Adding designer items to your wardrobe...

[lovespell]

i think the first thing is to get a pair of perfect black pants...and to have them tailored so they fit like they were made for you...

fit is a BIG DEAL...even cheap clothes look expensive if they fit well...

Good idea.


And Diorling, I think a Chanel dress is a great investment. Definitly a classic, and perfect of a LBD

 

[charlottesometimes]

I'd die if I could save up for a Hermes bag.....maybe if I sock away some money each month, by the end of the summer I might be ready...... But that's just crazy talk.... I think....

Lovespell, have you thought about checking out one of the Luxury goods resellers? I love drooling over the vintage couture on this site (http://www.pieceunique.com/englishmenu.html). As well as vintage they also frequently resell Hermes (and other yummy) bags. Like this Hermes Black Calf box Bolide for $3990 (you would have it in a month! )

or this Hermes Herbag for $885

They also have some yummy Birkins.

 

[liberty33r1b]

^this is really a very interesting site, why haven't i seen this before??

thank for posting!

 

[lovespell]

Oh my gosh, thanks for the link. Those are some yummy, yummy bags.

 

[pucci_mama]

Invest in a classic bag, that you know you'll use forever.

 

[charlottesometimes]

You're welcome.

 

[A la mode]

Yes, I think I will spend a large portion on a handbag, but figuring out what bag is going to be a huge ordeal! I'd also like a few Hermes and Pucci scarves, and another pair of sunglasses in a more classic black.

Can anyone reccomend where to start looking for a bag? I live in Minneapolis, not exactly sure how the shopping is around here. I assume I'll be ordering it from online. I'd like something roomy, in a classic shape but a more fun color. Do NOT want anything plastered in logo's, but something "recognizable".

I have found a few really great places to shop in minneapolis....

Intoto- the are great they carry project alabama, Dries Van Noten, Ann Demeulemeester, Philosophy Di Alberta Ferrett, TSE, and some great denim lines If only I could aford it
http://www.intotogetdressed.com/

Ivy- Just opened has Betsy Johnson, Imperial, and less known designers
http://www.shopivy.com/

GH2- Which does designer consignment
http://www.gh2.biz/index.html

Len Druskin- Dose more west cost style Juciy Couture, Chip and Pepper ect.
http://www.galleriaedina.com/shops/store.asp?id=94

Alfreds Grand Petit Magasin- Many small desingers, Great shoes and Jewlery
http://www.alfredsgpm.com/about.html

Hope this is helpful!

 

[fashionista-ta]

My strategy has always been to buy statement pieces designer ... but I know many people are also successful buying designer "basics with a difference."

 

[sill]

I say, just buy things you really love and you know you'll love forever.