As you may already have read in the past, I have somewhat of a love-hate relationship with Zara. Love for reasons like cool clothes, great prices, and tons of trends. Hate for reasons like takes all my money, everyone else has what you buy, addictive, etc.
So since at the moment, my on-again-off-again relationship with the fast-fashion giant seems to be very much off, today I've decided to look to some of my other favorite affordable sites and brands to see what under-$50 treasures I could find. From shoes and bags to dresses and tops, shop my picks of items you won't see everyone else wearing but will love as much as your last Zara score below.
A party on your feet!
Channel your inner cool girl in this leather halter top. Available in sizes S to L.
Finish off any simple outfit with these stunners.
You can never own enough simple bodysuits. Available in sizes XS to XL.
Your new favorite net bag.
These silver heels are killing us.
You'll wear this one forever. Available in sizes XS to XL.
A statement bag that you'll find yourself wearing on repeat.
We love the button details on this blouse. Available in sizes 2 to 8.
Both night- and day-appropriate. Available in sizes S to L.
Add a pop of color to your outfit with these fun block heels.
White tops are always in style.Available in sizes 0 to 14.
We're here for anything and everything PVC.
Feel free to wear these post–Labor Day with an oversize black sweater. Available in sizes 0 to 16.
Statement earrings for under $50? Score.
A crop top you can wear in any season.Available in sizes S to L.
This doubles as both a crossbody and a top-handle bag!
Who would have thought pink glitter could be so not-preppy?Available in size O/S.
Will we ever get tired of leopard? Nah.Available in sizes 0 to 4.
Pretty meets trendy.
Just the right amount of vintage vibes.Available in sizes 0 to 14.
Who doesn't love wearing fruit around their neck?
Zebra print is about to be huge for fall.Available in sizes XS to XXL.
Feel free to be extra in these square sunnies.
A piece you'll find yourself working into every season.Available in sizes 0 to 10.
The perfect match for a graphic tee. Available in sizes 0 to 8.
A snakeskin-meets-cowboy belt? We're so in. Available in sizes S to L.
Show off your newest printed pouch in this PVC tote.
When in doubt, wear black. Available in sizes X to 3X.
Because who doesn't love a square neckline?Available in sizes XXS to XXL.
You don't even need to justify these.
There's nothing like a floral minidress. Available in sizes 0 to 14.
A statement bag you won't find on every other girl.
We think Karla Welch nailed it with this white tee. Available in sizes S to XL.
Can you tell we're really into earrings right now? Doesn't hurt that they're shaping up to be a major fall trend.
Embrace your romantic side in this lace number. Available in sizes 0 to 18.
These really do look great on all face shapes, scouts honor.
Pair this strappy sandals for your next night out. Available in sizes 0 to 12.
The best finishing touch to any outfit. Available in sizes S to L.
Your feet will feel all kinds of chic in these slides.
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