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If there’s anything the last six months have taught our team of Skimm Shopping editors, it’s that Walmart truly is where it’s at. The big-box retailer has majorly zhuzhed up its clothing section, and this season’s collection might be its best yet. Here are 19 of the best pieces to buy right now to take you into fall and winter.
A riff on a Coach bag…
This Free Assembly bag has an elongated shape and kisslock detailing that reminds us of Coach, but it’s only $32. It’s the perfect in-between-sized bag for when you want to fit a lot of essentials on the go, without carrying a heavy tote. Pick from four versatile colors.
A sweatshirt you can wear to the office…
Because this scuba top has rhinestone embellishments along the neckline, you can wear it to the office and still look put-together. It’s ideal for those days when you feel like wearing a sweatshirt but need to get fully dressed for work.
A suede jacket that won’t break the bank…
Yes, this jacket’s outer layer is made from 100% suede, which is hard to find for under $100. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly option for fall, we’d definitely go for this (even though it’s lined with polyester). It comes in both black and brown, and the cropped silhouette means it’ll pair nicely with high-waisted pants.
A sweater dress in this season’s “it” color…
Moss is all the rage this fall, and you don’t have to spend a ton to test out the trend. This sweater dress has a mockneck and chic pleating, and it’s a great throw-on piece for the transitional months when it warms up by 3 pm. Wear it on its own or with a blazer on top.
Some cargo pants you can dress up or down…
Looks like the cargo pant trend is here to stay. That said, if you’re unsure whether it’s for you, go for this affordable Scoop pair. The olive shade looks expensive, and they have two statement pockets on either side.
A fleece top with lantern sleeves…
Consider this somewhere between a sweatshirt tee and a blouse. The fleece lining will provide some extra warmth when the weather cools down, and the puffed sleeves will make it feel like a more substantial top. It comes in all three primary colors.
A cotton voile top that looks like Dôen…
While we’ve spoken extensively about Walmart’s takes on Hill House Home, we’re here to report that they’re now taking on Dôen, too. This voile top has fluttery sleeves, button details, and gathered shoulders that remind us of the brand’s cult-favorite blouses at a fraction of the cost.
A cozy sweater that doesn’t look $15…
At a glance, you’d think this sweater came from La Ligne or J.Crew. It comes in seven wearable shades and has additional detailing at the shoulders that makes it look expensive. Wear it with a white tee underneath to lean into the layering trend that’s still going strong.
Some chic barrel jeans…
These barrel jeans come in three washes, but we’re particularly into the lightwash for fall, spring, and summer. They look like they’re broken-in and vintage, and they have 1% spandex for a tiny bit of stretch.
And some cuffed jeans to wear with every kind of shoe…
Wear them with boots, kitten heels, flats, and sneakers. There’s no shoe that looks bad with this cuffed, dark wash pair. This style has a 27-inch inseam, so if you’re petite you don’t have to worry about getting them hemmed, and if you’re on the taller side, they’ll be stylishly cropped.
An early 2010s style that’s making a comeback…
The internet’s favorite army jacket is back and better than ever, so for those looking to bring out their inner 2013 Alexa Chung (IYKYK), go for this embellished shacket. It’s made of 100% cotton and has tiny beaded flowers throughout. Don’t forget to pair it with the matching pants.
A $30 going out bag…
This dumpling bag might be one of the cutest internet finds of the month. It’s spacious for a night out, has longer chain shoulder straps (which makes it more comfortable to wear), and is made of faux suede.
A canvas tote that looks like a Birkin…
The Wirkin is still pulling through for us, and this one is somewhere between a Birkin and an L.L.Bean Boat and Tote. It’s made of cotton canvas and has a smaller silhouette, making it ideal for weekend errands where you might want to carry more.
A modern take on a paisley dress…
Consider this paisley print the cool younger sister of Vera Bradley. Keep it simple and style it with loafers and a matching brown bag.
A basic striped tee…
A long-sleeve striped tee is a staple in our editors’ wardrobes. This one from Scenario is made of a blend of cotton and modal and has a slightly baggy fit. It goes to show you can find a quality striped tee just about anywhere, and no one will know how much you spent.
Some heeled mules that look designer…
The Row? Is that you? These pointed mules give quiet luxury energy. Because these are a more unique silhouette, we’d go with the black pair to keep styling simple. They’re a little over 3 inches and have foam cushioning, too.
Grommet ballet flats for every situation…
Wear them on the weekends, to work, or on nights out when you don’t want to wear heels. The grommet-covered design makes them more dressed-up than a regular pair of basic flats and feel fresh.
Some sneakerinas we’re loving for commutes…
These scrunch sneakers are low profile and compact, which means you can either get away with wearing them to the office or throw them in your bag once you get to work. We’re particularly into the baby pink and chocolate brown shades for this season, and they’ll look good with denim, too.
No-frills block heels…
We’re Dream Pairs loyalists in this household. Walmart carries tons of styles from the affordable brand, and we’re into this style for comfortable, block pumps. They’re solid for just about any event, and they pull through in the moments when you do have to wear heels to work.