While I personally think it’s acceptable to stay in pajamas all day year-round, not everyone agrees with me. The holidays, however, provide the perfect excuse for doing just that. Who wants to put on a pair of jeans when your day consists of reading by the fire and eating copious amounts of food? Certainly not me. To that end, I’ve done a deep dive at one of our readers’ favorite retailers, Nordstrom, to find the cream of the pajama crop.
Below, I’ve rounded up the best pajamas for women available at Nordstrom. I’ve included plenty of the requisite plaid flannel options, but I also wanted some more variety, so I added in washable silk styles, pajama shorts, and more. Scroll down to shop the cutest, coziest pajamas on the market for winter.
While my mom and I don’t share clothes anymore, when it comes to basics, we definitely still could. Our general style sensibilities are pretty different (she’s more daring than I am), but for everyday, we both love classic, yet comfortable staple pieces we can build upon. For whatever reason, whenever I shop I almost always clock items my mom might like. Since she knows this, she’ll often task me with finding her whatever new basic she needs. A few weeks ago, I actually uncovered the elusive white t-shirt she’d been after (oversized, yet polished) that could have easily had a place in my closet as well.
I may be in my thirties, but finding pieces that work for both of us brings me a lot of satisfaction. Maybe it’s the high school girl in me who used to love our shopping trips together coming out. Who knows! The reason doesn’t matter so much, I suppose. But, since I’d make this list anyway, I decided to share the best basics I’ve come across that work for both me and my mom in case you can relate to anything I’ve just said. All from Nordstrom, for under $150 to boot!
Is it just me, or does it feel like there’s a lot of good shopping right now? It’s probably just because I’m doing my best to become a minimalist who actually has little gaps between the coat hangers in my closet, which obviously means that everywhere I turn there’s something I could absolutely buy.
It feels like we’re all trying to shop more mindfully, whether that means buying fewer things or simply spending less. If you happen to be on the hunt for some great fashion without a price tag that makes you gulp, then this is your safe zone. Everything here is $150 or under, and extremely chic.
High style doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Even the littlest tweaks during your daily styling session can make the biggest impact on your wardrobe. It can be as small as a little layer peeking out from underneath a sweater or a special yet simple accessory that adds a little something extra to your overall look. I am always looking for a new, low risk and high reward styling idea (code for actually affordable). That’s why I scoured Instagram to find a few easy styling ideas that can help take your look to the next level.
The best part? Some of these items are probably in your closet already or can be achieved on a very minimal budget. For instance, try pairing ribbed socks with your favorite loafers instead of going barefoot (PS, these are all under $35). Or maybe you’ll find a plain sweater over an oversize button-down can be your new go-to trick. It’s a simple idea that will bring a little oomph to your basics, magically making them French-girl chic. Keep reading (and shopping) below, since these five easy styling ideas will transform your daily approach to getting dressed.
I’m a fashion girl through and through, and while I love higher-ticket items like designer bags and shoes, the chicest items in my closet are actually all items I consider to be affordable. Basics don’t always have to be basic, and trendy pieces don’t necessarily stay in my closet for just one season. In fact, there are some chic Nordstrom items I love at comparatively reasonable prices. Whether you’re going for something a bit avant-garde like a uniquely shaped bag or a piece to transition you from season to season such as a button-up shirt or Mary Janes, Nordstrom has tons of chic options I just know you’re going to love.
I’ve been writing about fashion for years, and the one piece of advice I have for people trying to find their own personal style is to not follow the trends. Of course, it’s fun at times (who doesn’t love a rosette?), but the best outfits are the ones you’ll be able to look back on in a few years and still love. If this logic resonates with you in any way, you’re going to want to stick around.
I’ve curated a list specifically for you, dear reader, and after scouring for chic Nordstrom items for hours and hours, I’ve come up with my top 32 picks below. Psst—almost everything is under $300.
