In My Humble Opinion, These Bags, Dresses, and Shoes Are as Good as Designer
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@deborabrosaI love a luxurious, designer item, as much as anyone does. They are true investments for good reason, often made using top notch production processes and the best materials on the planet. Too often than not, my budget doesn’t match the price points though. I love a good, end-of-season sale, where you really can dig through the markdowns and find some real gems, but let’s face it—at full price, I generally can’t hang. So, I make it my mission to find stellar, contemporary items throughout the season that are just as good as designer, in order to satisfy my taste for luxury goods without compromising my savings account. How else will I be able to afford a vacation every now and again, am I right?Since quality is important to me, I look for pieces that are still well-made, timeless, and generally use good materials—think real leather, over faux—that will get me the most bang for my buck. At the moment, I have an obsession with handbags, dresses, and shoes. I’ve found these categories offer a lot of opportunity to spring for something cool and chic, without having to pay upwards of $1k or more. Structured bags, classic dresses with a twist, and pointy shoes—like knee-high boots and kitten heels—are all at the top of my current shopping cart lists (and I have a hunch, you're going to love them too). Take a peek below, to see what I am shopping for right now.
BAGS WITH SERIOUS STRUCTURE
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@deborabrosaThis bright, cherry red is sure to break up the winter doldrums.
This has Y2K vibes written all over it and I am here for it.
Puffy, compact, and will fit all the essentials.
It's giving me '90s, shoulder bag at its finest.
This moon shape will stand-out in a crowd.
CLASSIC DRESSES WITH A TWIST
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@champagnemaniLadylike tweed gets a modern makeover.
I love a winter white (but it also comes in black, if you prefer).
This chain link belt is really selling it for me.
Comfortable and practical. All I want in a dress right now.
This sweetheart neckline is divine.
I can't wait to wear this with the sheerest, black tights possible.
SHOES THAT GET TO THE POINT
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@kitkeenanI would pair these with a sock now and barefoot, come spring.
A sexy, little kitten heel to pair back to jeans, dresses, and skirts.
Suede boots are always a must-have, in my book.
I am stepping it up with white shoes this season; a departure from my classic black.
A little bit of a splurge, but totally worth it.
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