Affordable
Sep 24, 2019

I Went on a Shopping Rampage for Affordable, Pretty Tops—These 19 Made the Cut

by Caitlin Burnett

Fact: There's nothing that makes getting dressed easier than a pretty top. I mean, really—it takes all the work out of putting together an outfit. All you do is add jeans or trousers and you're done. A pretty top does all the heavy lifting for you. That's why I recently went on a mission to find the prettiest tops for fall to add to my closet to make my life just a little bit easier in the coming months.

So, we already know that there's nothing better than a pretty top. But one that's also affordable? Well, that's basically a unicorn right there. From the cropped $48 cardigan that goes with every bottom imaginable to the $55 blouse your whole office will be asking you about, these are the 19 best pretty, affordable tops (aka unicorns) I've come across.

Pixie Market Irina Shoulder Band Top

Pixie Market Irina Shoulder Band Top ($62)

Pro tip: Pixie Market always has the coolest pieces that nobody else will be wearing.

Reformation Isabel Bodysuit

Reformation Isabel Bodysuit ($68)

Between the high neck and ribbing, I can't decide what I like most.

Topshop Black Printed High-Neck Blouse

Topshop Black Printed High-Neck Blouse ($75)

I love the ruffle details on this one.

Reformation Ziggy Top

Reformation Ziggy Top ($58)

How cool is this neckline?

Topshop Rose Floral Print Tie Front Top

Topshop Rose Floral Print Tie Front Top ($55)

I've never met a floral print I didn't like.

& Other Stories Scoop Neck Wool Blend Top

& Other Stories Scoop Neck Wool Blend Top ($69)

If you're looking for a subtle puff sleeve.

Topshop Pleated Neck Floral Blouse

Topshop Pleated Neck Floral Blouse ($55)

Dark florals are perfect for fall.

Intimately What's the Pointelle Bodysuit

Intimately What's the Pointelle Bodysuit ($58)

The pointelle knit design makes the bodysuit feel special.

Mango Chiffon Sleeve Top

Mango Chiffon Sleeve Top ($60)

The sheer sleeves take this top to the next level.

Free People Carmen Long Sleeve Top

Free People Carmen Long Sleeve Top ($78)

The one-shoulder trend is still going strong.

Privacy Please Florence Bodysuit

Privacy Please Florence Bodysuit ($98)

This neckline is so unusual—in a good way.

Superdown Jodi Top

Superdown Jodi Top ($56)

How pretty is this back?

Reformation Floral Top

Reformation Floral Top ($58)

The tie detail at the waist makes this feel anything but basic.

Urban Outfitters Rhionne Sheer Mesh Mock Neck Top

Urban Outfitters Rhionne Sheer Mesh Mock Neck Top ($59)

If ever there were a perfect fall top, this is it.