Layering season is upon us! Now, we all know that good layering is an art form, and as someone who didn’t grow up in cold weather, I’ve had to learn through trial and error over the years. What you choose to wear under your winter coat makes a world of difference in both style and comfort. Anything too bulky underneath makes me feel like the Michelin Man, yet too few layers and I’m freezing. The correct base can make or break your day.
So I’ve taken styling notes from my East Coast friends and all the cool fashion people I follow on Instagram to help me identify the outfit formulas that always work. I’ve clocked a few key basics that layer perfectly underneath coats of all kinds, making them the building blocks of an ideal winter outfit. Worn on their own or layered together, these six basics are the key to unlocking effortless winter layering. From cozy sweaters to turtleneck bodysuits, below are the six best basics to wear under a winter coat.
Regardless of who you are or what tax bracket you’re in, you can look rich. Seriously, it has nothing to do with actually having a lot of money; all it takes is embodying a certain unbothered attitude and exuding an aura of wealth and abundance.
While I’m not an expert on becoming rich, I can offer inspiration on how to dress like you are. To look rich and unbothered, all you need is an expensive-looking outfit, and to get the vibe right, you just have to nail a few key styling elements. Picture coordinating creams, cozy cashmere, and chunky jewelry—all signs of understated opulence. To better explain what I’m getting at, I curated this guide of expensive-looking outfits that emanate rich and unbothered energy. Ahead, you’ll find some affordable shopping options so you can capture the elusive wealthy style without compromising your wallet.
If the winter sales have you equally as stressed as they do excited, I’m here to tell you you’re not alone. It happens every holiday season when suddenly all our favorite sites start slashing prices left and right, so much so that you don’t know where to even begin. I know from firsthand experience (as well as my friends’ and sisters’ complaints) that the abundance of options can often make you not even want to shop at all.
I, of course, don’t have a choice—since I do shop for a living. This means that, like my friends and sisters, you can use me as your shopping guide without having to do any of the heavy lifting yourself. Today, for example, you get to discover the best under-$300 pieces on sale right now all by simply scrolling through this little, thirty-four slide article. Sound appealing? In that case, go ahead and continue on to get started.
Out of all of the quite luxury brands out there Brunello Cuccinelli, in my opinion, reigns supreme. With the most understated luxury pieces, and being crowned GQ’s 2023 brand of the year it’s no wonder why celebrities and fashion people alike have gravitated towards this luxury Italian label. Now let’s be real here, Cucinelli’s prices are sky high and while I would love a wardrobe filled with pieces from them realistically my budget just isn’t there. Not that I’m going to let that stop me from hunting down affordable picks that have the same vibe. While digging through more budget friendly retailers to my surprise I ended up finding so many pieces that have that elevated, polished Brunello Cucinelli energy.
Keep scrolling to take a peak at the affordable luxury looking pieces I have my eye on.
Let’s cut to the chase: It’s the end of the year and my fingers are already itching to start my 2024 wardrobe. While my closet is already filled with timeless basics and fun, trend-forward pieces, there’s nothing that gives me quite as much of a rush as finding a cute, chic item that doesn’t cost me an arm and a leg. Enter Shopbop.
The beloved retailer has been my go-to source for styling and fashion inspiration the last few weeks as the weather gets chillier and chillier. Thankfully, though, while I can’t afford to buy out the entire site, I can browse the brand’s stunning under-$200 section that has me thinking dangerous thoughts. After seeing all of these pieces, all I could think was, “You’re coming home with me.”
Below, browse the best under-$200 winter fashion items available to shop on Shopbop, including chic holiday dresses and classic layering pieces you won’t regret adding to your cart.
