11 Under-$100 Pieces Straight From My Closet

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While my closet is stocked with plenty of investment pieces I’ve collected over the years, it also includes many affordable pieces I wear on a regular basis. While I believe in saving my money for bigger items I can wear for years and years, I’ve also uncovered lots of great fashion staples that fit into my personal style and also ring in at under $100.

I’m talking everything from everyday basics like jeans and leather sandals to trendier items like oval sunglasses or a beret I’m not ready to splurge on. These are affordable pieces I’ve worn, loved, and can personally vouch for. Ahead, I’m breaking down some of my favorite under $100 fashion finds straight from my closet. See how I’m wearing them, and shop each of my picks for yourself.

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Levi’s is my go-to brand for affordable jeans, and this style is one of my favorite cuts. I’m actually wearing them this very moment.

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I can't resist a pretty floral top. This outfit had me feeling like Marie Antoinette.

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I've been on the hunt for the perfect denim shorts and finally found this high-waisted pair.

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With the '90s resurgence this year, I wanted to test out oval sunglasses for myself.

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I picked up this beret last year and found it to be much more wearable than I originally thought.

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I discovered these black opaque Wolford tights years ago and always recommend them to my friends. They're a winter essential to wear with skirts and dresses.

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Another piece I've been wearing for years? These super-soft Splendid turtlenecks. They're lightweight and perfect for layering.

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I just added this red turtleneck to my closet and love the bold color.

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My friend Carly designs the most perfectly cut bodysuits for her brand Helfrich, and I'm hooked. 

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I discovered this top at Zara and packed it on a recent trip to Italy.

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Another great find from Zara? These leather sandals.

Next: Shop my best purchases from this month.

Associate Director, Special Projects

Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear with over a decade of experience in fashion, editorial, and publishing. She oversees luxury content and wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. She also contributes to podcast recordings, social media, and branded content initiatives. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, MyTheresa, and Luisa Via Roma, and rising designers such as Refine and Tove, and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Before Who What Wear, Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on assistant styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.