I'm constantly on the hunt for the coolest pieces to land at retailers, and since I write the Luxury List column, that includes all things designer. Recently, I've been scouring the new drops at Net-a-Porter, Moda Operandi, and Nordstrom, whose winter arrivals have me thinking about which investment pieces will land in my closet—or, at least, at the top of my wish list.
Right now, I have a number of luxe buys sitting in my cart. Since winter is about to arrive, I'm thinking about pieces like outerwear that will be essential in the coming months and seasonless staples that will last for years and years ahead. From printed statement coats to sleek knee-high boots to strapless tops primed for holiday events, these are all of the cool luxury buys that made the cut.
Net-a-Porter
Gucci
Pleated Wool-Jacquard Pants
There are trousers, and then there are Gucci trousers.
The Frankie Shop
Suzanne Belted Wool-Blend Felt Trench Coat
New Frankie Shop just dropped.
By Pariah
Drop Large Recycled Gold Vermeil Earrings
Beautiful.
Khaite
Birdie Oversize Denim Shirt
I've been thinking about this since it was everywhere on the street style scene at fashion month.
Bottega Veneta
Gloss Leather Wedge Pumps
This shape, though.
By Malene Birger
Trullem Belted Wool Coat
If you're looking for a special piece, add this beautiful By Malene Birger coat to your cart—a design that is exclusive to Net-a-Porter.
Manolo Blahnik
Ballerimu Bow-Detailed Suede Mules
These are so popular they're practically sold out.
Totême
Scarf-Detailed Wool Jacket
Yet another outerwear piece I'm eyeing.
The Row
Leather Ankle Boots
These boots have proven that they're a very solid investment piece at this point.
Dries Van Noten
Zebra-Stripe Chenille Coat
Talk about a statement coat.
Nordstrom
Proenza Schouler
Strapless Ruffle Top
At the top of my wish list.
Jil Sander
Knee High Riding Boot
The coolest possible riding boots.
The North Face
Nuptse 1996 Packable Quilted 700 Fill Power Down Jacket
Practical but cute.
The Row
Emy Leather Top Handle Bag
Gorgeous.
Lafayette 148 New York
Whipstitch Crewneck Cashmere & Wool Sweater
I love anything with a whipstitch detail.
Bottega Veneta
Arco Intrecciato Leather Tote
So sleek.
Saint Laurent
Dream Velvet Slingback Sandal
How stunning is this velvet?
Totême
Foldover Strapless Top
Get in my closet.
Totême
Biella Alpaca Blend Sweater
To tie over your shoulders.
Saint Laurent
Triangle Drop Clip-On Earrings
These also come in gold.
Moda Operandi
The Row
Park Medium North/South Leather Tote Bag
My sister has been on the hunt for a great tote bag, and I just texted her this piece.
Jil Sander
Knit Sweater
Did someone say après-ski?
Staud
Cami Suede Knee Boots
Found your go-to winter boots.
Magda Butrym
Wool-Blend Herringbone Bustier Top
This wool bustier feels unexpected in the best possible way.
Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear. She oversees luxury and runway content, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, and Tiffany & Co., and her style has been featured in publications including The New York Times, Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Kristen began her career at Rodarte and Allure. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.