Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, Save vs. Steal Edit.

Hello hello! We’re having a busy week over here as Bear starts virtual school tomorrow, but I’ve spent the last few days working on some finds for y’all! I know most of you love a good dupe as much as I do, and I wanted to find some even more affordable alternatives to Nordstrom Anniversary Sale items. Especially since a lot of the most popular sale items are already selling out. This gives us a way to get something really similar for less- win/win!

Many of the dupes here I already own, so I’ll share some details below each collage on sizing, fit, etc. I thought the best way to organize would be by outfit so visually, the collages make the most sense. But I also put a few round-ups at the bottom of the post (if you read here regularly then you’ve already seen them). I spent a long time making these collages (I’m very technologically challenged) so I hope you find them helpful! I’ll keep adding to this post as I create more “sale vs. steal” looks.

*Shop each image by clicking on the picture in the widget below the collage. If you notice a sale image isn’t pictured, it’s because the item has already sold out and I can no longer link it.

Unfortunately these “steal” jeans already sold out since sharing this image on Instagram a few days ago.
I own and love this sweater; the fit is so good and perfect for leggings or skinny jeans. It doesn’t ship Prime in this color, but I’ve found that most non-Amazon Prime items arrive sooner than expected. So it should be here before the first big cold front hits (in Texas anyway).
I don’t own the Amazon OTK boots, but several of my friends do and rave about them. I’ve seen them in person and they look like a designer pair.
I own this leopard-trim hat and wear it all the time in the fall. It’s the perfect color that matches everything and the band comes off if you don’t want the pop of leopard with your #ootd.
I don’t own these sunglasses, but I will soon because I just ordered them. They have great reviews and TBH, I think they’re even chicer looking than the Nordstrom pair.

First lets talk about these jeans. A lot of people are skeptical to order from Shein because the prices are so low it seems too good to be true, but I’ve had 95% success with orders from there. It does take a couple of weeks typically, since the shipment comes from China, but reading reviews should ensure you get what you’re hoping for. I’ve had these black jeans for 3-4 years and they’re hands down my favorite black denim. I have a size medium, so I’d size up one size. They do have good stretch, and honestly are a lot more comfortable than the Free People pair (which I also own).
Both of these suede moto jackets are BlankNYC brand. The “steal” version should be the exact same quality as the sale version. Love them both!
I don’t own the Walmart leopard slides, but several followers messaged me saying they have them and they’re amazing. Two ladies said they wear them at work all day and they’re super comfortable.

These Amazon leggings are honestly better than the Zella (Nordstrom sale) leggings. I like my Zella leggings, but the Amazon version is pure butter. They are so soft, y’all. I also like that they’re cropped, as all the other leggings I own are full length and often too long on me.
I don’t own anything else pictured here, but I want to! Love the sneakers and have heard rave reviews about the Walmart ones.

One of my friends took her Amazon dupe Ray-bans into Nordstrom last week to compare the two and no joke, they looked identical. The sale sunglasses are already sold out but the Amazon ones have great reviews and a few friends have and swear by them.
I ordered these $24 snakeskin booties off Amazon so I will report back to y’all, but I wouldn’t wait if you’re wanting to grab them. Amazon changes the price of items all the time and I have a feeling the price of these may double soon. The good news is Amazon returns are really easy to do. I ordered my true size 6 per reviews.

We all know Barefoot Dreams is hard to beat, but I ordered this cardigan after hearing a friend brag about how soft it is (also a 6% coupon right now making it around $30 Amazon Prime).
I own both pair of these leggings, and they are extremely similar. Both fit TTS.
I grabbed 3 of these $9 Target tees in different colors, because they have a great loose fit and are perfect for wearing alone or layering. They’re very similar to the N-Sale tees.

I own both the Free People sweater and the Amazon version pictured. They look very similar, but the Amazon sweater is more lightweight (which I prefer in Houston). If you want something that’s going to keep you warm, I’d go with the Free People sweater. I am ordering another color of the Amazon one!
I have these Spanx dupe leggings and they’re some of my favorites. I will say, they don’t suck you in like Spanx, but they look almost identical as far as the matte shine goes. I actually think the Target pair is more comfortable and get my true XS. I wear a Small in Spanx.
If you’re wanting Tory Burch earrings for even less, check out this Etsy shop. Tons of cute options and they ship free!

Both pair of black booties are Steve Madden and have similar reviews. I’m not sure how long the Amazon pair will be $44 so again, I’d grab them if you' want them at this price.
I have this Amazon leopard tee and love it! I’d size up one size for a looser fit like the model.

I’ll keep updating this post, and will have a full try-on for y’all with Nordstrom Anniversary Sale items in a few days. Stay tuned! Is there any specific N-Sale item you want me to hunt down a dupe for? Leave a link in the comments if so and I’m happy to look!
xo, Britt