There's nothing worse than staring at your closet and being met with nothing but items that don't feel like they go together. When that happens, nine times out of 10, it's because you haven't yet built a foundation of reliable, versatile pieces that just work no matter what you pair them with. Think button-down shirts, tees, great jeans, and classic tailored separates—items that can be mixed and matched in dozens of ways with the same chic outcome.
Trust me. I've been there. It comes with being easily persuaded to buy trendy finds rather than prioritizing basics. Don't worry, though. If I could rehabilitate my wardrobe, so can you. To make the process a tad less daunting, I went ahead and did the work for you. Below, scroll through 34 anti-trend spring items from Nordstrom that'll make getting dressed in the morning easier than ever before. No more dreading your daily outfit selection. With the help of the pieces below, you'll be out the door in 10 minutes flat.
You can wear this shirt in 101 different ways.
Cigarette pants are on the rise.
How beautiful is this bag?
This super-lightweight cashmere V-neck is perfect for spring.
You just know that this dress feels even better than it looks online.
I suggest buying a few of these.
More plissé, please!
If you love the elegance of pointy pumps but hate the pain factor, try these flats.
If I'm going to wear denim shorts, they need a finished hem. No cutoffs for me.
Your new everyday bag—found.
Tie a sweater around your waist with this dress. It'll make it feel a tad more casual.
Perhaps even this wildly luxurious cardigan.
Good Levi's might be the most important wardrobe item there is.
Good, timeless jewelry goes a long way.
Pure elegance.
If you already own a khaki trench or just aren't excited by the color, try this richer shade of brown.
You'll wear this so much.
When in doubt, add a cool belt.
Whenever you don't want to wear jeans, throw on this skirt instead.
I own a lot of black dresses, but I simply need this one too.
This is not your average tank top.
It's time to embrace capris and pedal pushers again.
This jacket is just the right amount of special.
A good slip dress will never go out of style.
These statement-making earrings will take any simple outfit to the next level.
In the springtime, a shirt like this will get so much wear.
I'm convinced that everyone needs a long trench and a short one.
This minidress is so Carrie Bradshaw coded, and don't act like you don't know the exact look I'm referring to.
A gray tee is just as essential as a white or black one in my book.
Prepare for compliments.
I'm all here for pajama pants that are luxurious enough to wear for any occasion. Hell, you could style these for a formal event.
Obsessed.
I'm so into this striped sleeveless cardigan for warmer months.
It's going to be a pencil-skirt spring.
This story was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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