Whether you're lamenting the end of summer or are highly anticipating the start of fall, one of the best things you can do to either boost your excitement or tide you over for the changing season is to do a little shopping in preparation. But clothes, like everything else these days, can be expensive—and I find fall clothes to be more expensive than summer. Luckily, I put together a massive shopping guide of dozens of seasonal items (49 to be exact) that clock in at less than $49.
I spent hours (I'm not exaggerating) scrolling through sites like Nordstrom, H&M, Shopbop, and Reformation in search of the coolest, most expensive-looking items that you can buy for not a lot of money. In the massive roundup below, you'll find plenty of great basics, trend pieces, and accessories. After you scroll through, I have a hunch you'll be ready for fall's imminent arrival. (I know I am.)
Black-and-white sweaters are the best sweaters.
The fall-friendly way to wear pink.
I have this in a different color, and it's so good and high-quality.
All denim everything is my fall mantra.
Belts are back.
This is ridiculously pretty.
Everyone on our team keeps talking about these perfect pants.
White tank tops are great, but this one's better for fall.
As pretty as it is affordable.
This is basically the color of falling leaves.
Butterfly print for fall? Hard yes.
& Other Stories has the best affordable sunglasses in the game.
Such a chic night-out option for the fall.
This is what I envision when I think of fall tops.
The small studs are cool—not cheesy.
Y2K but make it sophisticated.
I'd pair this with a chunky sweater.
This has soon-to-sell-out written all over it.
Take this as your cue to stock up on basics.
Yes, they're actually $35.
This is far more polished than the trendy, oversize button-downs.
This would look especially cute with a blazer.
This has so many good reviews.
I'm always on the hunt for good cropped tees.
Fall is basically headband season.
The perfect little black miniskirt is only $30.
The artsy print makes this tank look expensive.
Gotta love a gold-button moment.
'Tis the season for tort.
I kind of want these in every color.
Well, these are perfect.
I'm never getting off the nylon train.
I can't get over how expensive this looks.
This looks super cozy.
Add this to your next Amazon order.
The cargo-pant trend is sticking around.
Give your fall wardrobe a dose of Barbiecore.
Prepare to hear "cute earrings" a lot when wearing these.
You can never have too many layering tees in the fall.
Why not give your workout wardrobe a seasonal update too?
If you like cobalt blue, you'll be happy to know that it's trending for fall.
Treat yourself to a new hair accessory.
Another pretty fall accessory to treat yourself to.
Two words I love together: sweater pants.
If you want to look trendy, wear this with a slip dress.
Cuter than most other white tees out there.
Layer a bodysuit under this on chilly days.
It's time to stock your sweater collection.
So cute under a blazer.
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