I turned 40 this year and decided to start investing more intentionally. Something about this compelled me to work toward bringing my wardrobe to the next level with the help of elevated, rich-looking pieces. I set out to do this with my upcoming fall outfits while shopping at current favorites, like Nordstrom, Zara, J.Crew, and Abercrombie & Fitch. I kept my budget around $150 per piece with a few stylish exceptions along the way.
My latest virtual cart ended up being filled with a plethora of effortless sweaters, jeans, shoes, bags, jewelry, and jackets to name a few. Each can come together in a multitude of ways to create chic ensembles that give an instant boost of confidence. Keep scrolling to shop 31 chic pieces that will have me dressing the part during my investment journey.
The Frankie Shop
Calliope Semi Sheer Midi Skirt
A fall-ready sheer piece.
MANGO
Slingback Pointed Toe Pump
ASTR the Label
Scarf Tie Sleeveless Sweater
I want this in every color.
Gap
Vegan Suede Slouchy Tote Bag
ZW Collection
Asymmetric Lace Dress
Lace-hem layers are trending.
Massimo Dutti
Square Pendant With Stone
A designer-looking necklace.
J.Crew
New Delaney Kickout Sweater Pant
The whole look is a winner.
ALIGNE
Daphne Collarless Jacket
Levi’s
Ribcage Straight Ankle Jeans
There’s nothing like a pair of Levi’s jeans.
abercrombie & Fitch
Classic Trench Coat
The contrast collar caught my eye.
ZARA
Washed Cotton T-Shirt
abercrombie & Fitch
Modern Belted City Tote Bag
Another standout brown suede bag.
Reformation
Sawyer Oversized Cashmere & Wool Polo Sweater
An elevated sweater to live in.
J.Crew
Cosmo Pant in Luster Charmeuse
Satin pants have my heart right now.
Tony Bianco
Gatsby Loafer
Ruched loafers that are bound to sell out.
Levi’s
Four Pocket Barn Jacket
Into this brown barn jacket.
abercrombie & Fitch
Collarless Suiting Blazer
Tell me this whole outfit doesn’t have a rich vibe.
Can you tell I’m into polo sweaters?
Heaven Mayhem
Julia Necklace
Levi’s
501 ’90s Selvedge Jeans
abercrombie & Fitch
Slim Zip Vegan Leather Jacket
ZARA
Leather Kitten Heel Boots
ZARA
100% Cashmere Cardigan
So many styling possibilities.
abercrombie & Fitch
Belted Shoulder Bag
This shoulder bag gives ’90s minimalism.
ALIGNE
Daphne Split Hem Organic Cotton & Wool Blend Cardigan
Another incredibly chic piece from Aligne.
G.H.BASS
Weejuns Penny Loafer
MANGO
Oversize Button-Up Shirt
This silhouette is stunning.
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