Trunk Club #3 Reveal

Trunk Club #3 Reveal

With the Nordstrom Sale happening now, I requested my stylist send me a trunk with some sale items and also more Zella pants. For those who don't know, if something in your trunk goes on sale, if you have the app you can see the sale price refelcted there. Always check before you buy as well as they will price match for you.

My stylist sent me 10 options and I didn't remove any, I liked everything she put in my trunk!

Madewell Cruiser Straight Leg Jeans Dalton - returning - I didn't like the straight leg look, these need to be rolled. I liked the fit and color but I already have boyfriend style jeans and didn't need another pair. Overall, they just look too short on me.

Hinge Pleat Back Sweater - returning - So soft and comfy, I loved the back of it. Why trumpet sleeves why?? I hated the sleeves and overall it felt too big. My stylist and I are still working on my size it seems.
Wit & Wisdom super smooth stretch denim - keeping - I have never heard of this brand but they fit amazing and I am in need of darker wash jeans.

 

Calson Knit Cowl Neck Tunic - returning - I wanted to love this. I love the color and material. However, pockets on my hips (the widest part of me) were not doing me any favors

Zella Etoile pullover Sweatshirt - returning - Less sweatshirt feeling and more just like a thick shirt. I was torn over this one. I liked it...the off shoulder was annoying me but I'd have a work out shirt or tank on under it anyway. It wasn't baggy on my like the stock photo or how a sweatshirt would have been. I was actually in Nordstrom after I got my trunk and was drawn to a shirt in the workout section and then realized it was this haha. If I never saw the description and stock photo I may have felt differently about this. 

Zella midnight high waist cut out midi - Keeping - these didn't feel like a high waist to me, they were a comfortable fit and I loved the cut outs.  I wore them already and got tons of compliments!

Zella live in Midi Leggings  - returning- love the color of these (thin black and white stripes) and the length, but just too similar to pairs I have. Color up close in the picture below.

Midi Leggings Print

Zella live in Midi Leggings in green balsam- returning - this color made me look washed out and did nothing for me. It looked more light grey than a green to me. I didn't even take a picture in them.

Caslon side slit cowl neck tunic - returning - I wanted to love this but there's ribbed sleeves. I hate ribbing, which I have communicated before to my stylist.

Zella  live in reversible leggings - returning - I bought a pair of black long leggings in a previous trunk and these are too similar. I'm lost on the reversible aspect. In the stock photos one picture is black and the other is a fun print. These were black on both sides. I could turn all my pants inside out and call them reversible! What the heck. No picture, just black leggings.

I was disappointed that none of the comfy sweaters were keepers, maybe my next trunk will work out better for me! 

Interested in trying trunk club? CLICK HERE.

Trunk Club: How it Works & a Sneak Peek!

Trunk Club: My First Trunk!

Have you heard of trunk club? It's a service offered by Nordstrom where a stylist picks options and mails them to you. If you want to learn more, click TRUNK CLUB.

How it works:

My sister referred me to this service. My initial experience was really different than my sisters. I signed up with her stylist, answered some style and size questions, sent the stylist a message, and I was ready to go. Seemed odd...they didn't ask my price point, etc. My sister stated for her first box they talked on the phone about her price points, sizes, what she was looking for, and brands she liked. My sister did reach out to my stylist though and told her same style and price points as her so maybe that's part of it. My stylist messaged me back within an hour and had my trunk ready for me a few hours later.

I asked for a athletic wear trunk. I really just need to throw out all my work out clothes and start over. I got some Zella pieces from the Nordstrom sale and really liked them. That's also a pretty easy request for a stylist so I didn't give her much detail to go on. I find that with other similar services as well if you are open to a general category versus wanting specific pieces you will have a greater chance of being happy with your trunk.
Note: Trunk club will be starting to charge a $25 fee in October that can be put towards your purchase but I got my request in a week prior to this so no charge!

Initial Fix Options:

My fix included 12 items total. Shipping and returns are free. You may be asked to pay a $25 fee that will be put towards your purchase. Your stylist will send you pictures of what she has picked for you and then you have the option to remove. You can leave comments on all options. I only commented on the items that I removed to let her know why. There were three pairs of similar shoes; a white pair, a pleather pair, and a black quilted pair. I removed all but the quilted pair. It's almost winter and not white shoe weather and I have no idea what I would have worn the pleather pair with. When you remove an item you don't get a preview of the replacement, they just ship it out. My trunk shipped the next day.

