Let’s be honest: in this day and age, trendy and affordable pieces aren’t difficult to find. In fact, they’re most retailers’ bread and butter. But, trendy and affordable buys with longevity? Now, those are harder to come by. Yet, that’s just what I was after when I sat down to peruse SSENSE’s latest offerings. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: I’m not one to buy trend-forward pieces that I’ll only get a few wears out of. If I’m buying something, it’d better stand the test of time (or at least a handful of seasons).
I like shopping SSENSE because they offer a mix of both high-end and contemporary brands ranging from aspirational mainstays like The Row to more under-the-radar labels like Deiji Studios. Their product curation is also top-notch; I was able to find many on-trend spring pieces i.e. athletic and boxer-style shorts, a shrunken polo shirt, and a smashing (did I just say ‘smashing’?) red, smocked Ganni dress for under $250. Don’t believe me? I compiled 30 of my favorite pieces just below.
They say it’s best to live with no regrets, and I’m not about to start with these finds. Happy shopping!
Who knew underwear as outerwear could be so chic.
The answer to my 70’s athleisure dreams.
The neutral sneakers you won’t stop wearing.
BEC + BRIDGE
Marisol Minidress
The wash and cut of these jeans is just too good.
SKIMS
Blue New Vintage T-Shirt
Trade in your classic white t-shirt for this sweet one in baby blue.
GANNI
Embroidered Bucket Hat
Dazed and Confused vibes.
SKIMS
Cotton Fleece Classic Jogger Lounge Pants
If only your Zoom meeting could see how cute your sweatpants are.
Cou Cou
‘The Bodysuit’ Bodysuit
Leave it to Cou Cou to make a pointelle bodysuit.
Maria Black
Silver Mini Midnight Single Earring
I can’t resist a geometric earring.
The kind of dress you buy and find an occasion to wear it to – not the other way around.
Deiji Studios
‘The 03’ Shirt & Shorts Set
This set is just as cute worn separately as it is together.
Guest in Residence
Shrunken Polo
I’d style this with a pair of denim cutoffs and strappy sandals.
Sporty & Rich
Pleated Miniskirt
Rich country club is my summer aesthetic.
Fall’s red sweater trend looks just as good in spring.
Anine Bing
Roma Sunglasses
Anine Bing
Billie Trousers
The antidote to your denim fatigue.
The piece you’ll reach for all season (and many to come).
Hunza G
Square Neck Swimsuit
This suit comes in a plethora of colors, but this pink is my favorite.
I promise I won’t say “I told you so” when you find yourself wearing these for the next five summers.
Deiji Studios
The Tie’ Midi Dress
GANNI
Pink Small Butterfly Pouch Satin Bag
Cotton candy sunset dreams.
The Frankie Shop
Gelso Trousers
Baserange
Kolla Lounge Pants
Breezy pants styles are the only ones I want to wear when the weather gets warm.
CDLP
White Ribbed T-Shirt
A white t-shirt is what I wear when I don’t know what to wear – this is a good one.
I’d style these with a feminine cardigan and ballet flats.
Salomon
Gray Xt-6 Sneakers
The answer to your cool sneaker woes.
Long white skirts are majorly trending this spring.
Laura Lombardi
Gold Clutch Hoop Earrings
Classic gold hoops for under $100? Yes, please.
