Best Cheap Clothing Brand on Amazon
Daily Ritual Women's Jersey Standard-Fit Ballet-Back T-Shirt Dress
Credit: Daily Ritual
Pros
Convenient shopping experience
Excellent return policies
Thousands of rave online reviews
Cons
Some reviewers find the fabric "clingy"
With excellent return policies, Amazon fashion brands make it easy and convenient to shop affordably and quickly. Daily Ritual has a wide variety of dresses, shirts, skirts and more to fill a whole wardrobe. This jersey T-shirt dress has over 2,000 rave reviews and is available in 10 stylish shades. Reviewers say this is the ultimate versatile summer dress, easy to style up or down.
Best Cheap Clothing Brand for Basics
Uniqlo Supima Cotton V-Neck Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Credit: Uniqlo
Pros
Super soft materials
Simple, flattering silhouettes
XXS-XXL size range
Cons
Fewer bold, colorful options
Every stylish shopper knows classic basics are the key to any functional wardrobe. Uniqlo has soft tees, tanks, socks, bralettes and undies that won't break the bank. They also offer trendier pieces that are all low-priced and easy to style. This ultra soft Supima cotton V-neck tee starts at just $15 in sizes XXS-XXL and seven shade options.
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Best Professional Cheap Clothing Brand
H&M Conscious Pull-on Lyocell-blend Pants
Pros
Uses sustainable materials
Most items are under $50
Work place appropriate styles
Cons
The sustainable collection doesn't have as many options as the rest of the site
While H&M is generally affordable, try the H&M Conscious collection for options that are both low cost and made with more sustainable materials. Unlike some pricey sustainable collections, most of the items are under $50. There are many professional styles available including blazers, trousers, and these sleek lyocell trousers.
Best Cheap Denim Clothing Brand
Levi's Secondhand 721 High Rise Skinny Women's Jeans
Credit: Levi's
Pros
Accepts returns and exchanges
Same popular Levi's designs at a discount
Cons
More limited size options
Levi's jeans are known for being long lasting and a quality investment with a higher price tag. Levi's recently launched their own resale site with a wide variety of popular styles available at a much lower price point. Unlike most resale sites, Levi's Secondhand accepts returns and exchanges.
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Best Cheap Formal Clothing Brand
Rent the Runway Ada Gown
Credit: Rent the Runway
Pros
Much more affordable than buying a new outfit
Membership options
Easy to use platform, according to testers
Cons
Styles sell out, so reserve far in advance
For a special occasion like a wedding or black tie event, avoid shelling out hundreds of dollars on a dress you'll only wear once by using Rent the Runway instead — you can rent designer dresses and accessories for either four or eight days. RTR also offers memberships where you can choose a certain number of items each month that'll be shipped directly to your door.
Best Cheap Clothing Brand for Designer Bags
Tory Burch Ponyhair Shoulder Bag
Credit: Tory Burch
Pros
Huge range of designer options
Beautiful packaging
Massive discounts than if purchased new
Cons
Not all items are returnable
If designer brands call your name but your wallet says no, try The Real Real, a resale site specifically for designer goods. There are clothing items and jewelry, but the bag selection is the best. Current available designers include Tory Burch, Chanel, Prada, Gucci, Michael Kors and many more. Because The Real Real verifies each bag's authenticity, you won't be duped by a knock-off!
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Best Trendy Cheap Clothing Brand
A New Day Women's Sleeveless Hem Knit Dress
Credit: Target
Pros
Convenient store options
Designer collaborations
Petite and plus sizing available
Many head to Target for groceries and home decor, but on your next trip, check out the fashion section for great deals on trendy pieces. Target has also done amazing collaborations with high end designers such as LoveShackFancy, Philip Lim and Christopher John Rogers, offering designer pieces at an affordable price point. Plus, they have great petite and plus options too.
Best Cheap Clothing Brand for Families
Old Navy Printed Sleeveless Soft-Knit Cross-back Romper for Girls
Credit: Old Navy
Pros
Great adult and children options
Gender neutral section
Reviewers are impressed at the trendy selection
Avoid having to head to multiple stores or sites to get everything you need for the whole family with Old Navy. This brand has women, men, children, toddlers, babies, maternity, and gender neutral sections. Reviewers rave that the affordable children's clothes are stylish and comfy and temper-tantrum free!
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Best Cheap Resale Site for Favorite Brands
Kate Spade Viscose A Line Skirt
Credit: Poshmark
Pros
Tons of styles from popular brands
Filter by sizes
Sell your own clothes on the same site
Cons
Shipping fees may apply
Poshmark is the ideal resale site to find your favorite brands at a major discount. There are tons of available styles from popular brands like Kate Spade, Lululemon, Free People and more. The site makes it easy to search by brand and even filter by size. Just note that there's usually a small shipping fee depending on the weight of the item.
