It might still be 80 degrees here in L.A., but my mindset is eagerly shifting to fall, which is my favorite season for dressing. When else can I sport silk boxer shorts, a cozy cashmere sweater, a suede jacket, and loafers in pure sartorial harmony? I've already started adding specific styles to my cart—a mix of elevated basics and trend-forward styles that when mixed and matched or worn with other items in my closet will make for a great fall outfit. Since I'm on a budget this season I'm keeping all my picks under the $150 mark.
Keep scrolling to take a peek at my fall shopping list from Madewell, J.Crew, and Nordstrom as I highlight some of the under $150 finds that will elevate your wardrobe this fall.
Madewell
Fashion people have been jumping on the Alexa Chung collab.
A chic and easy short-sleeve sweater to ease into fall.
Give your outfit a chic autumnal look with brown suede ballet flats.
Is this not the perfect silhouette?
I want this in all five colors!
The staple you'll be reaching for on repeat.
Style this chocolate brown tee with ivory jeans and brown ballet flats for one effortless fall look.
Love a '90s-inspired shoulder bag.
If you're into the trending barrel-leg silhouette, this is the perfect pair.
There's something about a relaxed navy-blue sweater that oozes French-girl vibes.
A navy suede bag in the chicest silhouette. Sign me up!
J.Crew
An elegant way to lean into this season's leopard-print trend.
I'll be living in this cozy sweater all fall and winter.
Utterly obsessed with these satin pants. (I'm getting them in navy blue next).
The perfect fall bag *does* exist.
This color will go with everything.
Olive-green corduroys for an of-the-moment look.
A cashmere sweater-vest to layer until your heart's content.
Classic and timeless.
Style with jeans for dinner and drinks.
This butter-yellow Lady Jacket speaks to my soul.
Nordstrom
Checks are back for fall 2024.
It's all about pointed-toe pumps this season.
Throw this cozy sweater on with tailored trousers, slip skirts, jeans… the list goes on!
I love styling cream jeans with cozy oversize sweaters.
A seriously good deal.
A pop of leopard print for a trend-forward touch.
A chic boat-neck top in this season's trending hue.
Your zero-regret purchase, found.
Wear with heels and flats alike.
Kate Moss vibes.
"Cute cardigan season" is here.
Style with ballet flats now and knee-high boots later.
These new suede loafers are temporarily on sale, and I can't add them to my cart fast enough.
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Calvin Klein's '90s Collections Will Always Be My Blueprint for Fall DressingThe chicest.
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Spotted at the COS Show: The Leather Coat and Plaid Shirt That *Will* Sell Out by October 1Everyone was still talking about them both days later.
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I Work in Fashion—These Are the 10 Fall Investment Pieces I *Know* Are Worth ItSee what made my list.
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Here They Are: The 6 Biggest Boot Trends of Fall 2025Exotic finishes! Sock boots! Western motifs!
