13 Fashion Week-Inspired Picks for Under $250
Pay homage to the shows with these affordable alternatives!
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Markus Lupfer Embellished Cotton-Jersey Sweatshirt - It’s no secret that, like fashionistas everywhere, you live for the beautiful presentations at New York Fashion Week. But your wallet? Not so much. To help you stay fashionably — and financially — savvy, we’ve rounded up some of the stand-out items from designers like Alexander Wang and Zac Posen and found affordable alternatives. By Patrice Peck Take a note from Naeem Khan’s dazzling designs by adding an embellished jersey to your wardrobe. We spotted a few at Topshop and H&M. (Photos from left: MARKUS LUPFER, Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week)
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Simone Strapless Peplum Jumpsuit - An architectural shape? Check. A vibrant hue of red? Check. Just like Zac Posen’s showing this Fashion Week, this strapless jumpsuit from BCBG proves that bright items can be just as sophisticated as their darker counterparts. (Photos from left: BCBG, Peter Michael Dills/Getty Images)
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Nasty Gal Rain Check Trench - The fact that fashion-forward designer Derek Lam included a reinterpreted camel trench coat in his show proves just how timeless the classic outerwear truly is. And how chic would this Nasty Gal number look paired with a clean, white blouse, your favorite cigarette jeans and a colorful beret? Very.
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BlueBella Eva Lace Bodysuit - Zimmerman’s Fashion Week show was full of flirty and feminine pieces, like this fun baby blue ruffled bodysuit. This frisky sheer lace BlueBella bodysuit is a sexy alternative. (Photos from Left: Fernanda Calfat/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, Bluebella)
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ModCloth The Music Scene Dress - Spanish clothing line Desigual has never been one for demure prints and its New York Fashion Week show was no exception. Another collection clearly inspired by the '60s, Desigual's trippy presentation was very Woodstock-esque. So, there's no doubt that this retro checkerboard dress we found is a perfect alternative. (Photos from Left: ModCloth, Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz)
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Ali Ro Geo-Print A-Line Dress - This far-out frock oozes psychedelic '70s style just like this groovy marble dress from Dom Streater’s show. (Photos from left: ALI RO, Courtesy of Dom Streater)
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River Island Dark Red Floral-Print Sleeveless Tunic - Cheery florals and other prints graced the runway at Trina Turk’s show. If you can’t wait until the spring to wear your floral pieces, then invest in darker versions of the botanic pattern. Exhibit A: this right here. (Photos from Left: River Island, Fernanda Calfat/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week)
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See You Monday Crochet Kimono - Judging from Nicholas K’s fringe-filled show, the festival-favorite trend isn’t going anywhere just yet. This Pacific Sun fringe-trimmed kimono calls for bohemian layering and thigh-high leather boots. (Photos from Left: Pacific Sun, Fernanda Calfat/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz)
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Nasty Gal Borderline Skirt - The crop top is another trending piece that survived the seasonal chopping block. DKNY dedicated a lot of runway time to the belly-baring tops, matching them with midi A-line skirts. This stunning mesh number paired with a navy crop top turtleneck will look fresh off the runway! (Photo: Nasty Gal, Edward James/WireImage)
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Topshop Pleated Mini Dress - Always attended by fashion’s favorite celebrities, Alexander Wang’s show was filled with sporty pleated skirts and tons of athletic inspiration. This Topshop mini is totally in line with Wang’s vision. (Photos from Left: Topshop, Catwalking/Getty Images)
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