I'm a Former Nordstrom Buyer Who Just Went to London—These Are the Items I Saw Everywhere

Susie Wright is always filled with styling ideas. After all, she’s a true fashion expert as a former Nordstrom buyer. She also has a wildly successful Instagram account and website, So Susie, where she shares shopping tips and outfit ideas. On that note, Wright recently took a trip to London, and she saw a range of fashionable items on the London style set that have been inspiring her outfits.

Below, you’ll uncover the specific items and trends that piqued her interest the most. I’ve included visual inspiration showcasing how she’s been wearing the picks in her daily life. You’ll also see how her daughter, Emily, is wearing some of the coveted items.

Keep scrolling to see and shop a trending jacket silhouette, an It shoe style, a denim cut du jour, and more.

Barn Jackets

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“Basically, everyone was wearing a barn jacket. There are many different versions, from the classic Barbour style to cool oversize versions to longer lengths, and I noticed some chic women styling them unexpectedly—with skirts!” — Wright

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LIONESS

Workwear Water Repellent Cotton Jacket

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Barbour

Classic Beadnell Coated Canvas Utility Jacket

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MANGO

Corduroy Collar Parka Jacket

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Treasure & Bond

Faux Suede & Faux Shearling Sweater Jacket

Straight-Leg Jeans

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“Talk about universally easy-to-style denim! In my opinion, straight-leg jeans are flattering on pretty much everyone, and this classic style, in any wash, works with every kind of shoe. It’s just so versatile. These jeans need to be in your rotation.” — Wright

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Levi’s

501 ’90s Straight Leg Ankle Jeans

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Citizens of Humanity

Annina Organic Cotton Straight Leg Jeans

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Madewell

The Perfect Vintage Wide-Leg Jeans

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AGOLDE

’90s Pinch Waist High Waist Crop Straight Leg Jeans

Black Boots

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Black boots (of varying styles) were on the fashion set in London. The styles I noticed while wandering the streets were mostly practical, like Chelsea boots. But there were also cool-girl boots with a more elongated toe, like the Toteme one that everyone loves.” — Wright

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Sam Edelman

Sylvia Knee High Boots

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TOTEME

The Mid Heel Booties

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Dolce Vita

Shadie Waterproof Pointed Toe Chelsea Boots

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Steve Madden

Alston Pointed Toe Booties

Longer Wool Coats

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“Everyone in London was wearing a longer, slightly oversize wool coat, usually in black, charcoal, or brown. Of course, it was paired with a chunky scarf—didn’t matter whether the rest of the outfit was casual denim or a nice dress!” — Wright

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MANGO

Picarol Oversize Double Breasted Wool Blend Coat

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Avec Les Filles

Padded Shoulder Longline Coat

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RUE SOPHIE

Chtillon Wool Blend Coat

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Statement Scarves

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“Seen everywhere: a scarf! Mostly solid, chunky knitted styles. But occasionally, I’d see a silky, more understated pattern. This is the accessory to wear right now—any color, any pattern, any style.” — Wright

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Nordstrom

Reversible Fringe Scarf

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Lauren Ralph Lauren

Belt Print Blanket Stitch Wrap

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Nordstrom

Tissue Print Wool & Cashmere Wrap Scarf

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Skirts

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“Skirts are still trending. … Clearly, it doesn’t matter what time of year it is! Since it was chilly in London, most people were wearing skirts with tights and boots or with flats.” — Wright

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Open Edit

Bias Cut Maxi Skirt

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Nordstrom

Faux Wrap Sweater Midi Skirt

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ELOQUII

Maxi Sweater Skirt

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BLANKNYC

Faux Leather Midi Skirt

Trench Coats

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“London is synonymous with trench coats, and it’ll always be so. There were some layered over hoodies, and some were a little more polished. No surprise, classic Burberry coats were everywhere, but I love my Orolay!” — Wright

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MANGO

Angela Water Repellent Trench Coat

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Barbour

Gwyn Water Resistant Trench Coat

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ABLE

Kimberly Trench Coat

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Favorite Daughter

The Charles Tie Waist Double Breasted Trench Coat

Belts

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“Belts are this year’s must-have accessory, and every stylish Londoner was wearing one! I mostly noticed belts with denim or cinching a dress. But here and there, I saw a belt over a blazer or with trousers. So chic!” — Wright

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