You Made It Through 2020—Here Are 30 Under-$50 Gems to Treat Yourself With

On Claire Most: Capricorn Studios Amelia Top ($28)

It goes without saying, but what a beast this year has been. It’s kind of bewildering to think about but here we are on the cusp of a new and hopefully improved year—a year in which you’re going to need to wear things. Some of those things will probably be sweats and slippers and some not, so this shopping guide is a mixed bag.

While I’ve been busy putting together gift guides and holiday stories, my head has been spinning thanks to all of the very chic, very affordable items I’ve come across. I love seeing these little reminders that you needn’t spend a lot of money to look stylish. But I digress. The simple point of this story is to treat yourself to something cute and cheap, and I found 30 perfect items to do just that with. Keep scrolling to browse and add to cart, if you’re so inclined. 

For when you want to be subtly festive.

A lovely mask for your lovely face.

My philosophy these days is that no amount of slippers is too many.

So good on so many levels.

Zoom in to see just how cozy these are.

How is this still in stock? I honestly do not know.

Add to cart if these are exactly what you’ve been looking for.

Just looking at this makes me feel cozy.

Sorry, but you’re going to want this in every color.

These perfect pajamas are wildly popular among Nordstrom shoppers for a reason.

Yes, I have a thing for sherpa—why doesn’t?

Not a fashion item but I was intrigued, so here we are

These are my favorite pilates socks and I think you’ll love them too.

Just what your many pairs of black sweatpants need.

If you don’t think this looks expensive, I’m not sure what to tell you.

I appreciate well-placed pearls.

Hate to break it to you, but it’s cold out there.

I’m 100% sure that this will sell out.

Here’s to wearing more special tees like this in 2021.

I don’t know about you but I’ve seen a lot of berets on Instagram lately.

H&M pajamas are low-key amazing, FYI.

This is pretty much the perfect turtleneck (and it comes in beige too).

Here’s what to wear with the aforementioned turtleneck.

So cute with a pair of loafers.

I have this top and can vouch—the quality is great and it’s surprisingly cozy. 

Printed turtlenecks will continue to be a thing in 2021, so buy ’em up.

Obviously.

Join the Zara faux leather pants craze with me.

If you’re not an orange person, it comes in ivory too.

Next up, the 18 best sweatpants on all of Nordstrom.