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While we definitely love shopping clearance sections and maximizing small budgets, sometimes, it’s worth it to splurge a little. Making an investment on a piece you’ll wear over and over again for years — one you can rely on for chic outfits and durable quality — can be key to pulling together your wardrobe.
Even splurging on just a few versatile basics can make a huge difference. We know it can be tough narrowing it down and placing that order, so we wanted to help you out by showing you a few of our favorites from top fashion categories. Don’t worry — nothing costs $500 here. You’ll find options starting at $39!
21 Fall Fashion Basics Well Worth the Price
Tops
1. Our Absolute Favorite: We cannot stress this enough: Owning a top-quality, white button-up shirt is a must! The Boxy Oxford from Everlane is our favorite (and it comes in other colors too)!
2. We Also Love: You’ll get nearly endless use out of a simple long-sleeve tee in a neutral color. This Lauren Ralph Lauren long-sleeve top from Macy’s is our pick!
3. We Can’t Forget: This Splendid mock-neck top will be your favorite layering piece that you can 100% wear on its own too!
Sweaters
4. Our Absolute Favorite: We’re always on board with adding even just a kiss of cashmere to your closet. This Reformation polo sweater from Nordstrom is made of 100% cashmere — 70% of which is recycled!
5. We Also Love: This Charter Club duster sweater from Macy’s is another cashmere find, but in a cardigan style. Shoppers say it’s “perfect in every way”!
6. We Can’t Forget: This drapey Coolibar cardigan is certainly stylish, but its UPF 50+ fabric makes it totally worth it to Us!
Outerwear
7. Our Absolute Favorite: We’ve owned our fair share of faux-leather jackets, but a real leather jacket is the type of piece you’ll own forever. Check out this Mango biker jacket from Nordstrom!
8. We Also Love: This longline quilted ReNew Long Liner coat from Everlane is warm and cozy without being super puffy. It’s even packable, making it great for travel!
9. We Can’t Forget: Rain, rain, go away…until this waterproof Joules coat arrives on our doorstep. So good for those chilly fall showers!
Dresses
10. Our Absolute Favorite: So pretty! This floral Tommy Hilfiger dress from Macy’s is going to be perfect for fall weddings, but you can dress it down with combat boots and a jacket too!
11. We Also Love: If you want to cement yourself as a style legend, this iconic Selkie Puff Dress will do the trick. It’s at Revolve in four colors!
12. We Can’t Forget: The Drop is a great Amazon brand for higher-quality pieces that aren’t too pricy. Take this The Drop Makenna dress for example!
Pants
13. Our Absolute Favorite: Swapping your jeans out for pants of a different material can make a huge difference in your look. These NIC+ZOE pants from Target are made with a suede-like material!
14. We Also Love: Show your wild side with these leopard-print Michael Michael Kors pants. The wide leg design is very trendy right now!
15. We Can’t Forget: These M Made in Italy pants are made with real silk, plus breathable viscose. An incredible combo!
Accessories
16. Our Absolute Favorite: Don’t underestimate the power of a designer belt! This Givenchy belt from Nordstrom has a logo buckle too to really make it stand out!
17. We Also Love: We cannot get enough of this sherpa UGG bag right now. It’s the perfect cozy accessory for fall and winter!
18. We Can’t Forget: This 100% cashmere WaySoft beanie will be so soft and lovely. You’ll wear this one all the time!
Shoes
19. Our Absolute Favorite: These Tony Bianco booties from Revolve are bestsellers, so you know shoppers are loving them. They have over 300 reviews!
20. We Also Love: These suede Minnetonka moccasins have a sheepskin lining for the ultimate comfortable experience. A must for lazy weekends and evenings!
21. We Can’t Forget: There’s a reason people have been wearing Docs for decades. These Dr. Martens Chelsea boots will likely become your go-to fall shoes!
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