A Former Nordstrom Buyer Just Went to Paris and Saw These 8 Items Everywhere
Susie Wright is a top-notch resource for fashion inspiration given her previous experience as a Nordstrom buyer and current work as a stylist and influencer. (Her blog is called So Susie.) She also has a sharp eye, so we're consistently intrigued by the trends she's spotting and wearing. She actually just got back from Paris, and since the Parisian aesthetic is so coveted, we were interested in learning about the items she spotted and wore while abroad.
Below, you'll uncover the key pieces Wright saw all over the streets of Paris. Effortlessness is the word that could be used to describe all of the trends in question. As you'll see, every trend is forward and cool, and they're easy to style with a range of closet staples. Keep scrolling for more, including visual inspiration showcasing how Wright is wearing the items.
1. Tailored Vests
On Wright: Rag & Bone vest
"Tailored vests are a stylish staple that Parisian women were wearing while out and about. I saw several matching sets, either with shorts or trousers, for a sleek, modern look. Another favorite outfit was a vest-and-slip-skirt combo—absolutely loved the look." — Wright
2. Button-Down Shirts
On Wright: Frank & Eileen shirt
"This layering staple is sooo versatile. Whether it's a classic white style or a French striped button-down, these wardrobe staples belong in everyone's closet. Stylish French women were wearing them with everything from straight-leg denim to tailored shorts to trousers and looking fabulous, of course." — Wright
3. Large Totes
On Wright: Loewe tote
"The minute I got off the plane, I noticed everyone was carrying a large tote bag. There was a mix of raffia, structured totes and designer styles, and they all looked super cool. And why not? They're functional, practical, and super stylish." — Wright
4. Skirts
On Wright: Anthropologie skirt
"Skirts are having a resurgence this year, and I saw many different styles in Paris, from longer denim skirts to slip skirts to shorter styles. Talk about an easy way to give your wardrobe an instant update." — Wright
5. Straight-Leg Jeans
On Wright: Mother jeans
"Many women were wearing straight-leg jeans with either sandals or ballet flats—so chic! Try the Mother Dazzlers or Levi's denim. On top, try a tank with an oversize blazer, a button-down shirt, or a T-shirt and trench." — Wright
6. Sneakers
On Wright: Alexander McQueen sneakers
"Sneakers are still the casual shoe of choice in Paris (and everywhere). Style girls were wearing them with dresses, skirts, shorts, trousers… You name it. Of-the-moment brands include Veja, On, Nike, and New Balance." — Wright
7. Tailored Shorts
On Wright: Vince shorts
"There were tailored shorts everywhere in Paris, from museums to cafés to the dinner boat cruise we took on the Seine. They were casually paired with a simple tank and slide sandals or dressed up with blazers and a low heel." — Wright
8. Trousers
On Wright: Aritzia trousers
"Trousers are having a moment, and I saw them everywhere in Paris. They were paired with everything from ribbed tanks to coordinating vests and even button-down shirts worn open like a jacket." — Wright
Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent over seven 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 retialers 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. He has also worked across a variety of other media brands and fashion retailers like Refinery29, PureWow, Men's Health, and Gilt covering commerce, trend reporting, women's and men's fashion, home, and lifestyle.
-
I'm a Former Nordstrom Buyer—These 7 Items Make My Wardrobe Feel More Relevant
Modern staples.
By Bobby Schuessler
-
Basics From Nordstrom That Would Be in Any Fashion Person's Wardrobe
Versatile selects.
By Bobby Schuessler
-
I Read 300+ Shoe Reviews on Nordstrom—These 20 Styles Are Worth Your Time
Your definitive list.
By Ana Escalante
-
If You Only Shop One Brand From Nordstrom for Spring, Let It Be This One
It's cool yet classic.
By Nicole Akhtarzad Eshaghpour
-
Bring on the Compliments—30 Dresses That Are on Sale and Ready to Turn Heads
So many gems, so little time.
By Jennifer Camp Forbes
-
I Want an Elegant Spring Wardrobe—These 32 Nordstrom Finds Have My Attention
Elevated finds inside.
By Grace O'Connell Joshua
-
I'm Already Prepping My Summer Wardrobe—I Only Have Eyes for These Elegant Nordstrom Items
Plus, they're all $150 and under.
By Ana Escalante
-
Nordstrom Shoppers Lose It Over This Affordable Shoe Brand—Shop the Best Pairs
Click if you like trendy shoes.
By Allyson Payer