I Just Recreated 7 Insanely Chic Summer Outfits for Under $125 From Amazon
While I love to splurge on a designer piece now and then, I'm on a much tighter budget this season, which means I'm mostly shopping for pieces that are affordable yet still feel trend-forward and elevated.
I have a few brands I always turn to when I'm looking for stylish finds on a budget, and Amazon is unquestionably one of them—especially when it comes to fashion-forward basics. This week, as I was scrolling through some chic summer outfits on Instagram, and I challenged myself to recreate seven incredibly chic looks on a budget—all from Amazon. If you're curious or in the mood for some wallet-friendly new-season pieces, take a look at the outfits below for summer inspiration.
Button-Down + Track Shorts + Ballet Pumps
Pair trendy track shorts with a relaxed button-down for a contrasting look that feels cool and current. Finish with ballet pumps for a summer day in the city.
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Polka-Dot Top + Long Denim Shorts + Kitten-Heel Thong Sandals
Dress up your long denim shorts this summer and style them with a chic polka-dot halter top, a chain belt, kitten heels, and elevated accessories.
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White Embroidered Top + Red Pants + Jelly Flip-Flops
It's not summer without a pretty white embroidered top. Style it with of-the-moment red drawstring pants and jelly flip-flops for a fashion-forward summer look.
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White Tank Top + Lace-Trim Skirt + Jelly Flip-Flops
Lace-trim skirts are here to stay this summer. Give it a casual spin and style one with a simple white tank and jelly sandals. Easy and chic.
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White T-Shirt + White Knee-Length Skirt + Black Accessories
When you want to look polished in the city on a hot summer's day, opt for a tonal look—a crisp white tee with a chic white knee-length skirt and elevated black accessories. You can't go wrong.
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Graphic Tee + Capri Pants + Ballet Flats
Capri pants are everywhere right now. Style one with a fun graphic tee and glove ballet flats for one effortlessly chic look.
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Black Halter Top + Polka-Dot Slip Skirt + Red Ballet Pumps
When it comes to summer staples that can transition from day-to-night, a black halter top is a must. Style it with a polka-dot skirt and red ballet pumps for one chic sunset-to-sundown look.
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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.