When I’m shopping for something new to add to my wardrobe, there are certain criteria a piece must meet. Yes, it being chic and relevant are two important factors. As a result, it’s often elevated basics—pieces that are forward, modern, and easy to style—that are of interest. You too? Wonderful. You’re going to be quite interested in what’s coming your way. I should also mention that Nordstrom is one of the key retailers that the editors here at Who What Wear (myself included) turn to for a top-notch assortment of basics.
I scrolled through the site one afternoon to curate an edit of the most fashionable basics that will elevate any closet. Below, you’ll find everything from classic-feeling shirts to pretty skirts to cool pants that will carry you into fall.
Bobeau
Stripe Open Stitch Sweater
Such a chic striped sweater with those sleeves.
Free People
Sabine Cotton Button-Up Shirt
Polo Ralph Lauren
Boxer Pajama Shorts
Very into boxer shorts with a button-down shirt.
Topshop
Bengaline Capri Pants
Dress these capri pants up or down.
MANGO
Crochi Rib Tank Top
Madewell
Airy Wide Leg Jeans
Open Edit
Button Front Suiting Camisole
Style this top with everything from jeans to skirts.
Free People
Evermore Lace Inset Semisheer Cotton Top
Levi’s
501 ’90s Ankle Relaxed Straight Leg Jeans
Here’s a statement piece that’s also versatile. Picture it with a white tank or a blazer and tee.
Vince
Stripe Relaxed Cotton Popover Shirt
Into the popover silhouette.
& Other Stories
Drape Cap Sleeve Jersey Top
The draping is really pretty.
LOULOU DE SAISON
Baltra Cashmere Sweater
adidas
Firebird Recycled Polyester Track Pants
These track pants will sell out.
Reformation
Julie Knit Tank
Sporty & Rich
Vendome Oversize Cotton Poplin Button-Up Shirt
Free People
Buckle Belt Cotton Wide Leg Pants
COS
Organic Cotton Herringbone Pants
Great for transitional weather.
PAIGE
Cameron High Waist Wide Leg Trouser Jeans
Favorite Daughter
The Josie Satin Skirt
Citizens of Humanity
Brynn Drawstring Waist Wide Leg Jeans
I talk about these jeans all the time.
MANGO
Crochet Cotton Blend Cardigan
Try styling this cardigan with a cuff over the sleeve.
Madewell
The Melody Smocked Minidress
A smocked dress is always chic.
Topshop
Eyelet Embroidered Wide Leg Cotton & Linen Drawstring Pants
These pants look really expensive with the embroidery.
Free People
Nightingale Smocked Bodice Midi Sundress
Nordstrom
The Lennox Wide Leg Trousers
MANGO
Pumpkin Sleeveless Bubble Hem Midi Dress
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Linen Blend Rib Sweater Tank
You can wear this tank with many different outfits.
