The costs of these brushes are so affordable which I love! I am not a professional makeup artists so I’m not looking to drop a boat load of cash on brushes.  These give you that professional feeling without breaking the bank! I’m gonna stop there… I could go on and on, in fact I have already.  If you want to know more about Sigma brushes and the ones I have you can read all about their brushes/ products here, here, here, and here! LOL

As I know you’re all aware of, the Nordstrom Anniversary sale is on NOW! (If you missed my post about the sale you can read that here) There are so many amazing deals on clothes, shoes, handbags, accessories and cosmetics! This year Sigma has joined in on the fun and has partnered with Nordstrom for some exclusive deals… if you thought the prices were good before, wait for these… you ready?!

• Brilliant & Spellbinding Eye Shadow Palette – In-Store & Online – $25(In store price for Canadians) Click here to shop!
• Innovation Duo – In-Store & Online – $35 (In store price for Canadians) – Click here to shop! Products included: Sigma Spa Express Brush Cleaning Mat & 3DHD Kabuki

• Classically Beautiful Brush Set – Online Only – $50 Click here to shop!
  Brushes included: E40, E45, E06, F82

• Free full-size E56 Shader with $50 purchase – Online Only

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Typically I don’t get to take advantage of the NSale as we do not have a Nordstrom here in YQR but this year I just happened to be in Vancouver the day the early access went live so let me tell you I took FULL advantage of this!  Unfortunately, the sale is only open to Canadians in store, booooo  But, if you happen to live in the United States or have a shipping address to the U.S you’re in luck!! I did a huge dressing room try on session for you guys!

First things first… you will quickly notice these photos are not like any of the other photos.  I can already picture Brandon’s face as he sees these photos, hahaha! If you don’t know, Brandon is my very talented photographer (and love) and takes 99.9% of my photos so you can imagine how he feels about my iPhone dressing room photos LOL

Remember this Free People sweater? It costs nearly $100…

I do love my Free People sweater but I’m not all about that price tag. I found the best dupe for $31!! It comes in 3 colors, too- black, grey and cream! I got a medium.
Sale price: $31.90
After sale: $49.00

I LOVE the sleeves on this sweater!!! I’m wearing a size small in the sweater and a 25 in the jeans which were a bit too big.  I would definitely size down in the denim.

A leather jacket is a fall staple but sometime it’s just not in the budget. Enter this vegan leather jacket. The fit and feel are just as awesome as the price! Also, how darling is the little striped peplum sweater… I didn’t purchase it and I’m regretting it big time!!!!

Okay… I will admit I went a little cray cray with the jackets but seriously the prices are just too good! I had this exact jacket in my cart last Nsale and it was gone before I could check out. I’ve since had it in my cart several times but just didn’t want to pay full price!! I finally got my hands on it and there was NO WAY I was letting it go!! I’m wearing a size small.
Sale price: $169 After sale: $254

Okay… so I went a little crazy but seriously it is SUCH a good time to stock up on fall items at amazing prices!!
If you have any questions about sizing, material, washing instructions, anything like just send me a DM on Instagram! I’m doing a story showing ALL the stuff I actually bought so stay tuned!
Happy Shopping!

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Well my friends, it’s that time of year again.  The annual Nordstrom Anniversary Sale!  Also known as #Nsale as it is referred to on social media.  Ohhhh just typing those words gets me jacked up, I mean seriously who doesn’t love a good sale?!  This one in particular is one of my favorites.  SO, what exactly is so special about this sale you may ask? Good question!  This sale is unique because Nordstrom releases all of their brand-new Fall merchandise and it’s on sale… and I mean seriously on sale for for two weeks, July 14th-21st for Nordstrom Reward card holders and July 22nd to August 8th for non card holders to be exact, and then they return to full price.

If you’d like early access to the sale you can apply for the Nordstrom card here (Americans- Canadians, you will have to go to your local Nordsrom to get one)

I know we’re fluttering through summer as if Fall/Winter is years away, well I’m sorry to be the bearer of bad news… it will be here before we know it and you will be whining about paying full price for those booties you just HAVE to have.

SO what do you need to be prepared!? Follow along for some tips and tricks to make the best of the #Nsale!

DO:

Inventory!  Dig out your fall clothes (ugh, I know… so much work) and see what you’re working with.  Organize by items and color.  See what you have, what you’re lacking, and what needs to be replaced.  Like I mentioned before, this is an amazing time to build up those staple items in your closet without paying full price.

Set yourself a budget.  I know this first hand.  It’s really easy to let yourself get carried away especially when it’s a sale.  That constant little voice in the back of your mind saying you NEED it.  Refer back to your inventory and check if you actually do need it.  For me it’s grey sweaters… my lanta!! Get’s me every damn time.  I have way too many and I’ll be damned if I’m gonna make that mistake again. #liveandlearn

Purge. This week is a good time to purge some of those clothes that have been collecting dust.  Sell it on Facebook, Instagram, Varage Sale, or take it to a consignment store… every penny counts! Also, can we talk about how amazing purging feels?! I got rid of 3 garbage bags last week and it felt ah-ma-zing!  Think of all that room you will have for all your new goodies

DON’T

Buy on a whim.  Again, go in with a plan.  Know what you want and if you live by a Nordstrom, go in a try a similar item on.  Especially if you’re buying items such as jeans or shoes.  If you’re like me and don’t live by a Nordstrom (boo) search in your closet or ask your friends to try on their stuff for size!  Know your size in different brands so you’re prepared and feeling confident in your purchase… nothing worse than feeling nervous about the size as you wait for the package to arrive, you should feeling nothin’ but excitement as you wait for that special little gift to arrive… ah, like Christmas morning, right!??

Get sidetracked.  Stick to your section.  Don’t go to the perfume section if you’re not in the market.  You’re only teasing yourself and leading yourself into unnecessary hot water.

As if you’re not already excited, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Catalogue has been posted and… I literally can’t even!!!  Grab some wine and your notepad because girlllll it’s going down.

Stay tuned to see what’s on my wishlist… but for now get busy! You’ve got a lot of work to do before the sale on July 14th!

PS. I don’t know why but this commercial literally makes me howl.  Well done, Ikea, well done… #startthecar

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