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55 Bougie Outfits Under $35 That'll Impress The Hell Out Of People

Prepare yourself for compliments.

by Maria Cassano
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You don’t need to blow your entire paycheck on a designer wardrobe to be comfortable and look impressive. It’s all about choosing fabrics, styles, and statement pieces that look high-end without the high price tag. These bougie outfits will impress the hell out of people — yes, even though they cost less than $35.

1A Gorgeous Cable-Knit Turtleneck Like The Ones You’ve Seen All Over Social

Pair this cozy turtleneck with sweats for a comfy afternoon at home, or tuck it into a corduroy mini skirt for a night out on the town. Thanks to its super-soft midweight cotton yarn and gorgeous cable-knit pattern, it lends itself well to brunch, the office, and everything in between — all while costing way less than it seems.

  • Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
  • Available styles: 10

2A Ruffle-Sleeve Top That Elevates Any Outfit

It’s made from a blend of rayon and spandex, so it feels like a breathable, stretchy T-shirt — but this crewneck shirt has ruffled cap sleeves that help it pass for a blouse. As a result, whether you tuck it into jeans for dinner or pair it with slacks for the office, it instantly elevates your outfit without compromising on comfort.

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

3Polished Trousers That Feel Like Pajamas

“These look so polished AND feel like wearing pajama pants,” one reviewer raved about these flowy, wide-leg trousers. “I’ve bought three colors so far, and will probably buy more.” The paperbag waist is stretchy with an adjustable tie, the lightweight material billows and breathes, and the pockets are deep enough for your phone and keys.

  • Available sizes: X-Small — 4X-Large
  • Available styles: 47

4A Cozy Lounge Set That’s So Versatile

Sure, it’s comfortable enough to sleep in, but this sweater lounge set is also elevated enough for a Zoom call, warm enough for walking the dog, cute enough for running errands, and effortless enough for travel. Available in a dozen color options, the set includes a long-sleeve V-neck top and wide-leg pants with pockets, both made from buttery-soft, ribbed-knit material.

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

5A Chunky Cardigan You Can Wear In 2 Ways

Wear this chunky-knit cardigan open for layered warmth, or button it up to style it as a V-neck sweater. Its lantern sleeves and oversized buttons give it a designer-inspired vibe. “Probably my favorite,” one reviewer wrote. “It’s great, thick quality and even after a wash, the quality doesn’t disappoint.”

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

6A Lace-Sleeve Top That’s Cozy Yet Put Together

This long-sleeve top falls somewhere between a blouse and a sweater. Its lace lantern sleeves look put-together (even when styled with jeans or leggings), yet its waffle-knit torso is cozy and soft to the touch. It’s also thin enough to tuck into skirts and slacks, and breathable enough to wear in transitional weather. No wonder it has more than 76,000 reviews.

  • Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
  • Available styles: 45

7Elevated Sweats That Come In Petite, Regular & Tall

Like most sweats, these drawstring lounge pants are soft and cozy for comfort. Unlike most sweats, they come in petite, tall, and regular inseams for the ideal fit, and their raised seam and buttery finish make them polished enough to incorporate into your wardrobe.

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

8A Flowy, Open-Front Cardigan That Looks Dressy

Snag this open-front cardigan with or without buttons and in your choice of solid shades, color-block designs, or plaid patterns. It’s plenty cozy (especially since it has deep pockets to keep your hands warm), but its flowy drape and asymmetrical butterfly hem give it an elegant vibe that dresses up your look.

  • Available sizes: Small — 3X-Large
  • Available styles: 13

9A Woven Shoulder Bag That’s Chic & Slouchy

Thanks to its woven texture and slouchy shape, this shoulder bag looks like a chic designer accessory, but costs a fraction of the price. Made from vegan leather, it’s available in black, white, or brown, and its roomy interior has slot pockets inside for organization and a magnetic clasp to secure it shut.

  • Available styles: 3

10A Floral Tulle Skirt That Looks So Sophisticated

Elegant and sophisticated, this mesh floral skirt looks way more expensive than it is. Its three-layer design includes a top layer with embroidered 3-D flowers, a layer of tulle for volume, and a knee-length liner made from opaque material, all of which cascade from a stretchy waistband into an A-line silhouette.

