30 Spring Items That Solve My Expensive-Taste-on-a-Humble-Budget Dilemma
See every under-$300 spring item on my wish list.
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Even though I'm a fashion editor, the amount of shopping I actually do is quite limited. As much as I'd love to pull a Carrie Bradshaw and purchase a new pair of Manolo Blahniks every month, my New York rent isn't going to pay itself. My purchases tend to fall under the $200 price point, and this spring, there's no shortage of great finds that look far more expensive than they are. One day, my budget will match my taste, but in the meantime, please see the 30 spring pieces that I'm considering. Below, you'll find matching sets, pretty skirts, and a peek into one of my new favorite clothing rental companies. Happy shopping!
The sleeves sold me.
I will forever sing the praises of this butter-yellow hue (until a new color trend comes around).
Upon first glance, I thought these were The Row.
Come summer, every editor you know will be living in this tube top.
Sadly, the denim vest has sold out, but snag these jeans before they're gone, too.
I've never preordered anything so fast. (Don't worry—it ships in two days.)
Expensive-looking and under $300? Check and check.
I'm starting to see this extra-strappy style pop up more and more for spring and summer.
I need this set now.
You can rent this cute dress and 14 other items for just $125 a month.
Polka-dot supremacy lives on.
My spring wardrobe hero item that looks stylish with a plain T-shirt, cardigan, or pinched-waist blazer.
Everyone has a beige trench. Go for this one.
I can't get enough of powder blue this season.
As much as I'd love to own the $4000 Prada version, this one will certainly suffice.
You may have dozens of jeans, but do you have a cool drawstring pair?
The next buzzy Adidas style.
I'll take the whole look, please and thank you.
I never thought I'd see the day, but Bermuda shorts are making a swift comeback.
I've seen similar bags for quadruple the cost.
I'm ready to live in linen.
I'm a big fan of the sleek, minimal design of these sunnies.
The secret to wearing Vince on the daily is to rent it.
Can you tell I'm over my winter wool trousers?
'90s minimalism strikes again.
Now this is a cute top.
I'll be taking these to Madrid with me, thank you very much.
The chic transformation of Bermuda shorts and preppy polos will be my doctoral dissertation.
I'm always on the hunt for the perfect vintage-looking jean.
I can confirm Brooklynites are already wearing Clarks for spring.
