I'm All About Looking Cute on a Budget—37 Summer Zara Finds Currently in My Cart

As a shopping editor here atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing , I have to admit there's nothing I love more than hitting the "price: low to high" filter while scrolling on my favorite retailers. As a post-grad city dweller, the pressure to find low-cost, high-joy outfits has never felt more intense, especially heading into the summer. Thankfully, Zara always has me covered. Over the last few days, I've done some digging for the best inexpensive pieces the retailer has to offer—from anti-trend tops to breezy French-inspired dresses—to deliver all of the must-have buys ahead of warm, sunny days.
Below, browse all of the wallet-friendly Zara finds already sitting pretty in my online cart along with some incredible styling inspiration to help get your summer 'fits into the impeccable category.
The perfect no-frills top to pair with a variety of pants this year.
If you're looking for sandals in a minimalist style, look no further than these slides. The silhouette has a The Row vibe.
The perfect pair of denim shorts are hard to come by—especially for a price this good.
Pick up a pair of lightweight pants for an elevated, sweat-proof summer look.
This entire set is straight out of Sofia Richie Grainge's wedding style board.
My unofficial summer uniform always begins with a pair of sleek linen pants.
Lightweight knits are so easy to wear during the warmer months, especially with some straight-leg denim.
A great dress for any last-minute brunch plan that gets thrown your way.
Colorful resin jewelry has to be one of my favorite sleeper trends emerging out of hibernation for the summer.
This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated. Next: Dang, Zara's Summer Staples Are So Good Right Now—These 34 Look Like Pure Luxury

Ana Escalante is an award-winning journalist and Gen Z editor known for her sharp takes on fashion and culture. She’s covered everything from Copenhagen Fashion Week to Roe v. Wade protests as the Editorial Assistant at Glamour after earning her journalism degree at the University of Florida in 2021. At Who What Wear, Ana mixes wit with unapologetic commentary in long-form fashion and beauty content, creating pieces that resonate with a digital-first generation. If it’s smart, snarky, and unexpected, chances are her name’s on it.
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