Shop Talk is a biweekly column dedicated to exploring the latest styles and trends to hit the internet. We’ll sift through new arrivals to bring you the styles we’re loving, the trends gaining momentum, and the pieces you’ll want to see before they sell out.
I’ll be paying off my summer travel bills well into fall, so I’ve set every online retailer’s filter to show me products that cost $170 or less. Instead of risking falling in love with another $350 piece, I’m eyeing a denim bomber jacket, lace-trimmed shorts, and ballet flats that fall way under that price point. The goal was to find pieces that scratch the itch for a new fall thing or two without blowing my entire budget. They feel cool and current without leaning too trendy, and come fall, they can be layered alongside warmer pieces. To see my favorite arrivals in the $170-and-under category, keep reading.
$170-and-Under Apparel
The ultimate cool-girl jacket this season.
This is how you style lace-trimmed shorts for fall.
I may have already broken my rule of $170 and under, but this was too cute to scroll by.
I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I’m gravitating toward slimmer jeans.
I’m a simple gal. When I see a ’90s-inspired LBD, I buy it.
Peplum tops are emerging, and this is the closest I’ll come to wearing one.
An excellent everyday pant.
For a “trendier” basic, try a high V-neck.
Style this slip dress with a suede jacket and ballet flats.
If slim jeans aren’t your thing, this new balloon style is intriguing to me.
I recently pulled a similar jean jacket out of my closet, and I think it’s a perfect layering piece.
Another fresh basic style to try.
I have a problem. I can’t stop buying striped and checkered button-downs.
I love the idea of a jort styled with a cashmere sweater and moto boots this fall.
A super-elegant trench for under $150.
$30 for cashmere? Did I read that right?
I love this new wash of the ’90s jean.
I want to live in this.
Another day, another track jacket added to my wish list.
The NYC fashion set loves a pair of sweat shorts right now. This is my pick in the category.
A very comfortable and very flattering halter top.
New Shoes
This color!
The shoe laces sold me.
Listen: We’re buying mules for fall.
I love the snakeskin burgundy combination happening here.
These looks far more expensive than $98.
The most recent adidas pair in my collection.
Vans has entered the sneakerina chat.
