#NSale: bought, kept, returned

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With tomorrow’s impending NSale Public Access, I wanted to give you an update on the things I purchased, fit, quality, and honesty regarding what landed in my closet.

Here are some of the things that I covered when the cardholder access began.

This outfit

  • Gibson victorian mock turtleneck swiss dot blouse – kept
    • Fit – true to size and comes in petite, regular, and plus
    • Quality – medium to high. The sheer, delicate fabric will snag easily, but it’s part of what makes it gorgeous
  • Good American Good Legs High Waisted Jeans – kept (one of my favorites!)
    • Fit – true to size for me and comes in sizes 00-24 – this is one of the things I love about GA!
    • Quality – high – I get a lot of thigh rub, I’m not going to lie. These jeans have withstood the test of that for me and feel incredible, too!
  • Sole Society Leopard Blanket Scarf – kept (and bought another as a gift)
    • Fit – one size fits all, but it is extremely oversized, so be prepared for that
    • Quality – high – it is a thick, soft, fabric that will be comfortable all day long
    • I wanted this last year and couldn’t justify spending $45 on it, so I was very excited to see it in the sale!
  • Blondo Eliza Waterproof Booties – kept
    • Fit – true to size or size down a half size if the option exists
    • Quality – high – I wasn’t sure what to expect from waterproof booties but these feel like a high quality, thick leather fabric rather than a rubbery or silicon-y texture. They’re very durable and will likely last me through the harsh Minnesota winters

 

This outfit

  • Halogen Long Sleeve Crewneck (regular) or Turtleneck (plus) Sweater – kept
    • Fit – true to size and comes in regular and plus
    • Quality – high – the fabric is so soft and thick! It may pill slightly due to softness but it’s nothing that can’t be remedied by a fabric shaver.
  • Good American Good Legs High Waisted Jeans – kept (one of my favorites!)
    • Fit – true to size for me and comes in sizes 00-24 – this is one of the things I love about GA!
    • Quality – high – I get a lot of thigh rub, I’m not going to lie. These jeans have withstood the test of that for me and feel incredible, too!
  • Blondo Eliza Waterproof Booties – kept
    • Fit – true to size or size down a half size if the option exists
    • Quality – high – I wasn’t sure what to expect from waterproof booties but these feel like a high quality, thick leather fabric rather than a rubbery or silicon-y texture. They’re very durable and will likely last me through the harsh Minnesota winters

 

This outfit (see above) PLUS BaubleBar Ciena Pave Earrings

 

This outfit

  • Leith Longline Cardigan  – kept (one of my favorites)
    • Fit – true to size and comes in regular and plus
    • Quality – high – the fabric is so soft! It may pill slightly due to softness but it’s nothing that can’t be remedied by a fabric shaver.
  • Spanx Faux Leather Leggings – kept (one of my favorites!)
    • Fit – true to size for me although some recommend sizing up. They come in regular , plus, and petite regular and petite plus.
    • Quality – high – I was honestly not expecting to keep or like these on my body. Surprisingly, the inside feels like the inside of a swimsuit when it sucks you in and is kind of like a nice mesh. I was all about them! They’re going to be one of my favorites all fall and winter.
  • Caslon Long Sleeve Tee (tissue type tee) – kept (and went back for another color!)
    • Fit – true to size or size up if you want a more oversized, comfy fit to wear with leggings. Available in regular or plus. They’re a bit more expensive than the BP. tees this year, but I’ve heard that the BP tees are sooooo short compared to years’ past.
    • Quality – high – definitely way nicer than your average t-shirt and will wash nicely. In my experience, tissue tees tend to last a bit longer as they’re woven really nicely. I bought the white with black stripes to add dimension and black, as well.

