One of my favorite styling tricks is to mix in designer pieces to elevate everyday looks and keep things interesting! Some of my favorite pieces are bags, shoes, and accessories, as those have a longer shelf life. You can read all about how I “afford” many of my designer items here! Even so, there are times when I want the beautiful, trendy design of a higher priced item but am not ready to commit to the price tag! So what do I do? In some cases, I look for items that are similar when I know I don’t want to spend the money. These are my best designer inspired finds that you can find online currently!
Studded sandals
Elevated casuals! The studs go with everything!
Studded Sandals Amazon $19
Valentino sandals $425
Tote bag
Busy girl’s or mama’s bag! There’s nothing you can’t fit in here, in the aptly named Neverfull. 🙂
Checkered tote $100
Louis Vuitton $1100
Studded handbag
This is the bag in the images above! It is one of my most frequented designer bags! It goes with everything.
Rock stud handbag $29
Valentino stud bag $1375
Cozy Throw for Home
I have about 5 throws per room and have been eyeing this one forever! Warm up during cool Spring nights with this cozy designer inspired throw.
Hermes inspired throw $57
Hermes Avalon Throw Blanket $1500
Pouch Bag -best desginer inspired find
This pouch bag was everywhere this season. My good friend Chicamamastyle, who went with me to NYFW had it in light brown and she rocked it. Since seeing it on her, I’ve been wanting one!
Pouch bag $33 Several colors available, my picks are cream & apricot
Bottega Veneta Pouch $2500
Designer Inspired Find Sunnies
Out of all of the items, these Celine Cateye Sunglasses dupes are probably the most beneficial. I don’t know about you, but I’m constantly losing my sunglasses. I will never regret paying less for a pair of sunnies!
Cat-eye sunnies $12.99
Celine Cateye Sunnies $460
Floral ruched dress
I first tried on a Zimmerman dress at NYFW at the Shopbop pop-up store in Soho. The fit was gorgeous and feminine with a mix of sexy florals. I knew I didn’t want to pay the full price tag for an item such as a dress. However, I made up mind to find a sexy, fitted ruched mini dress and alas, here it is! Shop the Mint is one of my favorite online stores. Their clothes are high quality chic and extremely wearable!
Sexy ruched floral mini dress Shop The Mint $54
Zimmerman Ruched Dress $1889 on sale for $888
Polka Dot Designer Inspired Dress
Fitted Polka dot dress! $26.99 Get 20% off with code: KDYQFPIU
Rebecca Taylor Polka Dot Dress $270
Structured Handbag
If there’s one bag, I’ve used over and over, for different occcasions and trips, it’s my Givenchy Antigona. I love the structured look and it fits essentials as well as most looks!
Black tote designer inspired find by Shop The Mint $34
Givenchy Medium Antigona $2450
Mini designer inspired handbag dupe
The dupe found here is a bit more like the Chloe Mini Faye vs the Double C shown below. However, they both have an elegant chic look that is easy to wear!
Maroon Metal Chain Shoulder Bag $47.99
Chloe Double C Mini Bag $1150
Designer Sandals Dupe
This design is such a classic! Flattering and easy to wear, no wonder Hermes Oran sandal has been going strong for a couple of years, despite it’s hefty price tag. Black Hermes dupes here!
Hermes Sandals Dupe $32
Hermes Oran $650
How to style look with best designer inspired finds!
Here are 3 key items from the post, see below for links! My bracelets are by fine jeweler Rachel Lynn Chicago. Get anything on her site for 25% off with code ZIBA.
Other Designer Dupes & best designer inspired finds
Happy shopping! Regardless if it’s designer or not, it’s important to buy quality items. In the cases, that I don’t have the item myself, I’m recommending a retailer I have experience with. There are a couple of exceptions. Hope you enjoyed the best inspired designer finds to help you get the look for less! XO, Z
