• Celebrity
    • Celebrity News
    • ‘Yes, Girl!’ Podcast
    • Entertainment
    • Black Women in Music
    • Black Celeb Couples
    • Celebrity Moms
    • Red Carpet
  • Fashion
    • Fashion News
    • Street Style
    • Accessories
    • Fashion House
    • Fashion Week
  • Beauty
    • Beauty News
    • Skin
    • Makeup
    • Color Files Podcast
    • Nails
    • How-To
    • Beauty Carnival-Archive
    • Dope Stuff On My Desk
    • Girls United: Beautiful Possibilities
  • Hair
    • Hair News
    • Natural
    • Relaxed
    • Transitioning
    • Weaves
    • 4C
    • Spring Hair And Beauty
  • Love
    • Love & Sex
    • The Solve Podcast
    • Weddings
    • Parenting
    • Relationships
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle News
    • Coronavirus: Everything You Need to Know
    • Health & Wellness
    • Holiday Gift Guide 2020
    • Unbossed Podcast
    • ESSENCE Eats
    • Money & Career
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Travel
    • Food & Drink
    • Black Travel Guide
    • Currency Conversations
    • Your legacy
  • News
    • BLACK VOTES MATTER
    • Latest News
    • Raise Your Voice
    • Culture
    • Politics
  • Videos
  • Events
    • WELLNESS HOUSE: YEAR OF RENEWAL
    • LEVEL UP: Entrepreneur Summit (DEC 2020)
    • Power Tools
    • SHE GOT NOW
    • Girls United Summit
    • Making Moves Now: Virtual Bootcamp
    • #EF SESSIONS
    • Dear Black Men
    • Cares Act
    • News & Announcements
  • Festival
  • Subscribe
  • Essence Studios
  • Girls United
  • NaturallyCurly
  • Shop Essence

Follow Us

Skip to content
  • Essence Studios
  • Girls United
  • NaturallyCurly
  • Shop Essence
  • Celebrity
    • Celebrity
    • Celebrity News
    • ‘Yes, Girl!’ Podcast
    • Entertainment
    • Black Women in Music
    • Black Celeb Couples
    • Celebrity Moms
    • Red Carpet
  • Fashion
    • Fashion
    • Fashion News
    • Street Style
    • Accessories
    • Fashion House
    • Fashion Week
  • Beauty
    • Beauty
    • Skin
    • Makeup
    • Color Files Podcast
    • Nails
    • How-To
    • AVEENO® Skin Health Startup Accelerator
    • Beauty Carnival-Archive
    • Dope Stuff On My Desk
    • Girls United: Beautiful Possibilities
    • Beauty News
  • Hair
    • Hair
    • Hair News
    • Natural
    • Relaxed
    • Transitioning
    • Weaves
    • 4C
    • Spring Hair And Beauty
  • Love
    • Love
    • Love & Sex News
    • The Solve Podcast
    • Weddings
    • Parenting
    • Relationships
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle
    • Coronavirus: Everything You Need to Know
    • Health & Wellness
    • Lifestyle News
    • Holiday Gift Guide 2020
    • Netflix’s Jingle Jangle Gift Guide
    • Unbossed Podcast
    • ESSENCE Eats
    • Money & Career
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Travel
    • Food & Drink
    • Black Travel Guide
    • Currency Conversations
    • Your Legacy
  • News
    • News
    • BLACK VOTES MATTER
    • Essence 50th Anniversary
    • Latest News
    • Raise Your Voice
    • Culture
    • Politics
  • Videos
  • Events
    • Events
    • WELLNESS HOUSE: YEAR OF RENEWAL
    • LEVEL UP: Entrepreneur Summit (DEC 2020)
    • Power Tools
    • SHE GOT NOW
    • Girls United Summit
    • Making Moves Now: Virtual Bootcamp
    • #EF SESSIONS
    • Dear Black Men
    • Cares Act
    • News & Announcements
  • Festival
  • Subscribe
Home · News

Diva On a Dime: Fashion Buys under $25

Every glam girl needs to know how to impress for less. We help the recessionista put her best self forward with the top 25 fashion buys for under $25.
By · June 23, 2009October 29, 2020
01
Roman Holiday

Haven’t totally gotten your summer wardrobe up to speed just yet? Don’t fret; ESSENCE.com has got you covered. We’ve rounded up the best fashionable finds on the Web to bring you 25 stylish items for less than $25 bucks. You’re welcome.

A fresh pedicure is all you need to set these gladiator sandals from No Boudaries, $7, walmart.com on fire. They’re such a fab find that you can splurge on a pair in every color!

walmart.com
02
Jump to It

Jumpsuits have a made a huge resurgence for summer and this bargain from Forever 21, $24.80, forever21.com, promises to be a hit wherever you rock it.

forever21.com
03
Jacket Required

Your friends will be green with envy when you tell them you scored this sophisticated silver belted jacket from Apostrophe for a mere $10.78, sears.com. It will transition well into fall and even winter over turtlenecks and long-sleeved tees.

sears.com
04
Ebony and Ivory

Channel your inner Michelle Obama in this graphic shift dress from George ME, $15, walmart.com. Mix your look up with a brightly hued pair of shoes for an unexpected pop of color.

walmart.com
05
The Belt Way

Add this golden-hued belt from Ann Taylor Loft, $9.99, anntaylorloft.com, to any of your standby summer frocks and watch your look go from boring to bangin’!

