Welcome to Retail Therapy—Who What Wear Shopping Director Bobby Schuessler’s digest of everything that matters in shopping. He spends his days uncovering special gems to elevate a wardrobe, and it’s all curated right here for you, dear readers. Think of Bobby as your personal shopper, and this is the exclusive list of items that get a yes from him, period.
Fall is my season. Yours too? Wonderful. We’re on the same page. My daily looks level up this time of year with the layering, jackets, boots, and everything in between. One spot I turn to for my personal wardrobe and to recommend stellar pieces to you, dear readers? Yes, Nordstrom. Nordy is like my best fashion friend—it is always there for me, and the retailer is really bringing it for fall 2025 with new arrivals I can’t wait to share with you. Below, you’ll find my Nordstrom fall shopping list, featuring cozy knits, strong outerwear cuts, dreamy suede pieces, and more. Xx, B
Barbour Coat
Barbour
Clementine Scarf Detail Wool Blend Coat
A scarf coat will make any ensemble feel even chicer. You could literally wear one with sweats and look polished, but to stay on the elegant train, consider styling this Barbour coat with a gorgeous plaid skirt and knee-high boots. A suede shoulder bag completes the look.
Styling Pieces
Vince
Pressed Plaid Satin Slip Skirt
Madewell
The Essential Curve Shoulder Bag
Sam Edelman
Sylvia Knee High Boots
Nordstrom Loafers
I literally won’t stop talking about these Nordstrom loafers, and I’ve included them in many of my fall stories. The ruched toe is relevant, and the entire silhouette looks very expensive (despite ringing in under $100). The brown suede is lovely to try with trousers and a sweater. Bonus point if you opt for a lace-trim top or dress to poke out underneath the knit.
Styling Pieces
Almina Concept
Polo Wool Sweater
Open Edit
Lace Trim Satin Chemise
MANGO
Side Stripe Straight Leg Pants
Reformation Cardigan
Reformation
Clara Cashmere & Wool Crew Cardigan
Argyle is having a huge moment. This dreamy Reformation cardigan is preppy yet cool, especially styled with tried-and-true Levi’s jeans and a no-fail trench coat. Clogs are also having a moment and would work flawlessly with this ensemble.
Styling Pieces
Levi’s
501 High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
MANGO Selection
Classic Cotton Trench Coat
Nordstrom Boots
Nordstrom
Turner Knee High Boots
Here I am again, chatting about another pair of shoes from the Nordstrom label. Similar to the loafers above, these knee-high boots are stunning and premium looking. Show them off with a skirt. (Note the lace detail again!) Side note: Aside from this suede option, these boots come in brown and black leather.
Styling Pieces
Barbour
Sophia Cotton & Wool Blend Tunic Sweater
Veronica Beard
Hartley Lace Detail Asymmetric Slip Skirt
Tory Burch
Large Lee Radziwill Suede Shoulder Bag
Rag & Bone Jeans
rag & bone
Miramar Pull-On Wide Leg Cotton Terry Sweatpant Jeans
Rag & Bone’s Miramar jeans have a cult following. Many of my co-editors live in them because they’re legit sweatpants that look like jeans. And yes, they actually look like jeans. This updated style with the drawstring waist is fun, and I’d pair them with an of-the-moment plaid shirt and retro-feeling sneakers.
Styling Pieces
Frank & Eileen
Plaid Cotton Button-Up Shirt
Tory Burch
Field Sneakers
Fifth & Ninth
Thayer Polarized Aviator Sunglasses
Adidas Sneakers
adidas
Tokyo Low Top Suede Sneakers
I couldn’t produce a fall shopping list without profiling low-profile (get it?) sneakers. This specific sneaker trend is the favorite among the fashion crowd. There is honestly a range of styles I’m into, including these metallic Adidas Tokyo Sneakers. Get them before they sell out!
Styling Pieces
BP
Oversize Cozy V-Neck Sweater
ALIGNE
Aster Organic Cotton Pants
COACH
Brooklyn 28 Suede Shoulder Bag
Veronica Beard Blazer
Veronica Beard
Livvy Check Dickey Jacket
As you’ve seen a few times already, fall 2025 is leaning heavily into checks and plaid prints. This Veronica Beard blazer is sharp for a workwear look. I paired it here with a gorgeous short-sleeve knit, editor-favorite trousers from Open Edit, and sleek slingbacks.
Styling Pieces
ANINE BING
Jackson Sweater
Open Edit
The Curator Trousers
MANGO
Slingback Pointed Toe Pumps
Bernardo Jacket
Bernardo
Button Front Coat With Faux Leather Trim
I keep coming back to this under-$200 coat when producing content because it looks luxe with that chocolate-brown hue and contrasting black trim. You could really wear this style over any of your fall looks, but I provided a versatile dress option here to wear with a belt and trendy sock booties.
Styling Pieces
Nordstrom
Mock Neck Long Sleeve Maxi Dress
Favorite Daughter
The Jordan Leather Belt
Vagabond Shoemakers
Giselle Pointed Toe Booties
Lands’ End Rugby Sweater
Lands’ End
Drifter Rugby With Woven Collar Sweater
I really hope this sweater isn’t sold out by the time you’re reading this. Rugby knits and shirts are becoming increasingly popular and have preppy vibes like the argyle sweater above. This $90 version comes in a few colors—solids included—and could be dressed up with trousers or down with jeans.
Styling Pieces
Open Edit
Oversize Faux Leather Jacket
Nordstrom
High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
SARTO by Franco Sarto
Adalina Ballet Flats
Toteme Bag
TOTEME
Lounge Belted Suede Tote
This Toteme tote is on many of our editors’ wish lists for its classic yet modern shape. It’s large enough to fit your daily essentials but not too big where it could become cumbersome.
Styling Pieces
Zimmermann
Mouline Long Sleeve Rib Maxi Sweater Dress
Jennifer Fisher
Puffy Cuff
Arezzo
Sasha Pointed Toe Knee High Boots
