No Sleep, No Thoughts—Just These Devastatingly Good Under-$250 Finds
Since I was young, my favorite hobby has been finding the best affordable clothing. Family members can recall a time when I'd force them to take me to thrift stores and teen stores like Limited Too (ah, memories) after school to scour the racks for the perfect deal. In my mind, nothing compares to the thrill of unearthing a discounted designer bag, scooping up a special piece at a sample sale, or finding an affordable fall fashion item.
Of course, I'd be lying if I didn't say that shopping takes patience, something not everyone has. It takes a lot of energy to hunt for expensive-looking pieces, time to curate a wardrobe, and effort to keep up with trends. On top of that, shopping for a new season can be overwhelming, especially when rolling heat waves make the mere idea of fall seem far off. All this is to say I understand why shopping might not be everyone's cup of tea.
Luckily for the anti-shoppers, fashion editors (like myself) live to share their recommendations. I've taken the liberty of rounding up 54 affordable fall fashion finds under $250 that will make the eventual transition into fall less stressful. Fair warning: These items may cause a lack of sleep and thoughts and overwhelming feelings because they're so good. If you're not an avid shopper with a high serotonin-boost tolerance, proceed cautiously.
You'd never guess this crescent-shaped vegan-leather bag isn't designer.
I'm betting these ankle boots will garner all the compliments.
I've been obsessed with column skirts, so this affordable version is at the top of my wish list.
A lightweight duster is ideal for early fall temperatures.
Unique blazers can be pricer, but this one is proving that precedent wrong.
Your search for an affordable woven bag is over. Thank me later.
Sézane's knitted cardigans are not only super soft, but this one also comes in eight other colorways.
Transition this dress into the fall by adding a cardigan or trench coat.
Everything about these sneakers is perfect for fall—from the olive hue to the retro silhouette to the distressed material.
The best thing about knit dresses? No matter where you bought it from, it always looks luxurious.
Pony or no pony, these riding boots deserve a place in your wardrobe.
The easiest way to embody "rich auntie" while walking your purse puppy is by slipping into a chunky knit.
Finding an affordable fitted vegan-leather skirt was impossible until now.
It's never too early to invest in a pair of knee-high boots.
The compliments will roll in while you're wearing this shoulder bag.
These earrings will make any ensemble look more polished.
Oh, you fancy, huh? Well, you will be once you add these loafers to your closet.
Leather trousers make every ensemble feel more expensive.
Jasmine Fox-Suliaman is a fashion editor living in New York City. What began as a hobby (blogging on Tumblr) transformed into a career dedicated to storytelling through various forms of digital media. She started her career at the print publication 303 Magazine, where she wrote stories, helped produce photo shoots, and planned Denver Fashion Week. After moving to Los Angeles, she worked as MyDomaine's social media editor until she was promoted to work across all of Clique's publications (MyDomaine, Byrdie, and Who What Wear) as the community manager. Over the past few years, Jasmine has worked on Who What Wear's editorial team, using her extensive background to champion rising BIPOC designers, weigh in on viral trends, and profile stars such as Janet Mock and Victoria Monét. She is especially interested in exploring how art, fashion, and pop culture intersect online and IRL.
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