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I'll be paying off my summer travel bills well into fall, so I've set every online retailer's filter to show me products that cost $170 or less. Instead of risking falling in love with another $350 piece, I'm eyeing a denim bomber jacket, lace-trimmed shorts, and ballet flats that fall way under that price point. The goal was to find pieces that scratch the itch for a new fall thing or two without blowing my entire budget. They feel cool and current without leaning too trendy, and come fall, they can be layered alongside warmer pieces. To see my favorite arrivals in the $170-and-under category, keep reading.

$170-and-Under Apparel

Levi's Blouson Trucker Jacket

The ultimate cool-girl jacket this season.

Banana Republic Stretch-Satin Lace-Trim Short

This is how you style lace-trimmed shorts for fall.

Rowing Blazers Beaumont Striped Rugby Shirt Multi-Color

I may have already broken my rule of $170 and under, but this was too cute to scroll by.

Levi's Ribcage Slim Jeans

I can't believe I'm saying this, but I'm gravitating toward slimmer jeans.

Madewell The Layton Midi Dress

I'm a simple gal. When I see a '90s-inspired LBD, I buy it.

Banana Republic Stretch-Cotton Pleated-Waist Top

Peplum tops are emerging, and this is the closest I'll come to wearing one.

Banana Republic Low-Rise Relaxed Utility Pant

An excellent everyday pant.

Banana Republic Minimalist Cotton High V-Neck T-Shirt

For a "trendier" basic, try a high V-neck.

WAYF Isabelle Lace Trim Slip Dress

Style this slip dress with a suede jacket and ballet flats.

Levi's Middy Balloon Jeans

If slim jeans aren't your thing, this new balloon style is intriguing to me.

Levi's 90s Trucker Jacket

I recently pulled a similar jean jacket out of my closet, and I think it's a perfect layering piece.

Free People We the Free Atlas Boat Neck Top

Another fresh basic style to try.

Banana Republic The Everyday Shirt in Cotton Poplin

I have a problem. I can't stop buying striped and checkered button-downs.

Free People We the Free Montana Shorts

I love the idea of a jort styled with a cashmere sweater and moto boots this fall.

Quince Comfort Stretch Long Trench Coat in Dark Khaki

A super-elegant trench for under $150.

Quince Lightweight Cotton Cashmere V-Neck Sweater in Atlas Navy

$30 for cashmere? Did I read that right?

Levi's 501® '90s Ankle Jeans

I love this new wash of the '90s jean.

Free People Good Feels Harley Short Set

I want to live in this.

Vuori Restore Track Jacket

Another day, another track jacket added to my wish list.

Vuori Sedona Retro Boyfriend Short

The NYC fashion set loves a pair of sweat shorts right now. This is my pick in the category.

Vuori Pose Halter

A very comfortable and very flattering halter top.

New Shoes

ALDO Ericca 5

This color!

adidas Samba OG Shoes

The shoe laces sold me.

Marc Fisher LTD Jaynie Almond Toe Loafer Mule

Listen: We're buying mules for fall.

adidas Tokyo Shoes

I love the snakeskin burgundy combination happening here.

ALDO Alissia 5

These looks far more expensive than $98.

adidas Japan Shoes

The most recent adidas pair in my collection.

Vans OTW Mary Jane Prima Sneakers

Vans has entered the sneakerina chat.