The 2023 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is officially here, and we’ve been elbow deep in trying the pieces so you don’t have to! We’re sharing what was a hit and what was more of a swing and a miss in today’s post, specifically for denim and bottoms! Don’t forget to join the LIY Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Facebook Group where there are nightly giveaways happening!
PS You can check out Erin’s FULL Hit’s & Misses blog post in one spot right here!
PSS Consider THIS your NSale headquarters, with all the content in one spot!
While we’re hitting publish today on this post, we still have a decent amount of items to try on. With that being said, we will be updating this blog post often with new hits & misses so keep checking back!
If you have been shopping the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale already, you may have missed a thing or two, but have no fear – you have until August 6th to purchase the products at a major discount. After that, prices will go back up to normal.
ANNIVERSARY SALE SHOPPING TIPS & TRICKS
- Anything that you love and want for yourself, add to your wish list and check out once the sale is live for your card level [reminder: if you don’t have a card, the public sale starts July 17th]! If it isn’t currently available in your size and color preference, things are always coming in and out of stock, so check back often!
- Remember that Nordstrom always offers free shipping and free returns! Because of this, I would recommend ordering two sizes on things you are unsure of, to make sure that you can get it at the sale price and return the one that doesn’t work!
- Some of the items I mention may currently be out of stock, but check back often for restocks! We’ll also be notifying you of restocks over on our Facebook page and #NSALE group [highly recommend joining the group for a ton of helpful info and nightly giveaways!]
- Keep in mind that while the sale lasts until 8/6, things go quick so don’t be like N*Sync and have to say “bye, bye, bye” to everything before it’s gone – shop early!
- If there’s anything I didn’t cover and you still have questions, ask away below and I’ll answer right here so check back! For more Nordstrom Anniversary Sale posts, click here!
- BUT WAIT THERE’S MORE — to see even more #NSALE looks from the team, be sure to check out our lookbook and click on NSALE LOOKS for even more goodness!
HITS
Erin’s Hits [5’4″, Size 2/4 or Small]
If I could only pick one…AG Farrah Jeans
AG Jeans [size up one, wearing a 28] // BP Top [size down, wearing in small but could do XS] / Aquatalia Booties [TTS, size 8]
Hit: Kut from the Kloth Reese Jeans
Kut from the Kloth Reese Jeans [size down if in between, wearing in 4 but could do 2] // Adidas Sneakers [true to size]
Hit: AG Boyfriend Jeans
AG Boyfriend Jeans [true to size, wearing in 28 but could do my normal size of 27] // Steve Madden Sneakers [true to size]
Hit: Kut from the Kloth Meg Jeans
Kut from the Kloth Meg Jeans [size down if in between, wearing in 2] // Halogen Tee [size up one, wearing in medium] // Aquatalia Booties [true to size]
Hit: Kut from the Kloth Boyfriend Jeans
Kut from the Kloth Jeans [size down, wearing a 2] / Treasure & Bond Sweater [size down, wearing an XS] / Steve Madden Booties [true to size]
Hit: Kut from the Kloth Jeans
