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Designer Looks for Less | Save vs. Splurge


I love a good deal, I especially love when I find trendier pieces that are almost as good as the designer originals for a fraction of the price. I looked back at this post I did in 2017and it’s crazy that all of those items are still in style! Here are some of my current favorite save vs. splurge pieces!  



  • If you’ve been on Instagram then you have definitely seen the Gucci belt, but for a fraction of the price, this INC International belt gives off the same vibe! 
  • My absolute favorite shoes to wear in the spring are slip on sneakers. The Steve Madden versioncome in almost as many colors as the Vince ones. These look so similar, that when I was making the info graphic, I kept putting them in the wrong section!
  • The transparent purse is the “IT” bag for Spring and Summer, but the price of the Staud “Shirley Bag”is a bit too much for such a trendy item. The Top Shop bag is a perfect save option!
  • I will be the first to admit that when I first saw these heart sunglasses I wasn’t the biggest fan. My good friend Jackie convinced me that they are pretty perfect and work on just about any face shape. While I love the YSL version, I can’t tell you how many compliments I’ve gotten on mySojos version from Amazon!
  • I’m still getting used to the belt bag trend. Gary and I were at Macy’s recently and I saw the Steve Madden belt bag. I really loved the color and it reminds me so much of the pricier Gucci onethat I decided to give it a try! So far I’ve only worn it twice but to be fair, the warmer weather is just starting so it’ll be easier to wear without a bulky coat! Hands free is the way to be in my opinion! 

Have you found any great looks for less?



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20 Comments

  1. Sarita @ it's my girls' world
    April 17, 2019 / 12:16 pm

    Such awesome saves! Slip on sneakers are my go to in the spring as well 🙂

  2. Rosy Outlook - Fashion & Lifestyle by Kelly Rose
    April 17, 2019 / 12:34 pm

    LOVE all of these dupes! I have been wanting a transparent purse and your more affordable option is SO CUTE!

    Rosy Outlook

  3. Lily (Beauty With Lily)
    April 17, 2019 / 12:52 pm

    I love these types of posts!! I'm not sure how I feel about the transparent bag trend — it's cute, but may not be for me. I'm not trendy enough. LOL!

  4. Amanda @ Cupcake N Dreams
    April 17, 2019 / 1:56 pm

    I do love these types of posts! Sojos has been a game changer for me! Happy Wednesday friend!
    xo
    Amanda @ Cupcake N Dreams

  5. Emelia @ Dream Big and Buy the Shoes
    April 17, 2019 / 2:02 pm

    I just saw Kathleen from Carrie Bradshaw Lied wearing a Gucci belt bag and thought it was SO cute. I love the red one you found, I may have to try that out! Super great finds!

  6. Marie
    April 17, 2019 / 3:23 pm

    Oh I love those sunnies. It's so funny how clear plastic bags are in now. I have to use one at neimans and hate it. I feel like everything is out on display cause literally it is. LOL.

  7. Missy
    April 17, 2019 / 4:05 pm

    I have the Dr. Scholls version of those slip ons and live in them!

  8. Just Jess
    April 17, 2019 / 4:31 pm

    I love all of your picks especially those sunglasses! $11 is the perfect price for sunnies and I am bound to break them.

  9. Rachel F
    April 17, 2019 / 4:44 pm

    I would be too embarrassed to use a clear bag! LOL! Great finds though!! XOXO, R

  10. Rebecca Jo
    April 17, 2019 / 4:56 pm

    Come on man.. those shoes – how could you tell the difference??? & that price difference? I know which ones I'd pick!

  11. Lindsay's Sweet World
    April 17, 2019 / 5:33 pm

    I always love these kinds of posts because you know I'm all about the dupes!! I never buy designer stuff since I can usually find something more affordable that's exactly like it! I've been seeing those heart sunnies everywhere lately and I might have to grab some. I have some heart sunnies that are aviator style, but I love the look of the chunky black ones!

  12. Karly @ What Karly Said
    April 17, 2019 / 5:43 pm

    I bet those sunnies look so fabulous on you! With the price point of that transparent bag, I think I might finally give that trend a try.

    Just sayin',
    Karly @ What Karly Said

  13. Emily @ Martinis | Bikinis
    April 18, 2019 / 12:55 am

    I'm all about finding deals like these that mimic designer looks. I have the similar black slip on sneakers (mine are Dr. Schol's) and they are so comfortable. Perfect for traveling to place where you will need to walk a ton.

  14. Lisa
    April 18, 2019 / 2:58 am

    I love a good dupe!!! Splurge items are just crazy expensive.

  15. Shannon Jenkins
    April 18, 2019 / 4:48 am

    What amazing dupes! I love those heart sunglasses!

    <3 Shannon 
    Upbeat Soles

  16. Rachel McCarthy
    April 18, 2019 / 9:54 am

    I wasn't a huge fan of the heart sunglasses at first, but they are really growing on me! You can't beat the Amazon version!

    xo, Rachel
    A Blonde's Moment

  17. The Lucky Lifestyle
    April 18, 2019 / 12:37 pm

    I actually like that steal bag version better than the splurge! So cute!

  18. R's Rue
    April 18, 2019 / 12:53 pm

    Love the picks. 😀

  19. A Dash of Pretty
    April 18, 2019 / 2:18 pm

    I love a good dupe and these are such great ones!!!!

  20. Nadine
    April 19, 2019 / 2:28 am

    I was looking at heart glasses a few weeks ago, I just need to go with your amazon ones, they are so cute!