I Have a Large Friend Group, and We're All Into These Finds From Amazon and H&M

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One of the best parts about working in fashion is seeing how many different ways a particular piece of clothing can be worn. Sure, it's easy enough to incorporate elevated basics like jeans, t-shirts, and blazers into both the most minimalist and maximalist wardrobes. But, you know you've found something special when it's nearly universally appealing without being, well, an essential. 

Of course, as with any new garment, you'll want to consider the cost-per-wear before splurging on a piece that may only be suitable for a season or two. This is why it's always a treat when something affordable from H&M or Amazon catches our attention. 

With that in mind, I asked a bunch of my friends with distinctly different personal styles (think: nothing but neutrals to tons of neon, or gender-neutral to super femme), to pick out a few pieces they would be interested in adding to their winter wardrobes this year. Ranging from holiday party pieces to leisurely lounge sets, embellished outerwear, and cozy cardigans, there truly is something for everyone on this list of fabulous finds. 

Keep scrolling to shop my friend group's affordable finds from Amazon and H&M, and see how these pieces fit into your closet this season. 

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Drew Elovitz is originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, but has spent the last decade living and working in New York City. She earned a master's degree in media and popular culture from New York University, then began her career on the internet as the Twitter voice of Barbie. She worked previously atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing as the director of content strategy and also spent several years leading the social media teams at Teen Vogue and Entertainment Weekly. You'll find her byline on the site around topics such as celebrity fashion, must-have basics, beauty favorites (particularly nail polish), and wellness tips and tricks. Her personal style tends to favor the classics: She loves crisp white button-downs, sneakers, and skinny jeans—and no look is complete without a great pair of oversize sunglasses and a trusty leather jacket. After she finishes reading the entire internet every day, she can be found dining out at her favorite restaurants, trying new beauty treatments, or indulging her historical-fiction habit.