I don’t know about you, but I’m tired of wearing the same old house clothes I’ve had on for more than a year now. Time for a closet upgrade but don’t want to break the bank? Look no further than this roundup of the best clothing items on Amazon for under $50 right now. I definitely focused on easy-to-wear, versatile pieces, but there are a few fancier options thrown in should you have baby or bridal showers, weddings or cocktail parties to attend!
The problem with stylish clothes is that they’re sometimes uncomfortable, but I’m definitely not one to sacrifice style for comfort, so you’ll find these clothing picks to be endlessly wearable. Another box I ticked was that they had to be flattering, especially if they look great on lots of body types. Features such as fabrics that incorporate stretch and adjustable waists guarantee a custom fit without spending money on a tailor! If you want to update your closet without spending all your cash, check out these budget-friendly picks to spruce up your wardrobe.
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These Joggers are My Favorite Piece of Clothing
I purchased these joggers on a whim after seeing them on another Amazon clothing roundup and I couldn’t be happier that I did. They are unbelievably soft, hit at just the right spot on my ankle and the ruched waist never digs in to create a muffin top. Oh, and they wash like a dream! Never taking these off.
This Tee Shirt Dress Is Anything But Basic
Everyone needs a tee shirt dress in their closet, especially when it’s as flattering as this one! It comes in a ton of colors and has ruching on the sides to hide any tummy bulges. Reviewers also loved that it’s a heavier material and lined so it won’t show all the bumps and lumps.
This Tiered Sundress Is Beyond Cute
How adorable is this tiered sundress? It can go from beach to brunch effortlessly so you’ll be reaching for it constantly. It gets great reviews for the stretchy fabric that isn’t see-through and makes this dress fit like a glove! I’ve now convinced myself I need this dress – in my cart it goes.
This Midi Sundress Has Pockets!
This midi sundress is the one you’re going to want all summer long – it has pockets, for one, which is amazing. It comes in 15 colors and patterns including stripes, tropical, and solids. It’s also got nearly 4,000 stellar reviews for garnering tons of compliments because it looks amazing on everybody.
This Tie Top is So Cozy
This cozy top with a flattering tie at the waist is just the thing you want to throw on at the end of a long day and all weekend long. It comes in 35(!) colors and patterns and in short or long sleeves so you can wear it all year round. Nearly 12,000 reviews sing its praises for being good quality and the comfiest thing around.
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This Plus Sized Off Shoulder Dress is So Elegant
The scalloped pattern at the bottom of this off-the-shoulder dress is so incredibly pretty. This romantic dress comes in plus sizes, and it’s stretchy so you get just the right fit. In 15 colors, all of them too gorgeous for words.
This Jumpsuit is So Easy to Wear
I love one-piece dressing, and that’s exactly what you’ll get with this beyond comfy jumpsuit. It’s got over 4,000 ratings for being a “socially acceptable daytime onesie”, it’s a total outfit-maker with absolutely no effort required! Just throw on a statement necklace and sandals and you’ve got the perfect warm-weather look.
This Jean Jacket is a Wardrobe Staple
This boyfriend jean jacket is a must-have in any capsule wardrobe or any wardrobe in fact! It goes with anything from jeans to frilly dresses and always looks right! This one comes in three jean colors and a few other pretty colors that you can match with anything.
This Romper is So Sweet
I’m in love with this frilly, feminine romper! The ruffles on the shorts area are so flirty and fun, and the tie at the waist flatters your midsection. It’s also available in nine patterns, from floral to polka dot. Just add strappy sandals and head out for some mimosas!
This Ruffled Skirt is an Outfit-Maker
Available in 28 patterns and colors, this ruffled skirt is a statement piece that totally makes the outfit. Just add a simple tee and sandals, and you’re ready for anything! It has an elasticized waist with a drawstring, so you’ll get a custom fit easily.
This Cropped Tee Goes With Everything
This adorable cropped tee works with anything, from flowy pants to high waist jeans to ruffly skirts! It comes in a shocking 46 colors and patterns, from mild to wild, so you can buy a bunch and make them part of your daily uniform. Reviewers love that even the white isn’t see-through, so you can feel free to wear it without a tank top or something else underneath.
