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theSkimm

February 4, 2026

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Just Wear This

Great style has nothing to do with how much money you spend — and these expensive-looking, secretly affordable pieces prove it.

The Boots

 
 
Nordstrom Darian Water-Resistant Chelsea Boot

Nordstrom Darian Water-Resistant Chelsea Boot

These classic booties are also water-resistant (though you’d never know it by looking at them).

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Wear them with…

The Boots outfit

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The Jacket

 
 
Bernardo Archer Faux-Leather Bomber

Bernardo Archer Faux-Leather Bomber

Keep the cropped moto jacket in 2016. This style is much more current.

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Wear it with…

The Jacket outfit

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The Earrings

 
 
Ana Luisa Ash Double Hoop Earrings

Ana Luisa Ash Double Hoop Earrings

Two earrings for the price of one? That’s how you shop smart.

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The Statement Sweater outfit

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The Bag

 
 
Quince Italian Leather Double Strap Shoulder Bag

Quince Italian Leather Double Strap Shoulder Bag

We’ve seen this exact style for triple the price from other designers.

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The Bag outfit

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The Sweater

 
 
Oak + Fort Asymmetrical Sweater with Cuffed Sleeve

Oak + Fort Asymmetrical Sweater with Cuffed Sleeve

There’s something about an asymmetrical, perfectly draped sweater that just makes you look rich.

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Wear it with...

The Tie-Waist Sweater outfit

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The Top

 
 
Maeve Hardware Wrap Top

Maeve Hardware Wrap Top

Pair it with the matching pants (also under $100) for a low-effort, high-reward outfit.

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