I Swear By Elegant Outfits—35 Standout Items That Would Fit Right Into My Closet
Every season, I work to curate pieces for my closet that help me put together more elegant outfits. This has helped me to look and feel more confident. Not to mention, it’s made getting ready much easier every morning. I recently did a deep dive into the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale section to uncover items that fit the bill. I was pleased to come across what felt like an endless selection that fit the bill perfectly.
I rounded up 35 of my top elegant Nordys picks below. You’ll find an array of elevated pieces spanning from tops and dresses to jeans, bags, shoes, jewelry, and more. A lot can be worn now, but I definitely have fall on my mind as well. The Nordstrom sale ends on August 3, but don’t sleep on scooping up your favorite picks and revisiting the section. Items are constantly selling out and being restocked with other stellar options.
AG
Brinley Mid Rise Classic Straight Leg Jeans
These are guaranteed to sell out.
Marc Fisher LTD
Reynna Pointed Toe Slingback Pump
I want these in the burgundy version as well.
Caslon®
Cotton Trench Coat
Open Edit
Asymmetric Cotton Poplin Wrap Shirt
Monica Vinader
Tapered Huggie Hoop Earrings
Nordstrom
Crinkle A-Line Maxi Skirt
This skirt is incredibly cool.
Nordstrom
Crewneck Cashmere Sweater
Nordstrom
Shirred Cap Sleeve A-Line Dress
I’m still very much into ruched loafers.
Nordstrom
Crop Puff Sleeve Cotton Button-Up Shirt
Cute take on the usual button-down.
BP.
Open Back Butter Rib Bodysuit
A great basic to have on hand.
Nordstrom
Baguette Cubic Zirconia Bezel Tennis Bracelet
This only looks expensive.
Levi’s
501 Straight Leg Jeans
MANGO
Sero Sleeveless Shirtdress
Vince Camuto
Crewneck Button-Up Sweater Vest
AllSaints
Alba Leather Hobo Bag
WAYF
Maddox Pleated Cuff Trousers
Open Edit
Pebble Faux Leather Jacket
The outfit options are endless.
Schutz
Jules Ankle Strap Sandal
Barely-there sandals are a personal favorite.
MANGO
Piano Sleeveless Pleated Cotton Blend Sweater Dress
Open Edit
Ruched Off the Shoulder T-Shirt
To wear with everything from jeans to skirts.
This silhouette will turn heads.
Rains
Curve Waterproof Rain Jacket
The chicest raincoat I ever did see.
Veronica Beard
Boxy Leather Shoulder Bag
Rails
Melanie Embroidered Detail Wool Blend Jacket
Chelsea28
Seam Detail Asymmetric Midi Dress
For a variety of more elevated occasions.
MANGO
Square Buckle Leather Belt
This looks triple the price.
Caslon®
Johnny Collar Cotton & Wool Sweater
Another piece I had in mind for fall.
27 EDIT Naturalizer
Via Slingback Pointed Toe Sandal
Levi’s
Ribcage High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
Dark-wash jeans make outfits look more expensive.
Open Edit
Collared Rib Cardigan
This also comes in black.
Levi’s
Shrunken ’90s Denim Trucker Jacket
Another cool dark-wash pick.
