There's nothing I like more than settling in on a rainy New York day to do a deep dive into the best fashion the likes of Shopbop, Nordstrom, and Revolve have to offer. These three retailers are masters of the high-low mix, with designer pieces like Toteme flats and Khaite denim expertly placed among the kind of guilt-free under-$100 buys that seem to jump right into your cart.
Those more affordable buys are why we're here today, and if you are into jazzing up expensive-looking, classic items with on-trend pieces that bring some personality, then you're in the right place. Some of these are desperate to be worn before fall is done, others are already getting ahead on holiday dressing, and all of them are highly covetable and under $100 and deserve a peep.
SHOPBOP
Gorjana
Lou Heart Pendant Necklace
The fun pendant-necklace trend refuses to quit.
Reformation
Muse Tee
Reformation knows the '90s.
Rolla's
Naomi Tank Top
Speaking of perfect '90s tops.
Le Specs
Outta Love Sunglasses
Le Specs is always the way.
Lioness
Kurt Jorts
Love 'em or hate 'em.
Lioness
Almost Famous Top
The best under-$100 top on the internet.
Lioness
Almost Famous Top
So good I'm going to have to also show it to you in black.
Maison Mönik
Anouk Bracelet
Working on selling my husband on this color palette for our apartment.
Original Retro Brand
USA Tee
Because I am here to talk about the Olympics to anyone who will tolerate me.
Lioness
Mariah Cami
Not your average tie-front tank.
Kenneth Jay Lane
Mixed Metal Absract Stud Earrings
These look so luxe.
AFRM
Divya Thong Bodysuit
Chic and won't come untucked.
AFRM
Solange Rosette Off Shoulder Thong Bodysuit
Arguably even better with rosettes.
American Vintage
Short Bermuda Shorts
Just the happiest pair of shorts.
Reformation
Arwen Knit Top
If you're old enough to know who Jane was on Melrose Place, you'll know she would have loved this.
Aire
Whirlpool Sunglasses
The perfect price point if you're after entry-level oversize aviators.
Lioness
Del Gato Corset Top
Never not taken aback by stunning tailoring.
Seven Wonders
Ammlia Top
This Matisse-inspired print.
By Adina Eden
Solid Puffy Star Rope Pendant Necklace
It's 2004, and we're on vacation.
Perfectwhitetee
Sabrina Pointelle Tank
The joy of finding a pointelle tank that's breezy instead of clingy.
Afrm
Ettie Knee Length Capri Pants
How are we feeling about capris?
Reformation
Cello Knit Top
Guaranteed to become your default going-out top.
By Adina Eden
Solid Puffy Heart Stud Earrings
These are sweet and also come in a gold finish.
Leset
Classic Margo Tee
And a moment for this perfect black T-shirt.
REVOLVE
Sndys X Revolve
Emiliana Top
If you're waiting for vests to be over, don't hold your breath.
Sndys X Revolve
Sera Pant
We love striped drawstring pants.
Sndys
Ophelia Skirt
White poplin skirts are here to stay.
Ettika
Collier Large Shell
Vacation vibes galore.
Good American
Scuba Modern Tank Body
Here for a punchy cobalt blue.
Jeffrey Campbell
Sandalia Elemental
These expensive-looking flip-flops keep selling out.
TKEES
Solids Flip Flop
Don't forget about the red sandal trend.
Jeffrey Campbell
Pollinate Sandal
If you're feeling jazzy.
Zemeta
Pantalones Capri Mary
You will be even more thrilled to have these when you take a closer look at the lace trim.
8 Other Reasons
Woven Bag
Woven rope bags are giving raffia a run for its money.
Afrm
Cody Dress
When there's still one more destination wedding on the calendar before the end of the year.
Casa Clara
Flynn Necklace
I have DM'd this necklace to so many friends.
Casa Clara
Beach Party Tote
Upgrade your commute.
All the Ways
Orelia Maxi Dress
Where are you not wearing this dress?
Havaianas x Farm Rio
Azul Sandal
When you're just showering at the gym but want to feel like you're still in Greece.
Lspace
Sac Rocky
Okay, maybe this is my favorite of the bags.
LA Made
Crew Neck Tee
I promise you that a muted buttercup-yellow tee is what your belted, wide-leg pants are begging for.
B-Low the Belt
Lyra Belt
Speaking of belts, I am all about this sculptural hardware.
Sndys
Angel Mini Dress
For chic dinner dates.
Sndys
Angel Dress
Also available in so many colors.
Sndys
Allegra Linen Mini Dress
Also great with some chill little sneakers.
NORDSTROM
MANGO
Samos Textured One-Piece Swimsuit
The perfect one-piece. No notes.
Steve Madden
Jessa Kitten Heel Flip Flop
Bless the extra strap that keeps these flip-flops from too much flip-flopping.
Mango
Satin Slipdress
POV: You're meeting your friends for wine after work.
Topshop
Textured Asymmetric Cowl Neck Tank Top
Okay, this top is very good.
Noisy may
Layton Pleated Cuffed Wide Leg Pants
I'm never not open to discovering a fresh pair of wide-leg trousers.
Topshop
Bubble Texture Shirred Crop Top
Perfection if you don't love ironing.
Kate Spade New York
Brighten Up Flower
Cubic Zirconia Statement Drop Earrings
I've been spotting so many great earrings like this on my feed.
Mango
Braided Straw Handbag
This straw bag is such a good shape…
Mango
Braided Straw Shopper
But I understand if you just need something that fits your laptop.
Topshop
Lace Trim Tie Front Cotton
Linen Tank
Pair one of those bags with this top.
Mango
Gauzy Wide Leg Pants
Add these pants and you're done.
Jeffrey Campbell
Pacifico Slide Sandal
Can't go wrong with some toe-ring sandals.
Topshop
Stripe Oversize Short Sleeve Button-Up Shirt
I aspire to be at this level of chill.
Edikted
Remy Tie Detail Track Pants
Sporty and sweet.
Topshop
Supper Club Oversize Graphic T-Shirt
I promise the back of this shirt is so good.
Mango
Satin Midi Skirt
I'm never not thrilled by the range of Mango atReplica Store.
Nike
Tech Hera Sneaker
Get 'em while they're discounted.
We the Free
Tinsley High Waist Baggy Jeans
How does Free People consistently make such good jeans?
Topshop
Shell Print Long Sleeve Top
Wear these with some creamy white Bermuda shorts.
WAYF
Daylight Wide Leg Linen Blend Pants
Extra wide for a little drama.
Madewell
Oversize Denim Button-Up Shirt
Madewell's really been bringing the goods this fall.
Steve Madden
Lynley Slingback Sandal
One more pair of red strappy sandals for the road.
Ettika
Puffy Heart Pendant Necklace
Bringing it home with another heart-shaped chunky pendant.
Natalie Cantell is an NYC-based style director, creative consultant, and fashion editor, who regularly contributes from Paris. She was the executive director of Who What Wear and Marie Claire’s brand studio until 2023, and now freelances globally on shoots, stories, and special projects.