This Lace Tank is Amazingly Pretty
This lace tank is one of the most versatile tops you can own – it can go under blazers for a work look, or with jeans for hanging out with friends, or with a skirt for date night. I love that it’s flowy and blousy, but the minute you tuck it in, instant waist definition. Reviewers love this super-cute pick since it’s lightweight but also extremely well made.
This Caftan is 70s California Cool
This slinky caftan will make you feel like a glam 70s housewife hosting daytime cocktail parties. Wear to anything from pool parties to dinner parties, just add some statement bracelets or earrings and shine like the diamond you are. It’s airy and drapey and oh-so-flattering and comes in a bunch of colors and patterns so you can basically live in this until the snow falls.
This Midi Skirt is Simply Stylish
So easy to throw on and go, this elastic-waist midi skirt is fancy and elegant while being extremely wearable. Paired with anything from sandals to cowboy boots, this mid-length skirt will show off your fabulous choice of footwear. Easily dressed up or down, this might be the unicorn of your closet.
These Flowy Shorts are a Definite Do
Summer’s answer to the soft pants we lived in all fall and winter, these flowy shorts are so flattering and more importantly, comfortable. They’re admittedly casual, but you can dress them up with a pretty top and high-heeled sandals. As for me, I’ll be living in these, along with tees and tanks for the three short months of summer we get here in New England.
This Plus Size Wrap Dress is So Flattering
Baby showers, bridal showers, brunch – pretty much any daytime event you’ve got planned, this is the plus-sized wrap dress of your dreams. It flatters lots of body shapes thanks to the spandex incorporated into the fabric and comes in a bunch of floral patterns. The user pics of this dress are just gorgeous!
This Polka Dot Dress is A Year Round Fave
You’ll be reaching for this pretty polka dot dress all year round, thanks to the flattering cut and gorgeous drape. It’s made from super soft fabric that won’t cling where you don’t want it to. And did I mention the pockets?! It also comes in other patterns like florals and is available in a short-sleeved version.
This Airy Maxi Dress is So Easy
When it’s hotter than Hades out there, the last thing you want is clingy clothing making you sweat even more. On those scorching days, reach for this airy maxi dress that won’t constrict you in any way. It can even transition into cooler weather if you add a jean jacket and tall boots!
This is the Dress You’ll Wear for Every Summer Wedding
If you’ve gotten a lot of invitations for upcoming summer weddings, have I got the dress for you. It’s flowy and flattering but polished enough to wear to anything from bridal showers to rehearsal dinners to the big day itself. It comes in a bunch of macaron-inspired shades, plus black and navy and the waist is elastic to add shape.
This Maxi Tee Shirt Dress Will Soon be Your Favorite
I have and love this short-sleeved maxi tee shirt dress and I find myself throwing it on nearly on the daily since it’s so easy to wear. It comes in 33 colors and patterns, so you could technically just buy seven and wear a different one every day of the week. Which, come to think of it, sounds like a genius idea. Don’t just take my word for it – it’s got over 22,000 stellar reviews!
This Babydoll Dress is Flirty and Fun
If you’re looking for the perfect little dress that can go from the beach to shopping to dinner if you dress it up, try this babydoll dress that’s so stinkin’ cute. The mini flutter sleeves are so girly and really take this dress to the next level. I also love the flowy-tiered design for maximum figure flattery.
This Tie-Waist Dress Flatters Your Waist
This tie-waist dress couldn’t be simpler but looks so right for so many occasions. Since the waist is adjustable, you get a custom fit and great definition there so it’ll never look like you’re wearing a shapeless tunic. So easy to throw on and go, you’ll get so much mileage out of this little number.
This Mini Dress Is Perfect For Vacations
Just the dress to keep you looking and feeling cool on vacation, this breezy mini dress is fancy enough for pulling day-to-night duty. While the plunging neckline might not be for everyone, it is a great way to show off your figure! Or you could easily wear a cami underneath for more modesty. Either way, you’re going to look smokin’ hot!
