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I’m not going to lie to you: Affordable retailers like Zara, H&M, and Mango are usually the places I beeline to when I’m in the mood to indulge myself with a cheap and trendy buy. As I was idly scrolling through their new arrivals on my last visit, though, I couldn’t help but notice all the chic and timeless pieces, especially the pieces that looked destined for a forever wardrobe. With a certain anti-trend, quiet-luxury aesthetic on the rise, retailers are clearly taking notes on the growing interest in paring things back and have been acting accordingly.
Once I spotted a few quiet-luxury finds, I searched up and down all my usual sites and found a trove of items that were so chic, so luxurious, and so wealthy looking that their surprisingly low price tags shocked me to my very core.
From the languid cream-toned trousers you’ll want to skip your jeans for to the luxurious capes that will make you look like you just stepped off a private jet, I’m uncovering the best expensive-looking finds to buy for winter and the best part is that none of them top $150.
H&M
Fine-Knit Cashmere-Blend Poncho
$75
Capes, ponchos, and wraps never fail to give off that ultra-luxurious vibe.
Wayf
Pleated Trousers
$85
$43
Winter whites are like a cheat code for looking polished.
Charles & Keith
Black Sculptural Knot Pointed-Toe Flats
$56
Oh, j’adore.
Mango
Fur Effect Jacket
$160
Can you blame me for wanting to squeeze in this gorgeous faux-fur coat even though it’s a tad over our target budget?
H&M
Tie-Neck Satin Dress
$68
Simply divine.
Intimissimi
Boat Neck Modal Cashmere Ultralight Top
$59
$47
Not only is this TikTok viral boat neck top back in stock in all the colors, but it’s also on sale. Do with that knowledge what you will.
H&M
A-Line Skirt
$85
Holiday party dressing just got a whole lot prettier.
Heaven Mayhem
Wine Earrings
$110
Trust me—wearing bold ’80s earrings makes literally anything look elevated.
Reformation
Reformation Kyan Knit Dress
$148
Just imagine this dress with tights and pumps.
Mango
Kitten Heel Shoes
$70
COS
Scarf-Detail Cutout Blouse
$135
It’s all about that neck detail.
H&M
Wool-Blend Dress Pants
$139
I found these in H&M’s premium selection area, so not only do they look top notch, but I know the quality will be, too.
Skims
Smooth Lounge Stretch Modal-Blend Maxi Dress
$96
Oh, miss Kimberly really popped off with this one.
J.Crew
Spiral Collar Necklace
£110
£45
Wear this with an open neckline to really let it shine…
Topshop
Off the Shoulder Rib Crop Top
$77
…like, ahem, this.
Mango
Tweed Jacket With Jewel Buttons
$130
If it looks like something I could have unearthed from my grandma’s closet, then I want it.
Mango
Satin-Finish Elastic Waist Pants
It’s not very often that something is as sophisticated as it is easy, but these are just that.
H&M
Double-Breasted Coat
$85
What did I say about winter whites?
Open Edit
Jane Wishbone Leather Belt
$49
Love this sculptural belt buckle.
Levi’s
Baggy Dad Jeans
$98
The off-white shade is perfection.
COS
Sculpted Brooch
$59
For all the aspiring art moms out there.
Mango
Open-Back Blouse With Shoulder Pads
$90
Business in the front, after hours in the back.
H&M
Appliquéd Slingbacks
$33
Boring flats, who?
H&M
Cable-Knit Midi Dress
$65
The nipped-waist silhouette here is sublime.
Zara
Asymmetric Cape Blouse
$90
Sorry, just one more cape you have to see!
Zara
Mock Croc Knee High Heeled Boots
$139
Shades of oxblood are everywhere right now, making these a timely and chic buy.
Helsa
Matte Jersey Long Sleeve Top
$148
Basics that aren’t so basic.
Massimo Dutti
Flowing Dress with Gathered Detail
$149
Whatever you do, don’t sleep on Zara’s sister brand Massimo Dutti.
Charles & Keith
Cesia Metallic Accent Shoulder Bag
$76
The hardware here looks so premium.
Sophie Rue
Sleeveless Turtleneck Bodysuit
$88
More polished than your average tee but just as easy.
H&M
Textured-Knit Cardigan
$40
Those buttons, though.
Mango
Draped Satin Top
$100
Yep, we’re in our halter era yet again.
H&M
Open-Backed Satin Dress
$46
Just wait until you see the back.
Open Edit
Corset Blazer
$89
Give your black blazer the 2023 upgrade.
Babaton
Talent Skirt
$138
Supremely sleek.
Sophie Rue
Scoop Neck Satin Tank
$98
Everybody needs a great silk tank in their closet, and that’s a fact.
Gap
24/7 Split-Hem Polo Sweater
$80
This would look so good with jeans, skirts, and trousers alike.
Zara
Satin Effect Halter Dress
$60
Nope, nobody will believe it’s Zara.
Open Edit
Rib Half Zip Sweater
$69
Nordstrom’s in-house brand is getting so good.
Reformation
Aspen Linen Top
$148
It’s all about this high neckline.
COS
Knitted Corset Midi Dress
$150
This silhouette is so beautiful.
Mango
Cotton Boat Neck T-Shirt
$20
This entire outfit is such a vibe.
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