A Closer Look: Nordstrom’s Shoe Clearance
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While rounding up the TON of good Labor Day sales going on right now, I noticed thatNordstrom's shoe clearance features so. many. brands that readers have sworn by in our Guide to Comfortable Heels that it's crazy…
- Pricey(ish — because of the sale they're mostly under $250): Anyi Lu, Stuart Weitzman, LK Bennett, Cole Haan, Kate Spade New York,
- Midrange: Ivanka Trump, Delman, Sofft,
- Particularly Great Boot Selection: Aquatalia, Frye
- Particularly Great Flat Selection: Attilio Giusti Leombruni, Naya,
- Trendier Brands: Sam Edelman, Via Spiga, Ash, Miz Mooz,
- Brands Known for Comfort: Geox, Earthies, Munro, Romika,
The biggest bucket on the Nordstrom sale is, of course, the shoes under $100 (almost 1500 items) — so I thought I'd round up some of the top-rated shoes (both for the office, weekend and beyond). We have:
1. The Halogen Bianca wedge — six colors, 31 positive reviews (4 stars), was $119.95, now $80.36 (33% off).
2. Ivanka Trump Candice Pump — 21 positive reviews (4.5 stars); three colors (know your office policy re: peep toes!). Was $119.95, now marked to $80.36 (33% off).
3. Seychelles Turning Point Sandal – three colors, lucky sizes — I think it would work well with tights or on its own for a more casual office (but know your office); 5 positive reviews. Was $79.95, now marked to $53.56.
4. Hinge ‘Fraser' Oxford – 14 positive reviews, almost 5 stars — two colors — was $79.95 now $53.56. I think it could look cute with cropped skinny pants or as a flats-with-a-dress look, but both are more casual.
5. Sperry Top-Sider Lynbrook Sandal — 27 mostly positive reviews (4 stars), 3 colors, LOTS of sizes. Was $94.95 now $63.61 (33% off). Cute for the weekend.
6. Julianne Hough for Sole Society ‘Addy' Flat — lots of colors, lots of positive reviews across three product pages, and lots of sizes left. Some colors were $49.95, now marked to $33.46 (33% off); other basic colors are still full price.
Readers, what are your favorites from the Nordstrom shoe clearance sale?
I got a Naturalizer sandal that looks somewhat similar to the Sperry Lynbrook, for about $25. Raffia upper, low cork wedge. I think the style name is Frazzle. I have to admit that the non-raffia portion is fake patent leather, but it’s a very comfortable shoe. One reviewer said the shoe squeaked, but luckily I found it squeaked for an hour or so and then ceased its squeaking permanently.
I thought the white portion of shoe #2 was metallic. I’m disappointed that it’s not.
I think the white cutout looks super cute!
I have these in the pictured nude with white. Definitely a spring/summer shoe, but adorable! I have received SO many compliments on them. Can wear to the office for a casual day, to church, parties, etc. Love them.
I just ordered that oxford in the mauve color. I was looking for an oxford for the fall. Glad Kat called my intention to it.
I’ve never hated my size W flipper feet more… *sigh*
Sigh, I’m still lusting over those Isola Isabel leopard pumps that Kat posted a little while ago, but they’re not on sale, unfortunately. I’m going to keep stalking them though…
Those were cute! Not a huge savings, but it is 15% off at Macys.
Any lawyer ladies here who’ve hung out their shingle? I’m a big-firm lawyer with a niche practice (so much of a niche that it’s me, myself, and I holding down the fort even though my firm has tons of lawyers). I bring in X and I get paid 1/4X, which has been pretty consistent throughout the recession / recovery. I am tired of having to run a small business with no say in the management (I am a partner, but that is in name only — I get a W-2).
Do fortune 100 clients follow lawyers to solo shops? I know they’d have to follow me to another firm (or leave, if I got hit by a bus). My competitors are all BigLaw firms you’ve heard of. I’ve looked a bit into malpractice coverage (have no idea what it is at my firm, but likely tons higher than a solo is offered). [I can handle the cash flow — most clients pay bills very timely.] My business line clients are probably indifferent, but I don’t think I could ask in-house people directly (or am I just making excuses), so here I am, asking y’all.
I am mentally done with Leaning In — girlflriend wants to lean way out.
I see you haven’t had any answers yet so I’ll take a stab at this.
First of all, I’m with you on the leaning out. That’s part of the reason why I left BigLaw myself. But I’m not brave enough to hang out my own shingle, partly because my practice area works best with a minimum depth of knowledge in adjoining practice areas down the hallway.
However, based on my experience and observation, big public clients will follow you if, and only if: (a) your practice area is so niche that they can’t easily find the expertise elsewhere, (b) you have a very strong personal relationship with them, and (c) you have a depth of knowledge about their business that it would take them years to develop with another lawyer. If you can’t answer yes to all three, I suspect that they wouldn’t follow you – simply because public companies like the synergies that come with dealing with one or two large service providers.
In my own practice area, I don’t think I could attract large clients on my own. But if your practice area is sufficiently independent already, it might be worth a shot. Maybe try practicing for the next six months or so in situ but as if you don’t have the resources of a large firm, and see how it works for you?
I’m intrigued by #6 but am wondering whether the strap will look awkward on my big feet. Anyone tried this out? I wish shoe stores would post pics with feet in the shoes sometimes!