If you ask me whether or not to buy someone a gift card as a present, I’ll tell you that it’s impersonal and a bit of a yawn 90% of the time. The only time I praise them is when the recipient is anything like my mother, who rarely buys anything indulgent for herself and therefore needs the incentive to go out and splurge on something that’s just for her.
That is why I was thrilled to find out that she’d been gifted with a $200 gift card to Nordstrom aka our department store. (Everyone has one that holds an extra-special place in their hearts.) I’m aware that she knows her way around Nordstrom just as well as I do from years of experience, but given how little time she spends shopping anymore, I took it upon myself to scour the entire contents of the store (no really, I did) to help her get busy spending it. Below, find 34 under-$200 items that I’d pick if I were my gift-card holding 60-year-old mom.
I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again: My aunt is one of my biggest style inspirations. In my 29 years as her niece, I’ve never seen her looking anything short of pulled-together and ultra-chic, so it should come as no surprise when I tell you that it’s basically her job to help people find their personal style. She went into fashion merchandising and has since worked in everything from personal styling to buying. Almost everyone in our family goes to her for style advice, myself included. And now that we both work in fashion, I’m constantly texting her about everything from the coolest new trends to the items I’m considering buying.
I sat down with her to chat about the best J.Crew shopping. The retailer has recently shot up to the top of my list of go-to stores, and I’ve found more and more reasons to shop its chic and elevated staples, but I wanted to get my aunt’s take on what to buy there now. Despite the nearly 30 years between us, we picked out many of the same J.Crew items, which proves how versatile and ageless these finds really are.
Instead of keeping them to myself, I’m dishing on all the chic J.Crew shopping finds my aunt and I are losing our minds over now. Ahead are 42 perfect picks.
I online shop a lot—like, a lot, a lot—but one person’s only capable of scrolling so much, which is why I sometimes go on long hiatuses from certain retailers. It’s not because I don’t want to keep up with their every drop. I simply can’t, at least not while maintaining any sort of work-life balance. And the one that’s unfortunately fallen off my radar of late is Revolve, though, I can’t see it staying that way for long now that I’ve feasted on its current sale selection. My findings were too good for me not to come back for more.
Ahead, find 22 of the chicest items calling Revolve’s sale section home right now, from every editor I know’s favorite vintage-denim alternative to the cocktail dress your upcoming spring-wedding lineup is begging for. Whatever it is that you’re shopping for right now, the options below are guaranteed to either fit the bill or override your current wishlist. They’re that good—and that’s coming from someone who, I repeat, shops a lot.
It’s totally normal for a new year to bring forth cravings for newness, especially when it comes to the contents of your closet. The things you wore on repeat in 2023 might not fit into the look you’re going for in 2024—there’s no shame in that. Since sales continue to pop up post-holidays, you won’t have to break the bank to achieve a fresh-feeling wardrobe for the year ahead.
Two such sales are going on right now at Madewell and J.Crew, sister brands that both specialize in elevated and versatile pieces that are destined to become the backbone of your 2024 wardrobe. At Madewell, from now until January 17, receive up to 70% off select styles when you use the code NEWYEAR at checkout. At J.Crew, until January 16, select styles are 40% off, plus another sale is happening with up to an extra 70% off select items when you use code SHOPSALE. Are you freaking out? I am.
Scroll down to revitalize your closet with on-sale outerwear, knitwear, shoes, and more from Madewell and J.Crew.
The only thing more exciting than a fresh crop of new arrivals dropping at J.Crew is a round of game-changing discounts. And fortunately for fans of elevated basics and shockingly good tailoring are exactly what the brand is giving us as we speak. In time for the long weekend, J.Crew‘s doling out 40%-off promotions with additional items getting an even more intensive markdown treatment of 70% off. Use the code SHOPSALE at checkout to get the discount on select pieces.
To make shopping the sale that much easier—you have long-weekend plans to get into, after all—I went ahead and did the math for you. I handpicked the very best items included in J.Crew’s current sale offering. Don’t worry—you can thank me later. With that, scroll on to shop the sale, which ends on January 16, before the top-tier finds sell out for good.
Oh, you thought you could take a break from sale shopping just because Cyber Month ended? Same. Then I stumbled across J.Crew‘s latest, appealing 40%-off sale that’s only running until 11:59 p.m. EST on January 16, leaving me with no choice but to drop everything and look for deals before it’s too late and everything sells out. We can’t have that, can we?
I spent the last hour scrolling through this sale’s offering, hand-selecting the best deals and adding pieces into my cart that I simply have to bring into my 2024 rotation, from denim jackets to satin camisoles to “dripping in wealth” outerwear. Now, it’s your turn. Trust me—this is one sale you won’t regret spending time (and money) on.
(PS: There is another sale happening with up to an extra 70% off select items when you use code SHOPSALE. Discounted prices reflected below.)
With colder weather well and truly here, it’s time to step up your outerwear game. Living in the Northeast, I know a coat basically makes up my whole look for months on end, so I take extra care to keep a variety of great styles on hand. This season, there is one coat style in particular that I will be wearing on heavy rotation thanks to the tremendous power it holds in being able to instantly elevate any look: the long coat.
