I Was a VIP Nordstrom Stylist—These Are the 7 Fall Trends I Care About Most

It's always intriguing to discover trends and new items through the eyes of different fashion people. One industry insider who always has a fresh perspective is former VIP Nordstrom stylist and content creator Sandy Koszarek. She spent her career as a stylist sorting through new arrivals to uncover those special gems to recommend to her clients and currently shares her favorite trends with her readers and audience on her site, Stylish Sandy.
On that note, she shared with us the specific fall trends that she cares about the most right now. Keep scrolling to check out the trends Koszarek loves because of their versatility and ability to elevate any wardrobe. You'll also uncover a range of shopping inspiration.
Barrel-Leg Jeans
"I love the barrel-leg trend for fall. These jeans are comfortable, easy to style up or down, and bring an interesting twist to my denim wardrobe." — Koszarek
Shades of Burgundy
"Burgundy is another fall trend I'm excited about. This rich color is so easy to work into your wardrobe—whether with a shoe, a handbag, or a jacket. It's a simple way to elevate your style this season!" — Koszarek
Flat Mary Janes
"I like the flat shoe trend and plan to wear Mary Janes this fall. They're stylish and incredibly comfortable." — Koszarek
Leopard Print
"Leopard print is a favorite trend and a fall must-have! Wear a leopard-print shoe, accessory, or a statement piece like a dress or coat; it brings fun, edge, and personality to any outfit." — Koszarek
Tailored Blazers
"I look forward to wearing blazers this fall. They complete any outfit, and I always feel chic and put-together." — Koszarek
Belts
"I'm all in on the belt trend for fall. It's the perfect accessory to complete an outfit while adding a touch of personality and interest to your outfit." — Koszarek
Leather Jackets
"I'm looking forward to wearing a leather jacket this fall. It's a must-have and the perfect layering piece, adding a stylish edge to any outfit." — Koszarek
This story was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.

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.
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