Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale ~ Tops & Bottoms

It's that time of year again ~ the time that all deal loving girls wait for ~ Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale!  Yesterday (July 9th) started Early Access which is an exclusive period where Nordstrom Rewards Members can shop the sale prior to non-members. Not a Nordstrom Rewards Member? Not to worry, you’ll be able to view the sale (HERE) and make a shopping cart of your favorites during Early Access, you just won't be able to purchase them until all access begins July 17th. I've gone through the entire online sale catalog and curated my favorites which I think will also be your favorites. As your personal shopper I tried to make the searching part easier so you can just click and shop! Today's post features my picks of tops and bottoms. There are several wardrobe staples in this group ~ the perfect white buttondown, classic black ponte knit pants, dark-wash skinny jeans, spot-on boyfriend jeans and a chambray top (with a twist). Side note ~ many of the items below come in more than one color so if you're not crazy about the colors I picked click on the picture and it will take you to the site where there are more options. Stay tuned because Wednesday I'll be sharing my tops picks for shoes, boots, bags, sunnies and scarves and Friday is dresses and jumpsuits!

~ Happy Shopping!! ~

XO ~ Elizabeth

Closet Staple ~ White Jeans

Every woman needs at least one pair of white jeans in her wardrobe.  White jeans are perfect for spring and summer but can also be worn year-round with the right top, shoes and accessories.  Many women believe that white jeans make you look heavier, and that's just not true.  It's all about the fit not the color.  Anything that you wear that is too tight or too big will make you look heavier.  The key to finding the perfect jeans, no matter if they are white or regular denim, is trying them on.  Take several pair into the dressing room, different sizes and different cuts, and try them all on.  I know it's a pain but it's worth it when you find the perfect pair!  I would suggest once you find the perfect pair you buy two, one to hem to wear with flats and one to keep longer to wear with heels or to cuff (if they are skinny jeans).  I also love a good distressed pair too!

Do you own a pair (or two) of white jeans? If you don't, is it something you are planning on adding to your closet? XO Elizabeth

Mz Savvy Style Loves Athens ~ Encore ~ The LBD

There are wardrobe staples that every girl needs in her closet ~ dark wash jeans, two button down shirts, ballet flats, nude heels, cardigans, two to three pairs of tailored pants, boyfriend jeans, two skirts, simple t-shirts for layering, classic trench coat, basic accessories, black heeled knee boots, brown riding boots, wellies, jacket or blazer, black pumps and a LBD (little black dress).  As a personal stylist the wardrobe staples are the things that I focus on first when working with a client and then build out the rest of her wardrobe around them.

I'm always on the hunt for the perfect wardrobe staples to recommend to my clients and this LBD or little black dress is one that I'd love to have in my closet!  It's fit and flare styling is flattering on anyone as is the jersey fabric it's made of, the detailing of the cutouts around the neckline and hem ads interest without being overwhelming and...it has pockets, which is always a plus in my book!  When you are looking for a little black dress look for one that can easily be dressed up or down depending on the accessories you pair with it.  In this look I styled the LBD for a night out with a cool statement necklace, a lace-up heel, a graphic clutch and of course, a red lip!

What I'm Wearing ~

LBD: Susana Monaco c/o Encore Athens 

(more LBD's here and here)

Statement Necklace: Boho Gal c/o Encore Athens

Graphic Clutch: BCBGeneration c/o Encore Athens

Lace-up Cage Sandals (one of spring's hottest trends): BCBGeneration via T.J.Maxx

(similar here, here and here and this leopard print pair is at the top of my wish list!)

Red Lip: L'Oreal Colour Riche Lipstick in True Red

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XO Mz Savvy Style

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