I'm a Former Nordstrom Buyer—These Are the 8 Fall Trends I Care About, Period
From an It jacket silhouette to a cool denim cut.


As a former Nordstrom buyer and content creator (you may know her from So Susie), Susie Wright has and continues to be tuned into seasonal staples that can upgrade a wardrobe. For fall 2025, Wright has a few key silhouettes on her radar that she's eager to incorporate into her stylish looks.
Below you'll find the list of the fall 2025 trends Wright cares about the most to provide style and shopping inspiration. You'll find everything from a coveted outerwear style to the denim cut she's going to wear on repeat. Yes, there's also a range of shopping recommendations if something catches your eye. Keep scrolling for more.
1. Stand-Collar Jacket
On Wright: Sanctuary jacket
"The minute I spotted the cool Chloé jacket that was seen all over the runways, I knew I'd need to find a version to recommend. So when this one appeared, I snatched it up! I love the stand collar and the puff-sleeve detail—so chic." — Wright
2. Barrel-Leg Jeans
On Wright: Madewell jeans
"You'll be surprised at how this denim will update everything in your closet! Whether you wear them now with sandals or later with boots, your styling options are endless." — Wright
3. Lace-Trimmed Skirt
On Wright: Dôen skirt
"Slip skirts are classic pieces at this point, but this season, lingerie-inspired skirts are the newest style to try. They're beautifully cut, made of pretty material, and celebs are loving them. Style them with luxurious sweaters or leather … so chic!" — Wright
4. Barn Jacket
On Wright: Barbour jacket
"Every brand is doing some version of a barn jacket, and it's become a wardrobe classic at this point. It's practical, and the styling options are endless—try it with jeans or with skirts. It's the perfect transitional piece to have in your closet this season." — Wright
5. Fair Isle Sweater
On Wright: Frame sweater
"It's almost sweater season, and this timeless classic is a piece that I highly recommend adding to your wardrobe this fall. It's versatile enough to wear with denim, slip skirts, or trousers, … and it's practical once the weather cools down." — Wright
6. Brown Dress
On Wright: Tuckernuck dress
"Once the season shifts, I always recommend adding a dress or two to your wardrobe. Once you find a classic style, you can style it many different ways. Love dresses with knee boots and cozy layers on top." — Wright
7. Trench Coat
On Wright: Aritzia trench
"It's the time of year to make sure your trench coats are updated! Whether you're going for a long version or a cropped version, look for a jacket that has a relaxed fit. It'll make layering easy, and it will instantly elevate your fall outfits." — Wright
8. Loose Jeans
On Wright: Mother jeans
"These looser, long-length styles are my new favorites! They're super comfy and relaxed, and I plan on wearing them now with sandals and later with boots." — Wright

Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent 10 years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retailers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises.
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