April showers bring May flowers...and also a serious case of the shopsies—aka, that intense urge to toss all your cozy, neutral-hued knitwear for brighter, bolder pieces in lightweight fabrics and vibrant floral prints. There’s just something about spring that makes us want to reinvent each year, and—thus far—2024 is no different. Speaking of reinvention, JCPenney is a treasure trove of amazing, seasonal finds for under $45. What pieces are we most exited to add to cart? Glad you asked. Read on for 10 most-wanted, spring-ready fashion and beauty picks, all from JCPenney.
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10 Spring Fashion and Beauty Picks Under $45 You Won’t Believe We Found at JCPenney
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Published Apr 8, 2024
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1. Liz Claiborne Classic Fit Blazer
Liz Claiborne
A linen suit, but make it shorts. We love the look of this slightly oversized blazer paired with the high-rise pleated shorts. Fully lined and with bold yet classy lapel folds, it can be dressed up or dressed down. The fabric is also soft to the touch, but not too soft during those extra warm spring days.
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- Size Range: US 2 to 20
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2. a.n.a High Rise Long Denim Skirt
a.n.a
Double denim is back—but with a twist. For spring and summer, we’re ditching the typical jeans and a denim jacket and replacing them with a denim skirt and vest. Team yours with a chic necktie and you’ve got a look that’s decidedly French.
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- Size Range: US 2 to 20
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3. a.n.a High Rise Wide Leg Cargo Pant
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We love a good ’90s throwback, and cargo pants are a favorite. Reviewers note that these are cute, but they do run large. They’re made of a cotton-twill blend for a lightweight texture, and feature two slant side pockets in addition to the two cargo ones on each leg.
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- Size Range: US 2 to 20
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Don’t get us wrong, we’re huge fans of the Canadian Tuxedo (see above). But we’re also all about easy dressing, which is why we’re psyched to wear one of spring’s easiest trends—the denim dress. Our pick is the ecru version.
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- Size Range: XS to XXL
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5. St. John’s Bay High Rise Wide Leg Jean
St. Johns Bay
Speaking of Frenchie style, there’s just something about a mariner trouser. The high waist lengthens your leg, while the stretch cotton and wide leg provide comfort. You can wear them with anything in your wardrobe from t-shirts to lace blouses, but we recommend a little front tuck—you’ll want to show off those button details.
FAST FACTS
- Size Range: US 2 to 20
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RMS Beauty
A pioneer of the clean beauty movement, founder Rosie-Marie Swift has been in the beauty game for over 40 years and it shows—RMS products continue to be favorites that we reach for time after time. This multitasking lip and cheek stain is no exception. The color is concentrated, yet blendable so a little goes a long way whether you’re looking for a youthful sheer or a more intense hue.
FAST FACTS
- Benefits: Hydrates while providing buildable color
- Ingredient Callouts: Wildcrafted buriti oil, shea butter, cocoa butter
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You may have heard of the South Korean brand COSRX for its Snail Mucin skincare range, which users describe as hydrating, calming and beneficial for acne-prone skin. Turns out, the brand also makes a pretty great sunscreen. Their Vitamin E Vitalizing Sunscreen is clinically-proven to block UV rays to the strongest degree while controlling oil and sebum. But the key ingredient Tocopherol (aka vitamin E) is what sets it apart—an antioxidant that reduces free radicals and helps reduce visible signs of aging and skin damage. Icing on the cake? Zero white cast.
FAST FACTS
- Benefits: Block UV rays; controls oil and sebum
- Ingredient Callouts: Tocopherol (vitamin E)
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It’s the makeup everyone is raving about and no—it’s not a foundation. This innovative, multi-purpose, liquid glow booster is a skincare-makeup hybrid that’s infused with squalane and hyaluronic acid to enhance the overall look of skin while rendering a soft-focus. It can be used in four ways: alone, over or under makeup, mixed with your favorite foundation, or used as highlighter. Available in flexible shades to match nearly any skin tone, this product may be the last skin tint you ever use.
FAST FACTS
- Benefits: Leaves complexion looking healthy and more radiant
- Ingredient Callouts: 100% vegan, cruelty-free and Leaping Bunny Certified
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9. Wander Beauty Unlashed Volume and Curl Mascara
Wander Beauty
This mascara is 9-in-1. You ready for this rundown? First, it volumizes and curls lashes with every swipe using a buildable formula. It strengthens and reduces fallout with vitamin E, nourishes with licorice root extract and delivers long-wearing, water-resistant results. The unique fine-toothed wand curls and separates, providing fuller looking lashes from root to tip. The innovative staggered bristles can be angled multiple ways to separate and grab every lash. The domed tip grabs the smallest lashes, making sure to curl and lift those stubborn inner ones. And finally, the tube keeps the formula fresher for longer while allowing full control of the amount dispensed onto the wand. Whew. No wonder it’s award-winning.
FAST FACTS
- Benefits: Long-wearing, water-resistant, ophthalmologist-tested
- Ingredient Callouts: Vitamin E conditions while panthenol helps retain moisture
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10. Eyeko Tinted Brow Gel Shape & Define
Eyeko
The perfect everyday brow definer: a best-selling, botanically-enriched formula with a natural finish and flexible hold. Infused with keratin, gingko biloba and proteins, this universal tinted formula visibly improves the appearance of eyebrows while garcinia mangostana fruit extract helps to condition for healthy-looking eyebrows. The nano brush is the key to precise application, ensuring that even the tiniest hairs are put in their place.
FAST FACTS
- Benefits: Natural, long-lasting hold without flaking or stiffness
- Ingredient Callouts: Infused with keratin and gingko biloba to promote growth
