A pair of printed shorts made un-cutesy with a black bodysuit and sassy leather mules.
Disclaimer: don’t wear this outfit in the direct summer sunshine. Especially if you’re in Kansas City this week, because sweet mother of heat indexes, it’s hot. But I love a bodysuit for summer nighttime look. This bodysuit from H&M has a high neck, and gives me Beyoncé in Single Ladies vibes. (Shop very similar and cheap versions here, here, and here.) I matched it up with printed twill shorts, which made for an un-precious pairing. (My favorite kind.) Orange statement earrings and round mirrored sunnies added more color, but black leather mules with stars and a Western buckle stole the show. While leather mules seem safe enough with a pair of jeans, I wanted to explore ’em with shorts. A little ridiculous, but definitely a cool edge.
Also, keep scrolling for some seriously good Nordstrom Anniversary Sale picksâ because today is the last day of early access. Starting tomorrow you can shop the sale whether you’re a Nordie’s cardholder or not. (And still enjoy the amazing fast + free shipping and returns.)
Shop the look:
I mentioned wearing these leather mules with denim, which is a killer pairing. (Especially if said jeans include a raw and/or staggered hem, like these gems.) Instant street style vibe. I also wore ’em with black cigarette trousers + classic with blouse at the office for a cooler-than-average work-appropriate outfit. The lesson? You can’t be afraid to remix.
#NSale Picks: Tops, Dresses, Bottoms, Shoes, and Jackets.
Tomorrow is the first day of public access to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. (Get those Visa’s ready!) Enjoy free shipping and returns, but shop soon: prices go up on August 8th (and your faves are likely to sell out way before then). I have all my picks here: from dresses to athleisure, I left no Nordie’s stone unturned. You can also find everything I’ve already curated included in the lists below for easy-browsing.
Tops + Dresses
My faves from this category: this blush + black floral top (totally works now and come fall!) and this crossover sweater (which comes in four colors).
Pants + Jeans
Who doesn’t need a re-up on denim every now and again? The sale has so many great pairs of jeans included, but I’ve listed my favorites here. I love the darker wash + ankle length of these Articles of Society jeans, and they’re less than $40 on sale. If you’re looking to score designer denim at a discount, I am a huge fan of Frame jeansâ this pair is a quintessential classic wash and the Frame fit makes that price tag a little easier to swallow. For something different, these faux leather olive green skinnies from BlankNYC are a must at $65.
Shoes + Boots
I never miss an opportunity to buy ankle boots because I get year-round use out of ’em. I wear them now with cutoff shorts and summer dresses, and then wear them later with denim and sweaters. I will be buying these suede bad boys because that gray is so wearable and I love the cutout detail. If you need an over-the-knee boot that doesn’t completely break the bank, these Halogen boots check that box and then some. OTK boots for about $100? Yes, go now.
Major Jacket Porn
I’m a sucker for a good jacket. Seriously cannot seem to buy enough. I already snapped up this faux leather moto (for $65, I was sold) in hunter green because I didn’t have anything this color in my jacket arsenal. If you’re looking for a real leather classic moto, this is your jam. And bomber jackets are huge, so I would recommend this version while it’s still in stock.
Beauty Must-haves
All the Accessories
Athleisure Goodies
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This is such a cool look! Love the printed shorts and those mules!
Jill
Doused In Pink
I was instantly obsessed with these mules! Thanks for swinging by, lady!
Those shoes are just so awesome – what a great addition to this!
Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines
I’m a huge mule fan, officially. 🙂 Have a great weekend, lady!
I think body suits are so sleek and sexy and this whole outfit just screams FUN!! Love it you cutie patootie!!
Thanks so much, Andrea!
What a fun outfit especially those shorts! I don’t have a Nordstrom card so you bet I will be taking advantage of the sale tomorrow =)
Happy shopping, lady- the sale is sooo good!
Cuter than CUTE!
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Rebecca
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Thanks, doll! Happy weekend!
I want those earrings they are so fab! Your whole look is fantastic and your styling choices were are right on point.
LaToya
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The earrings are fun, right? I couldn’t resist that bright orange!
Cute outfit! Love the print!
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Thanks for swinging by, Violette!
Body suits just cannot be beat! They are so nice to tuck into anything. Such fun shorts.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
They definitely create a nice clean line and minimize bunching- I’m loving ’em!
This sale is so deadly! I keep on adding new things every day to my shopping cart!
