My New Aesthetic Is Timeless—34 Nordstrom Buys That'll Outlive Any Trend
Nordstrom is often a go-to for its wide array of items to suit a variety of styles. On that note, it's the retailer's assortment of affordable pieces that's particularly noteworthy. If you cruise over to the site at any given time, you're bound to uncover a smattering of under-$100 items. And that brings us to why we're here today.
After scrolling through the under-$100 pieces at Nordstrom right now, it became apparent that there's quite the offering of affordable items that are honestly quite timeless. Yep, said pieces are highly versatile and have classic yet modern silhouettes. Intrigued? Keep scrolling to check out an edit of closet staples that quite honestly won't go out of style. Enjoy.
For your next quiet-luxury bag, may I suggest this under-$50 gem?
These mid-calf denim shorts feel like they'd go well with anything already existing in your closet.
This jacket is incredibly current while seamlessly going with anything in your wardrobe—the best thing you could ask for when you're buying something that you hope will last.
Quiet luxury is having a moment, but at its core, the hero pieces—like simple cardigans—will outlive any trend.
Although cutouts can veer on the trendier side, this twisted bodysuit feels incredibly elevated.
The fashion set loves Skims for its buttery smooth, comfortable fabrics.
This thicker band feels much more elevated than other options out there.
If you're gonna invest in anything, invest in these long-lasting $99 trousers.
Although ultra-dainty details like puff sleeves, tiered maxi skirts, and smocking bodices may be everywhere this summer, the simple dress silhouette never goes out of style.
This understated, classy style is always at the top of my investment list due to its sophisticated, timeless silhouette.
For long-term wardrobe commitments, think of something that you can wear for multiple occasions. This ruched strapless gown is the perfect example—it's ideal for weddings, nights on the town, and for the office paired with a blazer.
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Ana Escalante is an award-winning journalist and Gen Z editor whose work ranges from dissecting size inclusivity at fashion week to discussing how American Girl Doll meme accounts are the the answer to society's collective spiral. She's covered it all: Queen Elizabeth II's corgis, Roe v. Wade frontline protests, and the emergence of jorts (or jean shorts for the uninitiated). At Who What Wear, Ana is responsible for delivering smart, insightful, personality-driven shopping guides and trend features for a digital-first generation.Before joining Who What Wear, Ana was Glamour magazine's editorial assistant, where she focused on daily news and special packages, including leading the brand's 2022 Met Gala coverage. For more than half a decade, she has covered style, beauty, and digital culture for publications such as Paper magazine, Harper's Bazaar, Vogue Japan, and Allure, among others. Ana has been called a rising star in media by publications such as Nylon and Teen Vogue. (Her mother, meanwhile, calls her "the coolest person" she knows.)
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