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Fashion on a Budget: A Brand New Outfit for $30

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Emory chapter.

While reading your favorite fashion blogs and perusing Pinterest, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and discouraged by all of the expensive designer clothing. After all, summer job money can only go so far! There’s a perception that great style can only happen through great financial expense, but it’s not true. By taking advantage of sales, consignment stores, thrift stores, and special deals, you can make trendy outfits for less money. Read on to see some outfits that cost around $30!

Ensemble 1:

Dress with Bell Sleeves: Zara                                      $12.99

Buckled Faux Leather Sandal: Forever 21                   $11.99

Rebel Metal Choker Necklace: Wet Seal                      $4.99

Total Outfit Cost:                                                         $29.97

Ensemble 2:

Women’s Mid Rise Jegging – Mossimo: Target                  $16.79

Metallic Strap Slides: Forever 21                                           $8.99

 

Relaxed Raglan-Sleeve Top                                                    $6.00

Total Outfit Cost:                                                                $31.78

Ensemble 3:

Zip Front Flared Mini Skirt: Wet Seal                                    $12.99

 

Jersey Shirt: H&M                                                                    $7.99

Espadrilles: H&M                                                                     $7.00

Total Outfit Cost:                                                                  $27.98

As these outfits show, there are plenty of different ways you can stay trendy on the cheaper side! (Who knew you could get such cute shoes for only $7??) Whatever category your personal style falls under, it’s still possible to shop without breaking the bank.

Her Campus at Emory University