My Closet Needs an Elevated Update—31 Perfectly Polished Pieces From Nordstrom, Revolve, Zara, and More

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fashion collage featuring three style influencers including Johanna Piispa, Mimi Nguyen, and Coco Schiffer wearing elevated outfits for 2026 with polished pieces like a camel scarf coat, a waisted blazer, and a barn coat with jeans
(Image credit: @johannapiispa; @mimixn; @cocoschiffer)

I'm in that weird moment between the holidays and the spring season where I'm not 100% about everything in my wardrobe and want nothing more than to give my closet an elevated update. Perfectly polished is the goal since pieces with that vibe work wonders in tying everything together, even the most basic of looks. I took to Nordstrom, Revolve, Zara, J.Crew, H&M, and more, to round up finds that fit the bill and came up with a solid list of contenders.

Below, you can shop my curated list of elevated fashion picks with a polished feel that are perfect for 2026. I included everything from elegant outerwear to standout sweaters, cool jeans, chic shoes, pretty dresses, and more. I also sprinkled in some outfit ideas to get you inspired, which you can also shop. Keep scrolling to get started on your own closet refresh.

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style influencer Johanna Piispa poses for a mirror selfie wearing a camel scarf coat, burgundy Bottega Veneta bag, and black jeans

(Image credit: @johannapiispa)

NYC style influencer Minim Nguyen poses with a low bun, red lipstick, waisted blazer, jeans, and a brown woven bag

(Image credit: @mimixn)

NYC style influencer Coco Schiffer poses in a store wearing a barn coat, simple black bag, black crewneck sweater layered over a white t-shirt, a belt, and jeans

(Image credit: @cocoschiffer)
Jennifer Camp Forbes
Jennifer Camp Forbes
Senior Shopping Editor

Jennifer Camp Forbes is a senior shopping editor at Who What Wear, where she has worked in a variety of capacities including creative director and various editor roles. She’s a well-known shopping expert that’s sought out for advice and insight on the latest trends, outfit ideas, and fashion picks thanks to her thoughtful shopping roundups. Jennifer's lifelong interest in fashion led her to intern at Harper’s Bazaar as an undergraduate. Later, while working towards her masters degree in psychological counseling at Columbia University, she founded two digital fashion publications: Le Fashion and Olsens Anonymous. The popularity of both sites grew and after graduation she decided put her plans to become a therapist aside to pursue a career in fashion.