The Budget Fashionista: 10 Stylish Picks from Forever 21

What to buy from Forever 21...

Every now and then I'll go into Forever 21 and they'll just be killing it - great fits, great materials, great quality, and right on trend. It is serious excitement for me when that happens. Other times I'll go in, and it's a dearth of bad clubbing attire, and I just feel depressed.

I generally consider myself a Forever 21 pro. Having been a student or the wife of a student for seven of my eight years of marriage, I have gotten really good at spotting the diamond in the rough of cheap poly blends at Forever 21.

Forever 21 is a great way to safely try a trend you're not sure about just yet. If it turns out to be a bust, you're usually only out about $25. It's also great for when you decide you are really into a certain trend, and you want to buy in bulk without feeling overly ridiculous about it ... or is that just me and my striped shirt obsession? Here are 10 great pieces you should buy at Forever 21 right now!

Polka Dot Calf Skirt

1. Polka Dot Calf Skirt
Pair this fun skirt with a silky white blouse and wedge booties for a hip work-day outfit!
Buy this skirt

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Classic Cape Coat

2. Classic Cape Coat
Tap into this season's cape trend with this lovely pick! We suggest pairing it with red skinnies for an extra burst of style!
Buy this coat

Longline Geo Cardigan

3. Longline Geo Cardigan
Wear it seamlessly from kicking around the house to lunch with your girlfriends to date night dinner.
Buy this cardigan

Leopard Boyfriend Cardigan

4. Leopard Boyfriend Cardigan
I've been iffy on the leopard print trend, but this cardigan is slouchy and not too gaudy ... the perfect cardigan to try out this trend with!
Buy this cardigan

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Faux Fur Trim Knit Vest

5. Faux Fur Trim Knit Vest
If you're interested in the fur vest trend but aren't ready to take the plunge, this knit vest makes for a nice toe dip!
Buy this vest

Wool Blend Southwest Jacket

6. Wool Blend Southwest Jacket
This geometric-meets-Native American printed jacket is a gorgeous statement piece for cold winter days!
Buy this jacket

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Crochet Knitted Shift Dress

7. Crochet Knitted Shift Dress
This bright, crochet shift dress has us wishing for warmer weather!
Buy this dress

Patterned Skinny Jeans

8. Patterned Skinny Jeans
We can't get enough of these camel skinnies featuring funky printed pockets. Pair with a plain white tee and booties for the perfect Saturday afternoon outfit!
Buy these jeans

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Longline Denim Jacket

9. Longline Denim Jacket
This long denim jacket is just the coat to keep warm with as winter turns to spring!
Buy this jacket

Colorblock Pleats Skirt

10. Colorblock Pleats Skirt
This pretty colorblock skirt is just the piece for you to tap into the cool and stylish '70s trend!
Buy this skirt

- By Natalie Holbrook

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