My Sister's a Teacher—I Sent Her 31 Chic, Under-$100 Nordstrom Finds That Guarantee Effortless Back-to-School Outfits

I come from a family of educators, so I know how teachers feel about back-to-school shopping—it's fitting-room chaos while they try to find clothing that is both trendy and budget-friendly. Every year, my sister ropes me into going shopping with her, and she has a precise list that each purchase must check off. Her rubric includes affordability, practicality, appropriateness, and, of course, cuteness.

Taking into account her priorities and my fashion sense, I've put together a list of 31 chic, under-$100 Nordstrom items, from cozy sweaters and sleek trousers to simple dresses and comfy ballet flats, that are guaranteed to make getting dressed this season effortless. Shop the stylish back-to-school finds below.

Shop the Back-to-School Styles

MANGO

Raglan Sleeve Cotton Blend Sweater

Nordstrom

Pleated Midi Skirt

Madewell

The Greta Ballet Flat

Nordstrom

Pima Cotton Slub Crewneck T-Shirt

Can't go wrong with a classic crewneck.

Levi's

Ribcage High Waist Straight Leg Jeans

Perfect for casual Fridays.

MANGO

Sleeveless Turtleneck Sweater

Open Edit

The Icon Trousers

An educator must-have that's only $50.

Steve Madden

Pipa Ballet Flat

These are the chic flats our editors can't get enough of. They come in so many colors.

MANGO

Polka Dot Shirtdress

Vince Camuto

Faux Suede A-Line Skirt

Reformation

Dusk Stretch Knit Top

Elevated basics are always in.

Every teacher needs a good pair of sneakers.

MANGO

Lula Belted Sleeveless Maxi Dress

Madewell

Cotton Blend Ruffle Top

DAZE

Pleaser High Waist Raw Hem Crop Jeans

MIA

Rayza Woven Mary Jane Flat

Mesh flats aren't going anywhere if I have anything to say about it.

All in Favor

Contrast Collar Herringbone Bomber Jacket

Fall is coming around the corner.

ZOE AND CLAIRE

Stripe Belted Detail Cotton Shirtdress

The cinched waist is so in RN.

MANGO

Short Sleeve Sweater

Sanctuary

Must-Have Cardigan

Modenaire

Sleeveless Crewneck Midi Dress With Gathered Waist and Pockets

MANGO

Cotton Button-Up Shirt

HIDDEN JEANS

High Waist Comfort Flare Jeans

Our editors have been raving about these.

Nordstrom

Tiered Cotton Poplin Maxi Skirt

The perfect black poplin skirt.

NYDJ

Pull-On Flare Leg Ponte Knit Trousers

Mila Mae

Pleated Cotton Midi Dress

Add a sweater as the weather gets cooler.

Madewell

Crewneck Cutaway Drapey Twill Vest

With a pair of high-waisted trousers, this is so cute!

Billabong

Free Fall Stretch Cotton Corduroy Pants

Wit & Wisdom

Brittany Absolution Itty Bitty Bootcut Jeans

Love the dark wash on these.