such a classic piece in a different material. I was worried it would look too '70's or kind of creepy, but it's perfect!

If you're anything like me you reserve darker colors for the winter months. I honestly don't know why or where the association with certain seasons came from, but I want to try wearing more black during the summer. I don't have a huge amount of black in my wardrobe to begin with, but I feel like the chicest women are always donning black year round. So join me in my quest to be like them and wear black even during the summer! Here's how:

Opt for items that are made out of lighter materials like linen or denim. I think the easiest way to make black summery is via material. You wouldn't wear linen during the winter, so that alone makes it perfect for the hotter months!

Accessorize with black! Another great way to incorporate the darker hue is with summer accessories like a straw tote or strappy sandals.

Wear summery patterns in black. There are certain patterns like gingham or floral that are usually reserved for summertime, so that's another great way to look chic and summery all at once.

Don't wear all black. Yes, I agree that all black is no-fuss and pretty much always chic, but for summer I'd have to argue that you need at least one other color thrown into the mix. It doesn't have to be a vibrant hue, it could just be white, cognac, or even denim but all black is a little too heavy for summer. You'll thank me when you're in the sun!
xo Catherine