Aug 6, 2018

41 Under-$50 Finds That Aren't From Zara

by Nicole Akhtarzad Eshaghpour

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.

Urban Renewal Remade Leather Halter Tank Top ($44)

Channel your inner cool girl in this leather halter top.

Available in sizes S to L.

Mango Rhinestone Crystal Earring ($30)

Finish off any simple outfit with these stunners.

Madewell Finn Modal-Blend Bodysuit ($45)

You can never own enough simple bodysuits.

Available in sizes XS to XL.

Reformation Bardot Top ($48)

You'll wear this one forever.

Available in sizes XS to XL.

Who What Wear Vertical Metal Handle Bucket Bag ($30)

A statement bag that you'll find yourself wearing on repeat.

Mango Buttons Details Shirt ($50)

We love the button details on this blouse.

Available in sizes 2 to 8.

Forever 21 Contrast-Stitch Wide-Leg Pants ($32)

Both night- and day-appropriate.

Available in sizes S to L.

Stylenanda Mid-Heel Slide Sandals ($36)

Add a pop of color to your outfit with these fun block heels.

ASOS Design Batwing Blouse With Asymmetric Button Detail ($48)

White tops are always in style.

Available in sizes 0 to 14.

Urban Outfitters x Laura Ashley Leila Kick Flare Pant ($49)

Feel free to wear these post–Labor Day with an oversize black sweater.

Available in sizes 0 to 16.

Loéil Alma Earring ($42)

Statement earrings for under $50? Score.

Farrow Adeline Twill Top in Navy ($44)

A crop top you can wear in any season.

Available in sizes S to L.

Urban Outfitters Bamboo Handle Crossbody Bag ($39)

This doubles as both a crossbody and a top-handle bag!

Oh Hey Girl Pink Glitter T-Shirt ($46)

Who would have thought pink glitter could be so not-preppy?

Available in size O/S.

ASOS New Look Leopard Print Denim Skirt ($37)

Will we ever get tired of leopard? Nah.

Available in sizes 0 to 4.

H&M Top With Eyelet Embroidery ($35)

Just the right amount of vintage vibes.

Available in sizes 0 to 14.

Who What Wear Striped Smocked Tank Midi Dress ($35)

Vertical stripes are so flattering, and this dress is proof.

Available in sizes XS to 4X.

Frasier Sterling Cherry Bomb Necklace ($34)

Who doesn't love wearing fruit around their neck?

Pomelo. V Neck Zebra Print Top ($37)

Zebra print is about to be huge for fall.

Available in sizes XS to XXL.

Pomelo Square Tinted Frame Sunglasses ($13)

Feel free to be extra in these square sunnies.

& Other Stories Fitted Striped Tee ($29)

A piece you'll find yourself working into every season.

Available in sizes 0 to 10.

ASOS Stradivarius Paperbag Tie Waist Jeans ($29)

The perfect match for a graphic tee.

Available in sizes 0 to 8.

Mango Cowboy Style Belt ($26)

A snakeskin-meets-cowboy belt? We're so in.

Available in sizes S to L.

Mango Vinyl Shopper Bag ($40)

Show off your newest printed pouch in this PVC tote.

Forever 21 Ribbed Lettuce-Edge Top ($15)

When in doubt, wear black.

Available in sizes X to 3X.

Madewell Apron Sweater Tank ($48)

Because who doesn't love a square neckline?

Available in sizes XXS to XXL.

H&M Mules ($40)

You don't even need to justify these.

Topshop Ditsy Button Through Mini Slip Dress ($38)

There's nothing like a floral minidress.

Available in sizes 0 to 14.

Gimaguas Portuguese Basket Mini ($45)

A statement bag you won't find on every other girl.

Hanes x Karla The Crew Tee ($30)

We think Karla Welch nailed it with this white tee.

Available in sizes S to XL.

Pixie Market Petal Drop Earrings ($18)

Can you tell we're really into earrings right now? Doesn't hurt that they're shaping up to be a major fall trend.

H&M Lace Blouse ($50)

Embrace your romantic side in this lace number.

Available in sizes 0 to 18.

Topshop Pointy Polly Cateye Sunglasses ($35)

These really do look great on all face shapes, scouts honor.

Urban Outfitters Colette Stretch Linen Mini Dress ($49)

Pair this strappy sandals for your next night out.

Available in sizes 0 to 12.

Topshop Lion Head Chain Belt ($50)

The best finishing touch to any outfit.

Available in sizes S to L.

Mango Bucket Flat Sandals ($40)

Your feet will feel all kinds of chic in these slides.

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