My Stylish Mom Wants 5 Chic Items for 2026 (No More Than $400 Total)—I Suggested These Nordstrom Picks
Including a modern shoe style.
My mom and I love to shop together. This sometimes involves physically going into a store and perusing new arrivals, but we also enjoy sending links back and forth of cool pieces we find. And yes, given my job as a fashion editor, it's often me who sends more ideas. And yes, as we kick off the new year, I recently did just that when she asked for a few chic new items to make her wardrobe feel more modern, and you know, "very 2026."
I should also note that we both adore shopping at Nordstrom, so I sent her five items I think she'd like that were within her $400 budget for everything. Keep scrolling to shop the pieces in question, including a modern shoe silhouette and elevated basics. I also rounded up even more fashionable affordable Nordstrom items I think you, dear readers, will love for 2026.
As I told my mother, you need a piece in this pink hue right now.
Faux-fur scarves are everywhere. This style would look gorgeous on one of my mom's longline coats.
Oxfords and derby shoes will be everywhere this year.
It's all about dark-wash jeans for 2026.
The buttons!
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Ugh, such a good faux-fur coat.
Pretty and versatile.
Our team adores these ruched loafers.
Note the cinch detail!
Cute with jeans.
Picture this skirt with an oversize knit.
This coat looks way more expensive than it is.
Sleek.
Nice color.
Not your average white shirt.
Another pretty pink sweater.
A short-sleeve sweater is always chic.
The contrast!
Cool sneakers.
Neckline!
This shirt also comes in blue.
Wow.
Yes to these gloves.
Sharp coat.
Cute!
Picture this tote for travel!
A stunner.
Get these flats before they sell out.
Modern shape.
So chic.
