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    Don’t Return to Office Before Shopping These CEO-Coded Nordstrom Finds

    New year, new work wardrobe.

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    By Kelsey Stiegman
    Published 18 January 2026 In News

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    The holidays are officially over, so it's time to put on real pants for the first time in weeks and head back into the office. I know, it's not a particularly inviting task, but there is a proven way to make getting dressed for work a bit more fun: shopping.

    New year, new work wardrobe—and Nordstrom has everything you need. Thanks to their famously expansive inventory, the retailer will single-handedly make you feel excited to get dressed (for real) again.

    Among the new-in finds on its virtual shelves sit all the trappings of a CEO's wardrobe, just waiting to be utilized. Shop new-in professional styles that will inspire you to perform your best. Brands like Madewell, Open Edit, and ASTR the Label are masters at making polished staples at affordable prices. Ahead, shop the retailer's best mix of blazers, blouses, skirts, trousers, laptop bags, and winter jackets—plus, all the chicest accessories to match.

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    Large Le Pliage Tote

    Longchamp
    Large Le Pliage Tote
    $180
    SHOP NOW

    This is Fashion E-Commerce Editor Julia Marzovilla's favorite laptop bag. She has owned it for more than a decade, and it's still in tip-top shape.

    Open Edit, High Neck Chiffon Top

    Open Edit
    High Neck Chiffon Top
    $69
    SHOP NOW

    This chiffon blouse looks like a runway pull, but for under $100.

    Relan Mary Jane Ballet Flat

    Dolce Vita
    Relan Mary Jane Ballet Flat
    $139
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    Inject a bit of personality into your professional wardrobe with these studded ballet flats.

    Open Edit, The Curator Relaxed Blazer

    Open Edit
    The Curator Relaxed Blazer
    $169
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    A plain black suit will never go out of style, but there's just something about a chocolate brown iteration that feels so expensive.

    The Genuine Calf Hair Mini Crossbody Bag

    Madewell
    The Genuine Calf Hair Mini Crossbody Bag
    $168
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    The next time you're feeling bored of your closet, reach for this bold bag. It'll make any look exciting.

    Tweed Miniskirt

    Open Edit
    Tweed Miniskirt
    $60
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    A tweed skirt for only $60? So chic.

    Leather Moto Jacket

    Caslon
    Leather Moto Jacket
    $209
    SHOP NOW

    If you walked into my office wearing this, I'd give you a raise on the spot.

    Split Front Bow Top

    ASTR the Label
    Split Front Bow Top
    $79
    SHOP NOW

    Bowmania round two, anyone?

    Asymmetrical Hem Faux Suede Midi Skirt

    City Blues
    Asymmetrical Hem Faux Suede Midi Skirt
    $60
    SHOP NOW

    My New Year's resolution is to work more suede into my wardrobe. This asymmetrical skirt is a great place to start.

    Corset Blazer Minidress

    Open Edit
    Corset Blazer Minidress
    $100
    SHOP NOW

    File under: non-boring blazers.

    Sigge Lug Sole Loafer

    Børn
    Sigge Lug Sole Loafer
    $155
    SHOP NOW

    I love loafers more than the average person, but they can easily start looking beat-up. Trade out your old pair for these glossy lug-sole beauties.

    The Darted Barrel Leg Jean

    Madewell
    The Darted Barrel Leg Jean
    $158
    SHOP NOW

    You'll have to actively stop yourself from wearing these pants every single week. Don't say I didn't warn you.

    Stripe Alpaca Blend Sweater

    Madewell
    Stripe Alpaca Blend Sweater
    $128
    SHOP NOW

    Adding this striped sweater to my own shopping list as we speak.

    Lyra Slim Ankle Faux Leather Pants

    Joe's
    Lyra Slim Ankle Faux Leather Pants
    $218
    SHOP NOW

    Worn with a blouse and loafers, leather pants can absolutely pass as workwear. Just FYI!

    Waist Tie Cotton Poplin Button-Up Shirt

    Open Edit
    Waist Tie Cotton Poplin Button-Up Shirt
    $70
    SHOP NOW

    Thanks to Nordstrom, you'll never have to wear a boring button-down ever again.

    The Lexie Ankle Bootie

    Madewell
    The Lexie Ankle Bootie
    $228
    SHOP NOW

    Just picture these beauties with a floaty skirt and cashmere sweater. They pretty much sell themselves.

    Cloudsoft Drop Shoulder Sweater

    Madewell
    Cloudsoft Drop Shoulder Sweater
    $138
    SHOP NOW

    Cherry red is a winter neutral, I don't make the rules.

    Status Trousers

    Beyond Yoga
    Status Trousers
    $118
    SHOP NOW

    If any brand can make work trousers that feel like leggings, it's Beyond Yoga.

    Caslon, Casual Gauze Button-Up Shirt

    Caslon
    Casual Gauze Button-Up Shirt
    $70
    SHOP NOW

    Much like a classic white button-down, a pink striped button-down is a requirement in any well-rounded professional wardrobe.

    Bubble Faux Fur Bomber Jacket

    Madewell
    Bubble Faux Fur Bomber Jacket
    $198
    SHOP NOW

    Pea coats aren't the only professional jacket option on the market. A fur coat works just as well.

    Zuri Ballet Flat

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    Zuri Ballet Flat
    $80
    SHOP NOW

    You really can never have too many plain black flats.

    Caslon, Crewneck Wool Blend Cardigan

    Caslon
    Crewneck Wool Blend Cardigan
    $90
    SHOP NOW

    This fitted cashmere cardigan is a basic that's absolutely worth investing in.

    The Mylie Large Shoulder Bag

    Madewell
    The Mylie Large Shoulder Bag
    $248
    SHOP NOW

    There's nothing better than a trendy work bag with room for a laptop, am I right?

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    Kelsey (she/her) is a freelance fashion editor and writer. At Marie Claire, she provides witty celeb style commentary, unpacking the style choices of stars like Zoë Kravitz, Dua Lipa, Selena Gomez, and her fashion superhero, Rihanna. When she’s not tracking the personal style of Hollywood’s elite, Kelsey also covers designer collabs and industry news.

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