Best Personalized Cheap Clothing Brand
BabyKDesigns Custom Tank Top
Credit: Etsy
Pros
Vintage and customizable options
Personalize clothing items easily
Ideal for bachelorette parties, family reunions and other group activites
Cons
Return policy depends on the seller
Etsy is a platform where shops offer vintage or custom clothes and home goods. Personalized tops are some of the most popular items on Etsy. With the option to customize the shirt style, text, font and color, you have complete creative control to design your own masterpiece. At just $24 for a customized piece, this is a total steal too.
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Best Cheap Clothing Brand for Activewear
Z by Zella High Waisted Printed Leggings
Credit: Z by Zella
Pros
Feature top tested brands
Excellent reviews from shoppers
Popular brands available for less
Cons
Less of a selection compared to Nordstrom
Nordstrom Rack is a great site to shop designer goods at a discount. Although the selection isn't as consistent as the Nordstrom site, Nordstrom Rack has a surprisingly robust activewear section with top tested brands like Z By Zella, Nike and Adidas. Plus, the site features reviews and comments from tons of shoppers.
Best Cheap Resale Site for Unique Finds
Depop Outoflove Gold Red Cherry Huggies
Now 37% Off
Credit: outoflovePros
Can follow certain resellers
Trendy, unique finds
Easy to filter by your size
Cons
Shipping fees
Depop is a resale site popular among Gen Z teenagers for having unique, trendy finds. You can search by brand or keyword and then filter by size when shopping for clothes or shoes. Pro tip: Depop lets you follow your favorite resellers, so it's easy to keep up with new styles available.
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Best Cheap Swimwear Brand
CUPSHE Women Falbala High-waisted Bikini Set
Now 11% Off
Credit: CupshePros
Thousands of rave online reviews
Compressive, flattering material
Supportive tops
Cons
Follow the care label instructions closely
Many quality swimwear brands can cost well over $100, but Cupshe suits have thousands of rave reviews and cost under $30. Reviewers love the thick, compressive material, saying it's "extremely flattering" and "looks so pretty on." Available in 19 shades, this high waisted ruffle bikini set has a built-in bra and adjustable straps for excellent support up top.
Best Cheap Jewelry Brand
Madewell Puffed Small Hoop Earrings
Credit: Madewell
Pros
Mimic much pricier styles for under $25
Everyday and statement pieces
Also has an excellent denim selection
Cons
Sterling silver is more malleable than other metals
For everyday and statement pieces alike, Madewell's jewelry section has tons of hidden gems. While the brand's more popular for their denim shop, Madewell fans love the brand's hoops. With trendy yet wearable necklaces, bracelets, rings and earrings, you're sure to find a style (or many!) that you love.
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Best Plus Size Cheap Clothing Brand
Universal Standard Elbe Stretch Poplin Shirt
Credit: Universal Standard
Pros
Sizes 00-40 available for every item
High quality material
Range of items from activewear to professional outfits
Cons
Bit pricier than other brands
When it comes to size inclusivity, no brand is more successful than Universal Standard. The brand offers sizes 00-40 in all of their styles, so plus size shoppers aren't left with a smaller shopping section. Although a bit pricier than other brands, reviewers are impressed with the high quality for the reasonable price and especially love the option to see each garment on a model similar to their body type.
Best Cheap Footwear Brand
Kelly & Katie Gia Sneaker
Credit: Kelly & Katie
Pros
Huge sale section
Tons of promotions online and in store
Top brands on sale
Cons
Shipping costs for orders under $50
Any type of footwear from sneakers to heels can be found for an affordable price at DSW. The sale section online and in stores is unmatched with huge markdowns consistently. These stylish, comfy sneakers from Kelly&Katie are under $25. Reviewers recommend signing up for emails to receive even more discounts.
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Best Cheap Clothing Brand for Intimates
Aerie Wild Side Lace Padded Plunge Bralette
Credit: Aerie
Pros
Top performer in latest bralette test
Under $50 options
Lace styles are especially popular
Cons
Only up to cup size DD
Acing our evaluations in our latest bralette test, Aerie bralettes were popular for being supportive and comfortable while also feeling sexy too. With options ranging from $10-50, there are styles you and your wallet will love. Testers especially loved the brand's padded lace bralettes because they didn't flatten them out and were cute enough to peak out from sweaters or tops.

Emma SeymourTextiles, Paper & Apparel Lab Associate Director
Emma Seymour (she/her) is the associate director of the Good Housekeeping Institute's Textiles, Paper and Apparel Lab, where she has led testing for luggage, pillows, towels, tampons and more since 2018. She graduated from Cornell University with a bachelor of science in fiber science and apparel design and a minor in gerontology, completing research in the Body Scanner Lab on optimizing activewear for athletic performance.
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