Oh my God, I’m on my 4th order and I need to BACK AWAY FROM THE COMPUTER, lol.
Fun chic look! The mules look very stylish.
xo
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Thanks, Carina!
Such cute shorts!
Christina ♥ https://caliope-couture.com
Thanks, lady!
Those shorts are amazing, what a fun print! And LOL at the disclaimer!
Green Fashionista
I mean, I felt it was necessary to say that a high-neck body suit should be reserved for cooler summer environments. 😉
Those printed shorts are so fun! And loving your sale picks….so many good ones!
The sale is good- and so dangerous! 🙂
Sweet mother of heat index!!! I laughed out loud! This look is awesome. I am loving the body suit… I wish I could rock one, but they just don’t work on me. You, on the other hand look amazing! Gorgeous mules too.
xx, Elise
http://www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com
Haha- it’s HOT HERE, lady- whaaaat can I say? 🙂 Thanks for swinging by- have an awesome weekend!
You look amazing, girlie! I need to get a bodysuit like this, they’re so much easier to work with, you don’t have to worry about it riding up (so annoying!). I love how it looks paired with those super cute shorts and leather mules, great styling, as always! I hope you have a wonderful day!
Xo,
Jalisa
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You look so beautiful, girlie! I love that bodysuit, I need to get a few, they’re so much easier to work with, you don’t have to worry about them riding up (so annoying!). I also love how they look worn with those shorts and those leather mules are so cute, too! Thanks so much for sharing, beauty, and I hope you’re having a great day so far!
Xo,
Jalisa
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You definitely need a body suit in your closet, lady- they’re so easy to work with! 🙂
Such a beautiful summer look! Love that floral shorts!
xo, Jane
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Thanks, babe!
Cool look, I love your shorts!!!
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Thanks, lady!
Both the shorts and glasses are so fun! Great pairing!
Shauna
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I had to have these round + mirrored sunglasses- they’re too good!
Such a cool look!!!!
Jaymie
Thanks, Jaymie!
I know I’d pass out in Louisiana during the day with that bodysuit lol. It would definitely be perfect for nighttime. Love those printed shorts!
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Nordstorm sale? You are lucky girl, nice choice!
Best
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Those mules are amazing!!You look amazing in this outfit. Totally rocking that body suit!
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This is a darling look. The heat is definitely unbearable, stay cool chica!
Rachel xo
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These shorts are soo cool! Lovely!
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Thechilicool
I think a bodysuit is perfect for the summertime. But I do agree that the black would be better at night. 🙂 Love the shorts you paired it with!
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I knew those were H&M shorts. Love the bootie/mules. I can’t stop shopping the #nsale – it is becoming a problem…
Lisa
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Thanks for keeping it real! (; I’m still terrified of body suits, but I LOVE how people style them!
Looks good on you1
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Mani Piñeiro
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Really loving the outfit.
You’ve got fantastic legs! I love the way these shorts look on you! so cute!
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love this whole look! and so excited about the NSale – such great deals!
love from San Francisco,
Britt+Whit
Such cute shorts! And I love these sunglasses. Love this fun look, Ashley!
xo, Rachel
A Blonde’s Moment
Those mules are so cool!
District of Chic
This heat has been unreal, right?!
The heat is no joke, I don’t go outside from 11-5. It’s too freaking hot! Love those jorts, so cute! This Nordi sale is so good!
Xoxo,
Whitney & Blaire
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Hi, really love your outfit !
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I love your smile, you are always so happy in your pictures and that body suit looks stunning on you! I love body suits, but they just dont suite me..
Hope you have a lovely wknd xx
This outfit is super cute! I am so excited about this sale
Filipa xxx
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You are looking super fabulous! I really love the bold & fun shorts. Your legs look amazing too. :]
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I can imagine that bodysuit would be hot in the daytime, but I love it for night! I love how it totally changes up the look of those cute shorts!
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“Sweet mother of heat indexes” haha!!! Awesome shorts and colors, lady!! XO
Lauren-Blair
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Love your style!
The Daily Delicacy
Love that short!
Lovely pictures 🙂
xx
You look amazing! How gorgeous are your shorts! I hope you have had a lovely day! It has been so hot recently! 🙂
Much love,
Marianne x http://www.beautiful-in-essence.blogspot.com
Those shorts are killer! Love them with a bodysuit!
Those shoes though! They are killer!
xo,
Angela
The pattern on those shorts are so cute, though not sure if I would have the guts to wear them, but whooee they look good on you!
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