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Anthropologie has their August arrivals online. During the “sneak peek” I added a bunch of items to my Anthro wishlist as well as my “Bella Wants Anthro” Pinterest Board. There are so many pretties during this roll-out.

I would say I am good on jeans but the Pilcro Stet Cropped Flare Jeans are some I just need to try. It didn’t help that I had a gift card still to use. The Pilcro Stet Jeans are some of my favorite pair so I have no doubt these will become my new favorite pair. I tried the Maeve Tesni Swing Tank on in the store over the weekend in the Blue Motif, which has lipsticks all over it. The size 6 was a great fit on me. Not too tight across the chest or digging at the armpits.

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As much as I loved a lot of the dresses, I have enough “party” in my closet. But, I did order the Bailey 44 Maren Midi Dress. I don’t own a trench coat or really even need one but I absolutely love the Eva Franco Ferryside Linen Trench in Raspberry. 

What are you loving from the new Anthropologie August roll-out?

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I shared my picks from J Crew Retail yesterday and today I have my Factory picks for the August arrivals.

I ordered the Quilted Wool Puffer Vest and the Metallic Elephant Sweatshirt during the Early Access period. I knew from previous years that 1) the best price for these vest are always during Early Access 2) they are 99% of the time excluded from all promos, including the 50% off ones and 3) this would probably sell out quickly, once people start to see it.

The print of the Pencil Skirt in Basketweave and Floral Piqué Dress is absolutely gorgeous IRL. And I can also tell you that I see no difference in the Printed Pleated Skirt or Pleated Skirt compared to the retail version.

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All these new arrivals are so exciting! And this list is only a part of it. I have so much more I want from the Factory store and you can find the rest of my picks on my Pinterest Board. It also has the rest of my J Crew Retail picks.

I will return this weekend with Fitting Room pics of some Factory items. Then you’ll see why I want so much from there!

Have a Great Day!

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New arrivals showed up yesterday and J Crew and Early Access for Factory happened today. My head was spinning as I looked back and forth between the two sites. Let’s talk J Crew retail new arrivals first. My store has a First Look event tonight but I don’t think I’ll be able to make it this time.

I absolutely LOVE the Marble Print. I don’t think I do light pink very well but this print has a nice mix of color that I think I can pull it off. I wish I was in an office because the No. 2 Pencil Skirt looks beautiful but the Chiffon Dress in Marble Print is probably the most practical of these items. I can’t justify paying $110 for a Poly sleeveless blouse. I see this transitioning to Factory in a more faded color.

Of course the Excursion Vest is always popular and I love the Irish Moss this year. I already have Black from several years ago and Navy from the Factory. And how does that Deep Burgundy color of the Downtown Field Jacket look? I love it! And I might just finally get a Midi Skirt since both the Pesto and Warm Sepia of the Micro-Pleated Midi Skirt are beautiful colors for Fall.

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Lastly, I have no reasons why but I absolutely NEED the Soft Lamé Shirtdress. 

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I want to see everything I can IRL before I decide on making any purchases. I did buy from the Factory today during Early Access. I’ll share those picks tomorrow.
What are your picks from the August roll-out? 

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Tory Burch has some beautiful browns and blues for Fall along with a Paisley print. She always knows how to mix it all together so well. For practical reasons I would probably get one of the tunics, and am leaning towards the Tunic with Taping. The Suede Shorts look beautiful online in the Brick color and give off a 70s vibe. I’ve seen the Silk Short Skirt in person and it’s even more beautiful than the pictures online show. I was a little leery about the large paisley print but it’s really nice IRL.

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I’ve purchased quite a few pieces over the last few seasons and have been extremely happy with them and the quality of each item. I wear my Zora Tee quite often and it’s held up really well. I was also able to find the Embroidered Tunic I had been stalking since Spring. It’s been great to wear to dinner and a graduation party.

I can’t really say the same about J Crew right now as several items I’ve purchased from Spring have ripped, have holes in them or have faded. I’m at the point where I really would rather pay more for a quality piece than what seems to be the “fast fashion” J Crew is putting out right now. Hopefully the shake-up from last month at headquarters will turn things around. Wishful thinking!

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You’re going to see a lot of posts from bloggers everywhere about the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. Early Access for card holders started July 9 and continues through July 16. Then the sale opens for everyone on July 17. You are required to validate your card before you can start shopping online during Early Access. Non-cardholders can still view the sale but only save items to purchase until the July 17 date. I like to order my items online and then pick-up in-store, if they are available. It ensures I get my items quickly. When you go into the store you’ll see white curtained areas set up where the Early Access cardholders can shop these items.

I earmarked a lot of pages when I received the catalog but my main purchase every year is my lotion.

The 32 oz alone is $55 so it’s a great deal for me. I use two bottles a year and usually get one for Christmas so the Anniversary Sale comes right on time to replenish. I will use the 8 oz as a fill-in if I run out too soon or use it to fill my travel size bottle. I wear less perfume than I do jewelry, especially since this lotion has enough scent to have people ask me what perfume I am wearing. I get that question a lot and I have asked, in the past, if it’s too strong or overpowering of a smell. I’m always told that it isn’t and that it smells nice and clean. I don’t layer it with the body wash and only rarely add a spritz of the Body Perfume. I’ve sampled the other scents but Amazing Grace is my absolute favorite and signature scent.

MamaBella saw a pair of flats by Halogen Olsen T-Strap Flats, so I’ve ordered those and they are on their way to her.

The Boy has picked these sneakers by Onitsuka Tiger. He wore his Ecco Eisner Sneakers all the time last year. I also like these by Creative Reaction.

I can’t leave out Husband. His new favorite brand of boxer briefs are on sale too. I’ll grab him a couple of pair of Tommy John Second Skin Trunks along with their V-Neck Tees. Did you know the trunks have a 4.9 out of 5 stars rating on the Nordstrom website? I spoke about them in this post as a great gift for Father’s Day. Now I can stock up for his birthday!

I’m still browsing the sale. I will probably stop in to the store today to see everything in person. I don’t really shop for Fall right now, even though there are some really good prices for boots and coats and bags.

Do you shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale for anything specific like I do?

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