I Like Simple Clothing, and These Anti-Trend Nordstrom Items Are Just Excellent

I recently shared my adoration for more low-key fashion items. While I enjoy testing new trends, simple items often become everyday staples in my wardrobe. In other words, basics are my front-runners. Who What Wear editors refer to these pieces as "anti-trend” items, meaning they’re not tied to fleeting trends but will remain relevant for seasons to come. And yes, Nordstrom consistently stocks a wide variety of these closet workhorses.
Below you’ll uncover the recent Nordstrom items that piqued my interest and that I think you’ll love if you also turn to easy clothing in your day-to-day. The finds in question could also be used as foundational elements to balance out any of the trendier picks you may incorporate from time to time. Keep scrolling to check out fantastic jeans, shirting, dresses, jackets, and more that I think are excellent and chic.
Next, check out more amazing items to buy at Nordstrom.

Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent 10 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 retailers 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.
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