Courtesy of Stella McCartney; Launchmetrics Spotlight/Versace; Courtesy of Tory Burch; Courtesy of Gucci
If we’re being honest, most color trends are fleeting, but occasionally, one manages to break out of the cycle and become a “neutral” hue in its own right—red has done just that. Since last spring, we’ve seen various shades of red surface on the runways, but it wasn’t until we began researching for this story that we were fully convinced this color is here to stay. While we didn’t see one singular shade of red reign supreme, two noteworthy variations were found across the fall/winter 2023 and spring/summer 2024 collections: crimson and cherry red. With the former, we saw the highly saturated red play a bigger part in fall collections, but it did carry over into spring too! Designers often used crimson to make typical silhouettes feel sultrier. That aim was on full display at Stella McCartney in a double-breasted coat and matching slip skirt that came in crimson red. At Tory Burch, we saw how a longline wrap coat becomes fiery when fashioned from a crimson material. And then there was Ferragamo’s fall collection, which featured suits, knits, and coats in the brightest possible version of crimson.
If the fall collections were all about using this shade of red to dial up the heat, then spring was all about bringing it to a subdued simmer, which is apparent in the broad adoption of cherry red. Designers took this decadent shade of red and dialed up the ante by using it for “luxurious” items. For example, in Sabato De Sarno’s debut show for Gucci, leather goods like bags, moto jackets, midi skirts, and pumps all came in cherry red. Similarly, a Versace skirt suit came in drool-worthy cherry-red leather. Although the shades differ in vibrancy, they’re both a reminder that any color can be neutral if you’re willing to commit.
As a shopping editor, naturally, it’s in my job description to sit in front of my computer and stare at pretty things all day. From luxe-looking, under-$100 finds to chic runway-inspired pieces, it is literally my job to shop. So when I tell you something is actually worth your money after looking at hundreds of products a day, I mean it.
In between all the statement coats and fun accessories this winter, I’m relying on my tried-and-true arsenal of everyday basics to hold me together. Whether it’s cozy sweaters you can wear with anything under the sun or timeless coats ideal for any occasion, there are usually three stores I turn to first when I’m looking to pick up an item or two guilt-free.
Below, shop the best winter basics (with most coming in under $200!) from H&M, Shopbop, and Nordstrom. Don’t get mad at me if you scroll through my curated list and end up buying everything on here!
The year may not be over yet, but I’m already thinking about 2024 fashion. I’ve been plotting a major wardrobe upgrade, and I’m looking for luxe pieces that will make chic outfits not only this year but also for many years to come. I’m talking high-quality neutrals for a quiet luxury vibe, perfect basics that I can throw on at any time, leather boots that won’t fall apart after a few wears, and so much more. Keep scrolling for some of my favorite finds from the wide-leg jeans my co-workers can’t stop raving about to an oversize, under-$250 cashmere sweater that just screams “rich.” Happy shopping.
I’m not embarrassed to admit that I’ve been planning my holiday party outfits for months. (And I do mean months.) As predicted, this season is already scheduled to the brim with events including my company cocktail party, a New Year’s Eve celebration, and an intimate dinner with friends. (I’m hosting for the first time!) This year, my holiday party attire is all about chic looks with fun, party-ready accessories. Metallic shoes, red handbags, stacks of sparkly jewelry… I want it all. This aesthetic was also the inspiration behind Who What Wear’s latest shoot full of elevated and wearable outfits for the festive season ahead. Don’t RSVP “yes” to any invite without first seeing these glamorous looks.
There are certain items that fashion girls just know will take an outfit from 0 to 100, or better yet, from $50 to $5000. But unlike some people, I don’t like to gatekeep. In fact, I’m so gabby, I can hardly keep anything in for long. And of all the outfit-making pieces that myself and the rest of this industry swear by to elevate any and every ensemble, none do the job as well as a good belt—period.
Because of my sharing nature, this story was my first stop after I stumbled across what I can only describe as the chicest and most designer-looking belt on the market, an item that just so happens to cost only $20 and be in stock in every size. Courtesy of H&M, the belt in question is crafted out of a subtle croc-effect black faux leather with gold, Western-style hardware. And while it only just dropped, given how nothing lives on the shelves at H&M for long—trust me, I’ve been burned by the retailer’s speedy sell outs more than once—it is essential that you and I both act fast if scoring the below waist embellisher is a priority, which it certainly should be. Scroll down to snag one before it’s too late.
