The Best (Affordable) Place to Shop When You're Bored
How many times have you been at home alone, felt super bored, and inevitably ended up online window shopping? It's ok—we've all been there. In case you've run out of stores to head to when said boredom kicks in, I have one that makes me feel extremely entertained every single time—Urban Outfitters. I don't know the last time you browsed through the many sections of the retailer, but lately, I have been impressed and excited by more than I can even recall. Between the nostalgia that a lot of the product brings (think bucket hats, classic sneaker brands, and hair clips) and the affordable price point, there is a lot of emotion waiting to be felt within the confines of this store, and I am here for it.
Another reason Urban Outfitters is a great place to turn to when you're in need of some mental stimulation is that the retailer has products that simply put, are fun. We're talking one-of-a-kind sneakers, kitschy prints, and accessories that will make any outfit look 10 times cooler. Before you know it, boredom will have turned into a cart full of items you didn't know your heart needed. In case you're bored right now, shop some of my favourite items currently stocked at the affordable retailer.
The sweater I want to be wearing every day.Available in sizes XS to XL.
The only colour that matters to me right now.Available in sizes 5 to 10.
Motivation at its finest. Available in sizes XS to XL.
Matching sets make life so much easier. Available in sizes XS to XL.
The top that looks incredible with jeans. Available in sizes XS to XL.
When I say I wear these almost every day, I mean it.Available in sizes 6 to 10.
Buttons that draw attention to all the right places.Available in sizes XS to XL.
Wear these with black strappy sandals for a standout look.Available in one size.
The dress style you'll see all over this summer.Available in sizes XS to XL.
Why wear white sneakers when you could wear these?Available in sizes 5 to 10.
This dress is the cherry on top of a perfect day. Available in sizes 0 to 12.
Bralette tops always make us smile. Available in sizes S to L.
Speaking of affordable items, shop the summer handbag trends you can get for under $150.
Lauren Eggertsen is currently the editorial director of Who What Wear and has worked at the company for over eight years, where she started as an associate editor and has since worked her way up. Lauren has over 10 years of experience in the fashion editorial space, starting her career with internships at Marc Jacobs, Marie Claire, and The Zoe Report, where she was later hired as their editorial assistant. Lauren has worked in the Los Angeles and New York Who What Wear offices but currently calls L.A. home. It is here where she leads and manages Who What Wear's fashion team and oversees all day-to-day editorial content and large tentpole moments. This includes all of the runway, trend, and shopping-driven content that ultimately helps to build a strong brand reputation within the industry. Lauren's role also includes helping to set the fashion direction for all original photo shoots and often styles many of the celebrity cover shoots, including big names like Kaia Gerber, Normani, and Kristen Stewart.
She has also attended multiple fashion weeks, including New York, London, Milan, and Paris, where her personal style has been featured on sites such as Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, and Elle. She prides herself on discovering and supporting small brands and on her knack for a good vintage shopping find. When she isn't working, she enjoys researching and dining at reputable restaurants around both her neighborhood and the globe.
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