I think I speak for all of us when I say this year's wardrobe goal is a closet full of simple yet elevated pieces you can mix and match throughout all four seasons. Great basics are essential to a sustainable and cost-effective wardrobe, and when I'm looking to add more, Nordstrom is my go-to.
As a former Nordstrom stylist, I remember emphasizing the power of a great basic to clients. Those include low-rise denim, midi skirts with high slits, racerback tanks or bodysuits you can pair with trousers, jeans you can wear forever, and blazers you can style with jeans, dresses, and miniskirts.
Since you know I'm a Nordy lover, keep scrolling to see 31 simple yet elevated items I can't get enough of.
Free People
Kate Rib Stretch Cotton Tank
Meet your new favorite white tank.
Topshop
Slim Fit Tailored Trousers
A good pair of black trousers is a closet essential.
Reformation
Cynthia High Waist Relaxed Jeans
I've been living in Reformation jeans lately.
Naked Wardrobe
The Nw Tank Bodysuit
I'll take this bodysuit in every color, please.
Astr the Label
Tie Back Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
A dress that can easily go from day to night.
Skims
Stretch Cotton Jersey T-Shirt Bodysuit
I live in stretch cotton jersey T-shirts.
ALO
Airlift High Waist Capri Leggings
When it comes to next-level leggings, you can always count on ALO.
Open Edit
Scoop Neck Midi Dress
A good stretch jersey midi dress is a must-have if you ask me.
Reformation
Evianna Ruffle Floral Linen A-Line Minidress
I have been in love with all things linen for summer. This black linen minidress is so pretty I need it immediately.
Levi's
Ribcage High Waist Ankle Straight Leg Jeans
Tailored straight-leg jeans take any look to the next level.
Open Edit
Solana Sandal
I'm in love with these kitten-heel sandals.
Nordstrom
Boyfriend Blazer
You can style this in multiple ways to go from day to night.
Levi's
501 Skinny Jeans
Skinny jeans that are Gen Z–approved.
Madewell
The Signature Poplin Oversize Button-Up Shirt
I'll take this poplin button-down shirt in every color.
Open Edit
Ribbed Sweater Tank Dress
The perfect knit dress for daytime.
Mango
Stretch Satin Skirt
I'm a big fan of satin skirts.
Adidas
Gazelle Sneaker
How cute are these pink sneakers? I think I need them.
Topshop
Longline Blazer
I'm a big fan of blazers.
ALO
Airlift High Waist Midi Leggings
Leggings you could live in.
Nike
Blazer Low Platform Sneaker
A stylish sneaker you can wear out of the gym.
ALO
Flutter High Waist Leggings
Split-hem leggings are so on-trend.
Open Edit
Cora Heel Sandal
Heels you could wear all day.
Skims
Stretch Cotton Tee
Style this with a blazer and miniskirt.
Agolde
Minka Wide Leg Cargo Jeans
It's as if your favorite cargo pants and your favorite pair of jeans had a baby.
Birkenstock
Arizona Big Buckle Slide Sandal
What can I say? I love a good Birkenstock.
Bp.
Tie Strap Shirred Stretch Cotton Poplin Sundress
An under-$50 sundress you can wear from day to night.
ALO
Rib Crop Top
A classic crop top.
Skims
Ribbed Long Slipdress
This Skims dress didn't go viral without good reason. Get your hands on it before it's gone.
Ag
Farrah High Waist Crop Bootcut Jeans
Cropped bootcut jeans are my favorite cut for summer. They look so good on and show off your summer sandals perfectly.
Originally from Chicago, Illinois, Grace has always been a lover of all things fashion and beauty. Upon receiving her first degree in visual communications from FIDM in Los Angeles, she moved to New York City and continued her education at LIM College, majoring in fashion media with a minor in society and culture. Grace has worked for PhotoBook magazine, Insider, and Harper's Bazaar. As a writer, Grace has had pieces published covering topics including racial justice, fashion, politics, and current events. As the previous assistant shopping editor at Who What Wear, Grace loves finding the best buys out there for the WWW readers.