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Update Your Fall Wardrobe For Under $500

With economic concerns looming around every corner these days, it’s understandable that one of the last things on your mind this fall is your wardrobe and how to spiff it up with pricey designer pieces.

You still want to be on top of the trends, but you needn’t despair because it’s possible to update your fall wardrobe for under $500. We’ll show you how you can put together swish ensembles without having to max out your credit card.

Here’s how to can update your fall wardrobe for under $500.

Gap The Cord Blazer
With designers everywhere looking to the ‘70s for inspiration this season, corduroy is making a huge comeback. And while it makes a great stand in for jeans, corduroy is also a material that works equally well in coats and blazers. Thankfully, it’s usually sanely priced, making it one trend for fall that’s easy to get in on without wreaking havoc on your bank account. For a cool, collegiate American style, try this cord blazer from Gap to update your fall wardrobe for under $500. Made of high quality woven cotton, it will keep you feeling toasty on nippy days. It’s also surprisingly versatile, pairing well with jeans, cotton pants and even dress pants. Add some sneakers to dress this piece down or pair it with dress boots or shoes for a more polished look. Price: $88 at Gap.com

Hugo Boss Orodos
Fusing the best of two worlds, these lace-up sneakers from Hugo Boss are stylish as well as functional, and they are a great way to update your fall wardrobe for under $500. With a vulcanized rubber sole, these shoes make it easy to navigate urban jungles. Style-wise, calfskin leather detailing give these shoes a lux edge that can take them from day to night, while the addition of a suede and sports fabric upper gives this footwear a cool, downtown vibe. You’ll wear them until they fall off your feet with everything from jeans to slim-cut dress pants, so at $125 these shoes are a great deal.
Price: $125 at PiperLime.com

American Eagle Outfitters Low-Rise Boot Jean
Get that uber-cool, lived-in designer jeans look minus the designer price tag with these low-rise boot-cut jeans from American Eagle Outfitters. The deconstructed detailing gives these jeans a rugged feel, while the super dark rinse makes them classic enough to wear with everything from a crisp dress shirt and some sleek leather loafers to your favorite worn-out tee with sneakers.
Price: $49.50 at AE.com

Banana Republic Heritage Suede Military Cap
One of the quickest routes to updating your look for the new season is by purchasing a few trendy accessories. This cap from Banana Republic gives a nod the military theme that has been so popular with fashion houses as of late, but it comes in a deep chocolate hue that updates it for fall and makes it an absolute must-have. Remarkably easy to wear, use this suede headpiece to funk up a variety of fall ensembles. For example, try it with one of fall’s chunky knit sweaters or pair it with a lux cashmere scarf, a blazer and some sneakers for an effortlessly cool urban look.
Price: $69 at BananaRepublic.com

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