The next step it to try it all on, keep what I like, and return what I don't. Stay tuned for my reveal in my next blog post!

Sneak Peek:

The items I will be receiving are below, along with two "mystery" items to replace the shoes.

What do you think of the options?

Stay tuned for my reveal post once I receive my trunk!

Want to see more reviews? Check out my sister's trunk reviews on her blog:

Why Won't Mom Clean the Basement.

Nordstrom Summer Clearance Sale Favorites

My Favorites from the Nordstrom Summer Sale

As if I didn't buy enough at the semi-annual sale, the Nordstrom summer sale is now upon us. The best thing about Nordstrom is free shipping and returns. This comes in handy when I need a dress for a special event, I order lots and keep only the one I like best (or the two I like best...). In summary, go crazy! Nordstrom also recently started a rewards program. I used my $10 free credit for signing up on the last sale. So sign yourself up and let's get shopping!

First things first before shopping: ebates. It's not a scam. You click through ebates and earn money back. It's so easy and I've earned an embarrassing amount due to online shopping. Nordstrom right now is 2% back. If you're not a member already use my link for $10 off a $25 purchase: CLICK HERE!


Ok, now we are ready to shop! (In a list format because I love lists).

1. NYDJ (Not Your Daughter's Jeans)

'Clarissa' Colored Stretch Ankle Skinny Jeans (Regular & Petite)

You need these in your life. NYDJ fit amazing and I swear make you look a size smaller. I love the white ones because they are not see-through! These are currently 40% off. Stock up on all the colors, ALL OF THEM! They will look cute with booties throughout the fall and then continue to wear them with boots in the winter so no one can tell they only come to your ankle.

Was: $110.00

Now: $55.00

50% OFF

 

 

 

 

 

2. KUT from the Kloth Jeans

'Catherine' Distressed Stretch Boyfriend Jeans (Yearn) (Regular & Petite)

I received these jeans in a stitch fix box (boo paying full price). They are currently 40% off. I love them. Just the right amount of distress. The fabric has some stretch and BONUS you could potentially size down. KUT jeans seems to stretch a little on me as I wear them. Or a reason to rationalize a belt purchase.

Was: $89.00

Now: $53.40

40% OFF

 

 

 

 

3. Pleione Top

High/Low V-Neck Mixed Media Top (Regular & Petite)

I love the different color and pattern options of this shirt. It's a versatile shirt that can be dressed up or down. Throw on a cardigan and continue to wear it into the colder weather. The fabric and fit is also very flattering. I ordered it in the sky blue/pink floral print.

Was: $48.00

Now: $23.98

50% OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4. Topshop Leather Jacket

Faux Leather Biker Jacket

Was: $90.00

Now: $60.00

33% OFF

YOU NEED THIS IN YOUR LIFE! I know you're thinking what will I wear this with. The answer is EVERYTHING. That is all.

5. Bobeau Cardigan

One-Button Fleece Wrap Cardigan 

Was: $58.00

Now: $39.90

30% OFF

I bought 4 of these cardigans last year (looked cute with my pregnant belly) and they are soooo soft and comfy and still holding up great despite repeated washing! They are worth this price but I bet they will be even cheaper around the holidays. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 6. Vince Camuto Bootie

'Campina' Bootie (Women) (Nordstrom Exclusive)

Was: $148.95

Now: $109.90

25% OFF

 I  love these but I did not buy them and I convinced my sister to send them back. Someone needs them though. They are so cute I just can't get past the "holes." Do you go barefoot? Do you wear socks? I can't own these without knowing those answers.

 

 

 

 

 

7. Louise et Cie Shoes

'Abri' Pointy Toe Ghillie Flat (Women)

Was: $128.95

Now: $77.37

40% OFF

Pointy toed shoes with lacing are so popular right now. Pair these with a pair of skinnies for a fashionable fall look. 

 

 

 

 

 

What are some of your favorites from the Nordstrom Summer Clearance Sale? Comment below!