Brightly colored handbags, metallic sandals, mod prints - what's not to love about the new fashions? Try them all (not at the same time, please!) without hurting your credit score with this roundup of the hottest spring and summer looks - at fabulously low prices.
1. Bright Colors
Banana Republic
There are no shy violets in this season's vibrant color palette. From dresses to handbags, make a statement in bold, traffic-stopping yellows, oranges, greens and purples.
Get this Look: Green Silk Dress, $150, Banana Republic
2. Bold Patterns
Target.com
This season, it's hip to be square - or polka dotted, for that matter. Bold prints and geometric shapes are on everything from scarves to shoes and handbags this season, which means you won't have to spend a lot of money to update your wardrobe. Be warned: as with all good things in life, moderation is key when it comes to this bold trend.
Get this Look: Brown Animal Tote, $12.99, Target
3. Flat Sandals
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Flats and the strappy sandal unite to create one of the biggest must-haves of the spring/summer season. From gladiator styles to thongs and t-straps, natural materials to metallics, step out in style with the latest in designer looks - without the designer price tags, of course.
Get this Look: Athena Gladiator Sandal, $24, Pricegrabber
4. Ruffles
Gap
From skirts to handbags, delicate, feminine ruffles are a must-have this season. You'll find them in sheer fabrics and adorning metallic satchels, so your only problem may be restraining yourself at the mall. It's a cinch to find budget versions of the ruffled look, so don't even think about splurging here - we're not sure how long this trend will stick around.
Get this Look: Cropped Ruffle Cardigan, $49.50, Gap
5. Belted Tops
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The belted look is a serious fashion contender this spring and summer. From safari jackets to cropped blazers and trenches, cinching at the waist is key no matter what style top you wear. The classic trench gets a trendy spring makeover with metallic fabrics and bright colors, and three-quarter sleeves update cropped blazers. Sure, you can splurge on this hot look, but with so many bargain styles available, why would you?
Get this Look: City Trench Coat, $35, Target
