Update Your Fall Wardrobe For Under $500

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With economic concerns looming around every corner these days, it’s understandable that one of the last things on your mind this fall is your wardrobe and how to spiff it up with pricey designer pieces. You still want to be on top of the trends, but you needn’t despair because it’s possible to update your fall wardrobe for under $500. We’ll show you how you can put together swish ensembles without having to max out your
credit card.

So, have a browse through our top picks for fall style on a budget and learn how the addition of a few versatile pieces to your closet will help you look stylish and put together for fall and beyond.

Here’s how to can update your fall wardrobe for under $500.

Gap The Cord Blazer - Gap.comGap The Cord Blazer

With designers everywhere looking to the ‘70s for inspiration this season, corduroy is making a huge comeback. And while it makes a great stand in for jeans, corduroy is also a material that works equally well in coats and blazers. Thankfully, it’s usually sanely priced, making it one trend for fall that’s easy to get in on without wreaking havoc on your bank account. For a cool, collegiate American style, try this cord blazer from Gap to update your fall wardrobe for under $500. Made of high quality woven cotton, it will keep you feeling toasty on nippy days. It’s also surprisingly versatile, pairing well with jeans, cotton pants and even dress pants. Add some sneakers to dress this piece down or pair it with dress boots or shoes for a more polished look.

Price: $88 at Gap.com

Hugo Boss Orodos - Credit: PiperLime.comHugo Boss Orodos

Fusing the best of two worlds, these lace-up sneakers from Hugo Boss are stylish as well as functional, and they are a great way to update your fall wardrobe for under $500. With a vulcanized rubber sole, these shoes make it easy to navigate urban jungles. Style-wise, calfskin leather detailing give these shoes a lux edge that can take them from day to night, while the addition of a suede and sports fabric upper gives this footwear a cool, downtown vibe. You’ll wear them until they fall off your feet with everything from jeans to slim-cut dress pants, so at $125 these shoes are a great deal.

Price: $125 at PiperLime.com

American Eagle Outfitters Low-Rise Boot Jean - Credit: AE.comAmerican Eagle Outfitters Low-Rise Boot Jean

Get that uber-cool, lived-in designer jeans look minus the designer price tag with these low-rise boot-cut jeans from American Eagle Outfitters. The deconstructed detailing gives these jeans a rugged feel, while the super dark rinse makes them classic enough to wear with everything from a crisp dress shirt and some sleek leather loafers to your favorite worn-out tee with sneakers.

Price: $49.50 at AE.com

Banana Republic Heritage Suede Military Cap - Credit: BananaRepublic.comBanana Republic Heritage Suede Military Cap

One of the quickest routes to updating your look for the new season is by purchasing a few trendy accessories. This cap from Banana Republic gives a nod the military theme that has been so popular with fashion houses as of late, but it comes in a deep chocolate hue that updates it for fall and makes it an absolute must-have. Remarkably easy to wear, use this suede headpiece to funk up a variety of fall ensembles. For example, try it with one of fall’s chunky knit sweaters or pair it with a lux cashmere scarf, a blazer and some sneakers for an effortlessly cool urban look.

Price: $69 at BananaRepublic.com

Cheap Monday Bjarne Cardigan

Still going strong this fall is the grandpa-style cardigan. This cotton version from hip Swedish label Cheap Monday is more fitted than something your grandfather would have worn, but it’s still relaxed enough to hide any trouble spots and ensure you feel comfortable instead of constricted. The V-neck is great too for helping you create the illusion of a perfect shape. Orange stitching on the buttons adds unexpected interest to this piece, but it’s still basic enough to wear under any blazer or over any shirt you fancy. The sweater’s silvery, grayish beige color is also a perfect complement to the lighter tones from Hugo Boss’ taupe sneakers.

Price: $75 at Tobi.com

Kashmere Scarf - Credit: Bluefly.comKashmere Scarf

Tie your whole look together by adding one additional accessory like this scarf from Kashmere. Reversible, with an icy blue hue on one side and a rich brown shade on the other, this scarf will match the earth tones of your Banana Republic cap while also picking up on the paler shades in your look. Of course, because it’s made from cashmere, you’ll be wearing this scarf for years to come so it’s worth paying more for this luxurious piece. Fortunately, you can buy it at Bluefly, an online designer discount site, for a fraction of what you would expect to pay for a similar item in a retail store.

Price: $59.99 at
Bluefly.com

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In spite of skyrocketing prices everywhere, you can breathe a sigh of relief because it’s possible to be stylish on practically any budget this autumn. All you need are a few key pieces that you can mix and match with versatile accessories and you’re in business. In fact, the total cost of this fashionable fall get up comes in at under $470, which still leaves you enough cash for a bottle of your favorite whisky to celebrate your savvy shopping skills.
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