I recently highlighted some of the basic trends my 60-year-old mom is currently shopping for at Nordstrom—the retailer she loves because they have something for anyone with any style. Given that I also often turn to the mega-retailer for my essentials, I thought it could be fun to showcase the staples both of us are currently feeling. However, I’m not talking about just random items here, but rather those extra-special finds that look expensive though ring in under $100.
Given that we’re both in different cities at the moment, I ended up sharing with my mom a range of items I’m loving (many of which I want to recommend to my friends), and she did the same back. I then combined them together to bring you an edit of the 28 top Nordstrom pieces we think may be of interest to you. And yes, my mom is 60 (and I’m in my 30s), but as you’ll see, all of the essentials coming your way could absolutely work for anyone at any age. Because remember, age is legitimately just a number.
You just can’t beat a pretty bodysuit for that perfect tucked-in look.
A certified closet staple, according to my mother and me.
This architectural blouse looks far more expensive than it actually is.
Go-to spring dress, anyone?
You simply can’t go wrong with light-wash straight-leg jeans.
FYI, my mom is really into the knit blazer trend to keep polished yet comfy in her day-to-day routine.
Throw this statement top on with jeans and you’re ready to go.
Snatch this editor-favorite tee before it’s sold-out this season.
Scroll below to see its coordinating skirt!
This hue is where it’s at RN.
The ruching is such a refreshing detail.
Sometimes, basic just works.
The raw edges bring extra texture to this on-trend blazer.
There’s an under-$100 matching cardigan to go with this tank as well.
That A+ LBD you’ll wear to a range of occasions.
My mom wears longline cardigans on the regular.
Knit polos are retro but so right now.
I routinely recommend this square-neck bodysuit to my friends.
V into the idea of a short trench jacket for spring.
You’re definitely going to need a sweet cardigan to layer this season.
I basically want everyone to wear flares at the moment.
Need that ideal throw-on-and-go dress? Here you go.
Honestly so cozy for those chillier days.
Leopard print is still the way to go.
My mom can't get enough of cozy, oversized knits.
Still need those go-to black skinnies? My mom swears by these from Madewell.
Wear this midi dress for work or play.
Say hello to our new work pants.
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