I'm a Former Nordstrom Buyer—I Put These 6 Fall Items on Pause, and I'm Wearing These 6 Trends Instead

Susie Wright, the former Nordstrom buyer and creator of So Susie, recently shared a list of the popular fashion items she's not wearing as much. With her sharp eye and years of experience working in the fashion industry at Nordstrom, we thought her fall shopping perspective would be of interest.

Below, Wright is expanding on her in-and-out list with edits to the fall items she's not as into, along with the fall trends she's going to embrace more in 2026. Although at the end of the day, wear what makes you happy—what anyone else thinks doesn't matter.

Keep scrolling for a deeper dive, along with outfit inspiration from Wright. There's also plenty of shopping recommendations to help build your fall wardrobe.

Pausing: Joggers/Wearing: Drawstring Pants

"Drawstring pants are the perfect alternative to joggers—and they instantly update all your outfits. I can’t think of a more versatile pant right now. They’re comfortable and way easier to put on." — Wright

Open Edit

Icon Twill Pull-On Wide Leg Pants

Caslon

Pull on Barrel Leg Ankle Pants

Nordstrom

Drawstring Wide Leg Pants

DKNY

Drawstring Pants

Pausing: Super Chunky Loafers/Wearing: Slim Loafers

"Loafers are always a closet staple, and they’re perfect as we transition into fall. This season I’m reaching for a slimmer, sleeker silhouette over the chunky versions we’ve seen the past few seasons. Look for classic styles with ruching or a streamlined shape—they’ll instantly feel more modern and elevated." — Wright

Nordstrom

Sylvie Loafers

G.H.BASS

Rumi Leather Loafers

Sam Edelman

Lana Tassel Loafers

Reformation

Kaylee Loafers

Pausing: Moto Leather Jackets/Wearing: Stand-Neck Jackets

"The It jacket of the year is one with a stand collar. So chic, and so easy to wear." — Wright

Steve Madden

Fayden Stand Collar Jacket

STAUD

Archie Cotton Utility Leather Trim Jacket

H&M

Funnel-Collar Twill Jacket

LAMARQUE

Ramona | Funnel Neck Leather Jacket

Pausing: Skinny Jeans/Wearing: Long-Length Looser Jeans

"Lately I’ve mostly been wearing looser, long length denim. They’ve given new life to some of my wardrobe staples and I feel a little more modern." — Wright

MOTHER

The Belted Spoonful High Waist Wide Leg Jeans

Levi's

Ribcage High Waist Straight Leg Jeans

AGOLDE

Arc High Waist Wide Leg Jeans

Citizens of Humanity

Lindz Easy Straight Leg Jeans

Pausing: Heavy Logo Bags/Wearing: Simple Sleek Bags

"Lately I’ve been leaning towards beautiful bags with modern shapes and minimal branding. There’s something about it that feels more elevated, and it gives your outfits that quiet-luxury look." — Wright

Veronica Beard

Large Dash Bag

COACH

Chelsea 30 Natural Grain Leather Shoulder Bag

Longchamp

Small Le Pliage Xtra Shoulder Bag

Reformation

Elena Leather Shoulder Bag

Pausing: Shackets/Wearing: Scarf Coats

"Lightweight scarf jackets look elegant, and they’re so easy to wear. Try one with your favorite jeans or even a leather pant—so chic." — Wright

Avec Les Filles

Oversized Coat With Detachable Scarf

TOTEME

Technical Cotton Scarf Jacket

rag & bone

Krista Windowpane Check Wool Jacket With Attached Scarf

Avec Les Filles

Tie Neck Bomber Jacket

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