 

This outfit

  • BP. Cardigan Sweater – kept
    • Fit – oversized – can size down one or do true size for a more cozy, oversized fit. It comes in regular and plus . I did get my true size in almost every brand, which is a size smaller than I usually wear in BP. tops.
    • Quality – high – the fabric is thick and cozy! It feels like it will wear really well all season. My BP. sweaters from sales past are still in great shape. I think that will be the case here, too.
  • 1822 Denim – Adrianna skinny jeans (not part of the sale and I can’t find them anywhere online currently!)
    • Fit – size down one
    • Quality – medium to high – I feel like there are moments when the thigh could rip out any minute, TBH, but no thigh pillage as of yet, so that’s good!
  • Caslon Long Sleeve Tee (tissue type tee) – kept (and went back for another color!)
    • Fit – true to size or size up if you want a more oversized, comfy fit to wear with leggings. Available in regular or plus. They’re a bit more expensive than the BP. tees this year, but I’ve heard that the BP tees are sooooo short compared to years’ past.
    • Quality – high – definitely way nicer than your average t-shirt and will wash nicely. In my experience, tissue tees tend to last a bit longer as they’re woven really nicely. I bought the white with black stripes to add dimension and black, as well.
  • Steve Madden Jillian Booties – returned
    • Fit – true to size
    • Quality – high – I loved the look and color of the booties. The quality was also great! I just didn’t think they’d be comfortable for days running to meetings or errands on my feet as the arch is steeper than I like.

 

This outfit

  • BP. Bishop Sleeve Blouse – returned
    • Fit – true to size or size up if you have a long torso. Comes in regular and plus  and a couple of really pretty colors! I didn’t love the fit on me because of my long torso and pear shape. The bottom of the top hit me right at my hips, which are the widest part of my body and I do not personally like to accentuate it. I think it’s adorable on the models online and other people. I wish that it had worked for me!
    • Quality – medium – the fabric felt a bit crepey and could pill easily.
  • 1822 Denim – Adrianna skinny jeans (not part of the sale and I can’t find them anywhere online currently!)
    • Fit – size down one
    • Quality – medium to high – I feel like there are moments when the thigh could rip out any minute, TBH, but no thigh pillage as of yet, so that’s good!
  • Steve Madden Jillian Booties – returned
    • Fit – true to size
    • Quality – high – I loved the look and color of the booties. The quality was also great! I just didn’t think they’d be comfortable for days running to meetings or errands on my feet as the arch is steeper than I like.

 

 

This outfit

  • BP. Everyday V-Neck Sweater – returned
    • Fit – true to size or size up if you have a long torso. Comes in regular and plus . Once again, I didn’t love the fit on me because of my long torso and pear shape. The bottom of the top hit me right at my hips (again).
    • Quality – medium – the fabric wasn’t the thickest or best constructed, but it was incredibly soft and cozy! I personally think we’ll see similar sweaters at other retailers who offer good discounts in the future and you can score this look for less then.
  • 1822 Denim – Adrianna skinny jeans (not part of the sale and I can’t find them anywhere online currently!)
    • Fit – size down one
    • Quality – medium to high – I feel like there are moments when the thigh could rip out any minute, TBH, but no thigh pillage as of yet, so that’s good!
  • Steve Madden Jillian Booties – returned
    • Fit – true to size
    • Quality – high – I loved the look and color of the booties. The quality was also great! I just didn’t think they’d be comfortable for days running to meetings or errands on my feet as the arch is steeper than I like.

 

 

This outfit

  • Treasure & Bond Mock Neck Sweater – returned
    • Fit – true to size. Comes in regular and plus . I expected the sweater to be a bit longer – like a tunic. It was longer than the everyday v-neck above but it wasn’t quite tunic, wear with leggings length either. I had my heart set on getting it in the burgundy color and that order got cancelled. I tried the red ochre color but it wasn’t love.
    • Quality – high – the sweater is incredibly well-constructed and substantial! To me, it felt more like a $100-$150 priced sweater in terms of its construction and design.
  • 1822 Denim – Adrianna skinny jeans (not part of the sale and I can’t find them anywhere online currently!)
    • Fit – size down one
    • Quality – medium to high – I feel like there are moments when the thigh could rip out any minute, TBH, but no thigh pillage as of yet, so that’s good!
  • Steve Madden Jillian Booties – returned
    • Fit – true to size
    • Quality – high – I loved the look and color of the booties. The quality was also great! I just didn’t think they’d be comfortable for days running to meetings or errands on my feet as the arch is steeper than I like.

 

Not pictured on me, but also bought, received, and loved: the infamous Steve Madden Feather Studded Loafers!

    • Fit – true to size
    • Quality – high – really well-made and look fantastic!

 

I have one order with about five items that hasn’t arrived yet, but will keep you posted on what I think about those items.

Happy shopping public access, my friends! Feel free to leave me comments or send me a DM on Instagram or Facebook with any questions!

sign-off by heather from north star notes