Your New Favorite Wedding Guest Dress
Whether you’re attending a swanky nighttime wedding or a swanky cocktail or a black-tie party, you’ll never go wrong in this fancy maxi dress. The drapey style is so elegant and looks amazing on everyone. It comes in 14 colors including white, so you can even wear it if you’re the bride!
This Tiered Mini Dress
This tiered mini dress can also be worn as a tunic to double your wearing opportunities! Reviewers report it’s well made as well as being shockingly comfortable. It comes in 12 colors and patterns, all of which work as great transitional dresses to fall, too!
This Tank and Short Set is Iconic
Matching sets are so in right now, and this tank and short set might be at the top of my must-buy list. Sure, you can sleep in it (it’s that comfy) but you could also wear it on a casual day out at the beach. It comes in a few styles ranging from sweet to sexy, in 33 color combos that are so cute it’ll be hard to pick just one. At under $20, you won’t have to!
This Ruffle Top Is Magical
Need a nice top for special occasions or sweet date nights? This ruffly beauty is magical, like a fairy princess confection! It comes in six pastels plus white and black to suit any style. If you’re looking for a statement-maker, this blouse is sure to get you noticed, in a good way!
These Ripped Jeggings are a Go-To
Oh, Gen Z canceled skinny jeans and side parts? Too bad! According to me, they’ll always be in style. These denim jeggings are no exception – incredibly comfortable thanks to the soft fabric and elastic waist, and just edgy enough with subtle rips and distressing to make them looked lived in.
This Sweatsuit Gets Such High Marks
How adorbs is this sweatsuit? The reviewer in the photo liked it so much, every lady in the family bought a set! Available in 44 colors and patterns, you’ll find your fave easily. It gets high marks (over 4,000 of them) for being the comfiest thing around.
These Bike Shorts are So Useful
I have a pair of these bike shorts for spinning – I like that they’re available in longer lengths to prevent thigh chafing. I also have a pair of the shorter ones for wearing under skirts and short dresses while chasing after my kiddos. My favorite part is the phone pocket; it makes them so convenient!
This Sports Bra is Just Pretty
I love when sports bras look great along with being functional because a lot of my workout shirts seem to reveal at least some of my bra. This strappy one is so pretty, you could wear it with an open-back tank to yoga or pilates, then head straight out to meet a friend or run errands. It says it’s high-impact, but for those of us with larger busts, it’s probably best for gentle activities.
These Work Pants are So Chic
These work pants couldn’t be easier to wear – the elastic waist and pull-on style make them as easy to wear as leggings. The black and white grid pattern looks so fresh and fun, but also totally profesh. You can also wear them with sneakers on the weekends to look put together while still being so comfy.
This Flowy Blouse Makes You Look Like A Million Bucks
This flowy blouse with a tie and wide sleeves looks like you put a ton of effort into your outfit, but in reality, it was simple to throw on! It comes in nine pretty colors and has nearly 6,000 great reviews for style and quality. Reviewers say it runs a little big, so feel free to size down if you like a more fitted look.
Dress These Tie Pants Up or Down
These cute tie pants might be the holy grail of versatile pants you can dress up or down. They’d definitely look great at work, but you could wear them on the weekends if you wanted to look put together. These have over 10,000 rave reviews for great quality and perfect fit!
These High Waisted Jean Shorts Have Over 6k Ratings
These supremely popular high-waisted jean shorts have thousands of stellar reviews for a reason – they stylish, high quality and so easy to wear. The stretchy material creates the perfect fit, and the length is just right. Reviewers also love how they stand up to washing over time, no pilling or fading!
This Fancy Sleeved Top is a Stunner
If you want to find that perfect mix between stylish and comfortable, look no further than this fancy sleeved top. It comes in lace or clipped dot sleeves to add that extra oomph and polish to your outfit. The body is a knit fabric, so it’ll drape beautifully as well as be comfortable to wear.
This Swimsuit Flatters All
This cute two-piece swimsuit is highly flattering for a few reasons: first, the ruffle top defines or enhances your chest whether you’re busty or not, and the high-waisted bottoms create a lean look. It comes in a ton of colors and patterns, too! Lots of body shapes are represented in the review pics, and this suit seriously looks great on everyone!