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FA S HI ON MA R 29, 2020

22 Relatively Affordable
Items I'd Buy From
Designer Brands
by ALLYSON PAYER

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At times like these, it can be hard to fathom

spending a lot of money on designer fashion
items. But in case you are in the mood for a
little pick-me-up, I got you. When I purchase
designer items, they're rarely big-ticket ones,
unless it's a bag or pair of shoes that I know I'll
wear forever and have saved up for. Most of the
designer items I own are more along the lines of
hair accessories, scarfs, T-shirts, socks, belts—
little pieces that make a big impact on my
outfits but not on my bank account.

Believe it or not, even brands like Gucci,

Chanel (in the form of a hand cream, but it's a
chic one!), Fendi, and Versace have cheap-ish
items (relatively speaking, of course). There are
key chains, sunglasses, wallets, slippers, and
even some shoes that are guaranteed to amplify
your wardrobe. (And just wait until you see the
Prada hair clip that I can't stop thinking about.)
Scroll to shop them all—starting at $50.

SHOP Favo

Gucci GG Pattern Cotton Blend Socks ($120)

I purchased a similar pair of Gucci socks earlier

this year and they're basically my favorite thing.
Just be sure to handwash them to keep them
pristine.

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SHOP Favo

Saint Laurent Cat-Eye Tortoiseshell-Acetate Sunglasses

($268)

Classic shades like this are a good investment.

SHOP Favo

Prada Plex Triangle Barrette ($280)

So very appealing.

SHOP Favo

Versace Jungle Satin Slippers ($150)

Classic Versace.

SHOP Favo

Proenza Schouler White Label Cropped Fine Gauge Rib

Cardigan ($350)

Maybe my favorite cardigan of all time.

SHOP Favo

Bottega Veneta Leather Belt ($360)

Subtle yet recognizable.

SHOP Favo

Loewe Logo Keychain ($280)

I'm due for a new keychain and this one is a

strong contender.

SHOP Favo

Tibi Front Wrap Top ($295)

You can wear this out, but I love it tucked in.

SHOP Favo

Jacquemus Porte Leather Wristlet Wallet ($258)

Jacquemus' little leather accessories bring me

much joy.

SHOP Favo

Acne Studios Caroly Cotton Twill Hat ($100)

I wanted this even before baseball caps were a

trend.

SHOP Favo

Off-White Zip Tie Jelly Sandals ($207)

Not the jellies I wore when I was 8 years old.

SHOP Favo

Fendi Set of Two Logo-Print Silk Hair Scrunchies ($270)

I don't think I've ever wanted a scrunchie more

(and you get two!).

SHOP Favo

Marni Metallic Earrings ($290)

A nice change from my usual hoops and studs.

Waldorf Astoria Maldives

A tropical playground
brimming with natural beauty.

SHOP Favo

Chanel La Creme Main Hand Cream ($50)

Pricey, but everyone raves about it.

SHOP Favo

Chloé' C-Monogram Leather Card and Coin Purse ($280)

Anyone else on the hunt for a wallet that will

actually fit in their mini bags?

SHOP Favo

Isabel Marant Benkeen Sneakers ($285)

For wearing with denim, dresses, or sweats.

SHOP Favo

Nanushka Kiki Stretch-Denim Shorts ($245)

I'm swapping all of my short-shorts out for this

length.

SHOP Favo

Burberry Logo Bra Top ($260)

I'd wear this under a white button-down with

high-waisted jeans if it were mine.

SHOP Favo

Alexander Wang Black Satin Lunch Bag Clutch ($285)

This bag is a celebrity favorite for obvious

reasons.

SHOP Favo

Kenzo All Over Kenzo Jacquard Sweater ( $325) $228

As cozy as it is chic.

SHOP Favo