I'm not going to lie—one of my favorite parts of my job as a senior market editor is scouring Zara's website daily to see what exciting new arrivals have landed. What's even more thrilling is when I find an affordable gem that looks really expensive. This week, a whole host of spring/summer pieces just dropped, and naturally, I ransacked the site in order to find the chicest, most luxe-looking warm-weather pieces that look so classy you'd never know they're under $50! Keep scrolling to see 40 of my favorite under-$50 Zara finds for spring/summer, from pleated linen pants to pretty pointelle tops and metallic shoes. Oh, and of course, pick up plenty of styling inspiration along the way.
The pretty pointelle top in the above picture.
I've personally tried these at Zara, and they look so luxe.
This linen set is perfection.
Shop the matching Linen Blend Shorts ($40).
A chic belt will pull your whole look together.
The back is gorgeous too.
It's all about sheer pieces this season.
Shop the matching Semi Sheer Skirt ($50).
Trust me—these silver beauties will sell out fast.
The perfect spring-to-summer top.
An elevated basket bag.
This draped swimsuit looks so expensive.
Your chic everyday sandals, found.
The perfect silhouette.
I recommend wearing this with its matching top.
Shop the matching Ruched Satin Effect Top ($36).
A versatile and understated button-down you'll be wearing on repeat.
Minimalist chic.
A summer top you can wear to work.
Crisp tailored trousers always look luxurious.
The embroidered detail is beautiful.
Wear this on your next evening out and expect plenty of compliments.
Just add silver sandals and a white tank for a trendy summer look.
No one will believe this is only $50.
From meetings to margaritas in style.
Lean into this season's biggest color trend—fiery red.
This has been a WWW best seller.
A quiet-luxury handbag for the win.
For the beach, brunch, bar, and beyond.
The green leather detail gives this raffia bag an elevated touch.
Strapless silhouettes are trending.
Those thin spaghetti straps, though!
You can never go wrong with a stylish striped sweater.
The styling possibilities are endless.
This looks way more expensive than its price tag.
There's something so classy about satin shoes.
This sheer skirt looks like it stepped straight off the runway.
Cute-skirt alert.
French-girl vibes.
So good for the price.
Silver jewelry is having a major moment this season.
Effortlessly elegant.
Just add a white tee, a black belt, and sleek black sandals.
Next, 32 Pretty Under-$90 Shoes and Bags From Zara That Will Enhance Any Spring Outfit
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