Nordstrom Anniversay Sale Picks

 The Nordstrom Anniversary sale is finally here! Although the sale has already been going on for card members, the sale is now officially open to the public and prices will return to normal on August 4th. It's Nordstrom's best sale of the year which means these items are at amazingly low prices and going fast, so don't wait!

 

Above are some of my favorite picks from this year's sale. Those Sam Edelman lace up heels would be PERFECT for work in the Fall and Winter and the Kendra Scott Danielle earrings pictured are marked down to $39... be still my heart.

 

 

What did y'all pick up from the anniversary sale?!

 

Mother's Day Gift Guide

Can you believe it's almost May?! I'm still trying to wrap my head around it.

The month of May means Mother's Day- May 11th is coming up fast, which means it's time to start thinking about how you're going to show your appreciation to your amazing mother. 

Sometimes we all have trouble finding the perfect gift for mom- not because moms are hard to shop for but because they are so important to us that the gift has to be just right. Here's a few gift ideas for every type of mom and all kinds of budgets:

1. The 'Forever Busy' Mom

Perfect gifts for moms who are always on the go:

 May Books- Daily planners, journals, calorie trackers, address books and more // Lori Leigh Travel Jewelry Case // Kindle Paperwhite // Mophie Portable Phone Charger // Michael Kors Watch

Others: Gigi New York Personalized Phone Case // Gigi New York To-Do List  // Kate Spade iPad Cover // Pink Garden Tools Set

2. The 'Chef/Entertainer'

For moms who always seem to be in the kitchen or hosting get togethers with friends:

 Kitchen-aid Mixer // Griddle/Panini Press // Paula Deen's Southern Cooking Bible // Bar Gadget Set // Labeled Seasoning Rack 

 Others: Frigidaire 8 Bottle Wine Cellar // Margaritaville Frozen Drink Maker // Stackable Wine Rack //  Electric Wine Bottle Opener

3. The 'Healthy' Mom

 For the mother who prioritizes fitness and healthy living:

 Nutribullet // Fit Bit- Activity and sleep tracker // Nike Featherlite Dri Fit Cap // Bose Sport Headphones // Flip Belt- The best way for her to store phone/keys on a run or at the gym

Others: Perfect Portions Food Scale // Nike Running Shirt // Muscle Therapy Foam Roller // Yoga Mat

4. Classic Gifts for Mom 

Not sure what category she fits into? These classic gifts will please any mom:

Medellin Tote // Bath Caddy // Tory Burch Robinson Continental Wallet // UGG 'Nala' Slipper // Kate Spade New York Seaport Pearl Studs // Tory Burch Perfume Gift Set // James Avery Heart Knot Bracelet // Nator 'Nirvana' Robe

Most moms will agree that Mother's Day is not about how much you spend or what you get them as much as it's about the gesture of appreciation and being together. However, I highly doubt she'll complain about receiving any of the items on this list ;)