I'm a Shopping Expert—50 Chic Under-$50 Items I Highly Recommend Shopping for Summer


Summer is at the forefront of my mind right now—along with all the cool outfits I'm planning to wear. If you're like me and choosing to allocate your paychecks on some fancy hotels this vacation season, then you may be interested in more budget-friendly offerings this summer, without sacrificing on style.
Luckily, as WWW's associate shopping director, I'm always bookmarking, saving, and screenshotting the chicest pieces of the season that feel fresh and on-trend, especially items that tend to look way more expensive than their price tag. So today, I'm sharing all my favorite summer pieces I've unearthed on the internet that I highly recommend shopping for summer. From cool jelly shoes to effortless linen separates and summery accessories, keep scrolling for 50 under-$50 pieces you won't regret adding to your wardrobe this season.

Judith Jones is the associate shopping director at Who What Wear and has worked in fashion for over a decade. She specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.
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