My Friend Likes Simple Clothes—I Sent Her These Nordstrom Basics That Are Chic, Not Boring
Cute sweaters, cool pants, and so on.
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Bobby Schuessler
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2 October 2026
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One of my new friends is into the fact that I work in fashion and has been asking me for shopping tips . Of course, I love it—shopping director over here! She describes her style as simple, but she still wants to be fashionable.
When she inquired about the cute fall basics I've seen, I sent her five items from Nordstrom (one of her favorite stores) that I thought she'd like and wear all the time. The items, the first pieces in the list ahead, are easy and versatile enough to fit within her vibe but feature modern design details to give them that forward spin.
Keep scrolling to shop nice sweaters, sleek pants, cool tops, and more. I also embedded the latest episode of Retail Therapy for your viewing pleasure.
MOTHER
The Lemon Twist Sneak High Waist Wide Leg Jeans
Great denim choice.
Cotton On
Double Layer Long Sleeve
Note the double layer.
Veronica Beard
Miller Dickey Jacket
Classic.
Reformation
Kinsley Tie Neck Jacket
A statement-making piece that's still totally versatile.
Vuori
Restore Oversized Half-Zip Pullover
Purple is the color of the season.
Donni
The Pointelle Simple Organic Cotton Crop Pants
Comfy and chic.
Alex Mill
Nottinghill Wool Sweater
Gorgeous color.
Cotton On
Boxy Raglan Long Sleeve Tee
Just cool.
COS
Satin Wide-Leg Pants
Satin pants can be dressy or casual.
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English Factory
Double Breasted Trench Coat
Yes!
Wit & Wisdom
Cable Stitch Mock Neck Sweater
This sweater looks more expensive than it is.
ANINE BING
Sari Jogger
I really want these.
Cotton On
Luxe Tuck Hem Bomber
I think you'll live in this piece.
Levi's
Ribcage High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
No-fail Levi's jeans.
Wit & Wisdom
Contrast Collar Peplum Jacket
Wait, the peplum is cute.
Reformation
Layla Silk Skirt
Purple!
Veronica Beard
Grant High Waist Wide Leg Jeans
The pockets!
Open Edit
Cotton Blend Track Jacket
Yes to the funnel neck.
Open Edit
Icon Twill Flare Pants
Sleek.
Nordstrom
High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
Great wash.
MANGO
Funnel Neck Trench Coat With Belt
Chic with that belt.
Nordstrom
Brushed Cashmere Cardigan
Gorgeous.
Madewell
The Boatneck Layering Top in Utility Rib
That neckline.
H&M
Oversized Mohair-Blend Sweater
Into the oversize cut.
Madewell
Easy Stripe Long Sleeve Top
As the name states, it's easy.
ALIGNE
Mavis Suede Jacket
Wow.
Bardot
Hattie Long Sleeve Rib Maxi Sweater Dress
Pretty knit dress.
ST. AGNI
Cocoon Zip Leather Jacket
Beyond.
COS
Rounded Cashmere Crew-Neck Jumper
New gray sweater, anyone?
MAUDE CLUB
Kate Striped Polo Sweater
The fashion crowd is all about the rugby shirt.
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