The 29 Best Affordable Wardrobe Basics at Nordstrom

last updated 14 February 2023

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Nordstrom has fantastic basics. In fact, I routinely turn to the retailer for my personal wardrobe needs. In addition, I curate edits when my friends need shopping advice and when I’m pulling standout items to recommend to you, dear readers. And that’s what’s coming your way below.

I scrolled through the entire Nordstrom site to find the best basics that are under $50. Given their versatility, I think the pieces coming up in the curation ahead could actually become new wardrobe staples. I’m talking about everything from amazing T-shirts that have tons of positive customer reviews to quality leggings to easy sweaters that could be dressed up or down.

Keep scrolling to check out the best affordable basics from Nordstrom.

Topshop

Tailored Cigarette Trousers

You'll get so much wear out of these trousers.

Skims

Cotton Rib Tank

A top-rated tank.

Open Edit

Racer Knit Midi Dress

Incredibly versatile.

Asos Design

Straight Leg Jeans

These may become your new go-to jeans.

Vero Moda

Lea V-Neck Cardigan

Trend-forward hue.

Asos Design

Bias Cut Satin Skirt

An elevated basic.

Open Edit

Semisheer V-Neck Dolman Sleeve Sweater

The slouchy fit is great.

Topshop

Oversize T-Shirt

Fresh.

1822 Denim

Flare Jeans

Sleek flares.

Madewell

Whisper Cotton Crewneck T-Shirt

A favorite tee for so many.

Steve Madden

Amira Tiered Cotton Midi Dress

You can wear this dress for so many occasions.

Open Edit

Split Hem Leggings

The split hem is a nice touch.

Topshop

Lettuce Edge Cotton Blend T-Shirt

Darling with the lettuce edge.

Asos Design

Satin Midi Slipdress

Chic.

Open Edit

Boxy Crop T-Shirt

Our editors love this tee.

Topshop

Lace Trim Midi Skirt

Try this skirt with a chunky knit.

Open Edit

Ribbed Crop Racerback Tank

Easy.

Open Edit

Fuzzy Open Front Cardigan

Talk about cozy.

Nordstrom

Scallop Cuff Crewneck Sweater

The scallop cuffs are a nice touch.

Topshop

Two-Button Rib Crop Cardigan

Sweet cardi.

Open Edit

Drawstring Wide Leg Pants

The drawstring waist brings an extra comfort factor.

Bp.

Long Sleeve Mock Neck Crop Top

A staple.

Open Edit

Jersey Tube Top

Wear on its own or for layering.

Topshop

Smocked Strappy Square Neck Top

Wear this top with everything from trousers to jeans to skirts.

Treasure & Bond

Variegated Rib Square Neck T-Shirt

That neckline, though.

Bp.

Foldover Organic Cotton Flare Leggings

Cool leggings.

Asos Design

Sleeveless Racerback Bodysuit

Another standout tank.

Treasure & Bond

Seamed Cotton T-Shirt Dress

Adore this dress with sneakers.

River Island

Sweetheart Neck Long Sleeve Bodysuit

For that perfectly tucked-in look.

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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 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. 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.