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.