55 Cheap Basics That Look Expensive & You'll Wear All The Time

According to reviewers, the fabric on this long-sleeve bodysuit “fits like a glove” and “feels like Skims and Free People put together.” Thanks to its plunging sweetheart neckline, sophisticated seamed cups, and thong-bottom design that always stays tucked in, it pairs just as well with your favorite jeans as it does with a silk slip skirt.

• Available sizes: X-Small — X-Large
• Available styles: 9

With their chunky teardrop shape, these statement earrings mimic designer pairs that cost several hundred dollars. Despite their low price tag, however, they’ve earned an average 4.5-star rating from more than 5,000 reviewers because the hypoallergenic gold plating “looks so real” and the hollow interior makes them “lightweight and comfortable.” Get them in your choice of gold, silver, or a combination of the two.

Reviewers wrote that this high-waisted midi skirt “looks more expensive than it is” due to its silky satin fabric that “drapes beautifully” and is “heavy enough, not flimsy or see-through.” Available in solid colors as well as floral patterns, it also has hidden elastic in the waistband for a comfy, custom-like fit without having to fiddle with buttons or zippers.

• Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 30

This oversized tote bag has earned a 4.7-star overall rating on Amazon because it’s both chic and practical. Its interior is extra-roomy with side pockets to hold everything you need for commuting, the gym, or an overnight trip — while the exterior is made from convincing faux leather in your choice of eight shades. It also has two handles and a magnetic closure for comfy carrying and convenience.

Layer your jewelry without hassle thanks to this coordinating necklace set. It comes in various designs with two or three necklaces, each in your choice of yellow or white tones — but they’re all plated in hypoallergenic 14K gold with extender chains. According to reviewers, they “pass for the real thing” and cause “no skin irritation or tarnishing.”

With its sleeveless mock-neck top and wide-leg drawstring pants with pockets, this two-piece loungewear set looks more like a stylish outfit. Dress it down with sneakers for a walk, the airport, or the coffee house, or dress it up with wedged sandals for more elevated occasions. Best of all, the stretchy, light-as-air fabric is so comfortable, reviewers “could sleep in it.”

• Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 17

A modern take on a timeless classic, this button-down blouse is made from 100% cotton with pinstripes in your choice of ample colors. Its thigh length and rounded hem make it great for both tucking into skirts and slacks or wearing loose over jeans. You can also tie it into a crop top or wear it open as a cover-up. No wonder reviewers “love the versatility.”

• Available sizes: X-Small — 3X-Large
• Available styles: 21

Reviewers are “obsessed” with these flare yoga pants and called them “an absolute must-have” and the “best leggings” they’ve ever owned. While the material is stretchy, breathable, and buttery-soft for lounging and working out, their high, wide waist and seamless design make them look polished enough for the office. “When I wore them to work no one could believe they were leggings,” one reviewer wrote.

• Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 8

When it comes to everyday underwear, you don’t have to choose between comfort and style, and these lace panties prove it. Sold in packs of multiple colors, they have a double-layer cotton crotch for skin-friendly coverage, a sheer floral lace back for sexiness, and stretchy scalloped trim along the waist and legs for all-day comfort. “My new go-to underwear,” wrote one reviewer who plans to “replace all [their old pairs] with this.”

• Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 5

There’s something so effortlessly elegant about a boat neck, and this boat-neck T-shirt is a chic yet comfortable way to incorporate the style into your wardrobe. The cotton-modal fabric is super soft, the micro-rib texture moves with you, the three-quarter length sleeves are timeless, and the slim-fit silhouette hits below the hip so you can wear it tucked or loose.

• Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 19

According to reviewers, this tank top is “perfect for both casual outings and dressier occasions” because it has thick straps that conceal your bra, a V-neck that’s “not too low but still stylish,” and lace trim that “adds such an elegant touch.” The material is also soft, silky, and stretchy, making it “extremely comfortable” whether layered or worn alone.

• Available sizes: X-Small — 4X-Large
• Available styles: 20

The newest trend in denim, barrel jeans curve out at the knee for a bold yet wearable silhouette — and according to reviewers, these wide-leg barrel jeans offer designer-level style for a great price. “The best of the barrels,” one reviewer wrote. “I’m so happy to be able to buy into a trend for less than half the cost of the designer brands. What a find!”

