21 Nordstrom Fall Finds That Nail This Season's Biggest Trends

Bring on the stripes, studs and suede!

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Is it just me, or is the year flying by? We’re already approaching the season of pecan lattes, the *best* treats at Trader Joe’s and cozy cocktails by the fireplace (or, at least, the yule log on Netflix—real ones know). And while I'm certainly looking forward to all of the above, let's be real—the best part about fall is the influx of new trends and additions to our closets. If your autumn wardrobe is looking a little worse for wear (or you just need an excuse to shop), I know just where to look for the most stylish closet updates: Nordstrom, of course. I scoured the retailer's clothing, shoes and accessories sections with this fall's hottest trends in mind. The result? A vetted list of the 21 best Nordstrom fall fashion pieces, pulled from more than 13,000 options on the site.

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The Best Nordstrom Fall Fashion Picks at a Glance

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Best Corduroy

Kut from the Kloth Bootcut Corduroy Pants

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Best Fall Sweater

BP Everyday Easy Sweater

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Best Quilted Jacket

Zella Faux Shearling & Quilted Nylon Hybrid Jacket

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Best Athleisure

Wayf Mercer Denim Track Pant

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Best thigh Boot

Kelsi Dagger Brooklyn Logan Over the Knee Boot

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What’s New for Fall at Nordstrom?

Nordstrom has a ton of new fall items, many of which are in line with the trends we've seen this year, from boho-chic headwear to upscale track pants. As always, you can also count on the retailer to supply the best of the basics, from cozy sweaters to comfy boots, albeit with a few up-to-date twists.

How I Chose the Best Nordstrom Buys for Fall

After researching the biggest trends of fall 2025 (which you can read all about at the bottom of this story), I combed through every inch of Nordstrom's site to find the chicest, most coveted and highest reviewed pieces that are timely enough to feel fresh, but timeless enough that you can wear them for months—or years—to come. I was also sure to pull picks with a good range of sizes, as well as items that wouldn't totally break the bank (although I will admit that some of these designer finds are worth investing in). Below, you'll find 21 on-trend pieces to set the foundation of your fall wardrobe.

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Best Corduroy

1. Kut from the Kloth Bootcut Corduroy Pants

Kut from the Kloth

Corduroy pants à la the 1970s are trending, and Nordstrom shoppers adore this pair from Kut from the Kloth for its mid-rise design, slim fit and perfect amount of stretch (in fact, one reviewer describes it as "not too much, but not too little"). Style and comfort aside, they come in nine different colors, so you can definitely add a few to your rotation.

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  • Size Range: 00 to 18

Best Fall Sweater

2. BP. Everyday Easy Sweater

BP.

Big, bold, rugby-inspired stripes are the move, and you can show 'em off in the form of this cozy sweater. Made from a blend of cotton, polyester, acrylic and spandex, it has a roomy, oversized fit perfect for snuggling into on cold days. Best of all, it's not itchy, according to one shopper, who writes, "It's super soft, not itchy and a perfect mid-warmth feel for layering in winter." Music to my ears.

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  • Size Range: XXS to XL

Take your outerwear to the next level with this quilted jacket from Zella, which features quality quilting made from recycled polyester, two moderately-sized side seam pockets you can use for storing smaller essentials and a front-zip closure that will keep you nice and toasty. Additionally, it has a stand collar and elastic cuffs that will keep any cold gusts at bay. The hip-length cut also gives it a sporty vibe that allows for plenty of movement.

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  • Size Range: XS to XL

Best Athleisure

4. Wayf Mercer Denim Track Pant

Wayf

Take your athleisure up a notch by trying out this on-trend silhouette. Polarizing as they may be, elevated track pants are having a big moment, and this version of the style is great for dipping your toes in. The slouchy denim leg is surprisingly flattering, while the non-stretch denim ensures a sturdy fit that should only get better with wear. Pair with classic flats or heels for a '90s-retro look.

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  • Size Range: XS to L

Let's call it the Taylor Swift fashion effect; after she was admired wearing over-the-knee boots during much of the last year's NFL season, the boots have become ubiquitous—including in accessible prices like these. In all-leather uppers and available in six fall-appropriate shades, these three-and-a-half-inch heels are surprisingly comfortable. Sleek and slightly edgy, these boots are what I'm looking for to give all those preppy heritage looks I have planned a bit of a kick.

