Fashion

11 Inexpensive Spring Outfit Updates, Because Seasonal Wardrobe Overhauls Can Get Expensive

When sun-drenched spring days arrive each year, it can be tempting to pop into your favorite boutique for a mini shopping spree to celebrate the warm weather with a few new ensembles. However, fair weather spending excursions can get pricey quickly if you're trying to channel every trend plus stock up on some basics as well. For anyone looking to expand their wardrobe without emptying your wallets, here are 11 trendy, classic, and beautiful pieces for all of your spring shindigs. Bonus? Every single one costs less than 50 bucks.

by Tyler Atwood

Spaghetti Strap Printed Dress

This insouciant, printed dress is the perfect piece to throw on for a leisurely Saturday stroll or drinks at your favorite rooftop bar.

RCVA Told Secrets Black Printed Dress, $49.50, lulus.com

Embroidered Sleeve Top

Try Zara’s embroidered-sleeve top for a bit of classic romance in your ensemble.

Zara Top With Guipure Sleeve, $49.90, zara.com

Two-Toned Biker Jacket

It may be humid and hot during the day, but when temperatures dip in the evening, throw this faux-leather biker jacket over your ensemble for polish and warmth.

H&M Biker Jacket, $49.95, hm.com

Contrast Collar Blouse

This gorgeous black and white ASOS blouse is elegant, lightweight, and looks as if it costs a pretty penny.

ASOS Blouse with Contrast Collar and Square Sleeve, $47.64, asos.com

Pale Blue Peasant Top

For those lazy, luxurious days spent on the water this spring, try J. Crew Factory’s rustic pastel peasant blouse.

Textured Dot Peasant Top, $49.50, factory.jcrew.com

Striped Skirt

You’ll look indisputably chic in this wrap-waist, striped Joa skirt.

Joa Two-Fer Striped Skirt, $50, revolveclothing.com

Red Crop Top

For the more daring fashion maven, this printed red crop top is the perfect way to try out a trend and turn some heads — without breaking the bank.

ASTR Blanket Print Eyelet Crop Tank, $48, shop.nordstrom.com

Printed Flip Skirt

This red and black printed skirt will fit right in with the neutrals in your wardrobe while adding a bit of interest.

C. Luce Textured Flip Skirt, $34.50, piperlime.gap.com

Pastel Organza Skirt

This dreamy, pastel organza skirt looks as though it was made for drinks and dancing (or simply indulging in your residual ballerina aspirations).

Jenny Organza Overlay Pastel Midi Skirt, $45, boohoo.com

Watercolor Print Dress

This beautiful watercolor print dress will take you to the office and out for drinks afterwards with its elegant design and pattern.

Tinley Row Dreamtown Dress, $44.97, piperlime.gap.com

Plaid Print Midi Skirt

Plaid isn’t just for fall and winter. This pattern looks equally alluring in the springtime when rendered in soft, pastel colors.

Boohoo Connie Peach Pastel Tartan Midi Skirt, $20, boohoo.com

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