I Was a VIP Nordstrom Stylist—These Are the 8 Fall Items I’m Excited to Wear First This Season
Building a fall shopping list may be of utmost interest given that fall collections are starting to trickle into stores and September is quickly approaching. Well, Sandy Koszarek is here with her list of must-haves to provide that shopping inspiration. As a former VIP stylist at Nordstrom and content creator with her brand, Stylish Sandy, Koszarek is a fashion force with excellent taste.
Below you’ll find the pieces Koszarek is excited to wear first during fall to create her most stylish looks. You’ll see everything from the jacket silhouette she’ll be wearing with jeans to the shoe silhouettes that will elevate all of her ensembles. Keep scrolling for visual and shopping inspiration.
1. Leather Jackets
“A leather jacket is a staple in my wardrobe, and I can’t wait to wear it this fall. It pulls any look together and always adds a cool vibe.” — Koszarek
Free People
Hera Faux Leather Jacket
Avec Les Filles
Pieced Back Leather Bomber Jacket
SANDRO
Long Distressed Leather Jacket
LAMARQUE
Theia | Leather Bomber Jacket
AllSaints
Clay Leather Jacket
2. Sweaters
“One of my favorite parts of fall is wearing sweaters. From classic crewnecks to cozy cardigans—and always a stripe—I love them all and reach for them daily.” — Koszarek
WAYF
Logan Stripe Polo Sweater
ANINE BING
Lee Crew Sweater
MANGO
Crewneck Raglan Sleeve Sweater
Polo Ralph Lauren
Cable Stitch Cotton Sweater
All in Favor
Contrast Trim Point Collar Cardigan
3. Leopard-Print Items
“I’m excited to wear leopard print this fall—it’s timeless and always makes an outfit more interesting.” — Koszarek
Nordstrom
Belted Animal Print Jacket
Halogen
Leopard Print Brushed Pull-On Maxi Skirt
Caslon
Ruffle Puff Sleeve Cotton Button-Up Shirt
FRAME
The Brushed Leopard Cashmere Cardigan
Bardot
Lea Leopard Print Long Sleeve Mesh Midi Dress
4. Boots
“When fall arrives, I can’t wait to wear boots. They’re one of my favorite shoes—perfect for the season and such an easy way to complete a look.” — Koszarek
Vince Camuto
Pavla 4 Tall Boots
Nordstrom
Motobella Moto Boots
Stuart Weitzman
Vinnie Booties
rag & bone
Joni Western Boots
5. Suede Pieces
“Suede is trending, and I’m excited to wear it this fall. I love the texture it adds to an outfit—it’s soft, stylish, and just right for the season.” — Koszarek
Tory Burch
Romy Suede Hobo Bag
Treasure & Bond
Suede Miniskirt
Vince Camuto
Sangeti 1 Block Heel Boots
Veronica Beard
Walters Crop Suede Barn Jacket
BLACK SUEDE STUDIO
Shiloh Mules
6. Denim
“I’m always excited to wear jeans—they’re my go-to several times a week. This fall, I’m mixing it up with a few favorites: straight-leg, wide-leg, and barrel-leg styles to change things up.” — Koszarek
Levi’s
Ribcage High Waist Wide Leg Jeans
Citizens of Humanity
Ines Utility Trouser Jeans
AGOLDE
Harper Relaxed Straight Leg Jeans
Nordstrom
High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
7. Blazers
“I love wearing blazers in the fall. They make any outfit feel pulled together—even if it’s just jeans and a tee or a sweater.” — Koszarek
Avec Les Filles
Basket Weave Doubled Breasted Hourglass Blazer
Open Edit
The Icon Relaxed Blazer
Nordstrom
Collarless Twill Blazer
Almina Concept
Oversized Double Button Blazer
Nordstrom
Classic One-Button Blazer
8. Trench Coats
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“A trench is one of those pieces I always keep in my wardrobe—I know I’ll be wearing it on repeat this fall.” — Koszarek
TOTEME
Signature Water Repellent Trench Coat
Avec Les Filles
Slouchy Double Breasted Trench Coat
Damson Madder
Ella Organic Cotton Trench Coat
London Fog
Hooded Single Breasted Maxi Trench Coat
Caslon
Cotton Trench Coat
