When you're on the hunt for a new pair of boots, how do you decide which ones to buy? Perhaps you consult your friends, browse Instagram, or head over to Who What Wear (good idea). All of these are excellent approaches, but there's one method I especially swear by: shopping based on reviews. I'm the type of person who doesn't see a movie without checking out its Rotten Tomatoes score, so you can bet I don't buy clothes or shoes without peeking at online reviews.
I singled out Nordstrom because it happens to have one of the most robust review systems out of my favorite retailers. Thousands of shoppers have taken the time to comment on their purchases, giving future buyers an idea of what to expect when they spend their hard-earned cash. Below, I've rounded up the sweaters, jeans, and boots with the most positive reviews to make your next purchase easy as pie.
SWEATERS
1. 786 Reviews
So basic and so necessary.
2. 379 Reviews
In a sea of navy and black sweaters, stand out in this beautiful seafoam green.
3. 350 Reviews
Is it just me, or does this have the best product name of all time?
4. 319 Reviews
Go monochrome, and pair this sweater with a camel coat and tan trousers.
5. 306 Reviews
Hundreds of reviews can't be wrong about this cozy Madewell cardigan.
6. 296 Reviews
This sweater also comes in blue, off-white, brown, and black.
JEANS
1. 571 Reviews
These jeans have the highest number of reviews on Nordstrom, so you can't go wrong.
2. 484 Reviews
These skinny jeans are totally classic.
3. 418 Reviews
Black jeans are a great choice for the office because they can easily pass for trousers.
4. 386 Reviews
Slouchy jeans are perfect for the weekend.
5. 269 Reviews
I personally love AG jeans and have been wearing them for years.
6. 69 Reviews
These jeans are the ideal mix of slim and straight.
BOOTS
1. 3300 Reviews
Over 3000 Nordstrom shoppers love these boots, which also come in brown.
2. 2100 Reviews
These are perfect for teaming with skinny jeans.
3. 1600 Reviews
Timberland boots are iconic for a reason.
4. 1500 Reviews
Yes, Uggs are cool again.
5. 790 Reviews
These are the gold standard for snow boots.
6. 761 Reviews
Channel your inner Kate Moss at Glastonbury in Hunter rain boots.
7. 557 Reviews
These shorter versions are also worthy of Ms. Moss.
8. 544 Reviews
Sleek and simple.
9. 483 Reviews
The lug soles make these boots particularly durable.
10. 357 Reviews
These great lace-up boots also come in black.
11. 315 Reviews
None other than Heidi Klum owns these shoes in the white version.
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