• Available sizes: 4 — 18
• Available styles: 13

Thanks to its oversize silhouette, this cap-sleeve top is as comfortable as a tee and as breathable as a tank — all while looking a lot more sophisticated. It’s made from thick jersey that’s comfy, stretchy, soft, opaque, and wrinkle-resistant, but you could easily pair it with a pencil skirt or palazzo pants, and no one would ever know.

• Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 21

These Mary Jane flats come in a massive selection of colors and patterns in your choice of faux suede, patent, and matte-leather finishes. Their square toe and adjustable buckle strap look trendy yet elegant when paired with casual and dressy outfits alike, while the cushioned sole makes them a “soft and comfortable shoe” that “took no time to break in,” according to reviewers.

• Available sizes: 4 — 10.5
• Available styles: 45

“Perfect for glam occasions, and it pairs with so many different tops,” one reviewer wrote about this maxi skirt, which is “flowy, elegant, and comfy.” It’s made from pleated chiffon with a waistband that’s smooth in the front but elasticized in the back, so it stretches for a custom-like fit and you don’t have to fiddle with zippers or buttons.

• Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 13

If you have sensitive ears, these comfortable earrings are a “game-changer,” according to reviewers — not to mention a “great value for the price.” The set includes 12 pairs in all different designs, which secure in place using either flat-back posts or huggie clasps. All of them are made from hypoallergenic stainless steel with a 14K gold plating that shines without causing irritation.

The tightly knit yarn on this sweater vest makes the material look almost like tweed. That, combined with the gold buttons and hip pockets, help it to look and feel way “more expensive than the price,” according to reviewers. It’s also thick enough to wear on its own yet lightweight enough to layer over a T-shirt, long-sleeve bodysuit, or button-down blouse.

• Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 12

With an average 4.5-star rating, this high-neck bodysuit is making waves on Amazon. It fits like a second skin, always stays tucked in, and has a halter-like neckline that lends itself well to any occasion. “Not only does it offer a luxurious feel akin to higher-end brands like Skims, but its affordability and wide range of color options make it a must-have staple in any wardrobe,” one reviewer wrote.

• Available sizes: X-Small — 3X-Large
• Available styles: 15

Want to trade in your skinny denim for some wide-leg pairs, but not sure where to start? These flare jeans have plenty of stretch for a comfy fit, patch pockets for a trendy style, and a cropped silhouette that’s accessible for all different heights. “Favorite jeans EVER,” wrote one reviewer who is “no longer wearing skinny jeans” and receives “compliments every time [they] wear them.”

• Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 17

Swap out your basic tanks for this satin camisole to instantly elevate any outfit. A plunging V-neck, adjustable spaghetti straps, and a racerback design make it a versatile layering piece or the star of the show, while the silky-soft material feels “cool to the touch,” it “has a lovely drape,” according to reviewers.

• Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 25

It may look chic due to its asymmetrical design, but this one-shoulder tank top is actually made from ribbed-knit material that’s soft and stretchy, too. According to reviewers, the material is thick “but not too thick,” so it’s “not see-through” yet “breathable even on hotter days.”

• Available sizes: Small — X-Large
• Available styles: 15

This striped cardigan has gold buttons, a slightly cropped cut, and a crewneck, which make it look like a boutique find. It’s earned an average 4.5-star rating from over 1,400 reviewers, but one summed it up nicely: “It is soft to the touch, the color is vibrant, the sleeve length is perfect, the pockets on the front do not gap, and the material is thick, warm, and feels high end.”

• Available sizes: X-Small — X-Large
• Available styles: 9

“I can’t believe I got three belts for less than seven dollars apiece,” wrote one reviewer who wears one of these stylish belts “almost every single day.” Made from genuine leather, they come in your choice of several color combinations with gold-tone hardware that makes them look super elegant, and you can use them to secure jeans, dress up slacks, or cinch dresses.

• Available sizes: 24-29in — 48-52in
• Available styles: 9

Go from the court to the grocery store to dinner in this versatile tennis dress, which combines the freedom of athleticwear with the style of streetwear. Its functional features include a built-in bra, hidden shorts with pockets, adjustable criss-cross straps, and ultra-stretchy fabric that wicks sweat — but thanks to its cute A-line silhouette, you’d never know it.

• Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 7

With its gauzy fabric that mimics linen, this button-up shirt offers a laidback take on a staple silhouette. It comes in tons of different style options, including solid colors, floral prints, striped patterns, and embroidered designs — and according to reviewers, it’s “lightweight, breathable, and comfortable, making it perfect for both business and casual wear.”

• Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 36

Personalization is the name of the game when it comes to these wide-leg jeans, which are made from ultra-stretchy denim and come in over 30 color options and petite, regular, and long inseams. “First time I’ve bought pants on Amazon that fit like a glove,” one reviewer wrote, while another raved, “These jeans fit like they were tailor-made for me!”

• Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 33

Brunch, barbecues, weddings, work, vacations, the grocery store… Reviewers have worn this sleeveless jumpsuit to all of the aforementioned, making it an unbelievably versatile outfit. It’s made from soft, stretchy material with a seamed bodice on top, billowing wide-leg pants on the bottom, and a zipper on the back — and depending on how you accessorize it, the possibilities are virtually endless.

• Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 5

Throw on this maxi shirt dress for full coverage at the beach, or dress it up with a belt, wedged flip-flops, and a bold sunhat for more elegant occasions. It’s made from 100% cotton with pinstripes, a collar, wide-cuff sleeves, and buttons from neck to hem, making it an easy, breezy option for sun-soaked days. Best of all, it’s “airy” but “not see-through,” according to reviewers.

• Available sizes: X-Small — 3X-Large
• Available styles: 5

Add some sophistication to your outfits with this mesh bodysuit. Unlike most sheer pieces, this one has a ruched bodice, so you don’t have to worry about base layers — and thanks to its snap-button closure, it always stays tucked in yet it’s easy to remove. Last but not least, the mock neck and long sleeves offer coverage without sacrificing style.

• Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 17

Even though they cost less than $20 in any of the seven color combinations, these classic sunglasses have polarized UV400 lenses that block out over 99% of harmful rays and a square frame that looks like a designer pair. “I’ve had several people come up to me and compliment them thinking they were very expensive designer sunglasses,” one reviewer wrote.

According to reviewers, you can style this sleeveless crewneck sweater vest in plenty of different ways (especially since it buttons up in the front): “It’s a very versatile top — can be worn alone or unbuttoned with a tank or tee,” one reviewer wrote. Another commented, “It’s soft and drapey so you can front tuck it if you like and it lays perfectly without bulk.”

• Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 14

“Gorgeous,” one reviewer wrote about these pearl stud earrings, which feature a faux pearl inside an 18K gold-plated cage on hypoallergenic studs. “I get so many compliments when wearing these.” Another commented, “They look much more expensive than they are” since the “gold is bright” and the pearls look “lovely.”

Most sports bras are boxy and bulky — but not this sports bra. While it’s made from professional athletic fabric that breathes, glides against your skin, and wicks sweat, its scoop neck and curvy band give it a sleek style that looks “beautiful” and “trendy,” according to reviewers. It also has removable padding so you can customize the support.

• Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 8

“How are these so good?” one reviewer asked about these cropped yoga pants, which feel like leggings, but flow like palazzo pants. The four-way-stretch fabric is quick-drying and breathable, so you can throw them on for the gym or lounging around the house — but thanks to their wide, high waistband, vertical seams, and functional pockets, some reviewers get away with “wearing them in the office.”

• Available sizes: Small — 3X-Large
• Available styles: 8

Accessorize your entire wrist or wear one at a time with these stackable bracelets — and for an incredible price. This set includes five different chains (in satellite, box, rope, Figaro, snake, and paperclip styles), all of which are plated in 14K gold for tarnish resistance and realism. They also have 2-inch extension chains, so you can customize the fit.

With its cropped silhouette, slim fit, full zipper, and ultra-stretchy athletic material, this lightweight running jacket has reviewers asking, “Lulu who?” It also has thumbholes and a standup collar, making it a stylish yet functional top layer for lounging or working out. “Prefer this over my Lululemon jackets 100%,” another reviewer wrote.

• Available sizes: X-Small — X_Large
• Available styles: 14

Thanks to their ultra-wide-leg silhouette, these palazzo pants make reviewers “feel very chic and cool” — not to mention “comfortable and confident.” They have functional pockets, belt loops, and a zipper fly, though that last one is optional, granted the high waistband has elastic in the back for stretch. They also come in tons of colors, patterns, and sizes with various inseam lengths.

• Available sizes: X-Small Short — 2X
• Available styles: 28

“Definitely a staple in your closet,” one reviewer wrote about this fitted tee, while another raved, “My favorite basic ever!” Its crewneck and short sleeves give it a T-shirt style that goes with everything, but it’s double-lined for opacity, cuts off at the hips to suit low and high waists alike, and is made from buttery-soft fabric that stretches, compresses, and breathes.

