While it is important to look good and stay up to date with the latest fashion trends, affordability can often be a liability for men and women. However, the new wave of affordable fashion has changed the way we look at style. It is always important to experiment with clothes and update your wardrobe with the latest trends. However, the best and most expensive clothes are not always fashionable, let’s get that right Who says fashion fanatics have to abide by the rules and stick to brands as expensive as Zac Posen or Prada? One can look elegant despite these luxury brands and still pull off a stylish look in a budget! Some affordable clothing labels namely H&M, Tommy Hilfiger, Banana Republic, Alfani and Zara have taken fashion to new heights and we just can’t seem to get enough of them! A few of these brands are splendid wear-and-go fashion labels and great options for men and women to choose from. They have stunning clothes and accessories, namely jumpsuits, gowns, formal and casual wear, jackets, handbags, earrings, wallets, sunglasses, watches and jeans. What makes a shopping spree more fun is the sale season, which offers discounts up to 50 percent off on almost all items. That said, German fashion mogul, Heidi Klum embarked on a daring venture and has a launched an affordable clothing line titled Esmara that provides people with great clothes on a budget. Among other entrepreneurs making a mark in the fashion world are Sarah Jareth and Brian Lichtenberg who recommend affordable fashion to masses. Most extravagant looks we get to ogle on ramps and prominent fashion shows like New York and Paris Fashion Weeks can be channelled in a budget. For instance, a bomber jacket or jumpsuit from Chanel can be purchased from another brand label in almost half the price and the quality will not be compromised either. You have the brand and outfit, that too in a budget! Most extravagant looks we get to ogle on ramps and prominent fashion shows like New York and Paris Fashion Weeks can be channelled in a budget. For instance, a bomber jacket or jumpsuit from Chanel can be purchased from another brand label in almost half the price and the quality will not be compromised either. You have the brand and outfit, that too in a budget! It is always important to experiment with clothes and update your wardrobe with the latest trends. However, the best and most expensive clothes are not always fashionable, let’s get that right. It all depends on what looks and fits best, from colour selection to perfect pairings and like so. As the legendary Anna Wintour says, people respond well to those that are sure of what they want. The writer is also a model and an actor. He can be reached at haiderrifaat95@gmail.com Published in Daily Times, December 27th 2017.