Welcome to the end of summer. It's a time when it might be too chilly to wear your linen pants and white dresses, but not cold enough to break out your cashmere and boots. It is, however, an excellent time to shop. Last-chance sales are everywhere now, but I'm focusing on Nordstrom's surprise end-of-summer sale.
From now until September 9 (including Labor Day Weekend and beyond), you can shop for every fall fashion essential for up to 60 percent off. To prove my point, I found a variety of autumnal sneakers, trendy jeans, lightweight sweaters, and more. Plus, a few of these items come in classic fall colors like burgundy and sage green—and none of them cost more than $250 after the discounts.
Consider this your cheat sheet for creating an elevated fall wardrobe. You can browse and shop for almost everything you need, knowing I did all the hard work (read: the scrolling) for you.
I'm in a major On sneaker phase.
These chic yellow-and-black sneakers are going to be everywhere this fall.
It's almost boot season—stock up now.
Wear these shorts with knee-high boots and a sweater for an easy fall look.
True-blue jeans are trending.
This sweater is so easy to layer.
I always stock up on pajamas when they're on sale.
Found: the perfect long-sleeve top.
Silk tanks are so elevated.
This canvas tote is so easy to style.
Preppy sweater vests are a fall staple.
Wear these when you don't want to wear jeans.
I love this blue color.
Your date-night outfits will never be the same.
I've been thinking about buying these sneakers for months.
Red sneakers will never go out of style.
Keep this in your fall workwear rotation.
Cashmere scarves are an all-season travel essential.
These pajamas could double as easy athleisure.
3This sweater taps into two knitwear trends. It comes in sage green color and has a waist-defining design.
The combination of silk and cashmere makes this sweater feel so luxe.
I would wear this with white jeans for an easy early-fall outfit.
Cable-knit sweaters are so timeless.
I love the burgundy color this knit comes in.
If you have enough cashmere sweaters in your collection, try this Reformation dress.
Several Marie Claire editors are obsessed with these clogs from Rothy's.