If there is one thing I love to buy the most, it’s shoes. With winter being in full swing, I was starting to notice my winter shoe collection was not up to par. I am the type of person who prefers to dress for summer, and apparently my disdain for the cold has spilled over into me not buying enough shoes for the cold months. On my mission to elevate my winter shoe collection, I wanted to keep affordability in mind. After quite a bit of digging, I found 32 affordable pairs of winter shoes that I would wear immediately if I could, including the sleekest pumps to wear to holiday parties, loafers and flats to wear to the office, and weather-friendly boots.
Keep scrolling to see which 32 affordable pairs of winter shoes I’m eyeing this season.
My favorite four-letter S word is back at the top of my mind: sale. Last week, Nordstrom’s jaw-dropping limited-time sale dropped just in time for the holiday outfit shopping (or, if you’re like a procrastinator like me, last-minute gift shopping). While I’m usually the first to jump on a good deal, especially when it comes to brands like Madewell, Topshop, and Steve Madden, patience is of the essence. Now that there’s only one day left in the sale and prices are fully slashed, it’s time to take advantage of all the chic, cute finds Nordstrom has to offer.
Below, shop the best can’t-miss days on the last day of the Nordstrom limited-time sale, from stunning coats to It girl-approved sunglasses.
By this point in the end-of-year sale season, the big-ticket, trendy items have all but sold out, purchased by people who were okay with shopping during the first round of price cuts. I, on the other hand, usually make it a rule to skip the initial few weeks of sales, preferring to instead, wait until the real discounts start, when only the anti-trend, wardrobe essentials are left and they’re selling at a price that’s truly worth writing home about.
After what’s felt like forever spent watching other people shop, I got the news I’ve been waiting all season for. As of this week, Shopbop’s up-to-70%-off holiday sale is on, which means that I can finally get in on the action. And of course, so can you. If you’re just as inclined to shop for heavily discounted closet staples for 2024, scroll down for 30 that are guaranteed to get worn and worn again in the year ahead.
I am what you might call denim obsessed. Rarely is there a week (maybe a day even!) I don’t wear jeans—after all, what is more versatile than a good pair? It’s arguably the most important piece in a well-balanced wardrobe, and I am always on the hunt for my next favorite pair. Although I love designer denim, my budget does not allow me to pay top dollar whenever I get that shopping itch. Luckily, I’ve found plenty of affordable options in the denim space that are just as fashionable and high-quality as the higher-priced pairs, all $150 and under.
From the cult-favorite Levi’s Ribcage to awesome ’90s fits from Madewell (Can we talk about those Magic Pockets?), I simply can’t get enough of these affordable jeans options. They solve any of my outfits problems on the daily, as they can be styled with all the closet classics, whether that’s a favorite going-out top for dinner with friends; a cozy, chunky knit on the weekend; or a structured blazer for work meetings. Go ahead—wear them on repeat. I can guarantee these affordable jeans will become your weekly go-tos.
We’ve officially hit December, and freezing temperatures are approaching. As retailers push out their new seasonal and holiday-ready items, there’s a plethora of pieces to sift through, from chunky knits to glittery pieces galore. I figured you might need assistance sorting through the shopping void, so I spent a few hours finding the best picks amongst the seemingly endless pages. Looking for a cozy sweater that checks all your boxes? I’ve got you covered. Hitting a wall when it comes to getting dressed and need a little wardrobe refresh? Check! Desperate for an affordable and festive dress for your next party? You’ve come to the right place. Did I also mention that everything in this roundup is under $99?
Regardless of what you’re looking for, I’ve got 99 products priced under $99 for you to peruse, and all are editor-approved and curated for the season ahead. I couldn’t help but share some of my finds with my fellow editors during my search, and they were quick to click the add-to-cart button, FYI. I’ll keep this short because I don’t want to keep you from the finds below. Keep scrolling to get started shopping these picks before they inevitably sell out.