Kut from the Kloth Jeans [TTS, wearing size 4] / Caslon Sweater [TTS, wearing small] / Aquatalia Booties [TTS, size 8]
Hit: Good American Jeans
Good American Jeans [TTS, wearing a 28 but could do 27] / Caslon Top [TTS, wearing a small] / Adidas Shoes [ TTS, 8] / Kurt Keiger Belt Bag
Hit: Levi Jeans
Levi Jeans [size up, wearing 28] // Top Shop Sweater [TTS, wearing small] // Paul Green Booties [TTS, 8]
Cassidy’s Hits [5’4″, normally size small/4, currently 28 weeks pregnant]
Kut From The Kloth Raw Hem Jeans
Open Edit Mock Neck Top [TTS, wearing in size small and 28 weeks pregnant] / Caslon Multicolored Striped Sweater [TTS, wearing in size small] / Kut From The Kloth Raw Hem Jeans [Size down one, wearing in size 6 due to being 28 weeks pregnant] / Paul Green Booties [TTS, wearing size 8]
Absolutely love Kut from the Kloth while pregnant! The stretch is like no other! 🙌🏻
Treasure + Bond Satin Pants
Free People Oversized Plaid Blazer [TTS, wearing in size small] Frame Ribbed Tank [TTS, wearing in size small]/ Treasure + Bond Satin Pants [Size up if in between, wearing in size small and 28 weeks pregnant] / Franco Sarto Ankle Strap Pumps [TTS, wearing in size 8]
Treasure + Bond Wide Leg Pants
Open Edit Mock Neck Top [TTS, wearing in size small and 28 weeks pregnant] / Treasure + Bond Wide Leg Pants [TTS, wearing in size small and 28 weeks pregnant] / Sam Edelman Pumps [TTS, wearing size 8]
Free People Maxi Skirt
Madewell Cap Sleeve Sweater [TTS, wearing in size small and 28 weeks pregnant] / Free People Maxi Skirt [Sized up due to being 28 weeks pregnant, wearing size 6] / Paul Green Booties [TTS, wearing size 8]
BP Parachute Pants
Rails Cashmere Star Sweater [TTS, wearing in size small] / BP Parachute Pants [TTS, wearing in size small]
Katy’s Hits [5’4″ / Size XS, S or 2]
If I could only pick one…AG Ex-Boyfriend Ripped Jeans
AG Ex-Boyfriend Ripped Jeans [size down, wearing 25] // Nordstrom Signature Long Sleeve Tee [size down, wearing XS] // Nike Court Vision Alta Sneaker [true to size]
Liverpool Trousers
Liverpool Blazer [true to size] // Liverpool Kelsey Knit Trousers [size down if in between] // Heels [true to size] // Dolce Vita Sneakers [size down .5] // Sweater Tank [true to size] // Graphic Tee [true to size]
Zella Studio Luxe High Waist Flare Ankle Pants
Zella Studio Luxe High Waist Flare Ankle Pants [size up if in between, wearing small] // Nike Airmax 270 Sneaker [true to size] // Nike Phoenix Fleece Crewneck Sweatshirt [true to size, wearing XS]
Mother Ripped Mid Rise Slim Jeans
Thread & Supply Dad Jacket [true to size, wearing XS] // Halogen Crewneck T-Shirt [true to size, wearing XS] // Mother Ripped Mid Rise Slim Jeans [size down if in between, wearing 26 could do 25] // Steve Madden Haylan Chelsea Boot [true to size, wearing 8]
Good American Chewed Ankle Skinny Jeans
Good American Chewed Ankle Skinny Jeans [true to size, wearing 2]
Kut From The Kloth Rachael Fab Ab High Waist Raw Hem Jeans
Kut From The Kloth Rachael Fab Ab High Waist Raw Hem Jeans [size down, wearing 0] // Caslon V Neck Pocket Tee [true to size, wearing XS] // Steve Madden Haylan Chelsea Boot [true to size, wearing 8]
Frame Le Crop Raw Hem Jeans
Frame Le Crop Raw Hem Jeans [true to size, wearing 26] // Madewell Crewneck Sweater [size up, wearing small] // Birkenstock Sandals [true to size]
Hannah [5’2″ / Size XS, 0 or 2 in Bottoms]
If I had to pick one… Kut from the Kloth Donna High Rise Ankle Jeans
