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
Caslon
Cashmere Crewneck Sweater
Free People
Paper Cut Faux Suede Blazer
MANGO
Medium Pebbled Faux Leather Handbag
Levi’s
501 ’90s Straight Leg Jeans
ASTR the Label
Silvana Scarf Sweater
ASTR the Label
Drape Sleeveless Midi Dress
Ruched loafers are a personal favorite.
MANGO
V-Neck Ribbed Henley Sweater
Tell me this sweater doesn’t look expensive.
JW PEI
Dara Faux Suede Hobo Bag
Levi’s
Ribcage High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
Wit & Wisdom
Cable Stitch Twofer Tie Sleeve Sweater
Shop the Old Navy Picks
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
Snug Long-Sleeve Boat-Neck T-Shirt
Old Navy
Lace-Trim Satin Midi Dress
Old Navy
Oversized Boyfriend Button-Down Jean Shirt
Endless styling possibilities.
Old Navy
Satin Maxi Skirt
Old Navy
Sosoft Crew-Neck Tunic Sweater
A neutral sweater to wear with everything.
Old Navy
Sleeveless Satin Midi Dress
Old Navy
Mid-Rise Slouchy Wide-Leg Jeans
More cool dark-wash jeans.
Old Navy
Button-Down Faux-Suede Boyfriend Shirt
Now, a suede button-down worth considering.
Old Navy
High-Waisted Barrel Ankle Corduroy Pants
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