What I Actually Bought at the #Nsale

It's totally overdone on social media, but public access is live as off 12:30 p.m. today for the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. And since I had to rebuy the gray Caslon sweater-jacket that I got last year because I somehow lost it {on November 11 to be exact. I remember the last time I wore it but it's no where to be found!}, I thought I'd share just the few things I picked up during card holder access.

First thing, super low no show socks. I know it's not the popular opinion, but I hate wearing booties without socks but I hate seeing socks even more. These are super low and no show, plus you can match your sock to your shoe. And for $9? Yes, please. These are great to wear with the black split ankle booties that I love, too. I wore these all year during fall and winter last year! So comfy and can be dressed up or down with jeans/leggings/dresses--it's one of the best pairs of shoes I've ever bought.

I'm loving this pretty Topshop sweater for fall, and I've reordered the gray drape-y sweater-jacket too. I really love this fun shorter pink piece to wear to work! Otherwise, nothing really was jumping out at me. As always, there's some great basic pieces but for the most part it's too warm to stock up on a ton of sweaters in my opinion. After four straight days of 100 degree temps, fall isn't exactly fresh on my mind.

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What I Bought at the After Party Sale | Jan 2019

The Lilly Pulitzer After Party Sale is still going on! I snagged a few great tops yesterday when it first began, and most are still available. I took a second look this morning because a few new items were released around 9 a.m., but nothing in particular sparked my interest. Typically, my tactic is to stick to items that are less than $50 each, because otherwise it doesn't feel like such a deal unless it's THE item I HAVE to have. My goal this sale was to get some green tops ahead of St. Patrick's season in Dublin. You can never have too much green around here! 

Essie Top in Bennett Blue Sneak A Beak 

Harbour Island Tunic in Multi Early Bloomer

Button Front Elsa Top in Multi Via Flora

Button Front Elsa Top in Inky Navy Bamboo Bash
*No longer available via Lilly Pulitzer site

Orella Wrap in Onyx Metallic
*No longer available via Lilly Pulitzer site

After Party Sale Roundup

With so many tips and tricks posts floating around the interwebs about the Lilly Pulitzer After Party Sale that started this morning, I thought I'd skip a blog post on that one and just shared my one piece advice with everyone: don't get your hopes too high. Although I've gotten some good things before, too often I've sat "in line" for hours and there have been little to nothing I would have wanted, or nothing in my size.

Luckily, this year was not the case. I was in line for just over three hours but walked away with some transitional pieces that I can wear into winter, and I'll probably be heading back for more as surprise pieces are released throughout the three days of the sale {so I'm guessing.}. Each item was around $40, which especially for dresses and silk tops is such a steal!

There are lots of everything, but I was really pleased at the amount of fall and winter items that were available. It's not just leftover summer. Plenty of cardis, cashmere, and more. Here's what I've snagged so far{I especially love the cardi in "Gilver" aka gold + silver!}:

The cardigan will go nicely over the silk tank with slacks for work, and I love a Lilly dress with riding boots and a vest when the weather cools off. I'd love a few more tops to wear layered, so if anything new pops up, let me know.

Speaking of fall, it's beautiful weather today in middle Georgia: crisp first thing this morning, and warm and windy this afternoon; loving it! And also praying for those across the country with devastating weather throughout the week.

Candle Combinations

Last weekend as I was walking out of Bath & Body Works, I realized I am truly a candle addict. I had a bit of a shopping bug that Saturday, and was hoping to pick up those last few summer pieces at Belk but couldn't stand the thought of trying anything on since their air conditioner was broken for the second week in a row and it was 95 degrees outside at 10 a.m.

So I wandered through the mall {a generous word to describe the current state of shopping options within the walls of the small-town center}, and saw that the BBW candles were on sale! Yay! My absolute favorite candles that are normally over $20 were on sale for $12.50, and were $10 for email subscribers. A little tid bit I've learned from my new BBW friends: their candles are now going on sale at least once a month, and the beautiful candle holders will only be marked down on Black Friday in November.

I've always felt that the fragrance in your home should be a continuation of the decor vibe. I like things to be crisp and clean, as well as warm and cozy, and I feel like this combination really hits the spot! Additional bonus: it matches our decor perfectly, and the marble accented jars have become new cotton ball holders in our master bath!

The Tea & Lemon scent smells just like a cold, large glass of sweet tea. It's perfect in the kitchen where I crave a clean scent that's strong enough to clear our cooking smells, but doesn't over power the entire house. Of course, I love this candle design too, with the alternating marble and wood stripes. I think I'm going to use these emptied glass containers in my upstairs guest bathroom for cotton balls and Q-tips.

The Cinnamon Spiced Vanilla candle hangs out in my living and dining rooms. I like that it's not as sugary sweet as some vanilla candles can be--I don't need my candle making me want cupcakes and cookies any more than I already do! It's still a 'clean' scent, in that it doesn't smell like the Pillsbury Dough Boy lives in my house. These jars are used in my dark blue master bath to hold small supplies.

The Honey Vanilla is upstairs in our master bedroom. It coordinates perfectly with our bedding and decor, and is just the right fragrance to settle in with after a long day. Plus, there's a cute new fall design, too!

There's a 3-wick candle sale that ends today--I love stocking up when these are on sale for $12.50 a piece when they're usually $22+. My hall closet is stacked full of candles, and empty jars to reuse throughout the house, too, which makes it seem like an even better deal when I get a cutesy container out of it!

How do you use your leftover candle containers?

Sip & See on 8/23

Local friends! Come shop my closet next Tuesday evening! There will be treats and drinks and lots of pretty things that need a new home. Wide variety, and great prices! Some items still have tags or have been worn just a few times. Hope to see you there!