I'm a VIP Nordstrom Stylist—4 Trends I Want My Clients to Try (and 4 I Don't)

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It's always intriguing to discover trends and new items through the eyes of different fashion people. One industry insider who always has a fresh perspective is VIP Nordstrom stylist Sandy Koszarek. In her role, she is constantly sorting through new arrivals to uncover those special gems to recommend to her clients. On that note, she shared with us the specific fall trends that are on her rack right now that she wants many of her clients to test out for the season.

Alternatively, she also shared the fall trends she's not as into this year and probably won't suggest as much. Of course, it's to note that you should always wear whatever you love and feel comfortable in, no matter what may be "trending" for some.

Keep scrolling to check out the trends Koszarek loves and isn't feeling as much right now. You'll also notice shopping recommendations. 

Into: Basic Tops

Not as Into: Fussy Tops

"I love great wardrobe basics, so it's exciting to see simple basics like white tank tops and button-down shirts trending. Ageless and chic, this is a duo I want my clients to try styled with their favorite jeans or trousers."

Into: Flares

Not as Into: Skinny Jeans

"Most of us love wearing jeans, and with many styles trending, I want my clients to try flared jeans. This style feels modern, is flattering, and is available in cropped or longer lengths, giving the illusion of longer legs." 

Into: Leather Jackets

Not as Into: Linen Jackets

"Fall is right around the corner, and I want my clients to put away their lightweight jackets and add a leather version instead. Bomber and moto-style jackets in faux and leather options are trending and add a cool-girl vibe to any look."

Into: Slip Dresses

Not as Into: Airy, Tiered Dresses

"A slip dress is one of my favorite dress styles and one I want my clients to try. It's a style most can wear during the day with a sweater and boots or in the evening with a blazer and mules. Plus, it's a great dress to take on your next vacation."

Next, check out more trending picks from Nordstrom.

Bobby Schuessler
Market Director

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.