Suede Is Fall's Most Expensive-Looking Trend—35 Items That Won't Cost You More Than $350


What do you associate with luxury during the fall? Most might think of those "exuberant" everyday purchases (e.g., the overpriced pumpkin spice latte), but that's not what comes to mind for fashion people. Frankly, a cup of coffee can't be compared to the extravagant feeling of slipping into a fall staple made from quality materials. Cashmere? It's cozier than any cup of cider. Wool? Without a doubt, it is worth every penny. And then, there's the fall textile that's arguably the bougiest of them all: suede. The sumptuous material has managed to live in the minds of the fashion crowd rent-free because it's far more supple than leather and, frankly, a bit more sophisticated. Furthermore, suede textiles are used in fall collections almost every season—including, more recently, in Chloé, Gucci, Bottega Veneta, and Miu Miu's F/W 24 runway shows.
In short, suede is evergreen, sweetheart! But that doesn't negate the fact that this trend can be, well, expensive. Genuine suede items not only have high-cost stickers but are tricky to maintain since they stain easily. Therefore, it's logical that most might consider this trend outside their budget, but luckily, I'm here to prove that rationale otherwise. Contrary to popular belief, you can find cheaper suede apparel, shoes, and accessories that are just as chic as their luxury counterparts.
To prove that point, I've curated the best affordable suede and faux-suede items for fall under $350. Trust me when I say that these elegant fall finds are as decadent as any seasonally timed beverage (and they'll last longer, too).
This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.

Jasmine Fox-Suliaman is a freelance writer and editor living in New York City. What began as a pastime (blogging on Tumblr) transformed into a lifelong passion for unveiling the connection between fashion and culture on the internet and in real life. Over the last decade, she's melded her extensive edit and social background to various on-staff positions at Who What Wear, MyDomaine, and Byrdie. More recently, she’s become a freelance contributor to other publications including Vogue, Editorialist, and The Cut. Off the clock, you can find her clutching her cell phone as she's constantly scrolling through TikTok and The RealReal, in search of the next cool thing.
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