• Available sizes: X-Small — X-Large
• Available styles: 19

Layer this elevated sweater vest over a long-sleeve base, wear it as a sleeveless pullover, or style it unbuttoned as a cool update on a cardigan. It’s made from chunky-knit cotton-blend yarn with hip pockets and oversized hammered-gold buttons, all of which make it a “go-to piece” that reviewers called “trendy” yet “versatile.”

• Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 8

These high-waisted leggings have over 100,000 ratings on Amazon, and according to more than a few fans, they blow high-end brands out of the water: “I have Gym Shark and Lululemon leggings and I would rather wear these,” one reviewer wrote. The peach-skin fabric is buttery-soft with four-way stretch, squat-proof coverage, a 3-inch waistband, and deep pockets on the legs.

• Available sizes: One Size — One Size Plus
• Available styles: 23

Made from 100% cotton with a maxi silhouette and timeless stripes, this long sundress has such sophisticated vibes — but it’s surprisingly practical, too. The material is skin-friendly and breezy for comfort, the smocked back and adjustable straps allow for a custom-like fit, and the hidden pockets give you a place to stash your phone.

• Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 8

Combine the ease of a polo with the elegant style of a cable-knit sweater. This short-sleeve pullover has a split collar with stretchy ribbed cuffs, which you can dress down with jeans or up with a tennis skirt. According to reviewers, the material feels “incredibly soft and cozy against the skin” — and “they’re also well-made and hold their shape well after washing.”

• Available sizes: Small — X-Large
• Available styles: 25

Some of the most popular jeans on Amazon, these Signature by Levi Strauss & Co. Gold Label skinny jeans have plenty of stretch and a pull-on design, so you don’t have to worry about zippers, buttons, or discomfort. They also come in a huge selection of colors as well as short, regular, and long inseams, each with a compression waistband and functional pockets.

• Available sizes: 2 — 28 Plus Long
• Available styles: 21

If you’d wear a hoodie everywhere if you could, this is the pullover for you. According to reviewers, it’s “so soft,” “cozy,” and “extremely comfortable” with a drawstring hood that makes you feel as though you’re wearing loungewear. That said, the material looks more like a polished sweater, making it a “versatile style for a casual work environment, running errands, and everyday wear.”

• Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 12

“My absolutely favorite,” one reviewer wrote about this tunic dress, which has batwing sleeves and thick, shirred cuffs. “I’ve wore it A LOT and washed it A LOT and it still looks good! Very Comfortable.” Its loose babydoll silhouette is flowy and breathable, and it looks just as cute with high boots as it does with sneakers or flip-flops.

• Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 17

According to reviewers, these dress pants are great for a “business casual/professional setting,” but you can just as easily pair them “with a flirty top” for going out. They’re ultra-stretchy with a high waistband that hugs the hips before billowing into a wide leg, and while they “feel like leggings,” the raised seams give them a polished finish.

• Available sizes: Small — 5X
• Available styles: 32

Sold in tons of solid colors and a few floral patterns, this maxi skirt is made from 100% rayon for easy, breezy wear. It also has an elastic waistband for comfort, tiered sections for an eclectic vibe, functional pockets to hold your things, and a liner for opacity. “I absolutely love this skirt!” wrote one reviewer who “cannot say enough good things about it.”

• Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 14

With its shirred stretchy top and loose, wide-leg pants on the bottom, this sleeveless jumpsuit strikes the ideal balance between refined and comfortable. The soft fabric, square neckline, thick straps, and hidden pockets also make it a throw-on-and-go outfit that feels like pajamas without compromising on style or functionality.

• Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
• Available styles: 18

Halfway between jeans and slacks, these skinny ankle pants are made from stretchy cotton with slanted pockets and a concealed zipper fly. As a result, you can style them up with a blazer and button-down for the office, or down with a T-shirt and flats for weekend adventures. They also come in short, regular, and tall inseams to suit people of most heights.

• Available sizes: 0 — 20 Short
• Available styles: 3

With a 4.4-star overall rating and more than 15,000 reviewers, this Amazon Essentials cardigan is a “must-have wardrobe staple” that reviewers plan to buy “in every color.” Woven from a blend of cotton-modal yarn, its crewneck, functional buttons, and medium weight let you wear it solo as a sweater or style it as a layering piece for additional coverage and warmth.

• Available sizes: X-Small — 6X
• Available styles: 26