Nordstrom's Early Black Friday Sale Is Packed With Winter’s Most Anticipated Trends—All Under $199
From brocade jackets to animal-print shoes, these designer-approved styles will enliven your cold-weather wardrobe.
This upcoming season, the winter trends poised to dominate are defined by one major overarching theme: dopamine dressing. How do I know? Well, I’ve spent weeks scouring the latest resort collections, gathering insight from a variety of luxury labels in the process. Although I’m desperate to get my hands on these mood-boosting styles, I’m not willing to pay a fortune for them right now. And thanks to Nordstrom, I won’t have to!
To my surprise, the retailer’s Early Black Friday Sale is packed with a variety of pieces that fall right in line with winter’s maximalist fashion memo—and they’re all under $199. While perusing Nordstrom’s sale section, I noticed bold animal prints that resemble the leopard spots and zebra stripes found in the Resort 2027 assortments of Ganni, Fendi, and Ulla Johnson. I also discovered brocade jackets and sequin skirts similar to the opulent designs from Self Portrait, Kallmeyer, and Anna Sui.
Other standout winter trends—including sculptural silhouettes, statement-making accessories, and vibrant primary colors—have also made their way into Nordstrom’s discounted selection.
With bone-chilling temperatures right around the corner, now is the perfect time to snag these cold-weather styles. If something catches your eye, don’t wait another minute to fill your shopping cart. Nordstrom’s Early Black Friday Sale lasts until Wednesday, November 11, so time is of the essence.
Animal Prints
Ganni Resort 2027.
Provided that you’re not afraid to run wild, I’d recommend upgrading your winter wardrobe with leopard spots and zebra stripes. While undoubtedly striking, the items below are characterized by neutral colors—so they’re actually not overpowering at all. Pair them with denim and knitwear, and watch how your look effortlessly comes together.
Ornate Fabrics
Self Portrait Resort 2027.
During the most recent resort season, luxury labels showcased pure extravagance. From fur-trimmed jacquard jackets to scintillating skirts, designers favored intricate pieces cut from adorned textiles. If you’re drawn to these rich-looking styles, the curated edit ahead is absolutely for you.
Sculptural Silhouettes
Ashlyn Resort 2027.
For the minimalists who are intimidated by saturated shades and embellished fabrics, don’t worry. You can easily try out winter 2026’s dopamine-dressing trend with sculptural silhouettes that make more of a subtle statement. Bubble-hem dresses, balloon pants, and sculpted jackets will allow you to do so.
Maximalist Accessories
Balenciaga Resort 2027.
Whether it’s a feathered shoe or a dazzling handbag, a maximalist accessory can enhance your look beyond measure. Brands like Balenciaga and Erdem proved just that, decorating their resort lineups with eye-catching outfit finishers that stood apart from the crowd. Follow suit and expect to receive plenty of compliments.
Primary Colors
Stella McCartney Resort 2027.
Forget drab neutrals! This season, it’s all about championing a primary color palette. Hues of cherry red, cobalt blue, and canary yellow are guaranteed to make your dreary winter days feel a bit brighter.
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Lauren K. Tappan is the Fashion Editor at Marie Claire, where she covers trend forecasting and shopping stories, highlighting runway-inspired styles and a blend of emerging and established brands. Prior to joining Marie Claire, she worked as a freelance editor for Harper’s Bazaar and ELLE, specializing in e-commerce content and curating seasonal trend reports. Earlier in her career, she worked at Town & Country, developing a strong portfolio of fashion roundups and designer profiles.
Lauren holds a bachelor's degree in communications with a minor in journalism from the University of Pennsylvania. While at Penn, she served as editor-in-chief of The Walk, the university's fashion magazine, and completed internships at Philadelphia Style Magazine and EveryStylishGirl.