  • Available sizes: X-Small — 3X-Large
  • Available styles: 6

11Cotton-Blend Wide-Leg Pants With An Elevated Tulip Cuff

Woven from a soft, stretchy cotton blend, these harem sweats have tulip-style cuffs that look as good with sneakers as they do with strappy sandals. The elastic waistband widens into a baggy hip (with deep pockets) before cinching again at the ankles, making them effortlessly chic and suitable for people of all different heights.

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

12A Cropped Hoodie With A Bougie Gold Zipper

According to buyers, the contrast seams and gold-tone zipper make this half-zip cropped hoodie look like a bougie, name-brand piece — and the cotton-blend material feels as good as it looks. “Absolute FAVORITE,” one reviewer wrote. “I’ve already added multiple other colors to my cart. Great material, fits well, and high quality!”

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

13A Velour Tracksuit For Y2K Vibes

Y2K fashion is back, and this velour tracksuit proves it once and for all. Available in 12 colors with contrast stripes, it’s made from soft, stretchy velvet with elastic cuffs around the neck, sleeves, hem, and ankles. The jacket has a full-length zipper, while the joggers have a drawstring waistband and pockets.

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

14A Striped Sweater That’s Sporty Yet Preppy & Sophisticated

With its cable knit and contrasting stripes around the cuffs, hem, and neckline, this sweater is both sophisticated and sporty. It combines a wide V-neck with a slouchy fit and dropped shoulders, so it pairs equally as well with a pleated tennis skirt as it does with sweats.

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

15Mary Janes That Look Like A $150 Pair

“I’ve seen similar shoes to these for way over $150,” one reviewer wrote about these Mary Jane flats but these are “a steal” because they’re “well-made, “comfortable,” and “gorgeous” — even though they’re less than $35. The retro design features a square toe with an adjustable buckle, and the insole is padded for comfort and support.

  • Available sizes: 4 — 10.5
  • Available styles: 25

16A Hidden Gem That Feels Like Merino

If you’re looking for boutique-quality basics on a smaller budget, this lightweight sweater is a hidden gem thanks to its “soft, merino-like texture that feels luxurious and cozy against the skin,” one reviewer wrote. Since its buttons are functional, you can also wear it open and layered as a classic cardigan, or draped over the shoulders for a preppy style.

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

17A Loungewear Set That’s “Perfect For Travel”

According to one reviewer, this loungewear outfit is “perfect for travel,” since it’s “breathable” and “lightweight,” but warm enough to keep you cozy on a cold airplane. The set includes a V-neck sweater and wide-leg pants with pockets and a drawstring waistband — and whether worn together or mixed and matched, they’re easy to style up with a few accessories.

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

18Fleece-Lined Tights That Keep Your Legs Warm

These thermal tights are my secret weapon as soon as it gets cold out. While they look sheer, they’re actually lined with plush fleece that insulates my legs, so I can wear my collection of skirts and dresses year-round. They’re also stretchy and lightly compressing with a thick, high waistband for comfort.

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

19A Sweater Vest That’s Reversible

A modern take on a vintage sweater vest, this mock-neck pullover splits down the center for an asymmetrical style. Layer it over a button-down for some coverage, or wear it as a sleeveless tank that shows a touch of skin. It comes in solids or color-blocked designs, all woven from soft, stretchy yarn. You can even wear it with the split in the front or back.

  • Available sizes: XX-Small — X-Large
  • Available styles: 16

20Pleated Dress Pants That Feel Like Yoga Pants

With their wide-leg silhouette, faux back pockets, and pleated waist, these dress pants ensure that you look polished and prepared for meetings, interviews, and presentations. That said, the four-way-stretch material is so flexible and soft, they feel like yoga pants — and they even have a mesh lining on top for a smoothing, tailored effect.

  • Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
  • Available styles: 6

21An Oversized Sweater That Looks Super Dressy

Most oversized sweaters feel casual and laidback, but this isn’t most oversized sweaters. With a mock neck, vertical stripes, and batwing sleeves, it’s a wardrobe-elevating basic that looks chic and intentionally styled. Tuck it into a skirt for date night, pair it with jeans to dress up an everyday outfit, or wear it into the office with slacks.

