A Fashion Editor Shops the Nordstrom Sale—6 Trends She'd Buy and 6 She'd Skip

Just as you thought the excitement of sale season was over, Nordstrom comes along with one of their most coveted sales. Yep, if you didn’t manage to shop the Limited-Time sale, then don’t worry—you can still scoop up plenty of stylish winter fashion finds, during Nordstrom’s Half-Yearly sale where you can score up to 50% off select items.
As a fashion editor who scours Nordstrom daily, I’m bringing you the very best styles and designers worth buying at majorly discounted prices, as well as the items you may want to skip this time around. From must-have moto boots to sumptuous sweaters, take a peek below to inspire your fall/winter shopping.
Buying: Luxe-Looking Sweaters
Skipping: Colorblock Sweaters
Sumptuous sweaters are one of the first items to make a beeline to during a Nordstrom sale. Skip the color-block sweaters and instead look for versatile and timeless knits with elevated details, relaxed silhouettes, and luxurious neutral hues.
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Buying: Relaxed Jeans
Skipping: Distressed Jeans
Set your distressed jeans aside this season and opt for the loose and relaxed denim silhouettes that have been gaining momentum for the past few seasons. Whether you go for of-the-moment low-rise or classic high-rise pants, they're one surefire way to make your outfit look on-trend this season.
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Buying: Long Wool Coats
Skipping: Cape Coats
Long wool coats are having a major moment this season, and they're a great investment, as they're timeless in nature and will make your outfit look polished in an instant. The style is sophisticated and chic and a little easier to wear than a dramatic cape. We all know coats can get pricey so this is the perfect item to pick up during the sale.
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Buying: Moto Boots
Skipping: Patent Boots
Sturdy, buckle-clad biker and moto boots are everywhere this season. Whether you style them with a miniskirt or a knitted dress, the boots are packed full of attitude and make every outfit infinitely cooler.
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Buying: Red
Skipping: Orange
Fiery red is the biggest color trend of fall/winter 2023 and pairs beautifully with every neutral hue. Add a pop of the trending color to your outfit in the form of a knit sweater or accessory.
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Buying: Wide-Leg Tailored Trousers
Skipping: Skinny Pants
Wide-leg tailored trousers are an editor-favorite—ideal to pair over sheer tights and kitten heels or with chic pointed-toe boots throughout the winter season. Skip the ultra skinny pants for now, and opt for one of these chic styles below.
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This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.

Judith Jones is the associate shopping director at Who What Wear and has worked in fashion for over a decade. She specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.
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