My friends outsource all their shopping to me. So, it was no surprise when my bestie called me up, curious about a fall closet update. She happens to be one of the chicest people I know—thanks to my keen fashion sense and her ability to make anything stylish. With a budget of $625, I set out to find eight elevated fall pieces that undoubtedly complement what you already own and extend your wardrobe well beyond the autumn months.
Two words I’d use to describe her style are minimal and effortless. I drew on my experience as a shopping editor, as well as my passion for elevated basics. I turned to Nordstrom, one of my go-to places for fall fashion. From their in-house labels to standout brands like Mango, Reformation, Madewell, and Levi’s, Nordstrom is a fashion person’s dream. Coming in slightly under budget, here are eight chic fall pieces that are sure to upgrade any fall closet.
Trusted Trench
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My Pick
Caslon
Cotton Trench Coat
More Trench Options
London Fog
Hooded Single Breasted Maxi Trench Coat
MANGO
Classic Belted Trench Coat
Lands’ End
Squall Waterproof Modern Trench Coat
Stovepipe Jeans
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My Pick
Levi’s
Wedgie Straight Leg Jeans
More Straight-Leg Jeans
Nordstrom
High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
Nordstrom
High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
Reformation
Jax Super High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
Rollneck Sweater
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My Pick
A fall closet isn’t complete without a sweater, so of course I was sending this rich mocha knit her way. The folded neck and wide hem make this the perfect oversized knit for a breezy autumn day. I’d totally style this with some black wide-leg trousers and suede flats.
More Rollneck Sweaters
Nordstrom
Wool & Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater
Chinti & Parker
Relaxed Roll Neck Wool & Cashmere Sweater
Nordstrom
Oversize Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater
Classic Button-Down
My Pick
MANGO
Cotton Button-Up Shirt
More Button-Downs
MANGO
Stripe Button-Up Shirt
MANGO
Stripe Button-Up Shirt
Madewell
Mixed Stripe Oversize Cotton Poplin Button-Up Shirt
Low-Profile Sneaker
My Pick
Dolce Vita
Serina Sneaker
More Sneakers
Dolce Vita
Delaney Sneaker
adidas
Gazelle Lo Pro Sneaker
Jeffrey Campbell
Aleta Sneaker
Suede Tote
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My Pick
MANGO
Oval Stud Canvas Shoulder Bag
More Suede Totes
JW PEI
Large Kiana Faux Suede Tote
Madewell
Oversize Suede Shopper
Madewell
The Mylie Suede Shoulder Bag
Crewneck Tee
My Pick
Nordstrom
Pima Cotton Blend Crewneck T-Shirt
More Crewneck Tees
Madewell
Perfect Crewneck T-Shirt
AllSaints
Lisa Crewneck T-Shirt
Madewell
Supima Cotton Rib T-Shirt
Wide-Leg Trouser
My Pick
Open Edit
The Icon Trousers
Ending with my favorite of the eight fall pieces: a wide-leg trousers. These under-$100 Open Edit trousers are the perfect bottom for a kitten heel and off-the-shoulder top ensemble. Not to mention, they fit right in with the big pants trend of 2025.
More Wide-Leg Trousers
Nordstrom
Pleated Ankle Pants
Caslon®
High Waist Wide Leg Ponte Pants
Nordstrom
The Lennox Wide Leg Trousers
