Curious what a fashion editor, her cool mom, and her wise older sisters have bought or would buy from Nordstrom this season? Sure, that exact scenario has probably never crossed your mind, but doesn't it sound at least a little bit intriguing? Either way, you're about to find out because the group chat has already commenced, and today, I'm showing you the best of what we've got to show for it.
Focusing on our collective propensity for classic style and timeless buys, waiting for you below is a list of 31 essential Nordstrom items backed by at least one, but more often several (or all) of us that we just needed you to know about. Consider this the cherry on top of the site's already-helpful review feature—but with more of a personal twist. Trust me. Even I added a few things to my cart after working on this story, so I guarantee you will too. Ready to get started? Simply keep scrolling for our real-life Nordstrom shopping list for fall.
It's just so chic.
You can never have enough perfect sweaters.
We're big believers in trusting reviews.
Perfect.
Wouldn't mind the whole outfit.
My next mission is procuring the matching pants.
I hate to admit it, but how much cooler is this than an all-black outfit?
They nailed this color combo.
The whole outfit is what really sold me.
We also love the small size.
Even if you don't like the cold, you have to love velvet weather.
I don't foresee this staying in stock for long.
Slingbacks are essential to our fall wardrobes.
I welcome this tailored take on the leather jacket.
You can't go wrong.
We'll take all the belts.
As much as I want them for myself, I could actually most see my mom in these.
Leopard is forever.
Everything is better in suede.
I own this and think it's cool and classic at the same time.
We all agree that Skims basics are elite.
A love for Uggs is universal.
Who doesn't enjoy an attached scarf?
This is what we call an elevated basic.
It's not often I can imagine all four of us wearing the same bag.
Honestly, Mango is on fire this season.
This can so easily be dressed or down, and we love that.
The price is only part of why we want these perfect boots.
Navy is really speaking to me right now.
It just looks luxe.
Madewell's belts are next-level this season.
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