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

22A Lace-Trimmed Satin Cami That Looks So Refined

This satin camisole is “hands down the best piece of clothing I've ever bought on Amazon,” one reviewer wrote. Its silky texture, lace-trimmed V-neck, and fabric-covered buttons make it look way more expensive than it is — and whether you tuck it into jeans or layer it under a blazer, it effortlessly takes your outfit from relaxed to refined.

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

23A 4-Piece Set For A Shockingly Great Price

Stock your loungewear drawer in one fell swoop with this four-piece set, which is basically a capsule wardrobe for sleep, workouts, and relaxation. It comes with drawstring shorts, wide-leg pants with pockets, a cropped tank top, and a one-shoulder crop top. The ribbed-knit material is soft, stretchy, and lightweight, so it’s no wonder reviewers rave about the value.

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

24Dangling 14K Gold-Plated Knot Earrings That Are Surprisingly Comfortable

Made from sturdy brass that’s plated in 14K gold, these chunky knot earrings are tarnish-resistant and surprisingly convincing — especially given their price tag. Interlocking loops create a bold dangle-drop design that results in so many compliments, but according to one reviewer, they’re “also incredibly comfortable to wear.”

  • Available styles: 20

25An Oversized Puffer Vest That Adds To Your Outfit

Outerwear rarely adds to the overall aesthetic of your outfit, but this oversized puffer vest is the exception. Quilted for comfort and slouchy enough to layer over sweatshirts, it gives you insulated warmth without constricting your arms — plus, it has a drawstring hem to adjust the fit, large pockets for your stuff, and a full-length zipper that turns into a stand-up collar.

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

26A Sweater That Looks & Feels High-End

Dropped shoulders, dramatic lantern sleeves, and thick cuffs give this stylish sweater a high-end appearance — and its chunky, buttery-soft knit makes it feel high-end, too. One reviewer called it “the most comfortable sweater” and “a must-buy” because of its “great quality.”

  • Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
  • Available styles: 4

27The Best Jeans Reviewers Have Ever Had

“Probably the best jeans that I’ve ever had,” one reviewer raved about these wide-leg jeans, which “offer an effective combination of comfort and style.” Judging by their thousands of five-star ratings, others agree. The cotton-blend denim is stretchy, yet structured, and the raw hem and double seams give them a relaxed, retro style.

  • Available sizes: 2 — 18
  • Available styles: 14

28A Festive Velvet Dress That’s Super Comfortable

This velvet cocktail dress comes in over a dozen festive colors and patterns, and its split neckline and tiered A-line skirt make it easy to dress up for the holidays. That said, its stretchy smocked waistline and soft fabric make it super comfortable, according to reviewers — and it has pockets.

  • Available sizes: Small — X-Large
  • Available styles: 16

29A Pretty Wool-Blend Ruffle Cardigan

The coquette aesthetic typically involves sweet, romantic elements like bows and lace. This ruffle cardigan flirts with the trend, yet doesn’t overpower your wardrobe. While ruffles trim the sleeves, buttons, and hem, the crewneck cut is versatile, the wool-blend material is comfy, and the neutral color options go with everything.

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

30Parachute Pants That Could Pass For Free People

These parachute pants mimic a viral pair from Free People. According to reviewers, their unique cropped hem and contrast striped pattern look virtually identical to the name brand, even though they cost half as much. The wide drawstring waistband, deep pockets, and breathable polyamide fabric make them comfy, practical, and cooling to boot.

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

31A 100% Cotton Button-Down For The Beach, Brunch & More

Button-down tops never go out of style, but this button-down top is made from 100% cotton with a gauzy finish. As a result, it’s flowy and flexible instead of starchy and stiff. Throw it over a bathing suit at the beach, layer it over a tank for a laidback summer outfit, tie it over a dress for lightweight coverage, or tuck it into jeans to look chic at brunch.

  • Available sizes: Small — 3X-Large
  • Available styles: 17

32A Vest That Looks Like It’s From Anthropologie

Scallop trim with a crocheted pattern, a curved hem, and gold-tone buttons make this cropped button-down vest an elevated basic you can style in so many different ways. “Obsessed is an understatement,” wrote one reviewer who bought it in three colors. “I literally had someone ask if this top was from Anthropologie.”

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

33Sweatpants With A Trendy Barrel Silhouette

The barrel silhouette widens at the knees before narrowing again at the ankles. While it’s currently popular with jeans, these barrel sweatpants offer a cozier way to get in on the trend. The material is warm yet breathable for both lounging and workouts, the pockets are deep enough for your phone, and the drawstring waistband lets you adjust the fit.