Maxi-length outerwear in black, gray, navy, or another neutral color has become a simple and stylish staple among the fashion set. Just one quick scroll through your social feed and you’re guaranteed to see one of your favorite fashion follows donning a transformative long coat over a variety of looks. From a casual jeans-and-tee combo to a party-ready ensemble with a dress and heels, a maxi coat will give any outfit a chic boost.
Like I said, I come bearing receipts. Keep scrolling to see and to shop 13 chic winter outfit ideas from across the globe that feature long coats—a great way to learn from the best on how to style your own pick this season.
Nordstrom is a retailer we cannot stop shopping from. Its elite lineage of products — from beauty to clothing — is enticing, allowing you to order and feel good about your purchase.
With each item at Nordstrom a surefire marker of prestige, its Half Yearly Sale (happening now!) is where we’re headed. For a limited time, you can enjoy up to 50% off sitewide.
That’s right — you don’t have to wait until the coveted, summertime-annual Nordstrom Anniversary Sale to secure deep discounts. In the here and now, you can pick up extraordinary Nordstrom gifts (perhaps, some for yourself) that will have you stocked and your serotonin boosted before 2024 begins.
Ahead, the New York Post pulled our favorites off the digital racks and shelves for you to peruse through. From SKIMS and UGG to Nike and Le Creuset, there’s certainly not a lack of items to add to your online shopping cart ASAP.
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When the social media-viral SKIMS lounge dress is on sale, we’re all about it. For less than $75, its flattering, glove-like fit is all we could ask for. Not to mention, it’s one of the easiest forms of loungewear to toss on.
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Grab the UGG Women’s Classic Mini II Genuine Shearling Lined Boot in any of its on-sale shades, though we’re a bit obsessed with this navy hue that looks terrific with denim. Not to mention, they’re totally on-trend right now.
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Grab this pair of the Nike Men’s Air Max 270 Sneaker while it’s on sale. They’re ultra-supportive, a pair we’ve previously gifted and all-star shoes for any occasion.
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One of the best sales the Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale has to offer is the Le Creuset Signature 7.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Chef’s Oven. For nearly $200 off, this cookware gem is worth every penny.
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Up the ante on your in-office wardrobe with the Vince Camuto Nina Wide Leg Pants. We can’t believe they’re on sale for less than $40, either, and they’ll look phenomenal with your comfiest heels and work bag of choice.
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One of our personal favorite crossbody bags is the Tory Burch McGraw Leather Wallet Crossbody. We’re obsessed with this tiramisu shade and soft-to-the-touch feel. Its gold hardware is a nice touch, too.
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Whenever we’re trekking away for a long weekend, you can find the Oribe Hair Alchemy Travel Set in our duffle bag. The brand has some of the most luscious shampoos we tested, and this luxe set is the ideal gift for anyone — yourself included.
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Whenever a new mom we know is asking for baby product recommendations, we always send them the link to the Nordstrom Hooded Baby Bunting. Now, it’s on sale for less than $25 (pretty epic, if we do say so) and it’s adorably cute.
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One thing’s for sure — you can never have too many cardigans. Grab the Vince Camuto Long Cardigan while it’s less than $50 for that designer-leaning article of clothing you’ll oh-so-love.
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Whenever we ask the men in our life about their favorite skincare brands, Kiehl’s Since 1851 is usually at the top of their lists. For that reason, we recommend stocking up on the Kiehl’s Since 1851 Facial Fuel Energizing Face Scrub for a gentle cleanse.
As anyone who lives in New York will tell you, Williamsburg is the new SoHo. For better or worse, North 6th Street, in particular—just a couple of blocks from my apartment—has transformed into a bona fide shopping destination, home to the likes of Glossier, Byredo, and Chanel Beauty, not to mention Hermès, Reformation, and Madewell.
My newest neighbor is COS, which is equal parts excellent and dangerous. I used to *innocently* walk my dog past every day, but now that Ruby knows the lovely staff have treats for her behind the counter, I’ve been forced to go inside more than once. In the name of research, I’ve been taking mental note of the rich-looking styles that are giving the most quiet luxury energy. Here’s what’s at the top of my wish list, including picks from in-store, some online exclusives, and the one chic item I couldn’t not buy.
Ready for some fresh Nordstrom buys? The new year is almost here, and we’re already off to a strong start at the retailer, and the new arrivals section is popping off right now. How do I know this? Over the past few weeks, I’ve done a ton of trend research for the year ahead, poring over the winter collections and scanning my social media feeds to find out what people are talking about. I usually peruse Nordstrom’s site when I need to update my basics, but the buys I found on my recent search are the more special and elevated picks that I was happily surprised to see. Consider this your ultimate Who What Wear-approved edit and I’ll be your shopping connoisseur.
Based on my findings, I’ve come to the conclusion that the 36 Nordstrom items you’re about to see below—from the designer shoulder bag that will be the blueprint for every other trendy bag to the color that magically elevates anything and the fresh wardrobe basics that everyone will wear—qualify as some of the buzziest finds of the moment and will be important through the end of the year and into the next. I’m particularly excited about each of these items, and I know you will be too.
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