Even though October just started, I have been shopping for fall for quite some time now, and the chic new arrivals continue to roll in. I've been restocking everything from great denim pieces to new knits to pretty blouses and fall dresses. Of course, I wish I could spend as much as my heart desires, but I'm keeping an eye on my favorite affordable retailers that have elevated-looking pieces that could sometimes pass for designer. H&M, Zara, and Mango have set the bar high with their latest new arrivals, and I couldn't help but snag a few fall pieces. I rounded up 30 affordable but expensive-looking fall items that look way pricer than their price tags.
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ZARA
100% Leather Cropped Jacket
The perfect light layer over a white tee shirt and jeans.
ZARA
Basic Knit Gold Button Vest
A knit top to pair with jeans.
MANGO
Cecilia Straight-Fit High-Rise Jeans
These look way pricier than they are.
MANGO
Beaded Pendant Earrings
I'd wear these with a brown sweater.
ZARA
Asymmetric Plaid Lace Dress
I need this in my closet, like, yesterday.
ZARA
Asymmetrical Belted Top
I'd wear this shirt on my office day.
ZARA
Satin Effect Halter Neck Long Dress
If you're shopping for an under-$100 fall wedding guest dress, look no further.
ZARA
Leather Ballet Flats
These look so chic with the sheer tights.
H&M
Knit Long Dress
I can't believe the price tag on this dress.
ZARA
Heels With Ankle Strap
Sleek, sexy, and under $60.
MANGO
Fine-Knit Sweater With Contrasting Trims
The contrasting trim almost makes this look layered.
H&M
Barrel High Jeans
These range from size 0 to 14.
MANGO
Semi-Transparent Ruffled Blouse
Pair with a tank top or bralette if you're feeling cheeky.
ZARA
Heeled Suede Knee High Boots
Suede boots just look so elevated.
ZARA
3 Pack of Resin Bracelets
Resin bangles are trending for fall, and I am so here for it.
ZARA
Long Lace Dress
I'm into naked dresses for fall.
MANGO
Long Flared Dress
How sophisticated is this dress?
MANGO
Leather Bag With Metallic Detail
The perfect work bag.
MANGO
Pocketed Wool-Blend Jacket
This also comes in black, but I love the gray.
H&M
Lyocell-Blend Blouse
I'd pair this top with jeans.
H&M
Aviator-Style Sunglasses
Big-frame sunglasses are coming back.
MANGO
100% Leather Fur Jacket
Very high up on my wish list.
MANGO
Denim Shirt With Seams
I've been needing to upgrade my denim shirt. I think the search is over.
ZARA
Animal Print Pants
Leopard is making its annual fall comeback.
H&M
Coated Shoulder Bag
No one will believe you scored this bag for under $35.
H&M
Pocket-Detail Cardigan
If the stripes aren't for you, this cardigan also comes in three other colors.
MANGO
Asymmetric Checked Blouse
Checked prints are always top of mind when fall time comes around.
H&M
Rib-Knit Sweater
The chicest sweater $20 can buy.
H&M
Dressy Mini Skirt
This skirt comes in so many colors, and at this price point, I'll buy them all.
Originally from Chicago, Illinois, Grace has always been a lover of all things fashion and beauty. Upon receiving her first degree in visual communications from FIDM in Los Angeles, she moved to New York City and continued her education at LIM College, majoring in fashion media with a minor in society and culture. Grace has worked for PhotoBook magazine, Insider, and Harper's Bazaar. As a writer, Grace has had pieces published covering topics including racial justice, fashion, politics, and current events. As the previous assistant shopping editor at Who What Wear, Grace loves finding the best buys out there for the WWW readers.