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My Mom Only Shops Affordable Fashion—I Sent Her These Rich-Looking Picks From Nordstrom and Old Navy

By Swedan Margen

My Mom Only Shops Affordable Fashion—I Sent Her These Rich-Looking Picks From Nordstrom and Old Navy

On the heels of my story about my mom's affinity for affordable purchases, I set out to send her rich-looking picks that I recently came across when doing research for an upcoming fall shopping story. Two retailers stood out in particular in this endeavor: Nordstrom and Old Navy. Both offer a wide variety of budget-friendly finds that lend a boost of rich vibes to any closet. There's truly nothing like a cheap score that would have any fashionable person doing a double take.

Ahead, I rounded up 22 affordable yet chic finds for fall 2025 from Nordstrom and Old Navy. All but three pieces are under $100. Think elevated sweaters, cool jeans, suede gems, pretty dresses, plus many more closet staples that you'll wear this season and beyond. Here's to frugal shopping without sacrificing style.

Shop the Nordstrom Picks

Cashmere Crewneck Sweater

Caslon

Cashmere Crewneck Sweater

Paper Cut Faux Suede Blazer

Free People

Paper Cut Faux Suede Blazer

Medium Pebbled Faux Leather Handbag

MANGO

Medium Pebbled Faux Leather Handbag

501® '90s Straight Leg Jeans

Levi's

501 '90s Straight Leg Jeans

Silvana Scarf Sweater

ASTR the Label

Silvana Scarf Sweater

Drape Sleeveless Midi Dress

ASTR the Label

Drape Sleeveless Midi Dress

Benson Loafer

Ruched loafers are a personal favorite.

V-Neck Ribbed Henley Sweater

MANGO

V-Neck Ribbed Henley Sweater

Tell me this sweater doesn't look expensive.

Dara Faux Suede Hobo Bag

JW PEI

Dara Faux Suede Hobo Bag

Ribcage High Waist Straight Leg Jeans

Levi's

Ribcage High Waist Straight Leg Jeans

Cable Stitch Twofer Tie Sleeve Sweater

Wit & Wisdom

Cable Stitch Twofer Tie Sleeve Sweater

Shop the Old Navy Picks

Old Navy, Canvas Barn Jacket

Old Navy

Canvas Barn Jacket

The brown version of this barn jacket already sold out.

Old Navy, Extra High-Waisted Cuffed Wide-Leg Jeans

Old Navy

Extra High-Waisted Cuffed Wide-Leg Jeans

Old Navy, Snug Long-Sleeve Boat-Neck T-Shirt

Old Navy

Snug Long-Sleeve Boat-Neck T-Shirt

Lace-Trim Satin Midi Dress

Old Navy

Lace-Trim Satin Midi Dress

Old Navy, Oversized Boyfriend Button-Down Jean Shirt

Old Navy

Oversized Boyfriend Button-Down Jean Shirt

Endless styling possibilities.

Old Navy, Satin Maxi Skirt

Old Navy

Satin Maxi Skirt

Sosoft Crew-Neck Tunic Sweater

Old Navy

Sosoft Crew-Neck Tunic Sweater

A neutral sweater to wear with everything.

Old Navy, Sleeveless Satin Midi Dress

Old Navy

Sleeveless Satin Midi Dress

Old Navy, Mid-Rise Slouchy Wide-Leg Jeans

Old Navy

Mid-Rise Slouchy Wide-Leg Jeans

More cool dark-wash jeans.

Old Navy, Button-Down Faux-Suede Boyfriend Shirt

Old Navy

Button-Down Faux-Suede Boyfriend Shirt

Now, a suede button-down worth considering.

Old Navy, High-Waisted Barrel Ankle Corduroy Pants

Old Navy

High-Waisted Barrel Ankle Corduroy Pants

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