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

Irina Shoulder Band Top

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

Free People Short + Sweet Crop Sweater

Short + Sweet Crop Sweater

I might need this in every color.

Reformation Isabel Bodysuit

Isabel Bodysuit

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

Topshop Black Printed High-Neck Blouse

Black Printed High-Neck Blouse

I love the ruffle details on this one.

Reformation Ziggy Top

How cool is this neckline?

Topshop Rose Floral Print Tie Front Top

Rose Floral Print Tie Front Top

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

If you're looking for a subtle puff sleeve.

Topshop Pleated Neck Floral Blouse

Pleated Neck Floral Blouse

Dark florals are perfect for fall.

Intimately What's the Pointelle Bodysuit

What's the Pointelle Bodysuit

The pointelle knit design makes the bodysuit feel special.

Mango Chiffon Sleeve Top

Chiffon Sleeve Top

The sheer sleeves take this top to the next level.

Free People Carmen Long Sleeve Top

Carmen Long Sleeve Top

The one-shoulder trend is still going strong.

Privacy Please Florence Bodysuit

Florence Bodysuit

This neckline is so unusual—in a good way.

Superdown Jodi Top

How pretty is this back?

Reformation Floral Top

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

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