I Was a VIP Nordstrom Stylist—These Are the 7 Spring Staples I Care About the Most

A Nordstrom stylist wearing a navy jacket and white jeans.

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As spring officially approaches, many of us are starting to prep those new-season wardrobes, and that's certainly the case for Sandy Koszarek. As a former VIP Nordstrom stylist and current content creator (don't forget to follow Stylish Sandy), she always keeps an eye on what matters in fashion. So yes, she's already identified the on-trend pieces that will become staples in her spring wardrobe.

Below, you'll uncover Koszarek's seven spring essentials and visual inspiration. Interested in adding a piece or two to your wardrobe? There are plenty of product recommendations for each staple as well.

Trench Coats

A Nordstrom stylist wearing a long tan trench coat and white pants.

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"After a long winter, a trench coat is a spring staple I can't wait to wear—the perfect layer to complete my outfits." — Koszarek

Neutral and Colorful Sneakers

A Nordstrom stylist wearing track pants and neutral sneakers.

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"I love wearing sneakers, and while classic white will always be a favorite, I'm excited to mix in neutrals and bold colors this spring." — Koszarek

White Jeans

A Nordstrom stylist wearing a white button down, white jeans, and white sneakers.

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"White jeans are classic and a fresh alternative to blue denim. They go with everything! I love dressing them up or down for any occasion." — Koszarek

Ballet Flats and Mary Janes

A Nordstrom stylist wearing a tan trench coat, white jeans, and ballet flats.

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"Mary Janes are trending this spring. I'll wear braided and textured styles to add interest to any outfit." — Koszarek

Blazers

A Nordstrom stylist wearing baggy jeans, a white top, and a white blazer.

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"Blazers are a staple in my wardrobe and my go-to jacket for spring. I'm excited to wear them with everything from jeans to dresses. They always pull a look together." — Koszarek

Bold Sunglasses

A Nordstrom stylist wearing a tan coat, jeans, sneakers, and sunglasses.

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"This spring, I'm excited to wear bold sunglasses—a chic accessory that instantly elevates any outfit." — Koszarek

Track Pants

A Nordstrom stylist wearing track pants and neutral sneakers.

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"I'm excited to wear elevated track pants. They're trendy, comfortable, and a polished denim alternative. Plus, they're versatile enough to wear with sneakers or heels, depending on the day!" — Koszarek

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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 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.