Hi everyone and welcome back to my blog! Today I wanted to share with you 5 items (at different price points) to help you delve into the world of luxury designer goods. Now I know that not all of us want to spend so much money on a single item but there are also others who want to ;) I fall into the latter category and while I was always into designer items, I didn't always have the luxury to spend so much money on them, but I still appreciated the craftsmanship and lush feel of the goods so now, whenever I can, I like to treat myself, because, why not?!
In this post, I will also be sharing with you different outfits where I wore these items that I am going to show you so as to give you an idea of how much wear you can get out of them. Think of it as a way of justifying the price 😉 not that you need to justify your spending to anyone, but anyway, you know what I mean.
I will also be giving you tips of what I think is the best approach to making an informed decision on what to buy depending on your tastes, lifestyle and budget so let's jump right into it!
⁕ Sunglasses or Prescription Glasses
⁕ Sunglasses or Prescription Glasses
This is probably the best purchase you can make if you're new to designer goods. You know I wear specs and the ones I have, have already lasted me more than 3 years. They are signed Dolce & Gabbana and they don't show any signs of wear. They did cost me upwards of €300 but when you think about it, I wear them every day and I think they are by far my most used designer piece.
As for sunglasses, my Versace ones are the pair I reach for the most because the shape is timeless and they go with practically everything my wardrobe. They are gold which is my favourite metallic to wear so that guarantees a lot of wear out of them for me and I love the exquisite detailing on them. I think I paid around €200 for these but again, I get so much wear out of them that I really think they were definitely a great purchase.
⁕ Belt
No I am not going to show you the Gucci Marmont belt. No no no! Don't be offended if you have the belt, enjoy wearing it, please do, but I feel that everyone and their mother has one. I personally tend to deviate away from things that everybody has and I tend to gravitate more towards other pieces which do not necessarily prop up all over the internet. Case in point, my Salvatore Ferragamo Gancini belt. I wanted a designer belt and when I was looking at different options, this one caught my eyes. It is reversible so you're sort of getting 2 belts for the price of 1 and I really love the Gancini buckle. I bought this while on honeymoon in Japan so I paid a bit more than the €295 you pay for it in Europe but I love wearing this belt so much that I am considering getting another one in a different style.
⁕ Cardholder
Moving on to something you wouldn't necessarily wear but it's more like something you would carry around in your bag, cardholders or small coin purses are one of the best things you can treat yourself with. They usually come at a more attractive price point (depending on the brand of course), for example this YSL one I have cost €175 and honestly, whenever I am carrying a small bag, this is what I downsize my wallet to. I has a total of 4 card slots - 2 at the front and 2 at the back and a middle compartment which I usually use to carry cash in. There are various options available so do your research well and see what is more practical for you before parting with your cash.
⁕ Scarf
A lot of brands make absolutely gorgeous scarves and let's face it, they are probably some of the most worn accessories around. I have a gorgeous classic Burberry check scarf, which yes, a lot of people have, because it is a classic and so well made. I chose to buy mine in the stone colour rather than the traditional camel background associated with the Burberry house check (again, me and my fixation of not buying what everyone else has) and I also opted to have my initials embroidered on it to give it a more personal touch. The price of these scarves has gone slightly up but when I bought it, I paid €395 for it and come autumn and winter, I really do enjoy wearing it. The cashmere is so soft and cosy that I never want to take it off me!
⁕ Shoes
You probably know which pair I am going to show you here and yes you are right, my Gianvito Rossi Plexi Pumps have got to be the absolute best designer purchase in my collection. I bought them 3 years ago for €600 which is crazy I know, but I wear these shoes to practically everywhere - weddings, parties, events, date nights, you name it! They are the most comfortable pair of heeled shoes I own and I don't regret buying them at all; in fact, I am already looking to buy another pair or two in different colours. They were actually my first ever designer purchase and I'm really happy they are wearing so well!
⁕ Bonus - Wallet on Chain
Most designer brands make what are known as wallets on chain (WOC) which are basically small bags that you can carry as a clutch or on a strap. I have the YSL Monogram WOC which was an engagement gift (apart from the ring) from my now husband. If you've been following me for a while, you know that I wear this bag for a lot of occasions and events and I absolutely love the aesthetic of it; so much so that I got the cardholder to match it. This was close to the €1000 mark (€895 to be exact) so it's sort of at a more accessible price point than other designer bags. Again, there are loads of options from various brands so do make your research beforehand.
Lastly, I wanted to conclude this post with a few tips on how you can make the best possible purchase that you will enjoy for years to come.
- If you look at the items I have shown you, you can tell that I tend to buy classic pieces which will always be in fashion, in colours that never go out of fashion. Of course, your purchase has to fit your aesthetic, but do think it through in terms of will you love the item as much in 2, 3, 5, 10 years?
- Budgeting is highly important too. Please remember that these are luxury items and not something that you have to have just because everybody else does. No bag or pair of shoes or anything that's not a necessity is worth going bankrupt for, work with what you have and you do you!
- YouTube is an excellent resource for luxury lovers and it is where I get most of my research done. Search for reviews and blog posts with clear pictures of the item you are interested in and if you're lucky enough to live near the brand's store, go and have a proper look at the item before buying it.
That's it for this post and I really hope you enjoyed reading through it; please do let me know if you'd like more content of the sort or any other ideas that you might have 😊
