When it comes to choosing which affordable items to buy from the millions of options on the internet, the first question I ask myself is: Does this look cheap? If the answer is yes or even maybe, I remove it from my cart immediately. While I support investing in special designer pieces from time to time, a well-rounded, functional wardrobe is one that contains a good mix of high-low pieces.
Since I shop all day for a living and have spotted quite a few incredibly chic, inexpensive pieces that truly look like designer buys lately, I saved them all to share with you. Among them, you’ll find versatile wardrobe basics and more statement-making pieces to wear all summer and beyond. And believe it or not, everything is under-$150. So without further ado, keep scrolling to shop all of the elevated, wallet-friendly pieces your heart desires. Reformation, Zara, J.Crew, and H&M (to name a few of the brands) are all present and accounted for.
Massimo Dutti
Crochet Knit Top
Banana Republic
Lightweight Cashmere Off-Shoulder Top
Open Edit
Crepe Capri Leggings
J.Crew
Malta Handwoven Straw Tote
Reformation
Wren Knit Top in Sundried Tomato
& Other Stories
One-Shoulder Midi Dress in Pastel Yellow
H&M
Denim Shorts in Dark Denim Blue
ZARA
50th Anniversary Short Dress
Nordstrom
A-Line Maxi Skirt
Shopbop
Jenny Bird Mini Florence Earrings
Massimo Dutti
100% Linen Flare Fit Trousers
MANGO
Knotted-Hem Cotton Top
J.Crew
Gwen Knee-Length Slip Skirt in Viscose Charmeuse in Rich Pear
Madewell
Flat Studded Western Belt in Dried Acorn
COS
Boat-Neck Tank Top in Ivory Brown Striped
Reformation
Jessie Thong Sandals in Ruby Suede
Lioness
Workwear Jacket in Ivory
Spanx
Stretch Twill 5 Shorts in Classic Black
Aritzia
Babaton Record Vest in Nomad Taupe
Open Edit
Luxe Sculpt Rib Tank in Pink Beauty
Polo Ralph Lauren
Twill Classic Sport Cap
Madewell
The 1997 Denim Bermuda Shorts in Dove Wash
Banana Republic
High-Rise Linen 3″ Shorts in Espresso Brown
Free People
Halo Babydoll Midi Dress in Cherry Tomato
Aritzia
Wilfred Veil Skirt in Black
Mango
Openwork Knitted Jacket
Damson Madder
Organic Cotton Midi Skirt in Yellow