Feb 7, 2020

If a Fashion Girl Skipped Zara, She'd Try These 25 Items

by Bobby Schuessler

If a Fashion Girl Skipped Zara, She’d Try These 25 Items

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Szymon Brzóska/The Style Stalker

We certainly don’t need to sit here and go over our fascination with Zara. After all, we routinely serve you with a healthy dose of the latest finds we’re loving from the retailer. That said, as we covered recently, we do also tend to hit up other affordable shops that offer trendy merch when we want to diversify a bit and take just a little break from the Zara overhauls.

Some of the stores in question? H&M, ASOS, and & Other Stories. Actually, you can also find quite affordable (talking under $100 here) merch at some of the larger department stores like Nordstrom as well. To showcase the forward range available at said stores, we rounded up 25 chic and cheap clothing items we bet fashion girls would love, even if they’re used to uncovering affordable gems at Zara.

Keep scrolling to scoop up one (ahem, or a few) of the below pieces to round out your wardrobe.

Mango Knit Halter Top

Mango Knit Halter Top ($46)

The knit cardigan-and-tank trend matters right now. Oh, and don't forget to complete the set here.

Levi's Wedgie Icon Fit High Waist Ankle Jeans

Levi's Wedgie Icon Fit High Waist Ankle Jeans ($98)

The perfect straight-leg jeans are always a good idea.

All in Favor Single Breasted Blazer

All in Favor Single Breasted Blazer ($69)

A blush blouse is perfect for work or play

Violeta by Mango Lace Detail Dress

Violeta by Mango Lace Detail Dress ($100)

The lace, the pleats, the puff sleeves—yes, yes, yes.

BP. Off the Shoulder Long Sleeve Smocked Top

BP. Off the Shoulder Long Sleeve Smocked Top ($29)

Ruching is bubbling up as a key trend of the season.

H&M Faux Leather Skirt

H&M Faux Leather Skirt ($35)

This detailed leather skirt seriously looks far more expensive than it actually is.

Leith Square Neck Long Sleeve Bodysuit

Leith Square Neck Long Sleeve Bodysuit ~~( $39)~~ $23

Team this square-neck bodysuit with jeans or a skirt—so many options.

All in Favor Ribbed Midi Sweater Dress

All in Favor Ribbed Midi Sweater Dress ($59)

Wear this knit dress on its own or layer a blouse underneath for extra dimension.

4Si3nna Keva Sweater Tank

4Si3nna Keva Sweater Tank ($65)

Yet again—a knit tank is not complete without a coordinating cardigan.

ASOS Design Roll-Neck Fine-Knit Sweater

ASOS Design Roll-Neck Fine-Knit Sweater ($26)

A beige turtleneck is basically a wardrobe staple at this point.

Treasure & Bond Textured One-Button Blazer

Treasure & Bond Textured One-Button Blazer ($99)

If you've been on the hunt for that ideal slouchy black blazer, look no further.

H&M Puff-Sleeved Dress

H&M Puff-Sleeved Dress ($70)

The textured detail on the skirt makes this LBD feel even more special.

H&M Ribbed Dress

H&M Ribbed Dress ($50)

The back detail on this ribbed dress—perfection.

Mango Dart High-Waist Trousers

Mango Dart High-Waist Trousers ($70)

Leather-like trousers will elevate any fit.