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    Nordstrom Just Secretly Put These Chic Fall Essentials on Major Sale

    I found 26 chic pieces under $250 that look way more expensive than they are.

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    By Julia Marzovilla
    Published 27 August 2025 In News

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    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.

    The Roger Advantage Tennis Sneaker

    On
    The Roger Advantage Tennis Sneakers (Were $180)
    $94
    SHOP NOW

    I'm in a major On sneaker phase.

    Adidas , Italia 70s Shoes (Were $110)

    Adidas
    Italia 70s Shoes (Were $110)
    $80
    SHOP NOW

    These chic yellow-and-black sneakers are going to be everywhere this fall.

    Madison Chelsea Boot

    Ash
    Madison Chelsea Boots (Were $298)
    $194
    SHOP NOW

    It's almost boot season—stock up now.

    501® Mid Thigh Denim Shorts

    Levi's
    501® Mid Thigh Denim Shorts (Were $70)
    $45
    SHOP NOW

    Wear these shorts with knee-high boots and a sweater for an easy fall look.

    We the Free Palmer Cuffed Baggy Jeans

    Free People
    We the Free Palmer Cuffed Baggy Jeans (Were $128)
    $77
    SHOP NOW

    True-blue jeans are trending.

    Stripe Crewneck Long Sleeve T-Shirt

    Madewell
    Stripe Crewneck Long Sleeve T-Shirt (Was $72)
    $36
    SHOP NOW

    This sweater is so easy to layer.

    Moonlight Eco Easy Rib Pajamas

    Nordstrom
    Moonlight Eco Easy Rib Pajamas (Were $79)
    $47
    SHOP NOW

    I always stock up on pajamas when they're on sale.

    Relaxed Long Sleeve T-Shirt

    Madewell
    Relaxed Long Sleeve T-Shirt (Was $45)
    $38
    SHOP NOW

    Found: the perfect long-sleeve top.

    Nordstrom, Sleeveless Satin Top

    Nordstrom
    Sleeveless Satin Top (Was $70)
    $24
    SHOP NOW

    Silk tanks are so elevated.

    Travel Canvas Tote

    Zella
    Travel Canvas Tote (Was $48)
    $30
    SHOP NOW

    This canvas tote is so easy to style.

    Cable Sleeveless Cotton Polo Sweater

    Polo Ralph Lauren
    Cable Sleeveless Cotton Polo Sweater (Was $148)
    $74
    SHOP NOW

    Preppy sweater vests are a fall staple.

    Free People, Buckle Belt Cotton Wide Leg Pants (Were

    Free People
    Buckle Belt Cotton Wide Leg Pants (Were $148)
    $99
    SHOP NOW

    Wear these when you don't want to wear jeans.

    Sam Edelman, Zaria Low Top Sneakers

    Sam Edelman
    Zaria Low Top Sneakers (Were $100)
    $40
    SHOP NOW

    I love this blue color.

    Willow Asymmetric Long Sleeve Minidress

    Reformation
    Willow Asymmetric Long Sleeve Minidress (Was $178)
    $89
    SHOP NOW

    Your date-night outfits will never be the same.

    Veronica Beard, Riviera Sneakers

    Veronica Beard
    Riviera Sneakers (Were $275)
    $138
    SHOP NOW

    I've been thinking about buying these sneakers for months.

    Windspin Low Top Sneaker

    AUTRY
    Windspin Low Top Sneakers (Were $195)
    $146
    SHOP NOW

    Red sneakers will never go out of style.

    Leather Pencil Skirt

    Nordstrom
    Leather Pencil Skirt (Was $249)
    $162
    SHOP NOW

    Keep this in your fall workwear rotation.

    Nordstrom, Textured Cashmere Scarf

    Nordstrom
    Textured Cashmere Scarf (Was $129)
    $90
    SHOP NOW

    Cashmere scarves are an all-season travel essential.

    3-Piece Pointelle Knit Pajamas

    Open Edit
    3-Piece Pointelle Knit Pajamas (Were $79)
    $47
    SHOP NOW

    These pajamas could double as easy athleisure.

    Luxe Sculpt Cardigan

    Open Edit
    Luxe Sculpt Cardigan (Was $70)
    $50
    SHOP NOW

    3This sweater taps into two knitwear trends. It comes in sage green color and has a waist-defining design.

    Vince, Cashmere & Silk Rib Cardigan

    Vince
    Cashmere & Silk Rib Cardigan (Was $428)
    $214
    SHOP NOW

    The combination of silk and cashmere makes this sweater feel so luxe.

    Vince, Open Knit Boat Neck Sweater

    Vince
    Open Knit Boat Neck Sweater (Was $348)
    $200
    SHOP NOW

    I would wear this with white jeans for an easy early-fall outfit.

    Women's Cotton Crew Neck Sweater

    Cotton On
    Women's Cotton Crew Neck Sweater (Was $40)
    $28
    SHOP NOW

    Cable-knit sweaters are so timeless.

    Women's Luxe Crew Sweater

    Cotton On
    Women's Luxe Crew Sweater (Was $50)
    $35
    SHOP NOW

    I love the burgundy color this knit comes in.

    Maeve Long Sleeve Recycled Cashmere & Wool Blend Polo Sweater Minidress

    Reformation
    Maeve Long Sleeve Recycled Cashmere & Wool Blend Polo Sweater Minidress (Was $348)
    $174
    SHOP NOW

    If you have enough cashmere sweaters in your collection, try this Reformation dress.

    Rothy's, The Casual Clog

    Rothy's
    The Casual Clogs (Were $159)
    $119
    SHOP NOW

    Several Marie Claire editors are obsessed with these clogs from Rothy's.

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