Kut from the Kloth Donna High Waist Ankle Jeans [Size down if in between, wearing in 0] // Booties [Size down .5] // Long Sleeve [TTS, wearing in XS] // Mules [TTS]
Kut from the Kloth Reese Straight Leg Jeans
Kut from the Kloth Reese Straight Jeans [TTS, wearing in 2] // V Neck Tee [Size down if in between, wearing in XS but would prefer XXS] // Sneakers [TTS]
Kut from the Kloth Donna Raw Hem Ankle Skinny Jeans
Kut from the Kloth Donna Raw Hem Jeans [Size down if in between, wearing in 0] // Mules [TTS] // Striped Button Up Shirt [Size down if in between, wearing in 0]
Lauren [5’6″, 8/10]
If I could only pick one… Mother The Dazzler Ripped Mid Rise Ankle Slim Jeans
Mother The Dazzler Ripped Mid Rise Ankle Slim Jeans [TTS, wearing 31 but would prefer 30] // Steve Madden Cassady Loafer Mule
Kut from the Kloth Rachael Fab Ab High Waist Raw Hem Jeans
Kut from the Kloth Rachael Fab Ab High Waist Raw Hem Jeans [size down one, wearing in 8]
Good American Good Classic Chewed High Waist Ankle Skinny Jeans
Good American Good Classic Chewed High Waist Ankle Skinny Jeans [size down one, wearing in 8]
Steph’s Hits – 5’4″, Size 10 in bottoms, M/L in tops
If I could only pick one… Spanx High Waist Faux Suede Leggings
Spanx High Waist Faux Suede Leggings [Size up if between, wearing in L] / Treasure & Bond Plaid Boyfriend Shirt [Size down if between, wearing in M in Ivory Multi Fiona Plaid and Grey- Black Avery Plaid] / Steve Madden Havannah Pointed Toe Bootie [TTS, wearing in Mushroom] / Zella Anya Pullover [TTS, wearing in M in Olive Night] / ON Cloudswift Running Shoe [TTS, wearing in Alloy/ Glacier] / Blanc Noir Mastermind 2.0 Jacket [Size up if between, wearing in L] / New Balance 327 Sneaker [TTS, wearing in Reflection/ Vintage Teal] / Caslon Chambray Shirt [TTS, wearing in L for oversized] / BP Bodysuit [Size up wearing in L]
Hit: Madewell Kick Out Crop Mid Rise Jeans
Madewell Kick Out Crop Mid Rise Jeans [Size down, wearing in 28] / Caslon Gathered Yoke Popover Top [TTS, wearing in M] / Steve Madden Havannah Pointed Toe Bootie [TTS, wearing in Mushroom] / Treasure & Bond V Neck Sweater [Size down if between, wearing in M] / Treasure & Bond Plaid Boyfriend Shirt [Size down if between, wearing in M in Ivory Multi Fiona Plaid and Grey- Black Avery Plaid] / Treasure & Bond Speckled Sweater [Size down if between, wearing in M]
Hit: Kut from the Kloth Donna Skinny Jeans
Kut from the Kloth Donna Skinny Jeans [Size down if between, wearing in 8] / Steve Madden Havannah Pointed Toe Bootie [TTS, wearing in Mushroom]
Devon’s Hits: 5’8”, size 2 in bottoms and S in tops
If I could only pick one… Kut from the Kloth
Kut from the Kloth Jeans [size down, wearing a 0] / Free People Sweater not part of NSale[TTS, wearing S] / Steve Madden Boots [TTS, wearing 8]
Halogen Trousers [TTS, wearing 2] / BP Butter Tank Bodysuit [TTS, wearing a small] / Schutz Sandals [TTS, wearing 8]
Jen’s Hits [5’7″, Size 6 or M]
If I could only pick one…Kelsey Fab Ab High Waist Ankle Flare Jeans Kut from the Kloth
Kelsey Fab Ab High Waist Ankle Flare Jeans Kut from the Kloth [size down one, wearing 4] // Sweater // Birks
Hit: PAIGE Cindy Raw Hem High Waist Ankle Straight Leg Jeans
PAIGE Cindy Raw Hem High Waist Ankle Straight Leg Jeans [true to size, wearing 28] // Birks
Claire’s Hits [5’5″, size M/L or 10]
If I could only pick one… Good American Ankle Skinny