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  • Size Range: 5.5 to 12

Best Hat

6. Gobi Mongolian Cashmere Bonnet

Gobi Mongolian Cashmere

"Hair scarves have been incredibly popular among showgoers for multiple seasons now," says PureWow fashion editor Abby Hepworth, and this year, she's seeing creative self-expression in every form of head covering. "I’m talking wide-brim felt hats, cowboy hats, hair scarves, pillbox hats, knit skull caps, baseball caps, newsboy caps (yes, really) and just about any other style you could put on top of your head," she says. This little triangle knit all-cashmere number has little chin ties: so sweet and femme.

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  • Size Range: one size

Best Anti-Quiet Luxury Statement

7. Farm Rio Leopard Spot Cardigan

Farm Rio

Jewel tones and animal print are two big trends this fall, and this colorful confection-of-a-sweater hits both those marks. However it's the sheer colorful audacity of this ikat-meets-oversized leopard spots that really makes it scream "Fall '25, Babes" in a big way. I'll wear it over all-black, as well as take a page from editor Stephanie Maida and sport it way past Labor Day with white barrel jeans. Quiet luxury, step aside—loud creativity is coming through!

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  • Size Range: XXS to XL

Best Accent

8. Jeffrey Campbell Pesky Suede Shoulder Bag

Jeffrey Campbell

The East-West shoulder bag has emerged as a new classic shape in the past couple of years, as popularized by brands including white-hot Miu Miu. Here the shape is extra current in a rich brown suede. (Note—though trendy, this bag is also uber practical, made of quality leather and at 13 by 6 inches, roomy enough to fit your phone, makeup and a small notebook.

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  • Size Range: one size

Best Jeans

9. Free People Libre Front Yoke Jeans

Free People

This fall, the wide-leg jean is still front and center, only it's amped up the comfort and volume. This denim pair hits at the natural waise instead of the rib cage, like so many high-waisted examples, and the wide, wide leg made of pieced denim has a V-shaped front section called a yoke that flatters the figure.

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  • Size Range: 24 to 32

Best Travel Shoe

10. Reformation Suede Terra Sneaker

Reformation

This cool-looking casual sneaker ticks all the boxes of trending fall style: Buttery suede (check). Warm brown colorway (check). Versatile and comfortable (check and check). I'd pair this with a silk midi skirt and voluminous jacket for a chic look that's not goign to make my feet sore. These are especially great for travel because while they're great to wear on the plane, they are light and slender enough that you can pack them without them taking up too much room, the way bulky tennis shoes or even lug-sole loafers can.

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  • Size Range: 5 to 11

Best Barn Jacket

11. BlankNYC Waxed Barn Jacket

BlankNYC

Fashion editor Abby Hepworth has never met a barn jacket she doesn't like. And she's correct in this—the trending style is over the shoulders of all the cool girls' dresses and denim right now, and also is a perfect fit in case you're invited on a hunting weekend with the British royal family. If you need a lightweight-yet-warm layer to take with you to the family's country house this fall (or if you just want to look like you have a family country house), this is your guy. A corduroy collar accents the loden green body, and the lined cotton-polyester fabric is machine washable. My favorite part? It's sized generously enough so that you can pop it on with even a bulky sweater and not feel hemmed in.

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  • Size Range: XS to XL

This shade, one of 42 colors in Nars' new Explicit formula, is a sultry apricot that evokes the Taylor Swift orange vibes (it's her next beauty era, to go with The Life of a Showgirl theme); too, it's a strong hue that coordinates well with the rest of fall's smoky colors. Best of all, the Explicit lipstick provides a medium-to-full coverage while actually moisturizing lips, thanks to rosehip seed oil and hyaluronic acid.

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  • Size Range: one size

Equal parts stylish and comfortable courtesy of its thick sole and leather footbed, you'll certainly enjoy slipping these on for your quick errands and early coffee runs. My personal favorite element is the embroidered suede upper, which gives them a cool, hippie look, but others enjoy the versatility the shoe offers. "I love these clogs. They are so comfortable and go with everything! I'd buy more," raves one shopper. Some, however, do say the shoe runs wide, which is something to be mindful of, as you may need to size down.

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  • Size Range: 6 to 11

Best Maxi Dress

14. Dolman Sleeve Maxi Dress

Dolman

This stunning dress nails the Dark Romance trend we're seeing heading into holiday party season, from its flowy fit to its deep hue to its moody abstract floral print. As one shopper writes, "It's form-fitting without being too clingy," meaning it's perfect for a night of dining and imbibing.

