Under-$200 Spring Items That Will Develop a Cult Following

last updated 14 August 2019

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With March one day away, I think it's officially safe to say that spring is just around the corner. Sure, the weather is being stubborn at this particular point in time, but the spring product at Shopbop sure isn't. I have personally been stalking the new arrivals section (and every section) at Shopbop for the exciting spring buys that are now officially shoppable, and let me tell you—it's good.

One of the things I love about Shopbop is that it works very closely with influencers and editors in a myriad of ways, meaning the product you see on its site is also the product you're bound to see everywhere from Instagram to the streets. A high-influence retailer it is, let me tell you. Ahead, I've rounded up the under-$200 (because I like you guys) products I think will eventually develop a cult following this spring. Underneath each of the 11 products I selected, I gave you my reasoning because, no, I don't just think these items are "cute" (but, like, they are).

Shop my predictions:

Cotton Citizen

Tokyo Crop Long Sleeve Tee

With the rise of tie-dye this season, and the fact that we already saw this top plenty during fashion month, this will be an automatic go-to when trying to test the style.

3.1 Phillip Lim

Sateen Sporting Bucket Hat

Bucket hats are here to stay for spring, and this sateen version from Phillip Lim is offering all the cool vibes other bucket hats aren't.

Ganni

Printed Cotton Top

When it comes to Ganni, there are always multiple cult favorites that rise up each season, but this ruffle leopard crop is one I have a feeling will be all over Instagram.

Dr. Martens

2976 Quad Chelsea Boots

Dr. Martens are no longer a trend—they are officially part of our everyday wardrobes. This Chelsea boot version feels fresh, and after seeing so many similar styles on the F/W19 runways, these are a sure-fire win.

Solid & Striped

The Belted Nina One Piece Swimsuit

That's right—swim season is right around the corner, and we'd be naive to think Solid & Striped won't have a cult-status moment. I'm personally placing all bets on this one.

Adam Selman Sport

French Cut Leggings

Much-loved designer Adam Selman recently parted ways with his ready-to-wear line to launch an athleisure label called A.S.S. The statement-making sportswear has already been shot on Bella Hadid, so I mean…

Jacquemus

Le Petit Vanity

Yes, this is $7 over the budget for this story, but that little 'J' was too precious to pass up. There is no speed bump in site when it comes to the wildfire that is Jacquemus, so something like this mini bag at a generally approachable price point is going to really take off.

Rahi

Scarlett Dress

This just in: Zebra is the new leopard print and fashion girls are already catching on to the news. Easy-to-wear pieces like this midi dress will sell like hotcakes at every price point, but especially at one that's under $200.

Staud

Acme Top

Staud is another contemporary brand, like Ganni, that generates cult-status with nearly every product it puts out. I've already seen this pastel color combo on influencers and this particular top on editors. This is a combination of massive success if you ask me.

Jeffrey Campbell

Vanira WD Pumps

Square toes are another huge footwear trend we are anticipating for spring 2019, and thanks to Jeffrey Campbell, you don't have to spend a million dollars to partake. Everything from the low heel to the sleek silhouette of this particular pair makes these oh-so approachable.

Fame and Partners

The Ambrose Top

Last but not least, we have this peasant top. Filled with ruching and puffy sleeves galore, this is the kind of top everyone will want to pair with jeans this spring for a quick and easy outfit idea.

Shop more under-$200 items I love:

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Leopard Slip Dress

WAYF

Goodwin Blazer

Pitusa

Lima Bag

Agolde

Baggy Oversized Jeans wWPleats

Capulet

Amber Mini Dress

Cult Gaia

Large Barrette

Rachel Comey

Sour Earrings

Ganni

Tech Fabric Hat

Staud

Mini Shirley Bag

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Lauren Eggertsen is currently the editorial director of Who What Wear and has worked at the company for over eight years, where she started as an associate editor and has since worked her way up. Lauren has over 10 years of experience in the fashion editorial space, starting her career with internships at Marc Jacobs, Marie Claire, and The Zoe Report, where she was later hired as their editorial assistant. Lauren has worked in the Los Angeles and New York Who What Wear offices but currently calls L.A. home. It is here where she leads and manages Who What Wear's fashion team and oversees all day-to-day editorial content and large tentpole moments. This includes all of the runway, trend, and shopping-driven content that ultimately helps to build a strong brand reputation within the industry. Lauren's role also includes helping to set the fashion direction for all original photo shoots and often styles many of the celebrity cover shoots, including big names like Kaia Gerber, Normani, and Kristen Stewart.

She has also attended multiple fashion weeks, including New York, London, Milan, and Paris, where her personal style has been featured on sites such as Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, and Elle. She prides herself on discovering and supporting small brands and on her knack for a good vintage shopping find. When she isn't working, she enjoys researching and dining at reputable restaurants around both her neighborhood and the globe.