No Surprise Here—8 Madewell New Arrivals So Chic They Look Straight Out of a Fashion Person's Closet
As a shopping editor, it's my job to keep tabs on all the newest arrivals. Sometimes, before I've even checked my email, I'm pulling up Zara, Nordstrom, H&M—the list goes on—to check the latest additions. This week, Madewell was the most memorable. Think lots of strips, preppy polos, new-in denim, and chic totes. Below, discover 8 chic Madewell new arrivals that look like they belong in a fashion person's closet.
Keep scrolling to shop the best Madewell jeans (ahem, these The Longline Straight Jeans, $148), plenty of chic affordable sweaters from alpaca-blend turtlenecks to striped merino wool polos, and so much more. If you follow the trends, you'll spot right away one of the hottest bag trends of 2026: the satchel. Madewell is an editor-favorite for quality, affordable fashion, so whether you're looking to round out your winter wardrobe or get a head start on your spring closet, ahead you'll find the 8 best Madewell finds from this week.
8 Chic Madewell New Arrivals
1. Oversized Pullover Sweater
A trend that will continue well into 2026: the striped sweater. This icy blue stripe is the perfect knit to wear with a pair of light-wash jeans or white denim.
2. The Lexington Oversized Tote
3. The Longline Straight Jean
I recently spent hours in a Madewell fitting room to find the best Madewell jeans. Spoiler: The Longline Straight Jean made the list. Its classic fit and soft fabrication make this the perfect denim for everyday wear.
4. Chunky-Knit Alpaca-Blend Turtleneck
Wrap up in warm, affordable winter sweaters this season with a cozy alpaca-blend turtleneck from Madewell. If you want to style it like a fashion person, then I suggest layering it over a boxy white tee and wide-leg trousers.
5. The Barrel-Leg Chino Pant
6. Drop-Shoulder Polo Sweater
A preppy polo is a fashion person's staple. Bonus point if you style it with a pair of boat shoes (another East Coast Prep classic).
7. The Lexington Shoulder Bag
8. Denim Chore Jacket
This Denim Chore Jacket will be a popular choice among the style set come springtime. Wear it with a pair of cargo pants, barrel-leg jeans, or overalls to embrace that utility feel.
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Josephine Hadjiloucas is a New York–based writer. She first interned at Who What Wear UK in 2024 and later joined Who What Wear U.S. as an assistant shopping editor after graduating from the Fashion Institute of Technology in 2025. When she isn’t covering the latest Gen Z trends or updating her under-$100 Nordstrom wish list, you can find her browsing the racks of NYC’s best vintage stores or rewatching Moonstruck for the 50th time. “Snap out of it!”