I Set Myself a Strict Autumn Budget—These Under-£150 High Street Buys Look Triple The Price

After a summer packed full of trips, events, birthdays and al fresco dinners, my bank balance is definitely feeling the pinch. The new season has slowly eased in, and whilst I've unpacked a selection of trusted autumn staples to see me through the coming months, a few gaps remain where great pieces should be. So, I've set myself a strict budget and set aside a few hours to deep-dive into the new collections and unearth the most expensive-looking buys that exude autumnal elegance, all under £150. Trust me, you'll want to see these.

If you’ve ever been asked if your top or shoes are designer and proudly declared “it’s from Zara!” then you’ll understand the satisfaction I felt when tracking down these expensive-looking high street buys. The trick to finding pieces that look like smart investment buys can be found in the finer details of silhouette, composition, shade and classic design. Lucky for us, autumn naturally reintroduces a refined colour palette, brings back luxe-looking textures and welcomes the return of sumptuous fabrics from merino wool to satin. And if you know where to look like I do, then there are some seriously expensive-looking finds to uncover.

At the top end of my £150 budget you’ll find a cosy merino wool knit in autumn’s trending cobalt blue as well as a water-repellent trench coat that will be a practical and chic addition to your wardrobe throughout the seasons. Whilst the top end of my budget is £150, there are plenty of pieces that come in well below this price point. Within this selection of sleek autumnal buys, you’ll find a pair of seriously good barrel-leg jeans from Marks & Spencer that I’ve already tried on (and purchased), an affordable leather-look skirt from Zara which is quickly selling out and a selection of refined accessories to tie your looks together. If you’re sticking to a budget this autumn, scroll on to explore the best under-£150 buys on the high street right now.

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