It feels like everyone in New York City has the flu right now, but I’ve been bitten by a bug of a different kind this winter. After spending months touting my anti-minimalist stance, I have a sudden hankering to strip away the color from my closet in favor of easy-to-style neutrals. But rather than toss out everything I own and start fresh, I’m using Nordstrom’s Half-Yearly Sale to bolster my collection of minimalist fashion finds.
I blame Fashion Editor Lauren Tappan, whose stylish outfits I see parading around Marie Claire’s Manhattan office every week. I’ve studied her go-to outfits and pulled this list of 29 finds from the sale that emulate her cool, pared-down vibe. The deals, running until January 5, offer massive savings on everything I need, from cashmere knits to chic boots and sneakers. Consider my style problems solved.
Ahead, I found every single piece worth shopping for in the sale. If you, too, are reinventing your style for 2026, this is a great place to start.
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Cashmere Sweater Hoodie (Was $229)
Make sure this luxe cashmere hoodie is in your rotation.
Coach
Brooklyn 28 Shoulder Bag (Was $295)
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Cashmere V-Neck Cardigan (Was $179)
You can never have too many cashmere cardigans.
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Short Sleeve Cashmere Sweater (Was $129)
How timeless is this cashmere sweater-top hybrid?
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Brushed Cashmere Sweater Vest (Was $199)
Zella
Cozy Waffle Knit Tunic (Was $79)
Even your loungewear can have a minimalist tilt.
BP.
Baggy Wide Leg Cargo Sweatpants (Were $40)
I would style the above sweatshirt with these cargo sweats.
27 EDIT Naturalizer
Bella T-Strap Flats (Were $155)
Veronica Beard
Cera Booties (Were $495)
Suede ankle boots are one of Tappan’s go-to’s.
Open Edit
Collared Merino Wool Cardigan (Was $90)
This top is the definition of the perfect base layer.
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V-Neck Wool & Cashmere Sweater (Was $169)
Tappan loves to style a V-neck sweater over a white T-shirt, so I’m stealing her styling hack.
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Textured Collarless Jacket (Was $149)
I love a lightweight jacket, so this is in my cart.
Warp + Weft
Ase High Waist Straight Leg Jeans (Were $98)
Black jeans are a must-have.
Madewell
Waxed Zip Jacket (Was $218)
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Flowy Chiffon Top (Was $100)
This top is the perfect going-out pick.
adidas
Samba Lt Sneakers (Were $120)
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Maddox Ballet Flats (Were $80)
Open Edit
The Curator Trousers (Were $100)
I love to swap my denim for a sleek pair of trousers.
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Wool & Cashmere Longline Cardigan (Was $299)
Zella
Studio Luxe High Waist 7/8 Leggings (Were $80)
Zella’s leggings are a personal fave, and the seamless design gives them a low-key feel.
Blondo
Harriet Waterproof Knee High Boots (Were $250)
Even the coolest girls need a pair of waterproof boots in their winter rotations.
Circus NY by Sam Edelman
Yulia Pointy Toe Knee High Boots (Were $160)
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Dolman Sleeve Maxi Dress (Was $119)
adidas
Taekwondo Shoes (Were $100)
Steve Madden
Dantelle Knee High Boots (Were $179)
From the suede fabrication to the subtly squared-off toe, these boots are perfection.
Reformation
Willow Tote Bag (Was $398)
You look like you could use a new work bag.
Vionic
Orinda Square Toe Flat
Ray-Ban
53mm Pillow Oval Sunglasses
These sunnies feel very Hailey Bieber-coded.
UGG®
Goldenstar Cozy Clog
Ugg slippers are for the cool girls.
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