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Splurges & Dupes - Beauty Edition
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items I like things that make me feel pretty and pampered, but the budget can only go so far. Some of these luxury splurges, I only have my eye on them (ahem, Van Cleef…a girl can dream), while others are ones that I've splurged on and either continue buyi...
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Watches to Watch Out For
You Glow, Girl
Close-Match Clothes
Accessories to Add Some Oomph
Watches to Watch Out For
These beautiful watches range in price from massive splurge to bargain dupes.
Major Splurge! If anyone ever wants to buy me a gift and has a couple hundred thousand dollars sitting around, by all means, give me a Van Cleef & Arpels watch. They're truly luxurious.
Charms Romance Parisienne Rencontre watch
Dupe! These dried flower watches come in many colors and are so delicate and pretty. Not Van Cleef level, but they're unique and beautiful.
Pink Women's Watch, Flower Wrist Watch,Pressed Flowers, Queen Anne Lace Watch
Dupe! This beautiful Shinola watch has the whimsical, luxurious feel of a Van Cleef & Arpels masterpiece but at a fraction of the cost.
The Celestial Derby 38mm
Splurge! Another Van Cleef work of art. This watch in their Alhambra line will only set you back $19,000 or so.
Perlée watch, 30 mm
Dupe! This fun emerald-hued vintage clover leaf design is similar to the Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra watch, and it's a fraction of the cost.
Handmade Women's Jewelry Dainty Green Watches Green Women Wrist Watch,Vintage Green Watch,Gold Green Watch Luxurious Watch For Women
Splurge! I'm a child of the 80's, and I'm so glad that Swatch is still making cool, fun watches.
C-PINK
Dupe! Another fun bubblegum pink 80's throwback, but a lot less money. This Casio is super cute!
Casio Women's LRW-200H Pink Resin Watch
You Glow, Girl
I like a fairly natural look with my makeup, but I do love products that enhance the way my skin looks and feels.
Splurge! This foundation is a light, matte but hydrating coverage with built-in SPF. Yes, it's pricey, but if you're going to pamper anything, your skin is a great place to start.
Reveal Skin-Optimizing Refillable Soft Matte Foundation
Dupe! Colour Pop makes a surprisingly luxurious-feeling tinted moisturizer. It doesn't have SPF, but it's lightweight with nice buildable coverage and feels great on the skin.
Pretty Fresh Hyaluronic Acid Tinted Moisturizer - ColourPop | Ulta Beauty
Splurge! (But totally worth it.) This is one of my must-have skin splurges. As my skin has aged, I've had the unfortunate wrinkles and acne combo, and this miracle serum tackles both. Its main ingredient, lactic acid, handles both without drying out ...
Good Genes All-In-One AHA Lactic Acid Treatment
Dupe! Similar to Sunday Riley's Good Genes serum, this serum's active ingredient is lactic acid. At a fraction of the price, it's a great, affordable option.
Lactic Acid 10% + HA 2% Exfoliating Serum
Splurge! Prescription lash growth formula Latisse is clinially proven to give you longer lashes. But it comes with a steep price tag and can cause some side effects.
Latisse | Latisse 5ML - 10-Week Supply
Dupe! The results probably won't be as dramatic as with a prescription, but for less than half the price, Olaplex makes an impressive lash serum.
Lashbond Building and Enhancing Serum
Splurge! Nobody does spas like Vegas. Sometimes, what you really need is a trip to pamper yourself and your skin and body to the max.
Best Spas in Las Vegas
Dupe! It may not be a full-on trip to the spa, but a home spa kit like this one can definitely give you the tools you need to treat yo'self.
Self Care Spa Gift Box | Relaxation Spa Set | Unwind Spa Gift for Her | Pamper Gift Best Friend Mom | Home Spa Day | Anniversary Gift Box
Splurge! This serum cream is like a deep gulp of moisture for your skin. A little goes a long way.
Indigo Overnight Repair Serum in Cream Treatment
Dupe! I've been super impressed with Neutrogena's Hydro Boost line of moisturizers. This is thick and hydrating without being sticky or oily feelings. Great for my dried out winter skin.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Face Gel for Dry Skin - Fragrance Free - 1.7oz
Close-Match Clothes
I don't claim to be the biggest style maven, but I love a comfy, cozy, cute wardrobe.
Splurge! The Athleta Pranayama Wrap is the comfiest, coziest, softest cardigan. It's like wrapping yourself in a cloud.
Pranayama Restore Rib Wrap
Dupe! This soft bamboo viscose wrap is super cozy and a steal compared to the Athleta Pranayama wrap.