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

34A Pleated Sweater Dress That Looks Like A Million Bucks

Throw on this sweater dress with a pair of heels and look like a million bucks, all without compromising on cost or comfort. Its long-sleeve V-neck top ties at the waist and billows into a pleated midi skirt, so it’s professional enough for meetings, dressy enough for weddings, and relaxed enough to host holidays.

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

35An Off-The-Shoulder Top With A Contrast Neckline

Yes, the contrast neckline on this off-the-shoulder top gives it a chic, modern vibe — but it also gives it some structure despite its slouchy silhouette: “I love the style and the fit,” wrote one reviewer. “It lays just perfect on me,” and it’s made from “super soft, high-quality material” that falls somewhere between a heavy tunic and a lightweight sweater.

  • Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
  • Available styles: 6

36A Silky, Breezy Cardigan That You Can Barely Feel

Its silky-soft material, three-quarter-length sleeves, and billowy drape make this lightweight cardigan feel as though it’s barely there. Needless to say, it’s a great piece to have in your wardrobe when you need a little extra coverage, but you don’t want to overheat in warm weather — or detract from a dressy outfit.

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

37The Softest, Coziest Pajamas, According To Reviewers

“These are the softest, coziest pajamas,” wrote one reviewer who lounges in them “all day” — and best of all, they “look so great.” Made from ribbed-knit material that’s warm and substantial, yet stretchy and breathable, the set includes a button-down top with a chest pocket and wide-leg pants with pockets, both of which give “put together” even though you just rolled out of bed.

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

38A Satin Slip Skirt That’s Affordable & Functional

Instead of silk, this elegant A-line midi skirt is made from washable, easy-to-care-for satin — and instead of a zipper, it has a stretchy elastic waistband. Needless to say, it’s a functional and affordable alternative to the Insta-famous slip skirt, which explains its bestselling status and hundreds of five-star ratings.

  • Available sizes: Small — X-Large
  • Available styles: 16

39A Polished Sweater Tank That Exceeds Expectations

It’s just as comfortable as a standard tank top, but since this sweater vest is loosely woven from lightweight yarn, it looks chic instead of casual. Some tuck it into skirts and dress pants for formal occasions, some pair it with jeans, shorts, and leggings, and some layer it over button-downs and lace tops. Either way, reviewers agreed that it exceeded their expectations for quality and comfort.

  • Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
  • Available styles: 26

40A Puff-Sleeve Tunic Top That’ll Go With Tons Of Bottoms

Pair this cute tunic top with slacks and pencil skirts throughout the week, and throw it on with some jeans over the weekend. You can even tuck it into a plaid skirt for the holidays. While it feels like T-shirt material (read: soft with plenty of stretch), its puffy shoulders and long sleeves make it look like a blouse.

  • Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
  • Available styles: 11

41Joggers That Have Earned More Than 4,000 5-Star Ratings

These jogger pants have racked up more than 4,000 five-star ratings on Amazon, and for a good reason: They combine comfort, functionality, and style to create a pair of pants that can take you from bed to the gym, and then out for drinks. The four-way-stretch fabric flexes and wicks sweat, while the cinched ankles look great with both sneakers and heels — and one pocket has an inner sleeve that holds your phone in place during a workout.

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

42A Loungewear Set That You Could Wear To The Office

Made from ribbed-knit material with chic vertical stripes, this loungewear set includes wide-leg pants and a sleeveless top with a split hem. “Wore this to the office and then out for dinner after work,” one reviewer wrote — but according to others, it’s soft and stretchy enough to wear to bed or home from the hospital after giving birth.

  • Available sizes: Small — X-Large
  • Available styles: 10

43A Luxe Sweater With Gold-Tone Buttons

According to reviewers who gave this button-down sweater an average 4.7-star rating, it’s giving luxe style without the luxe price tag. The long sleeves and boat neck look effortlessly refined, and the gold-tone buttons are fully functional, so you can wear it as a crewneck sweater, a V-neck top, or a layered cardigan.

  • Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
  • Available styles: 16

44A Puffy Purse You Can Wear As A Crossbody

This quilted handbag borrowed its puffy style from designer brands, but it’ll cost you less than a manicure. It’s compact, yet surprisingly spacious with a main zippered interior and an outer pocket, and its handle is adjustable so you can wear it as a shoulder bag or a crossbody.

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

45Chunky Bangles That Look So Expensive

“I’m obsessed!” one reviewer wrote about these chunky bangles. “These bracelets look way more expensive than they actually are and instantly elevate any outfit.” They hinge open in the back, making them easy to put on, and the gold-tone metal undergoes a nano-polishing process to keep it shiny, waterproof, tarnish-resistant, and hypoallergenic.

  • Available styles: 8

46A Wardrobe Staple For Colder Days

A sleek mock neck and dropped lantern sleeves with exposed seams make this chunky-knit sweater a wardrobe staple for cold weather. “This is all I want to wear,” wrote one reviewer who said it’s “so soft and comfortable” and “so cute over leggings or jeans.”

  • Available sizes: Small — XX-Large
  • Available styles: 16

47A Flowy Linen Maxi Skirt For Cottagecore Style

Cottagecore fashion isn’t going anywhere, and this maxi skirt makes it so easy to achieve the style for yourself. It’s made from a blend of real linen and cotton for a flowy, breathable texture, and it has an elastic waistband for a comfortable fit. Still, it’s lined for opacity and has a lettuce-trim hem to give it a sophisticated finish.

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

48A Mock-Neck Top That’s Dressier Than A T-Shirt

Swap a T-shirt for this mock-neck blouse to give your outfit a refined edge — even if you’re just wearing boyfriend jeans and sneakers. Its high neckline and elbow-length sleeves lend themselves to both casual and dressy wardrobes, and the ribbed-knit material breathes and stretches while looking polished.

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

49Cotton Sweatpants That Breathe & Wick Sweat

These activewear sweatpants are specifically designed for workouts or people who tend to overheat. While they look polished on the outside, they’re lined with a breezy knit that wicks sweat, and the cotton-blend material feels soft, lightweight, and breathable, according to reviewers. The drawstring is also hidden inside the waistband for a streamlined look.

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

50A Lantern-Sleeve Sweater That Serves Quiet Luxury

Super soft yarn and lantern sleeves with thick cuffs give this crewneck sweater the kind of quiet luxury vibes you’d find in a pricey boutique. Despite its slouchy silhouette, it still looks effortlessly put together, whether you layer it over leggings or tuck it into a skirt for the holidays.

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

51A Cascading Necklace Set For Effortless Layering

While the end result is effortless elegance, layering your necklaces is actually a delicate process. This three-piece set includes a herringbone chain, a Cuban chain, and a rope chain in various lengths for a coordinating, cascading effect. All of them are plated in hypoallergenic 14K gold, so they’re skin-friendly and convincing, too.

  • Available styles: 40+

52Cotton Pants You Can Dress Up Or Down

Throw them on with a cropped tank and flip-flops, and these wide-leg pants have a relaxed, vacation-friendly vibe — but pair them with a blouse and heels, and suddenly they look polished. That’s because they’re made from a cotton-blend material that breathes and billows like linen, and the decorative stitching on the hem elevates the drawstring waistband.

  • Available sizes: X-Small — XX-Large
  • Available styles: 11

53A Fleece Pajama Set You’ll Never Want To Take Off

The biggest problem buyers have with this fleece pajama set: “You will never want to take them off,” one reviewer wrote. The soft, plush fabric feels like a wearable blanket, but the top has a cowl-style collar, and the pants have functional pockets with cinched ankles, so they won’t get in the way of your daily routine.

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

54A Sweater Vest With Functional Buttons

Sweater vests are a retro-inspired layering basic that never seems to go out of style, but this sweater vest has a versatile detail: functional buttons down the center, so you can adjust the neckline or open it entirely for wear as a sleeveless cardigan. Reviewers also love it because it’s breathable and stretchy, yet thick and not see-through.

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

55Palazzo Pants With A Comfy Ruched Waistband

Sold in four different inseam lengths to fit both petite and tall people, these wide-leg palazzo pants are stretchy enough for a yoga class, comfortable enough for bed, and stylish enough for work. Unlike most workout clothes, they have a dressy drape and a ruched waistband, and you can get them with or without hidden pockets at the hips.

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