I Just Started Investing—31 Chic Pieces That Will Have Me Dressing the Part

I turned 40 this year and decided to start investing more intentionally. Something about this compelled me to work toward bringing my wardrobe to the next level with the help of elevated, rich-looking pieces. I set out to do this with my upcoming fall outfits while shopping at current favorites, like Nordstrom, Zara, J.Crew, and Abercrombie & Fitch. I kept my budget around $150 per piece with a few stylish exceptions along the way.

My latest virtual cart ended up being filled with a plethora of effortless sweaters, jeans, shoes, bags, jewelry, and jackets to name a few. Each can come together in a multitude of ways to create chic ensembles that give an instant boost of confidence. Keep scrolling to shop 31 chic pieces that will have me dressing the part during my investment journey.

Madewell

Oversized Button-Up Shirt

The Frankie Shop

Calliope Semi Sheer Midi Skirt

A fall-ready sheer piece.

MANGO

Slingback Pointed Toe Pump

ASTR the Label

Scarf Tie Sleeveless Sweater

I want this in every color.

Gap

Vegan Suede Slouchy Tote Bag

ZW Collection

Asymmetric Lace Dress

Lace-hem layers are trending.

Massimo Dutti

Square Pendant With Stone

A designer-looking necklace.

J.Crew

New Delaney Kickout Sweater Pant

The whole look is a winner.

ALIGNE

Daphne Collarless Jacket

Levi's

Ribcage Straight Ankle Jeans

There's nothing like a pair of Levi's jeans.

abercrombie & Fitch

Classic Trench Coat

The contrast collar caught my eye.

ZARA

Washed Cotton T-Shirt

abercrombie & Fitch

Modern Belted City Tote Bag

Another standout brown suede bag.

Reformation

Sawyer Oversized Cashmere & Wool Polo Sweater

An elevated sweater to live in.

J.Crew

Cosmo Pant in Luster Charmeuse

Satin pants have my heart right now.

Tony Bianco

Gatsby Loafer

Ruched loafers that are bound to sell out.

Levi's

Four Pocket Barn Jacket

Into this brown barn jacket.

abercrombie & Fitch

Collarless Suiting Blazer

Tell me this whole outfit doesn't have a rich vibe.

Can you tell I'm into polo sweaters?

Heaven Mayhem

Julia Necklace

Levi's

501 '90s Selvedge Jeans

abercrombie & Fitch

Slim Zip Vegan Leather Jacket

ZARA

Leather Kitten Heel Boots

ZARA

100% Cashmere Cardigan

So many styling possibilities.

abercrombie & Fitch

Belted Shoulder Bag

This shoulder bag gives '90s minimalism.

ALIGNE

Daphne Split Hem Organic Cotton & Wool Blend Cardigan

Another incredibly chic piece from Aligne.

G.H.BASS

Weejuns Penny Loafer

MANGO

Oversize Button-Up Shirt

This silhouette is stunning.

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