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  • Size Range: XXS to L

Best Knit Dress

15. Barbour Vera Midi Sweater Dress

Barbour

Chunky knits are major this fall, and that doesn't exclude profesh dressing. The ideal accompaniment to your boots and tights is this cotton-blend (56 percent cotton, 35 percent wool and 9 percent polyamide) dress with a voluminous shape. It can be worn as a tend or with a wide belt and is flattering either way, thanks to its warm, but not bulky, fabrication.

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  • Size Range: S to L

Best Ballet Flats

16. Madewell Greta Embellished Ballet Flat 

Madewell

Adorbs comes to fall dressing with these double-strap ballet flats that come in a delicious chocolate. brown color, jazzed up with little metal grommets that look like polka dots. Besides the winsome and winning appearance of these puppies, my favorite element is the Madewell's fan fave MWL Cloudlift Lite padding, which makes these much nicer than walking on cheaper flats.

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  • Size Range: 5 to 10

Best Work Dress

17. En Saison Faux Suede Midi Dress

En Saison

The leather look is huge this fall, and the lightness and durability of this faux suede dress makes me never want to go cowhide again. It's 47 inches long, so hits the new sweet spot of just below the knee for most wearers, and the flare style of the skirt is so flattering. As is, the belt is a pert waist accent; however, it's removable, so you can switch it up with a giant accent buckled number or got without one entirely for a sleek look.

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  • Size Range: XS to L

Best Double Breasted Jacket

18. Favorite Daughter Houndstooth Blazer

Favorite Daughter

I'm obsessed with this jacket from the SoCal design team behind Favorite Daughter. It nails the horsey girl style that's become a new classic aesthetic that's holding strong in fall 2025, but it does vintage versions one better because it's made in a fabric that's comfortable for contemporary wearers. Instead of itchy wool, this jacket's body is 64 percent polyester, 34 percent viscose and 2 percent elastane: Nice and smooth, lightweight and with a wee bit of give for when you're reaching over while the jacket's all buttoned up. I can see this over a gauzy dress, with a pair of jeans and practically everywhere this fall.

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  • Size Range: XXS to XL

If you need a boot for schlepping it through the city, you'll need to add these to your wardrobe ASAP. These are good for stepping out in wet weather thanks to their thick sole. Plus, they have a sock liner at the ankle, which means they're bound to keep your feet warm and cozy at all times.

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  • Size Range: 5 to 12

Best Fall Plaid

20. Free People Ashley Oversize Button-Up Shirt

Free People

If your wardrobe doesn’t contain at least one slouchy button-up, are you even in fall? Here, the look is even timelier your choice of three slouchy cotton plaids sewn into a comfy oversized fit. It fits right in with the heritage, old money look (not to mention, screams "Rory Gilmore"), and unlike some chunky knits, it's actually quite soft and cozy—you can thank its 100 percent cotton construction for that. Plus, the voluminous sleeves give it that extra bit of oomph, whether you layer it or don it on its own.

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  • Size Range: XS to XL

Best Sporty Piece

21. Favorite Daughter Collegiate Sweatshirt

Favorite Daughter

What better way to nail the university vibes this season than with this collegiate sweatshirt from Favorite Daughter? It has a classic crewneck, soft cotton blend and snuggly, oversized fit that's ideal for crisp temps out on the quad (erm, or your morning walk to drop the kids off at school). In short, I can't think of any reason why you wouldn't want to add this to your cart immediately—save for the fact that it might cause a fight with your sister. Well, someone has to be the favorite...

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  • Size Range: XS toXL

In addition to the aforementioned boho and Western trends, there's also a focus on heritage pieces that feel both town and country, like this Lauren Ralph Lauren floral maxi dress ($295). According to Pinterest's trend report, there's also been an uptick in interest in fun, bold patterns like leopard print and camouflage, as well as more voluminous coats and skirts. Now that you know what to look for, you can start flexing those shopping muscles.

Does Nordstrom Price Match?

Excellent news for all you deal-hunters out there: Nordstrom’s price match policy is (almost) as good as its fall assortment. Per the company, “If you find a better price at Nordstrom or a competitor for an item you purchased, we’ll match it and refund you the difference.” You'll want to note that the adjustment does not apply to outlet or flash sale prices or most already on sale at Nordstrom.

What Is Nordstrom’s Return Policy?

On the off chance you don’t absolutely love the item you purchased from Nordstrom, you can easily return it either in-store or via mail. Nordstrom will provide the shipping label if you choose to send the item back in the mail or the QR code if you'd rather bring it back to the store. Once the item has been received, refunds can be expected in roughly three to 19 business days. (Note that in-store purchases are processed more quickly.)


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