spend or splurge fall 2014
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Spend: The New Heritage Bag
What constitutes a designer must-have bag is changing all the time, and we couldn't be happier about that. Spend your hard-earned pennies on something that will deliver the quality in a coolly inconspicuous way.
3.1 Phillip Lim Small Ryder Satchel, $990 at Shopbop.
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Spend: A Killer Cape
If you're diligent, you should be able to find a killer vintage cape at your favorite thrift or consignment store, but will it look as heart-stoppingly beautiful as this one? Is it a blazer, is it a cape or is it some weird, awesome, hybrid monster?
Band of Outsiders Peak Lapel Cape, $1,195 at Shopbop. -
Spend: Cocktail Dress
This is a party dress that will serve you well for years to come.
Notte by Marchesa Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress, $795 at Shopbop. -
Spend: An Amazing Cashmere Sweater
When it comes to fine winter fabrics, you don't want to skimp.
Demylee Minnie Slouchy Crewneck Sweater, $320 at Steven Alan. -
Spend: Masculine-Feminine Dress
We totally approve of spending a bit more for something that is not only beautifully made, but boasts obvious lasting appeal. This dress incorporates both something relatively trendy (button-up shirt dresses) and something timeless (plaid).
Steven Alan Oversized Mini Collar Dress, $375 at Steven Alan. -
Save: Trendy (Destroyed) Jeans
Destroyed jeans are everything right now, but don't spend designer prices for them, please.
Topshop Petite MOTO Bleached Ripped Hayden Jeans, $90 at Topshop.
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Save: Booties
Yes, it seems like every designer has put an irresistible spin on the classic black bootie, what with all the different heel heights and architectural elements. But you can totally spend a bit less and still end up with amazing shoes that will last you through fall, winter and beyond.
ASOS Epidemic Ankle Boots, $116.08 at ASOS. -
Save: (Novelty) Crewneck
Must-have designer novelty sweaters and sweatshirts will definitely feel stale in a season or two. You can still have some fun with the look, just don't spend a whole paycheck in order to do so!
ASOS Sweatshirt with Applique Poodle, $48.37 at ASOS. -
Save: Day-to-Night Dress
You work way too hard to have to spend all your dough on pieces that only work for the office. Grab pretty dresses that make sense for both work and after-hours.
Cadet Olive Chiffon Shirtdress, $60 at Pixie Market. -
Save: Cool Coat
This slightly oversized, modern silhouette is super now, which means that finding affordable iterations is a breeze.
ROMWE Single-Breasted Loose Faux Woolen Coat, $44.99 at ROMWE.
