Small Budget, Expensive Taste: 36 Items I'd Buy to Look On-Trend This Season
When it comes to fashion, I'll admit that my preferences don't quite reflect my available bank balance. I always seem to be drawn to those low-key luxurious designer pieces—sumptuous fabrics, sophisticated silhouettes, elevated styles—that tend to carry a hefty price tag. In other words, I have "expensive taste, small budget" syndrome, and I know I'm probably not alone.
Fortunately, as WWW's associate shopping director, it's my job to test and see every new-season trend and product as soon as it hits the market. You'd be right in thinking I have a running list of trend-forward items on my computer that not only look luxurious but also carry favorable price tags. Today, I want to share some of these trending spring and summer pieces that undoubtedly look expensive and, more importantly, don't cost a fortune.
This butter-yellow Combination Halter Dress will have you looking altogether on-trend this warm-weather season.
It's all about east-west bags right now.
A chic and polished vest that won't break the bank.
All the cool girlies are wearing jelly shoes this season.
A-line dresses are perfect for an effortlessly elegant look.
Long and loose jorts are trending this season.
You won't regret these minimalistic kitten heels.
One of my favorite linen pieces in my wardrobe.
A fashion-person favorite.
This asymmetric miniskirt feels playful and chic.
Woven, textured shoes are one of this season's biggest footwear trends.
Lean into the boho-chic trend with this ruffled lace top.
Sandals with metal hardware will be huge this summer.
Wear this with its matching jeans for a trend-forward denim-on-denim look.
Style over a white tank to amp up your look.
Powder pink is another huge color trend this season, and this Zara look is the perfect way to tap into the trend.
Pretty mesh ballet flats for the win.
The bag that will make your outfit.
It's not summer without an effortless pair of white linen pants.
Every chic fashion person I know is wearing white sheer lace skirts right now.
More buttery goodness.
A cool raffia bag that doesn't cost a fortune.
A chic espresso-brown dress for easy summer days.
So darn cute.
Halter dresses are a huge trend this season.
A beaded pearl necklace will add just the right summery touch to your look.
White full skirts are back for summer.
From boardroom to bar in style.
A cute mini never goes amiss.
Polka dots are everywhere right now.
Obsessed with this skinny metal belt.
Chloé vibes. Steve Madden prices.
Throw this on over your swimsuit for a chic summer look.
Look pretty in pointelle.
Striped boxer shorts for lazy warm-weather days.
These could pass for designer.
