Instant Wardrobe Pick-Me-Ups: 50 Fall Trend Pieces—All Under $50!

By Andrea Cheng
Updated Aug 26, 2013 @ 2:49 pm
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It’s easy to swing into the new season when you have a surplus of disposable income to spare (oh if only...) but it’s time to face reality: Trying all of fall’s 14 top trends doesn’t come cheap. That’s why we found clothes to fit into the top looks of the season for $50 and under—a reasonable price point that can get you looking fall-ready without dipping into your savings account. From modern-day LBDs to must-have moto jackets (everyone is wearing them), click through for our 50 finds under $50.

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Dominate in a LBD

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The little black dress is a classic staple in every woman's wardrobe-so much so that it earned its own acronym. While the LBD is a timeless piece, designers consistently find new ways to evolve the sexy design. This season we spotted sheer accents, dramatic drapery and off-shoulder styles. LBDs are a seasonless go-to piece destined to get a lot of wear, making it the ultimate guilt-free purchase.

Photos: (from left) Emilio Pucci, Yigal Azrouël

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Miss Selfridge

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Polyester and elastane, $46; missselfridge.com.

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Mango

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Polyester, $50; ; mango.com.

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H&M

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Cotton, spandex, and polyester, $25; hm.com.

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Fashion Union

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Polyester and elastane, $28; fashionunion.com.

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Dorothy Perkins

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Viscose and elastane, $35; dorothyperkins.com.

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Take on Tartan

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Not many patterns have the ability to evoke the unlikely combination of sophistication and grunge quite like plaid can. Perhaps it's because the print has embodied everything from school-style uniforms to '80s punk fashion. Try the trend with a bold black-and-red miniskirt or a babydoll dress in understated hues. Regardless of how you wear it, the pattern will always be both subtly seductive and slightly demure.

Photos: (from left) Marc by Marc Jacobs, Mulberry

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Zara

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Polyester and elastane, $40; zara.com.

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Mossimo® for Target

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Polyester, $25; target.com.

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River Island

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Cotton, $50; riverisland.com.

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Lands' End

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Polyester-rayon blend, $45; landsend.com.

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Miss Selfridge

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Viscose, $42; missselfridge.com.

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Connect with Cobalt

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When you want to stand out in exquisite way, step into a richly saturated shade that's icy cool, but not cold. Crisp blazers, true-blue denim, and pleated dresses doused in the compelling color are just clicks away.

Photos: (from left) Alberta Ferretti, Roberto Cavalli

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Topshop

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Cotton and elastane, $40; topshop.com.

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H&M

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Spandex, rayon, and polyester, $25; hm.com.

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Joe Fresh

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Faux-denim, $19; joefresh.com.

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Mango

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Polyester, $50; mango.com.

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River Island

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Polyester and elastane, $50; riverisland.com.

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Recreate Runway Romance

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Romantic dresses strike a sensual balance between sexy and darling. Designers delivered pure passion this season, which managed to translate off the catwalk as well. Recreate the look with these flirty and affordable frocks-each one is decorated with a charming detail (think: lace overlays and satiny finishes).

Photos: (from left) Bottega Veneta, Jenny Packham

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Fashion Union

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Polyester and elastane, $43; fashionunion.com.

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Dorothy Perkins

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Polyester and elastane, $35; dorothyperkins.com.

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H&M

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Polyester, $35; hm.com.

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Warehouse

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Lace, $48; warehouse.com.

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Dorothy Perkins

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Polyester, $44; dorothyperkins.com.

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Rewind to Retro

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Classics are always exciting to revisit-these tailored but sometimes casual pieces have a streak of eroticism that make them exciting to wear. Lamé tops, tweed separates and extra-wide pinstripes add drama to your day and will seamlessly carry you into the evening. Slip one on and see where the night takes you.

Photos: (from left) Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs

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Mango

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Polyester, $45; mango.com.

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H&M

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Rayon, spandex, and polyester, $25; hm.com.

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River Island

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Viscose, $50; riverisland.com.

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Topshop

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Acrylic, polyester, and viscose, $15; topshop.com.

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Mossimo® for Target

Cotton and polyester, $35; target.com.

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Follow the Belle Curve

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There’s something so empowering about spotlighting the womanly figure. One of fall's biggest trends does just that, showcasing strong silhouettes that accentuate the female form. We rounded up affordable form-fitting pieces that naturally mold to your every bend, from a peplum top with sculptural lines to an easy-to-wear shift with black curved panels.

Photos: (from left) Balenciaga, Victoria Beckham

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Fashion Union

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Viscose and elastane, $34; fashionunion.com.

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H&M

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Polyester, cotton and rayon, $50; hm.com.

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Miss Selfridge

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Polyester and cotton, $44; missselfridge.com.

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River Island

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Polyester and elastane, $50; riverisland.com.

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Mossimo

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Polyester, rayon and spandex, $30; target.com.

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