I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: I’m a really good Nordstrom shopper. There’s something so soothing to me about scrolling through all the pages of new arrivals with the intention of singling out the best of the best for all of you. It’s here I spot some of the best products before anyone else simply because I’m willing to take the time to go through it all. Sometimes we like to highlight the best basics, newest trends, and so on and so forth, but today, I am here to bring you the best of the best all under $50. 

Not only are the items below extremely affordable, but they are those cheap items that somehow look really expensive. It can be tricky trying to narrow such unicorns down, but I managed to find over 30 for you to shop here. Hundreds of open tabs later (especially considering the drop of Nordstrom’s latest sale), I finally narrowed down my favorite assortment of affordable items and I have them shopped out for you below. 

The kind of top you’ll wear all season long.

These Birkenstocks have gotten everyone through the last year. 

You can never go wrong with a pair of classic Levi’s. 

One of those white T-shirts that just looks really expensive. 

Are these the perfect pair of black jeans or are they the perfect pair of black jeans? 

This color will work well in any season. 

Something about the ruching makes this top look double the price. 

Why wear regular pants when you can wear these? 

Yes, yes, and yes.

This ribbed tank is one you’ll always reach for. 

Not sure anyone will ever tire of the chain trend. 

The kind of LBD you can easily dress up or down. 

A springtime must-have. 

Faux leather pants that only look like they cost a million bucks. 

Truly, this top looks anything but $10. 

Lounge pants that still make a statement. 

You deserve a bold ring like this. 

The Skims reviews don’t lie. 

If you haven’t already, it’s time you finally become a Ganni girl. 

That moire satin really elevates this $38 handbag. 

A color that can be paired with blacks and browns alike. 

This wash is making me feel things. 

Buy this dress to layer underneath your favorite boxy blazers. 

No, we’re not over the shoulder pad tank. 

The ribbing makes this one look so expensive. 

Finally, a neutral that doesn’t feel boring. 

This brand carries every cool-girl basic you could dream of. 

Update your everyday hoop game. 

I’m sorry, but these look so luxe. 

Something about this looks like it’s a designer find. 

Wear this while lounging around or over a swimsuit as a casual cover-up. 

These trousers are guaranteed to be comfortable and chic. 

Just do it.

Wear this now while the weather is still a tad transitional and later draped over your shoulders with a breezy summer dress.  Next up, all the wildly good finds our editors are shopping from the Nordstrom sale.