How to Style Affordable Spring Clothing Like a Fashion Editor
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We're not proponents of impulse shopping, but it's hard to beat the thrill of an affordable fashion find — we're all familiar with the mood-boosting ability that a cute under-$30 top possesses. An even better feeling is when someone mistakes an affordable piece for one that would cost a heck of a lot more, and one of the ways fashion editors achieve such a reaction is with clever styling.
Take, for example, all the cute clothing from the latest POPSUGAR at Kohl's drop. Every piece is delightfully on trend for Spring, thoughtfully designed, and costs $70 or less (in fact, most pieces are under $50!). Though the newest pieces officially hit stores on April 8, in anticipation, I asked my superstylish coworkers to pick their favorite pieces from the collection and share their pro advice on how to style said picks for Spring.
Whether you're in the market for a new dress, fun top, utilitarian jumpsuit, or colorful pair of jeans, these fashion-editor-approved tips will give you something to think about as you map out your wish list.
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POPSUGAR Knot Front Camp Shirt
"I'll be wearing this camp shirt tied up with swingy, colored denim and white boots. To play up the retro feel, I'll add in quirky cat-eye glasses." — Sarah Wasilak, editor, Fashion
POPSUGAR Knot Front Camp Shirt ($33, originally $44)
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POPSUGAR High-Waisted Kick Flare Jeans
"I'm so excited about pastel denim this season, and these crop flares are perfect for pairing with a white tee and blue denim jacket. I can dress this look up with heeled sandals for work or sneakers on the weekends." — Krista Jones, assistant editor, Shop
POPSUGAR High-Waisted Kick Flare Jeans ($37, originally $50)
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POPSUGAR Utility Jumpsuit
"This lightweight, soft jumpsuit will be my go-to look with sneakers and slides on the weekends. At the office, I'll pair it with ivory mules and a structured bucket bag." — Dana Avidan Cohn, executive style director
POPSUGAR Utility Jumpsuit ($51, originally $68)
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POPSUGAR Puff-Sleeve Button-Down Top
"I live for a top that's both tailored and feminine. This puffy-sleeve version will be my warm-weather go-to with everything from high-rise denim to midi skirts. For a sleek offset, count on me rotating through an assortment of kitten-heels and geometric bags." – Laura Lajiness, senior editor, Fashion
POPSUGAR Puff-Sleeve Button-Down Top ($33, originally $44)
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POPSUGAR Midi Skirt
"I'm planning to pair this playful skirt with my ultimate essential: a black t-shirt. For a date, a cropped jacket and black knee-high boots will complete the look, and on weekends I'll reach for sleek white sneakers." – India Yaffe, editorial assistant, Shop
POPSUGAR Midi Skirt ($37, originally $50)
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POPSUGAR Denim Cropped Jacket
"I'm planning to style this cropped jacket with a ribbed white tee and high-waisted jeans. To add some height, I'll finish my look off with a pair of mules." – Nikita Ramsinghani, associate editor, Fashion
POPSUGAR Denim Cropped Jacket ($48, originally $64)
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POPSUGAR Square Neck Cami
"I'll make this classic striped cami office-appropriate by layering a crisp white button-down beneath it. On the weekends, I'll throw it on with boyfriend jeans for brunch. It's so versatile!" – Macy Williams, editor, Shop
POPSUGAR Square Neck Cami ($27, originally $36)
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POPSUGAR Utility Jumpsuit
"I love a good boiler suit. This one is my no-fuss, rain-or-shine, one-piece-wonder. I'll style it with chunky dad sneakers on weekends and dress it up with mules or sandals when we get some real Spring weather." — Hannah Weil McKinley, director, Fashion & Shop
POPSUGAR Utility Jumpsuit ($51, originally $68)
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