This Brand You've Never Heard Of Is Making Our Favorite Things To Wear Right Now
We almost wanted to keep it to ourselves.
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by The Candidly Team
My friends, we’ll cut to the chase. We’ve just discovered a brand that is so good we felt compelled to pitch it as an entire article unto itself.
It’s called Nation. And it’s gorgeous.
Even as we’re inundated with new styles from new brands, finding one that makes beautiful clothes with real craftsmanship, real quality, and flattering fits on our over-40 bodies feels more and more rare.
So naturally, we were pretty giddy to stumble upon this one. Their clothes are staples with a sort of superior twist. Each piece has something that makes it stand out while still existing in the realm of “classic.” Everything we’ve tried from Nation has become something we immediately set aside in our closet to wear as soon as possible.
And here are 13 of our favorites.
By the way, none of this is sponsored. We’re just admirers. And as admirers of our admiring, the brand was kind enough to give us a code - Use CANDIDLY20 to get 20% off.
Ok, enjoy!
1. Our Favorite Off Shoulder Tee Of The Decade
We used to be scared of off shoulder things, but now smart brands like Nation are making them in ways that make it effortless. The fold-over on this one means we can wear any wireless, comfy bandeau or strapless bra and be set with zero adjusting. The 3/4 sleeve is also the single most flattering on arms. Belt it with wide-leg jeans and you have a foolproof date night/ going out outfit.
Use CANDIDLY20 to get 20% off.
Price: $122
2. The Little Black Summer Dress That’s Excellent For Apple Shapes
Anyone with a belly pooch that tends to fluctuate and announce itself at any given moment will appreciate this dress. The length makes it chic and summery and shows off our legs, while the top is spacious bliss. We wear it with strappy flat sandals and THIS hat, and oops, we’ve just created our easiest vacation uniform.
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Price: $179
* Gifted product
3. The Most Flattering Long Sleeve Tee
The neckline is unbelievable on broader shoulders while the ribbing is smoothing on thicker arms. We tuck this into high-waisted jeans and long trousers and we’ve never looked so hourglassy and elongated at the same time.
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Price: $141
And if you happened to catch the impeccable caramel belt our Editor-in-Chief is wearing in the above photo, it’s actually the very next thing on our list:
4. The Perfect Caramel Belt
We’ve been on the hunt for a belt that’s classic and chic but that elevates every non-black outfit we wear. And here it is!
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Price: $128
5. The Smocked Top That Holds You In Beautifully
The second you feel this top in your hands, you understand why some clothes are worthy of investment. It’s completely about quality. The fabric is somehow both silky and stretchy and weighted enough to snatch your waist without you feeling like you’re being squeezed. There’s so much detail, from the flutter on the sleeve to the keyhole on the back. We put it on and poof, it was our favorite top. Just like that.
6. The Dream Relaxed Blazer For Summer
The fits is juuuuusssst the right amount of oversized that makes us look slimmer instead of wider. And the color is universally flattering but also a hack for making our boring jeans and tees and neutral outfits look exciting.
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7. The Smartest Off Shoulder Dress
All the allure of strapless but with two minimalist straps to keep us comfy. It’s also the softest, butteriest material, so you never want to take it off.
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Price: $193
* Product gifted
8. The Prettiest Top For Those Who Don’t Love Showing Their Arms
Have you noticed a theme in us complaining about having to go sleeveless? It’s not that we hate our arms, but we do appreciate a top that’s wildly flattering on our arms. This one has the puff sleeve so it’s more dressed up than all our boring white tees, and the back is smocked so it fits perfectly on the waist and. we don’t have to worry about tucking and retucking all day.
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Price: $167
9. The “Nice” Linen Pant
Linen pants can be very bad when they’re shapeless. This one has some powerhouse tailoring behind it. That, along with the French lady stripe, makes them a deeply special summer pant. And yes, we’re tempted to get it as a set, because what is chicer for us lazy gals than a set?
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Price: $247
10. The Only Tie Front Shirt We Feel Pretty In
Are we intrigued by those slightly open, tie-front tops that look phenomenal on the models in our Insta feeds nd remind us of THIS iconic look from Great Expectations? Yes. Are we also terrified of wearing one ourselves and somehow spilling out ( Or in? We’re not sure how it all works). Also, yes. Well, we finally found the perfect blouse in which to dip a toe in tie front. Lots of space in the tum and arms and juuuuuusssst enough peekaboo to still excite!
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Price: $248
11. The Raffia Bag
Raffia and leather is the epitome of quiet luxury in summer. We learned that from White Lotus season 2.
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Price: $230
12. The Midi Skirt We Wear Instead Of Shorts
Yes, it feels like cozy joggers, but it is the chic, little Audrey Hepburn skirt that we’ll wear 47 times this summer whilst basking in all the compliments.
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Price: $212
13. The Most Flattering Tank You Can Wear A Bra With With Zero Adjusting
At long last, we have found the white tank that still has a flattering, dipping neckline (in the back as well we might add) but completely covers our bra straps. It’s the little things my friends, though this is not a little thing.
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Price: $90
At The Candidly, we try a lot of stuff so you don’t have to. We only recommend things we truly love, and that we think you’ll love, too. All products are chosen independently by our creative team, and all details reflect the price and availability of products at the time of publication. If you buy something we link to, The Candidly may earn a commission.
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