Can I let you in on a little secret? I am apicky shopper. Of course, I’m not the only editor to admit to this, but because we’re constantly scrolling throughnew trendsandnew arrivals, getting excited about a fashion find is a bit more challenging. Add on top of that the fact that we’re always finding a new questionable trendor recognizing arising aesthetic, and basically, we’ve seen it all. So when it comes to finding the best things to shop for at any given time, we can be a bit jaded. But every once in a while, I’ll scroll throughNordstrom, Shopbop, Zara, or even our own Who What Wear Collectionand find a hidden gem that makes me dust off the chip on my shoulder and slip into something new and exciting. So what finds can make a self-professed picky shopper want to dole out the cash? Ahead, I’ve done some digging across some of our favorite retailers to find the best affordable fashion finds, all under $150. These pieces made me stop in my tracks, and hopefully, they’ll do the same for you.
Zara
Knit Corset Dress
Shaking over this knitted dress.
Mango
Heel Seashells Sandals
Seashell sandals? Yes, please
Szade
Melba Elysium Black Sunglasses
Main-character energy.
Who What Wear Collection
Amaya Vest
This slate gray is giving me goosebumps.
Dl1961
Emilie High Rise Jean Shorts
Style these with a waistcoat and thongs, and you’ll exude cool.
Brandon Blackwood
Syl Bag
I need this bag in my life, like yesterday.
Free People
Shady Character Packable Wide Brim Hat
If you’ve got a dramatic flair, this hat is all you.
H&M
Short Shirt Dress
The perfect little breezy summer dress.
Dolce Vita
Baylor Ankle Strap Sandal
Didn’t know I needed green strappy sandals in my life until I found this Dolce Vita pair.
Staud
Raffia Micro Moon Bag
I thought I had grown out of my mini-bag obsession. Joke's on me.
H&M
Oversized Poplin Shirt
Found: the perfect oversized button-down.
Who What Wear Collection
Cargo Shorts
Warning: You won’t want to take these off.
Open Edit
Smocked Maxi Dress
Simple yet stunning.
Charles & Keith
Black Chain-Embellished Blade Heel Mules
The chain embellishment makes these mules magnificent.
Reformation
Olivia Linen Top
Pretty sure I dislocated my jaw gawking over this top.
& Other Stories
A-Line Mini Skirt
This miniskirt is sure to become your new favorite staple.
Mango
Braided Leather Bag
Bottega vibes for less.
Endless Summer
Dream Duo Set
Double the trouble.
Steve Madden
Charlize Red Satin
Hot, hot, hot.
Poppy Lissiman
Jimbob Sunglasses
Is it even summer without a killer pair of shades?
L*Space
Gwen Top
It’s giving take me to the French Riveria.
Endless Summer
All Day Long Wide-Leg Pants
The perfect relaxed trousers for summer.
English Factory
Elastic Detail Sleeveless Dress
This orange maxi dress is sure to quench all your vitamin C cravings.
Zara
Mini Raffia Basket Bag
Peak-summer energy.
Emma Pills
Obsession Hoops
I wouldn’t want to take these off all summer.
Donni
Silky Tube Top
Tubes tops are having a moment.
Mango
Satin Wrap Skirt
As are wrap details.
Mango
Beaded Mini Bag
Mango is making me want to give it all my money.
Who What Wear Collection
Liv Textured Cotton Stretch Dress
Hear that noise? It’s the '90s calling.
B-Low the Belt
Cora Chain Belt
Throw this over your swimsuit or favorite dress to spice things up this summer.
Open Edit
Eryn Wedge Sandal
Perfect for lounging by the pool or a night out dancing.
Astr the Label
Cassie Dress
Excuse me while I plan a vacation just so I have somewhere to wear this dress.
Reformation
Sorrento Silk Top
Wearable art.
Uniqlo
Pleated A-Line Mini Skirt
Nothing beats a pleated miniskirt.
Vince Camuto
Elanndo Square Toe Ballet Flat
Ballet flats are at the top of my wish list for summer.
Jasmine Fox-Suliaman is a freelance writer and fashion editor living in France. What began as a pastime (blogging on Tumblr) transformed into a lifelong passion for unveiling the connection between fashion and culture on the internet and in real life. Over the last decade, she's melded her extensive editorial and social background to various publications, including Who What Wear, Vogue, Elle, Glamour, The Cut, Editorialist, and more. Off the clock, you can find her clutching her cell phone as she's constantly scrolling through TikTok and The RealReal, searching for the next cool thing.