Madewell Striped Tee [TTS, wearing Large but could do a medium] // Good American Denim [size down if in between] // Steve Madden Loafers [TTS]
HIT: Mother The Dazzler Ripped Mid Rise Ankle Slim Jeans
Free People Sweater [cropped, I sized up to a L for a longer fit!] / Mother Denim [size down if in between, lots of stretch!] / Dolce Vita Loafers [TTS]
Debbie’s Hits [5’6″, Size Small or 4]
Kut From The Kloth Catherine Boyfriend Jeans
Kut From The Kloth Catherine Boyfriend Jeans [size down]
Good American Good Waist Corduroy Wide Leg Palazzo Pants
Good American Good Waist Corduroy Wide Leg Palazzo Pants [true to size]
Ashley’s Hits [5’8″, Size Medium or 4]
Pistola Monroe High Waist Crop Cigarette Jeans
Pistola Monroe High Waist Crop Cigarette Jeans [true to size, wearing 26]
MISSES
Erin’s Misses
Miss: Kut from the Kloth Jeans
Kut from the Kloth Jeans [size down if in between, wearing in 4 but could do 2] // Loafers [true to size]
Cassidy [5’4″, normally size small/4, currently 28 weeks pregnant]
Zella Cargo Pants
Billabong Striped Sweater [TTS, wearing in size small and 28 weeks pregnant] / Zella Cargo Pants [Sized up due to being 28 weeks pregnant, wearing in medium]
I just didn’t love where these pants hit me! I had them on my wish list and wanted to love them so badly, but it just wasn’t it! I also found it tricky to figure out what shoes to pair with them!
Hannah [5’2″ / Size XS, 0 or 2 in Bottoms]
Kut from the Kloth Rachael Raw Hem Jeans
Kut from the Kloth Rachael Jeans [Size down if in between, wearing in 2 but need 0] These were NOT made for Petite girls
Steph’s Hits – 5’4″, Size 10 in bottoms, M/L in tops
Miss: Free People Pants
Open Edit Mock Neck Rib Sweater [Size up, wearing in L] / Free People Pants [Size down if between, wearing in M and still very roomy] / Sam Edelman Viv Pointed Toe d’Orsay Pump [TTS]
I had such high hopes for these pants, but those pleats are facing the wrong direction to be flattering on my frame. Talk about highlighting the crotch!
Katy’s Misses [5’4″, Size XS or 2]
Miss: Halogen Wide Leg Trousers
Halogen Wide Leg Trousers [true to size, wearing XS]
As much as I loved these trousers, they were just way too long for me at 5’4″! Even in heels!
Miss: FP Movement Way Home Skort
Nike Dri-FIT Bliss Bomber Jacket [size up, wearing small] // FP Movement Way Home Skort [true to size, wearing XS] // Nike Airmax 270 Sneaker [true to size]
FP shorts on sale during the anniversary sale? WIN. A skort that feels like I’m a walking pack of tissue paper? Fail. 😂
Miss: Levi’s Ribcage Ribbed Ankle Straight Leg Jeans
Levi’s Ribcage Ribbed Ankle Straight Leg Jeans [size down, wearing 25]
While I’ve loved these jeans on others and was inspired to try them, the overall fit did nothing for my body type and I didn’t find them comfy!
Jen’s Misses [5’7″, Size 6]
Miss: Topshop Kort Ripped Straight Leg Jeans
Topshop Kort Ripped Straight Leg Jeans
Hello Pancake Butt, no thanks!
Claire’s Misses [5’5″, size M/L or 10]
Paige Ankle Straight Jeans
Urban Outfitters Button Up [runs large, size down wearing M but could do a Small] // Paige Denim [TTS, wearing 30] // Steve Madden Loafers [TTS]
I loved the look of these jeans online, but on my body… not so much. They were an awkward length [maybe a little too long for 5’5″?] and didn’t do much for my tummy region. With a $150 price tag, they were a pass for me!
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