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Can’t wait until pay day to shop? These fabulous finds for £5 and under will keep you going!

When you're feeling thrifty but can’t fight the urge to spend, these gems for £5 and under will scratch that itch!

THE run-up to pay day is never easy.

After blowing your budget early in the month, it doesn't take long before it's beans on toast for dinner and 'exciting' nights in, leaving shopping trips out of the equation. But no matter how tight your purse strings have got, we've got the perfect solutions to keep your cravings for a spree at bay.

Slogan Tee, £4.99, Pull and Bear

 For just £4.99, this slogan tee from Pull and Bear could transform an outfit
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For just £4.99, this slogan tee from Pull and Bear could transform an outfitCredit: Pull and Bear

Have you reached the point where you think you can only afford coffee in the days before you get paid?

We've all been there.

But then Pull and Bear go and bring out this for just £4.99!

At that price, it's hard to say no (so why bother even trying?).

Necklace, £3.99, Bershka

 This statement necklace is a subtle yet powerful addition to your wardrobe
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This statement necklace is a subtle yet powerful addition to your wardrobeCredit: Bershka

Not into statement tees? Go a little more subtle with this from Bershka.

It's only £3.99, but it certainly packs a punch.

3. Fishnet socks, £4.99, Stradivarius

 These stylish socks are ideal for the transitional weather
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These stylish socks are ideal for the transitional weatherCredit: Stradivarius

Toughen up your look with Stradivarius' , which we can't get enough of.

They're just £4.99, keeping your bank balance ticking along nicely.

4. Earrings, £5, Peacocks

 Peacocks is a great pre-pay day pit-stop
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Peacocks is a great pre-pay day pit-stopCredit: Peacocks

Tassel earrings have been huge this season and judging from this beautiful , the trend shows no signs of slowing down.

Lucky for you, they're only £5.

Peacocks, we salute you!

5. Bag, £3, TU at Sainsbury's

 For just £3, this bag could be yours
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For just £3, this bag could be yoursCredit: Tu at Sainsburys

This from TU at Sainsbury's is a total steal for just £3.

Ideal for beach holidays and shopping trips, it's not just a bargain, but it's practical too!

6. Hat, £5, Topshop

 Save money and be stylish with this straw hat from Topshop
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Save money and be stylish with this straw hat from TopshopCredit: Topshop

If you're really pushing the boat out, why not add this to your shopping basket?

It's only £5 from Topshop, but despite being cheap and cheerful, it's totally chic.

7. Belts, 3 for £5, Matalan

 Belt up with Matalans bargains
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Belt up with Matalans bargainsCredit: Matalan

Get not one, not two, but from Matalan for just £5.

If that's not smart spending, we don't know what is!

8. Scarf, £4.99, H&M

 Add a touch of colour to your ensemble with this printed scarf
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Add a touch of colour to your ensemble with this printed scarfCredit: HM

As summer starts to wrap up, it's the perfect time to rock a printed scarf!

This is just £4.99, making it affordable too.

9. Plate, £5, Paperchase

 Impress your guests with this cute plate from Paperchase
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Impress your guests with this cute plate from PaperchaseCredit: Paperchase

If you're looking to add a pop of colour to your kitchenware, look no further.

Sunnylife at Paperchase have the answer with this kitsch , available now for just £5.

10. Beret, £4, Primark

 Primark has the answer with this pink beret
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Primark has the answer with this pink beretCredit: Primark

Beret's are set to be HUGE this Autumn / Winter, so be ahead of the trend and buy this pink Primark hat before summer is through.

Worried about spending your pennies? We've got you covered, as it's only £4!

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