I’m an Affordable Fashion Expert—These Are the Under-$100 Finds on My Radar This Fall

Don’t let anybody tell you booties are out. They’re just different. This stunning under-$70 pair—which comes in 12 colors and materials, BTW—will round out any fall outfit in the chicest way. The supple, slightly textured leather and kitten heel will have people thinking they’re much more expensive than they are.

If I had to pick one item I’ve worn the most in 2025, it’s a red pair of shoes. Whether they’re jelly flats, Mary Janes, or this exact pair of sneakers, they’re the ideal way to make any outfit less boring. Wearing a plain tee and jeans? Adding red shoes instantly makes the look a lot more interesting. Plus, this slim, ‘70s-inspired silhouette is the must-have sneaker style of fall 2025.

Haven’t you heard? Boat shoes are back in a major way. But this time around, we’re going with a sleeker, more round-toe with a higher upper (meaning no toe cleavage). If you’re not quite ready to invest in a pair of Sperrys, this pair is less than half the price and definitely does the trick. If you want to make them even more fashionable, swap out the laces for a colorful set.

I wore my red Old Navy jelly flats literally all summer long. When the weather started to transition into fall, I was on the hunt for a pair of jelly shoes that could transition with me. Not only do these do just that, but they’re insanely comfortable as well.

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If there is a hobo bag to be had, I must have it. I love that this one is a slightly smaller shoulder bag, but it’s still roomy enough to hold all of your everyday essentials. Plus, how cute is the bow detail?! At $79 for genuine suede, you really can’t beat this pick. The hardest part will be choosing between cognac and burgundy.

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I’ve been a fan of Zara’s monogrammable bags for what feels like forever. (Customized for just $4?! Sign me up.) So when I saw they dropped this city bag in the color of the season, chartreuse, it immediately went on my wish list.

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I’m calling it now. Triangle scarves—especially in fun colors and patterns—will be the must-have accessory of this fall and winter. They’re a great way to add a little extra touch of fun to any outfit.

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In case you haven’t heard, Old Navy’s fall collection is to die for this year. The styles and silhouettes are elevated in a way that makes them seem much more expensive than they are, and this trench-meets-barn-jacket is no exception.

This striped sweater has been on my wish list for months. With a delicious brown and blue color combo and fuzzy texture, it’s truly my perfect fall sweater this year. Need styling ideas? Check out our fall capsule wardrobe.

This cardigan serves as another example of how gorgeous Old Navy’s fall collection is. I love the exaggerated collar and sleeves, which make it an ideal choice for anything from the office to a night out.

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The Quince cashmere cardigan is another tried-and-true favorite of mine. So much so that I am thinking I need to get it in more colors. At just $80 for 100 percent Grade-A Mongolian cashmere, this is the find I want to shout from the rooftops.

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During a recent scroll of Quince, I came across this 100 percent merino wool sweater. Once again, I was drawn to the exaggerated mockneck and sleeves, which make the piece just a bit more unique than others in my knitwear collection.

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Another piece with a beautiful oversized collar, this blouse has the DÔEN look at a third of the price. In addition to the collar, the lace trim, floral pattern, and bow details make this top ultra feminine in the best way.

Short-sleeve cardigans have become a closet staple of mine. But for some reason, they’re kind of hard to find in stock and at a reasonable price. So when I saw this one for $25 at Nordstrom Rack, I knew I needed to add it to this list.

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Rugby shirts are majorly on trend this season, but again, can be expensive for no reason at all. This option is under $40 and 100 percent cotton, making it the perfect way to try out this trend.

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You’ll see a theme amongst the pants on this list, and that’s that I am sick of classic jeans and leggings. First up, these pull-on barrel jeans from Old Navy, which are not only comfortable but make any of your go-to jeans outfits look just a bit more on trend.

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These next two pants are looks for less for popular styles from DONNI, which can cost close to $200 for a single pair. Just imagine how cute these ribbed flare leggings will look paired with your favorite oversized sweater and clogs while sipping a PSL this fall.

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I own these and have been wearing them nonstop for weeks. Although they are a linen blend, the rich brown color makes them a bit more seasonally appropriate, so they serve as the quintessential summer-to-fall transition piece.

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