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Fashion: Best Designer Investments
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items Top designer investments you will keep forever. Skip the trends, focus on good quality that will last, including pre-owned options.
A pair of pointed low kitten heels with a gold accent piece like these Valentino sling backs are a timeless investment. Whether you are wearing a skirt, dress, cropped jeans, or trousers, these will be your go to flats for years to come.
Slingback Ballerina Flats
A classy statement that is quiet luxury—no logo mania here. Made in Italy. There is a reason why the price point is steep. A tan or black brown intrecciato leather bag is a timeless investment, and the option to be a crossbody or a top handle purse i...
A Classic Bottega Veneta Bag
Quality gold hoops with a twist. It's worth investing in 18K gold for a timeless treasure.
Hoop Earrings in 18k Gold
A quality silk scarf is the perfect investment piece to add richness to your wardrobe. You can wear it with a t-shirt, button down, so many options.
Silk Square Scarf
A quality black leather belt with a gold accent piece looks rich and sophisticated with any outfit. This one by the Row has an interesting buckle shape that is subtle but unique without being logo centric.
Black and Gold Leather Belt
A clutch bag that can be worn as a clutch or shoulder bag is always a great investment. Made in Spain, Loewe offers beautiful bags in rich colors and dates back to 1846.
Clutch Bag in Napa Leather
A long fitted black blazer is the perfect staple piece that instantly adds luxury to your outfit. It can be worn year round, and a fitted look will never go out of style. The longer length works on most body frames and looks fantastic when paired wit...
Long Fitted Blazer
Classic black cat eye shaped designer sunglasses. Universally flattering, these will never go out of style and will take any outfit to the next level—especially a white t-shirt and jeans.
Black Cat-Eye Sunglasses
A neutral colored cashmere blend oversized scarf is perfect for fall and winter.
Cashmere-Blend Scarf
Prada makes the most chic and comfortable loafers—I can attest! These can be worn virtually any season and look incredibly chic with ankle jeans, wide leg jeans, and trousers.
Leather Slip-On Flat Loafers
A crepe black sophisticated dress will be your go to for numerous occasions. Crepe material always looks and feels quality.
Black Crepe Maxi Dress
A pair of dark wash straight leg denim jeans will be your go to. Incredibly easy to dress up, dark denim elongates the legs and looks chic.
Mid-Rise Classic Straight-Leg Denim
A slightly oversized trench coat modernizes this classic investment.
Oversized Belted Trench Coat
Stunning and timeless. No logo here, just a sleek piece that will forever look chic with anything you wear.
Tiffany Lock Bangle in Yellow Gold
Another timeless investment that will look chic with a button down shirt, belt, bodysuit, or even a white t-shirt.
High-Waist Wide-Leg Pants
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A gorgeous 18K gold chain necklace like this thrifted option from David Yurman.
18K Diamond Toggle Necklace
A Celine shoulder bag like this pre-owned option in great condition.
Celine Shoulder Bag
A quality black leather blazer will look chic with a slight edge for years to come. This investment will truly never go out of style and will take your wardrobe to the next level.
Single-breasted leather blazer
A classy Chanel bag in a neutral color will never steer you wrong. You can find great pre-owned options to save extra funds as it's a longterm and highly expensive investment.
2022 Medium Chanel Flap Bag
Practical yet chic pointed black ankle boots you can walk in. You'll want to ensure they come high enough to cover the ankle (this will look chic with ankle length straight leg jeans and pants) and that the toe is more pointed or square.
Black Leather Pointed Toe High Ankle Boots
Wardrobe NYC makes gorgeous pieces, including an essential long structured overcoat. This tan color is a worthy investment and will look polished with boots, flats, to sneakers, you name it.
Double-Breasted Wool Long Coat
Classic white leather low tops are a worthy investment. No longer is the time of Nike Dunks (IMO). Paired with ankle suit pants, to jeans, and even dresses, they will always look clean and classic.
White Leather Low-Top Sneakers
Practical and effortlessly stylish, ballerinas are a top priority investment.
Sleek Ballerina Flats