The Best Style Must-Haves under 100 for Trendy Girls on a Budget ...

There's nothing worse than needing a total closet reboot while you're a little cash-strapped, but you'll be fine: you can refresh your wardrobe without breaking the bank. You just need to invest in a few style must-haves, and pay attention to the price tags. Here are this season's trendiest looks, all under $100 each. Which will you wear first?

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1. One Shoulder Top with Ruffle

clothing, sleeve, maroon, blouse, magenta, Hello gorgeous! This one-shoulder top is sizzling in red, and would look gorgeous with black cigarette pants. Not sure about the red? It's okay — it's also available in black or white.
Price: $98 at shop.nordstrom.com

2. Denim Jacket

denim, clothing, jacket, leather, sleeve, This is a wardrobe staple, ideal for wearing with skirts, dresses, shorts, or pants. This slightly fitted jacket's a mid-weight denim, so you can wear it all year long.
Price: $74.50 shop.nordstrom.com

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3. Cotton Shirt Dress

clothing, white, sleeve, blouse, outerwear, This sweet little shirt-dress can be fancied up for work, or paired with sandals and sunnies for a lunch date. Classic, timeless, and so budget-friendly.
Price: $56 at shop.nordstrom.com

4. Free People Acid Wash Jeans

jeans, denim, clothing, pocket, trousers, Acid wash is back, and it's never looked better! The grey wash is hard to find, and these jeans are so super-soft and comfy!
Price: $78 at shop.nordstrom.com

5. Split-Cuff Blazer

clothing, formal wear, outerwear, jacket, tuxedo, I'm not sure if I love the cuffs or cut of this blazer more — the split cuffs are so unique, and the slightly 80s boxy cut is just fab.
Price: $95 at shop.nordstrom.com

6. Ponte Fit & Flare Dress

white, clothing, day dress, sleeve, dress, This is the reverse of the LBD, and it's so, so pretty! Wear it all spring and summer with any color heels you like, the brighter, the better.
Price: $98 at shop.nordstrom.com

7. Denim Pinafore Dress

clothing, sleeve, outerwear, leather, blouse, Overalls are all on-trend, but this dress takes it to a whole new sartorial level. I'd wear it with a lace bralette underneath, and strappy sandals.
Price: $68 at shop.nordstrom.com

8. Denim Mom Shorts

clothing, denim, pocket, abdomen, shorts, These cute shorts will look good with every top you own, and they're so roomy and high-waisted, kinda like mom's, only better.
Price: $52 at shop.nordstrom.com

9. Free People Look of Love Slip

clothing, day dress, sleeve, dress, ruffle, In the early 90s, babydoll slip dresses were on-trend, and this mint green throwback should be in rotation, stat. Pair it with a sunhat or hippie headband for Coachella.
Price: $88 at shop.nordstrom.com

10. Velvet Lace up Sneaker

footwear, brown, shoe, leather, product, You need new sneaks, and this pair will do, for sure! The pale pink velvet is sweet, and they look so comfortable!
Price: $99.95 at shop.nordstrom.com

11. Free People Coraline Tee

clothing, sleeve, pink, t shirt, pocket, This off-the-shoulder, slouchy, soft tee is a must-have this spring and summer, perfect for wearing with a skirt or over a dress. I love it in this color, but it's also available in the palest of blues.
Price: $68 at shop.nordstrom.com

12. Adidas Sweatshirt

clothing, black, sleeve, leather, long sleeved t shirt, Slightly boxy and definitely worth stealing from your BF, this classic black-on-black sweatshirt works for all your weekend laziness.
Price: $70 at shop.nordstrom.com

13. Slit Pencil Skirt

clothing, day dress, dress, sleeve, cocktail dress, This one pencil skirt has limitless wardrobe possibilities, for work or for play. How will you wear it?
Price: $79 at shop.nordstrom.com

14. Denim Mini Skirt

clothing, sleeve, pocket, denim, t shirt, Buy this denim skirt and wear it over your bikini, with a tee or tank for date night, with a graphic tee and Converse for a concert, or with a sheer blouse and blazer for work. Really, it's that versatile; you can wear it all summer long.
Price: $55 at shop.nordstrom.com

15. Epic Year Tee

denim, clothing, blue, sleeve, t shirt, Speaking of graphic tees, we all need a new one this season, and this could be a fave. It's going to be an epic year, right?
Price: $55 at shop.nordstrom.com

16. Moth Print Skater Dress

clothing, coat, sleeve, trench coat, pattern, The skater dress is all grown up and ready for work, with a pretty all-over moth print and a soft grey background. And those sleeves... love!
Price: $90 at shop.nordstrom.com

17. Free People Mint Julep Tee

clothing, sleeve, blouse, denim, pocket, This darling little top is all summer, with its breezy cotton, row of buttons up the front, subtle peplum, and off-the-shoulder sexiness. Wear it with a lacy choker.
Price: $68 at shop.nordstrom.com

18. Polo Dress

pink, clothing, day dress, sleeve, dress, There are so many ways to wear this polo, all of them effortless and still preppy-chic. Add lace-up sneaks and tie a sweater around you neck, or add a belt and ankle boots for a work look.
Price: $98 at shop.nordstrom.com

19. Crest Cigarette Trousers

clothing, pattern, trousers, tights, fashion accessory, I love this colorful (but still subtle) print, and this cut! Wear these with nude heels and a silky top for the office, or a tank and sandals for a day of shopping with mom.
Price: $75 at shop.nordstrom.com

20. Jumpsuit Culottes

clothing, day dress, black, dress, sleeve, Why wear an LBD when you could wear this flow-y culottes jumpsuit instead? Add a sparkly necklace and a sunhat and your summer dressing is done.
Price: $55 at shop.nordstrom.com

21. Cotton Canvas Anorak

clothing, hood, outerwear, denim, sleeve, Whether you're a photographer or not, you can def wear the utility trend, with this adorable (and handy) green coat. Wear it with a pale pink tee underneath.
Price: $69 at shop.nordstrom.com

So that's your new wardrobe; where will you start, and how will you style each piece? Or is there another must-have, budget-friendly piece you've found this season?

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