Welcome to The Great Try-On. With spring on the horizon, we seized the opportunity to try on the best pieces from our favorite brands at Nordstrom and documented the process. We believe that the most foolproof way to shop online is to see how an item looks IRL and to read candid reviews, so we hope that this leads you to some successful spring purchases.
I go to Nordstrom for basically everything. The latest beauty products? I’m testing everything at the counter on a Saturday. Cute shoes that go with the date-night dress I may or may not have bought yet? The boxes are already at my doorstep. Fashion brands that are on-trend? Find me in the dressing room. Lately, I’ve been hitting up Nordstrom particularly for its Reformation selection. It seriously has the best of the best. And when I tell you its spring collection is nothing short of perfection, please believe me. If you need proof, I tried on four pieces on a very sunny day last week, and it changed my whole personality. Keep scrolling for the things I’m convinced you need in your warm-weather rotation.
I can’t get over this top-and-bottom combo. It’s the epitome of pretty. I ordered one size up in the skirt because I was in between sizes, but I probably could have gone a size down, too. In one size up, the skirt has more of a low-rise look, which I really like. I ordered the top a size down because I wanted it to fit a bit more like a corset, and it doesn’t disappoint.
Reformation
Amela Linen Button-Up Top
Reformation
Layla Linen Skirt
I love everything about this dress. The color! The little bow! The length! I’m already planning to wear this to just about every spring function. First up is my cousin’s bridal shower at a winery in Malibu.
Reformation
Rowen Ruffle Hem Sleeveless Linen Dress
I love how lightweight this fabric is. It’s perfect for warmer days when you still need to cover up a bit more. I like that you can wear it buttoned up or buttoned down like I did. It looks so cute either way. While I paired it with flats here, I could have taken a few routes: boots, heels, or even sneakers for a juxtaposed look. I already know when I wear this to the office I’ll get compliments on compliments. Just saying.
Reformation
Halia Long Sleeve Button-Up Dress
