What to Buy From H&M's Sale If Your Taste Is Expensive But Your Budget Is $25

H&M has always been a destination for great basics, but lately, the Swedish retailer has been stepping up its style game with on-trend pieces reminiscent of designer duds. From luxe fabrics like linen and satin to oversize suiting and '90s denim, there's always something that catches our eyes when browsing IRL or online. 

While impulse purchases aren't always the best idea, we must admit that H&M's current sale is too good to pass by. So if you're the kind of person who tends to let pieces linger in your cart for a few days, this is a reminder to move quickly. These deals won't last long. 

Fortunately, you can save time by browsing our selection of the most expensive-looking items on sale right now, including dresses, denim, and accessories. Keep scrolling to browse our suggested shopping list—we've looked through all 2000 items—and prepare to delight in these fun, affordable finds. 

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Drew Elovitz is originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, but has spent the last decade living and working in New York City. She earned a master's degree in media and popular culture from New York University, then began her career on the internet as the Twitter voice of Barbie. She worked previously at Who What Wear as the director of content strategy and also spent several years leading the social media teams at Teen Vogue and Entertainment Weekly. You'll find her byline on the site around topics such as celebrity fashion, must-have basics, beauty favorites (particularly nail polish), and wellness tips and tricks. Her personal style tends to favor the classics: She loves crisp white button-downs, sneakers, and skinny jeans—and no look is complete without a great pair of oversize sunglasses and a trusty leather jacket. After she finishes reading the entire internet every day, she can be found dining out at her favorite restaurants, trying new beauty treatments, or indulging her historical-fiction habit.