Walmart has been making its way onto my timeline a lot lately for its fashion offerings, so I decided to see if the clothes actually live up to the hype.
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To give some context, I’m 24 years old and a recent grad paying New York City rent.
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I occasionally buy newly made clothes, but I never saw Walmart as a fashion destination that I would consider for my fall wardrobe.
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To my surprise, the retailer has a large fashion portfolio, including exclusive brands like Scoop, Free Assembly, Scenario, Joyspun, Avia and Athletic Works, along with collaborations and collections from brands like Madden NYC, Levi’s, Hanes and Reebok.
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I’m someone who genuinely loves shopping for clothes, but I’m also always looking for pieces that feel stylish and well-made but don’t cost a small fortune.
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So, when I went to a Walmart Supercenter and spent hours browsing the racks and trying things on I was pleasantly surprised.
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I found workwear I could easily incorporate into my office wardrobe, jackets that reminded me of pieces I’ve seen at much more expensive retailers, comfortable shoes, everyday bags and plenty of basics.
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Most importantly, these weren’t pieces I liked for the price.
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Many of them were clothes and accessories I would genuinely wear regardless of where they came from and they were affordable.
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Below are my favorite Walmart fashion finds from my shopping trip, including pieces I bought or would go back for.
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Every piece costs less than $100.
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The best clothing from Walmart
From a genuine suede jacket to $27 sneakers, these are the exclusive Walmart fashion finds that impressed me most after trying them in person.
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The lightweight fabric feels relaxed rather than stiff, and the tie detail gives you multiple ways to style it: I especially liked that I could tie it in the front or back depending on the look I wanted.
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I’m 5-foot-5 and typically wear a medium, but I comfortably fit a size a small, so you may want to consider sizing down depending on your preferred fit.
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It reminds me of blouses I own from J.Crew and Banana Republic (where I am a loyal credit card holder, respectively), but at a much lower price.
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My size wasn’t available in store, but this blouse immediately stood out as a business-casual staple.
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It has an intentionally flowy, oversized silhouette with voluminous bishop sleeves, and the cotton fabric makes it a practical layering piece as temperatures change.
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I’d pair it with fitted or tailored pants to balance the volume on top, but it would work equally well with jeans or a midi skirt.
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The first thing I noticed about this top was how soft it felt.
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It has a relaxed, oversized shape, drop shoulders and a three-button Henley neckline, making it something I could easily wear around the house as loungewear and then keep on to run errands.
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The fabric is lightweight, breathable and slightly stretchy, while the cuffed sleeves and curved hem make it look more put-together than your average pajama top.
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It would be the ideal top for traveling — though I once swore I would never show up to the airport in pjs.
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Although Walmart describes it as cropped, it didn’t feel particularly short on my 5-foot-5 frame, especially when I paired it with mid-waisted jeans.
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The removable matching scarf is what really sold me: wear it together for a preppy, country-club-inspired look or remove it when you want a simple crewneck.
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The sweater reminded me of some of the cashmere and knit styles I’ve seen at Gap, and I could easily wear it to work, school or on the weekend.
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That’s the thought that immediately entered my mind when I saw myself in this blazer.
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The version I tried in store didn’t have the embellishments, but I loved the relaxed, boxy silhouette and especially liked wearing it open.
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It gave me the polished, slightly oversized look I associate with brands like Aritzia and Reformation.
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The online version comes with detachable jeweled pins on the lapel, which gives you even more ways to style it.
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At less than $15, this sweater vest one of the best values I found.
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The knit felt soft and didn’t shed while I was trying it on, and the colors looked just as rich and vibrant in person as it does online.
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The tailored edges and button front make it easy to layer over a blouse or T-shirt for work, but you can also wear it alone with jeans or a skirt.
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I’d size up if you want a more relaxed, oversized look.
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The styling reminded me of knitwear I’d typically look for at Zara or Mango.
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This jacket had so many little details that made it stand out.
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There’s a high collar, removable hood, cape-like yoke, pockets and an adjustable waist that lets you completely change the silhouette.
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I cinched mine to give the jacket more shape, and I loved how it looked and felt when I had it on.
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It reminded me of the playful utility outerwear I’ve seen from brands like Sandy Liang and Damson Madder, but without the designer price attached to it.
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The jacket is made from 100% genuine suede and feels soft, warm and substantial.
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It has a cropped silhouette, stand collar, functional pockets and a full lining, and I immediately thought of jackets I’ve seen at vintage leather stores and retailers like Sézane and Revolve for considerably more.
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…and 80 more, not listed.
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