Best summer fashion and beauty picks for under $50

This season's most fabulous finds that won't hurt your budget

By Photography by Roberto Caruso

Updated October 6, 2018

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Saddle up

This equestrian-inspired purse grants our three wishes: It’s hot, it’s affordable and it goes with everything!

Bag, $27, Old Navy.

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Made you blush

Sweep on this baked mineral powder for a sheer wash of colour.

M.A.C Mineralize blush in feeling flush, $28, MAC Cosmetics.

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Play day

Enjoy the warm weather in easy summer separates.

Top, $15, Pure Alfred Sung. Skirt, $30, Old Navy. Belt, $36, Esprit.

Fly girl

Keep your cool with a pair of classic aviator shades.

Attitude sunglasses, $25, Sears.

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Get sporty

Whether you spend your weekends downtown or at the park, these stylish sandals will keep your feet happy all day long.

Sandals, $24, Teva.

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Easy on the eyes

Luxe skincare line L’Occitane en Provence moves into the world of makeup with a palette of beautiful eyeshadows.

Pivoine flora petals eyeshadows, $30, Loccitane.

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Friendship bracelet

A portion of the profits from this on-trend accessory benefits Free the Children.

Bracelet, $40, Me to We.

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In bloom

Add a pretty detail to any outfit with this floral scarf.

Scarf, $40, Esprit.

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Humidity helper

Beat the heat and boost shine with this frizz-taming miracle worker.

Essensity natural shine serum, $22, Schwarzkopf Professional.

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