A lady should be two things, classy and fabulous
Coco Chanel
I absolutely love this quote but I would like to add one more adjective here; that a woman should be “3” things….classy, fabulous, and intelligent!
This one’s a hit! This just in, shopping online is seriously fun but can be time-consuming especially if you are recreating haute couture!
That’s why I’ve done the grit work for you. Check out these affordable fashion week streetwear outfits that you can try out. Note: I’ve also provided a DUPE designer handbag option which is the major money-saver for the outfit. You don’t have to purchase the dupes, you can simply go for a simple handbag, from h&m or any of these other budgeted fashion stores, in a similar colour which is far more affordable but if you’re in more of a saving mode or on a strict budget, you don’t have to suffer in quality of clothing or accessories.
The overall quality is what creates the haute couture look plus name brands, but there are solutions to dressing the style without the price tag.
These dupes are similar to the actual purses, but of course, aren’t the same leather because they are a vegan version, so they will be slightly different, also I notice the stitching or colour can be ever so slightly different. These differences are not noticeable from afar or up close for that matter, but perhaps a handbag fanatic/pro could tell you the difference.
I honestly don’t feel judged while purchasing these dupes because it is for different reasons, and definitely not for creating a facade, but merely for creating a statement or eye-pleasing style without having to break the bank. Not all of us are blessed with excess cash laying around.
Sometimes dropping $5000 plus on just one outfit isn’t within our means.
Let’s face it, working wives, mothers, and women are not thinking of splurging on themselves on a daily basis. In fact probably never, due to the sole fact that there is always something else far more urgent or important on the priority list!
I’m not saying ladies aren’t prioritizing themselves. I’m just simply saying that, if a woman is to splurge on herself, it would probably be on something mentally relaxing like self-care, manicures, pedicures, massage, or a facial kind of thing. We are all on a different journey this post is just food for thought.
Well, ladies, I am here to tell you
Dressing up is, in itself, an act of mental therapy and self-therapy
Studies have shown certain dressing styles and wearing certain colours affect how we feel and ultimately how we will function throughout the day. Check out my post about the low down on that.
I certainly feel the difference between wearing casual-workout-gear all day, to a more casually fab look with statement pieces and bold colours. If I were to describe it, I feel I’ve released all the negative energy inside, I look better so I naturally feel better. I mean it doesn’t make or break my day…..okay maybe sometimes, but generally I feel on top of the world when I’m I’m neat, tidy, and haute couture in comfort!
So let’s get haute-couture-on-a-budget creative. Why? Because we are smart.
OUCH, THOSE ARE QUITE EXPENSIVE OUTFITS but extremely cute and totally a statement ensemble worth trying.
As you can see if you went shopping on farfetch.com, an online shopping site that is home to multiple top-of-the-line fashion designers’ clothing, you would end up spending roughly $5000 CAD. Check out the link to shop for authentic designer wear. A big chunk of the cost of these outfits is the YSL crocodile print sunset bag and GG Soho bag.
In my post, the best thing about these outfits is I shopped almost all of the pieces on amazon to give you a more affordable option.
You wouldn’t believe how expensive you can look without having to break the bank!
Dupe Purse vs Real?
Buying Dupe handbags is definitely a way to look high-end without the high-end spending. I have to admit, they look more interesting and detailed than a non-name brand which in my opinion gives the look expression of personality. Whatever you are feeling that day can be seen in your accessories.
However, of course, the originals are in a class of their own. The overall fabric feel, the detailing in hardware and stitching, and the overall finishing is impeccable, but so is the price tag. That being said, you cannot visually see any differences.
Big savings when you find a high-quality dupe designer Yves Saint Laurent and Gucci purse
My dupe GG Soho purse is an exact high-end replica
Costs range from $80-$250. Wow, HUGE savings! Click the picture for a link to a dupe option.
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So what does the finished budgeted designer outfit look like?
$5000 outfit for $375 looks like this
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