According to the personality test I took earlier today, I demand organization and structure. This probably deems me inappropriate to shop at a store like Nordstrom Rack; which has opened its doors next to Beverly Center earlier this year. Even so the lure of discount designer clothes and shoes, calls my name.

 

Maybe it was the day I went but the store was flooded with loud-mouthed women on cellular phones that wished the entire world to know they were speaking to someone. I went directly to the Contemporary department, which is small. The store itself is undersized and carries less merchandise than I expected. The handbag and jewelry department is very small and the costume jewelry was dominated by Betsey Johnson pieces

 

I saved the best for last - the shoe department. Although I found a diamond in the rough: a pair of patent blue Jimmy Choo's, I was still gloomy as I walked the shoe isle. This Rack compared to Scottsdale's Rack and Off Sak's was second-rate - very unorganized, less merchandise and lower-end merchandise.

 

Is it worth the time and the patience?

 

In my opinion, NO. Even with a pair of Choo's, it is not likely I will go back. I would suggest though, to sign up with their mailing list. Found here. Here you can set alerts for the merchandise you want. So if they receive a pair of designer shoes in your size, you are alerted and if not, they leave you alone… I signed up over 4 weeks ago with specific details on when they should contact me and nothing yet…

Nordstrom Rack, you disappointed me. Now, go hang your head in designer shame.