anntaylorloft.com
06
One-Shoulder Show

Stand out in this retro-inspired one-shoulder top with ruffle details from Merona, $14.99, target.com.

target.com
07
Hot Heels

Turn heads in these L.e.i. wedge sandals with a statement-making heel and stud detail, $20, walmart.com.

walmart.com
08
Fit to be Tied

This ombre blouse with side ribbon bow from AB Studio, $19.49, kohls.com, will be a welcoming surprise under your classic suits at the office or even church.

kohls.com
09
Skirting the Issue

A full skirt is a flattering silhouette on virtually every body type making it a style staple for most women. The ribbon belt on this version from Forever 21, $17.80, forever21.com, is both practical and pretty.

forever21.com
10
Animal Instinct

These animal print thong sandals from Kmart, $10, kmart.com, are a no-brainer. Wear them day and night, dress them up or down, and still have money left over toward your fabulous summer vacay.

kmart.com
11
Ruffle & Flow

A pop of color is always welcomed especially in the warmer months. This feminine and flirty blouse from Forever 21, $19.80, forever21.com, will look just right with a pencil skirt and sky-high heels.

forever21.com
12
Charmed I’m Sure

Every fashionista knows that accessories are key to standing out from the crowd. Keep your debt low and your style high with a smart accessory purchase like this necklace from Kmart, $6.39, kmart.com.

kmart.com
13
Pleats, Please

Flat-front slacks, a pencil skirt and even dark denim will look fab paired with this dropped waist pleated blouse from AB Studio, $22, kohls.com.

kohls.com
14
Block Party

Forget diamonds, dresses are truly a girl’s best friend and this color-blocked number from Delia’s is no exception. Plus, at $23.50, delias.com, you’ll have cash left for even more fabulous frocks to add to your closet.

delias.com
15
Clutch This

A sleek clutch bag in an unexpected color will add the perfect dose of panache to your typical summer looks. Try a couple of these babies from Mundi, $20.49, overstock.com.

overstock.com
16
Peace Out

Searching for designer duds at discount prices? Look no further than this Norma Kamali peace tee for $8, walmart.com.

walmart.com
17
Golden Girl

Walk like an Egyptian in these gold-toned hoops from Girl Props, $9.99 a pair, girlprops.com. They are the perfect compliment to bare shoulders and open necklines.

girlprops.com
18
Colored Girls

Bright denim might be just what the doctor ordered to cure those winter blues still lingering in your wardrobe. This skinny fuchsia pair from the Gap, $17.99, gap.com, will look great with metallic flat sandals or paired with pointed-toe pumps for an 80’s retro feel.

gap.com
19
Dressed to Thrill

What’s not to love about this belted minidress from Kmart, $9, kmart.com? We adore the price, of course, but it is also versatile enough to wear on a date with the beau, to brunch with the girls or to Junior’s next playdate.

kmart.com
20
Nautical Vibes

Whether you’re chilling on a yacht or on a firescape, these nautical-inspired strappy heels from Abaete for Payless Shoe Source, $19.99, will make your feet feel right at home and stylish all at the same time.

payless.com
21
To the Max!

Maxi dresses are all the rage this season, so look no further than this colorful halter style from Kmart, $24.49, kmart.com, to make sure you appear in the fashion know.

kmart.com
22
Rainbow Bright

The hottest accessory on the fashion scene is the summer scarf. Don’t feel left out with this multicolored design from Forever 21, $7.80, forever21.com, that can easily be dressed up or down.

forever21.com
23
White On!

Nothing says summer like white denim. Pair this Old Navy pencil skirt, $17.99, oldnavy.com, with a tank and sandals for a relaxing stroll in the park or with a button-front blouse and heels to the office.

oldnavy.com
24
Sole Sister

You’ll feel like royalty in these metallic gold thong sandals from Montego Bay Club at Payless, $22.99, payless.com. They can easily be paired with shorts, a sundress or even jeans.

payless.com
25
It’s in the Bag

This Payless ShoeSource funky handbag, $10.99, payless.com, is complete with artsy wooden strap and has a vintage appeal. The wallet-friendly price makes it a hot steal.

Where do you you score your best fashion finds? Leave us a comment and share your stylish secrets.

payless.com

Read More

Lifestyle
Shop These Valentine's Day Gifts By Black-Owned Brands
News
My VP Looks Like Me: These Inauguration Day Tribute Photos W...
Black Celeb Couples
Black Love: Barack and Michelle Obama's Love Through the Years
Entertainment
‘Bridgerton’ Is Getting A Second Season
Health & Wellness
Tiffany Haddish Unveils Her Slimmed Down Figure After 30-Day...
COMPANY INFORMATION
  • Our Company
  • Customer Service
  • Essence Ventures
  • Change Your Address
  • Contact Us
  • Job Opportunities
  • Internships
  • Media Kit
  • tag
SUBSCRIBE
  • Newsletters
  • Give a Gift of ESSENCE
  • Magazine Tablet Edition
FOLLOW US
MORE ON ESSENCE
  • Home
  • Love
  • Celebrity
  • Beauty
  • Hair
  • Fashion
  • ESSENCE festival

ESSENCE.com is part of ESSENCE Communications, Inc.

Essence may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Offers may be subject to change without notice.

©2021 ESSENCE Communications Inc. All Rights Reserved. | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Essence.com Advertising Terms

Get The ESSENCE Newsletter and
Special Offers delivered to your inbox

By clicking Sign Up, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Get The ESSENCE Magazine
by subscribing below
subscribe now