Sometimes when I'm up late at night on my way home from dinner or scrolling mindlessly on TikTok, I'll head on over to Zara.com to see the brand's newest, chicest collections. It's practically second nature as a shopping editor to peruse the site when I'm bored in an attempt to soothe my mind. The last few times I've been pages deep within the Spanish brand's coats, jeans, and knitwear, though, I've been finding it harder and harder to browse without adding something to my cart—especially when some of the best finds at Zara right now are coming in at under $100. Now that my paycheck just hit my account, I know the first thing I'll be doing.
As we're fully settled into summer and heading fall, there are so many pretty, shiny things I'm eyeing that, thankfully, won't make a dent in my credit card due to their low-cost, high-joy output. Ahead, I've rounded up the very best pieces from Zara I have my eye on right now, including on-trend coats, adorable footwear, and everyday basics.
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Bow Top
If you're going to buy one thing off of this list, let it be this incredibly chic $50 scarf top my sister put me on to.
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Stretchy Square Neck Top
This simple top will never go out of style.
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Pack of 2 Resin Stone Necklaces
Fashion people have been loving red stone necklaces lately, and this layered version doesn't break the bank.
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Tailored Mid Waist Balloon Jeans
Love them or hate them, horseshoe jeans are here to stay.
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Asymmetrical Ruched Top
This ruched top looks so expensive.
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Gold Closure Box Clutch
Very demure.
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Animal Print Pants
These leopard-print jeans are a perfect, affordable way to hop onto the trend.
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Lace Lingerie Style Top
This entire set is just *chef's kiss.*
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Elastic Belt Dress
Another butter-yellow item you need in your closet ASAP.
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Lace Midi Skirt
Stunning.
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Metal Bracelet
This cuff looks expensive.
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Coral Effect Necklace
Make a statement this summer in this jaw-dropping necklace.
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Snap Capri Pants
Haven't you heard? Capri pants are majorly in this season.
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Balloon Hem Mini Dress
Mark my words: Balloon hems will be everywhere for the rest of 2024.
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Voluminous Midi Dress
A simple yet stunning classic summer dress.
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Double Metal Hair Tie
An easy way to spice up your basic ponytail.
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TRF Mid-Rise Wide Leg Jeans
You can always count on Zara's in-house denim line for a classic pair of great jeans.
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Side Ruching Knit Top
This top would go so well with a simple pair of jeans.
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Nylon Balloon Midi Skirt
Cute!
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Animal Print Heeled Sandals
This is exactly what my ideal Y2K wardrobe looks like.
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Bow Halter Top
Cool and casual.
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Flat Strappy Sandals With Metal Embellishment
I've been eyeing these embellished sandals for months, and now that they're back in stock, I'm not hesitating.
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Striped Linen Blend Pants
Scandi women everywhere love these pants.
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Color Detail Athletic Sneakers
IYKYK.
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Draped Asymmetric Dress
Cool-girl bride incoming…
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Z1975 High Waist Cropped Straight Jeans
These will live on in your wardrobe forever.
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Crochet Knit Top With Opening
BRB, I'm about to book a vacation just so I can buy this top.
Ana Escalante is an award-winning journalist and Gen Z editor known for her sharp takes on fashion and culture. She’s covered everything from Copenhagen Fashion Week to Roe v. Wade protests as the Editorial Assistant at Glamour after earning her journalism degree at the University of Florida in 2021. At Who What Wear, Ana mixes wit with unapologetic commentary in long-form fashion and beauty content, creating pieces that resonate with a digital-first generation. If it’s smart, snarky, and unexpected, chances are her name’s on it.