Ah yes, Urban Outfitters—the retailer every Gen Zer knows a little too well. For most of us, the indie retailer sold us our first vinyl record players and cutoff Levi’s denim shorts, introducing us to a world of nostalgic fashion and pastel-printed bohocore clothing that dominated the golden era of the internet in 2014. Now that Tumblr’s popularity has come and gone, the retailer still remains a staple among me and my friends, and to be honest, I’ve been finding myself shopping it more than usual over the last few weeks. Perhaps it’s the arrival of spring prompting the change—UO has quite the selection of seasonally appropriate miniskirts and ruffled dresses—or the low-cost, high-joy vibe I feel when I walk into my local shop a few minutes from my apartment. Although I’m on a tight budget thanks to a few summer plans up my sleeve, I still love to indulge in a little treat here and there, especially in the form of statement sunglasses and crop tops.
Lo and behold, I spent hours combing through Urban Outfitters to find the best under-$100 items after my group chat asked me what was on-trend on the website. As my group’s resident fashion friend, naturally, I had to come in clutch. Thank me later!
The open back on this top is so chic.
Take note of Urban Outfitters’ youthful styling—a black crop top, chunky sandals, and a shoulder bag make this colorful midi skirt the ultimate summer item.
My friend is always losing her gold hoops, so this vintage-looking pair was a no-brainer to send to her.
Gen Z loves these deliciously baggy cargos.
You can never have too many perfectly shrunken tees.
Fashion people always sell out this viral Urban Outfitters denim skirt, but thankfully, it’s still available in a few sizes.
This top just screams OOO.
Move aside, Adidas Sambas. These sneakers are summer’s silent hit.
My friend loves the gold version of this necklace available at UO, so I know she’ll love the silver too.
Wait, these grape-colored trousers just may have moved up to the top of my buy list.
You can’t go wrong with a silk skirt.
Meet your newest summer minidress.
If you know, you know.
Teva makes the comfiest sandals to walk 10s of miles in—a requirement for my friend who’s looking for the comfiest sandals to buy this spring.
Elevate your beach pants this summer with this chic pair.
This delicate summer top is calling my name.
The perfect summer shades.
This bright slime green just might be the color of the summer.
Maxi skirts are going to be my summer fling this year. Just you wait.
Adorable.
Perfect with any off-the-shoulder top.
After I saw Rosalía perform at Coachella in a light-pink ruffled top, I knew I needed to have a light-pink ruffled top.
Chic.
These are an UO classic.
Hello, gorgeous.
The perfect top for a summer rooftop party.
Wear these pants two ways: as super-cute cargo pants or Adam Sandler–approved baggy jorts.
Coquette, anyone?
This lovechild between maxi skirts and cargo pants may be my newfound obsession.
I’ve never met a pair of ballerina shoes I didn’t like.