LazyCozy Women's Open-Front Long-Sleeve Cardigan
Splurge! Lululemon has the most buttery soft leggings, and as a tall woman, I love that they come in different inseam lengths.
lululemon Align™ High-Rise Pant 28"
Dupe! These leggings are buttery soft and comfy, and at ¼ the price of Lululemon, they're a steal. They don't come in all the different size and inseam options that Lululemon does, but again…¼ the cost.
THE GYM PEOPLE High Waist Yoga Pants with Pockets
Splurge! This cottagecore midi dress from Anthropologie comes in so many fun, cozy patterns.
The Peregrine Midi Dress
Steal! At less than half the price, this cottagecore romantasy style midi dress from Quince is so flouncy and lovely.
100% Organic Cotton Poplin Tiered Maxi Dress in Romantic Stems
Splurge! It doesn't get much more flirty and fun than this cute one-piece mini dress from Anthropologie. It comes in several fun colors and patterns.
The Tommie Cap-Sleeve Smocked Front-Zip Shirt Dress: Mini Edition
Steal! This cute V-neck romper from American Eagle is all the style without the price tag.
AE V-Neck Romper
Splurge! This dramatic button front dress from Anthropologie is designed to turn heads with its eye-catching color and bold pattern.
The Katerina Button-Front Dress
Steal! This poplin dress gives the same French country weekender vibe with eye-catching brights but at a fraction of the cost of the Anthro option.
Linen-Blend Button-Front Midi Dress | Old Navy
Splurge! This luxurious mini puff dress from Anthropologie channels the 80s in the best possible way.
Mare Mare Off-The-Shoulder Puff-Sleeve Shine Mini Dress
Steal! This taffeta mini bubble dress from Old Navy Occasion has the same 80's confection vibe as the Anthro version but at a fraction of the cost.
The Occasion by Old Navy Taffeta Bubble Mini Dress | Old Navy
Accessories to Add Some Oomph
You can elevate even the simplest outfit by accessorizing with a fun statement piece or two.
Splurge! Pandora charm bracelets make such a fun gift, either for yourself, your sister, girlfriend, wife, mom, or grandmother. I love that they're buildable and meaningful.
Charms for Bracelets & Necklaces | Custom Charms | Pandora US
Dupe! This Etsy shop has a ton of different charms you can choose from to make this sweet charm bracelet your own.
CHARM BRACELET, Design Your Own, Choose Your Charms, Charm Bracelets, Gifts For Her
Splurge! The iconic Hermès scarf is the definition of classic elegance.
Hermès Emile et Une Nuit scarf 90
Dupe! Vera Bradley makes gorgeous, bright, silk scarves that feel luxurious and elevate your outfit without breaking the bank.
Square Silk Scarf
Splurge! I do love the classic style and lines of Ralph Lauren's bags. The price tag is a bit steep, though.
Leather Medium Bellport Tote from Ralph Lauren
Dupe! This leather tote has ample room and a fun detail with the handles. The price is right on. Love!
Cognac leather tote, Woman leather bag, Leather tote bag, Tote leather bag, Leather shopping bag, Woman shoulder bag, Woman leather purse
Splurge! This Suzanne Kalan rainbow gemstone ring is so fun and unique, but a bit pricey.
14ct Gold Mix-Cut Rainbow Half Band Ring
Dupe! This rainbow sapphire eternity band is gorgeous and fun and a downright steal.
Vintage Rainbow Sapphire Ring 3mm Wedding Band Gradient September Birthstone Ring Full Eternity Band Stacking Rings Rose Gold Blue Pink Ring
Splurge! You know I can't say “no” to a fun Fluevog find. This Anna Sui collab is a little bit punk, a lot of chic.
Anna Gothic - Black | Shoulder Bag With Metal Hardware | Fluevog Shoes
Dupe! This Doc Marten black shoulder messenger bag still feels a bit punk with sleek refinement but at a fraction the cost. And anyone who buys leather goods from Dr. Marten's knows that they last forever.
DR MARTENS 11 inch Leather Messenger Bag
Splurge! This lovely silver and gemstone bracelet from Dinny Hall celebrates the suffragette movement and women's right to vote.
Sterling Silver Suffragette Trilogy Bracelet
Steal! Choose your gemstone with this fun birthstone Brook and York bracelet at Anthropologie.
Brook & York Custom Birthstone Beaded Stretch Bracelet
Splurge! Another Van Cleef beauty that's a bit out of my price range. lol
Vintage Alhambra bracelet, 5 motifs
Steal! This clover chain bracelet from Anthropologie is so cute and an absolute bargain.
Clover Chain Wrap Bracelet