As a shopping editor who’s always on a limited budget, I’m adept at identifying expensive-looking items when researching my ‘Who What Wear’ stories each week. During my recent Spring 2026 deep dive, I found a fabulous collection of finds that deserve your immediate attention from Zara, Nordstrom, and H&M. I kept everything under $150, but from the looks of them, you’d never think that.
Ahead, you can check out and shop 27 affordable spring fashions that are guaranteed to be on repeat in your wardrobe for the next few months and beyond. Think great jeans, lace-trimmed pieces, different flip-flop sandal styles, effortless dresses, designer-looking bags and more. Keep scrolling to get your favorites asap. No one will guess that your budget is on a budget with this attractive apparel.
Shop Expensive-Looking Zara, Nordstrom, and H&M Finds
Levi’s
faux leather moto jacket
Endless styling possibilities.
le specs
Duskfall 55mm Oval Sunglasses
Cool sunglasses can’t hurt.
Levi’s
501 ’90s Straight Leg Jeans
Nothing like a classic Levi’s.
H&M
Kitten-Heel Slingback
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Belted Trench Coat Zw Collection
This ditch gives off major “rich” vibes.
astr label
Blossom Lace Trim Midi Skirt
Mango
Funnel Neck Belted Trench Coat
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Tori Kitten Heel Sandal
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Satin Effect Lace Pajama Shorts
Lace shorts are also having a moment.
JW PEI
Noor Top Handle Bag
The price tag made me do a double take.
Have you been noticing the lace trend yet?
These black flared pants match perfectly with the above top.
More fabulous flip-flop sandals.
Great for running errands on beach days.
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TRF High Waist Wide Leg Full Length Jeans
Comfortable jeans look good right now.
Mango
Kitten Heel Slingback Sandal
Pair with everything from jeans to dresses.
H&M
Lace-Trimmed Satin Slip Dress
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mini flare linen pants
This bag also comes in brown colour.
H&M
collarless scuba blazer
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Braided Metallic Slingback Ballet Flats
H&M
plus size tunic dress