When your heart says luxury and your bank account says no, it can be a little (or very) discouraging. As nice as it is to be able to afford high-end items, it’s not totally necessary in order to look expensive. When it comes to looking expensive on a budget, it’s all about the little details! By paying attention to an item’s finishings and shopping for classic styles over trendy, you can find items that could fool anyone into thinking they’re high-end – even when they aren’t.
If you want to achieve the quiet-luxury trend and look expensive, even while on a budget, let us get you started! We’ve rounded up 11 items from our favourite relatively affordable shops to find the most expensive-looking items that won’t break the bank.
Shop these items to look expensive on a budget
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Spring is well underway, which means we’ve had a chance to play around with and style our current spring wardrobe, as well as take note of what it lacks/what we’re still pining for. A great way to update your wardrobe in a feasible way is to make shopping wish lists! That way, you can keep tabs on your wants (and arguable needs), giving yourself time to think about it before you actually hit that checkout button. As professional shoppers, of course, we’ve made a spring wish list of our own!
Check out what we’re currently eyeing for spring!
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When it comes to shopping for a new season, you’ll likely have to visit multiple stores in order to curate a perfect selection suited to your style and needs. The odds are, you won’t be able to walk into one shop and completely update your wardrobe in that visit, nor should you want to! Different brands specialize in different items, and having a great roster of stores to visit on rotation allows you to explore your personal style more and shop the best from all categories. In honour of the new spring season, we decided to take a trip to the mall (Square One, if you were curious), to find the best of spring fashion. From wardrobe basics to trendy accessories, here’s where we shopped…
Here’s where we went shopping for spring!
Lululemon For Tenniscore
Tenniscore is a huge spring fashion trend this year! Even Zendaya is on board, taking Tenniscore to a whole new level while promoting her new movie, Challengers. While visiting various stores at the mall, we noticed a ton of tennis-inspired apparel, from pleated skirts to collared shirts, and Lululemon did it best (in our opinion). Since Lulu specializes in activewear, its tennis-related items were not only cute but also made for performance! Why not get a tennis skirt you can actually play tennis in, after all?
Old Navy For Spring Prints
If you’re looking to get your hands on some fresh spring prints on a budget, Old Navy has you covered! From pretty floral dresses to colourful tops, we saw a variety of spring-inspired prints and colours while browsing its racks.
Mango For Event Wear
Mango has been absolutely killing it lately, constantly providing luxe-looking apparel at a relatively accessible price point. Its pieces aren’t super affordable by any means, but in terms of special event wear, we think it has some great options! We’ll be keeping these pretty pink dresses on standby for wedding season.
Levi’s For Denim
You really can’t go wrong with a fresh pair of jeans from Levi’s! We’re investing in some lighter denim washes for the spring season, so of course, we had to check out Levi’s. Shopping for jeans can be a tricky business. You can find them for cheap and cross your fingers that they’ll hold up, or invest in a luxury pair and hope you never ruin them or change sizes. Levi’s is in that sweet spot in the middle, providing high-quality denim at a fair price.
Uniqlo For Spring Basics
When it comes to spring basics, we’re getting it all at Uniqlo! The store is practically dedicated to wardrobe staples if you ask us. We saw a variety of t-shirts, linen button-ups, trousers, tanks, and so much more while shopping its extensive selection.
Aritzia For Cozy Sweats
You may have noticed by now, but sweat sets are having a major moment, and Aritzia approves. Aritizia’s Sweatfleece line proves that sweats can, in fact, look chic. We may just need a set in every colour to get us through the spring season in ultimate comfort.
Dynamite For Going Out Tops
We don’t care what anyone says. Going out tops will always be in style. Whenever we have a night out on the horizon, you can bet we’re giving Dynamite a visit. It always has plenty of tops worthy of styling to go out on the town. It even has a category specifically called “Going Out Tops.”
Urban Outfitters For Festival Fashion
Festival season is here! Whether you have a festival coming up or simply love the boho aesthetic, Urban Outfitters is the place to shop. While at UO, we saw a wide variety of trendy boho styles, from crochet knits to long flowy skirts to fun accessories and so much more.
Frank & Oak For Stylish Workwear
Workwear doesn’t have to be boring, especially if you shop at Frank & Oak. The store was full of stylish options that could easily be appropriate for the office and then even drinks afterward. It’s giving quiet luxury minus the luxury price tag!
Ever New For Spring Dresses
If you’ve yet to step foot into Ever New, now is the time! We were so impressed with its selection of spring and summer dresses! They made us feel like we were on our way to the Hamptons. Whether you have an event coming up or are on the hunt for a trusty spring dress to have on rotation, Ever New is worth a visit.
Simons For Trendy Accessories
Let’s be real; there isn’t a whole lot that you wouldn’t be able to find at Simons. The place is huge and carries a vast variety of brands! That being said, one of our favourite sections in the entire store is where the accessories can be found. Simons always has a ton of on-trend and classic accessories to shop under its own house name as well as other brands. From hair clips to statement earrings to bags, we shopped it all.
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8 Must-Have Jackets For Spring
You know that feeling when you get a new manicure and feel like you can conquer the world? We live for that. Now that spring is officially here, it’s time to switch up our nails. Instead of asking your talented nail tech for dark and moody polish, opt for a fresh, spring-esque mani! From floral nail art to barely-there French tips, we have all the inspo for your next nail appointment.
You need to try these nail ideas this spring!
Floral Designs
There’s nothing like floral nail art in the springtime! The options are endless when it comes to flower-adorned nails. You can go dainty or bold and choose from a ton of different colours, depending on your preference. It’s a classic design that is sure to bring you joy every time you look at your hands!
Shades of Blue
Blue seems to be the nail colour of the moment, and it’s just so perfect for spring! From baby blue to cobalt, you really can’t go wrong. If you’re not used to coloured polish, dip your tips into the blue nail trend with a blue French mani.
3D Designs
Why not have some fun with your nails this spring and try 3D nail art? From little charms to designs made with builder-gel, there’s no shortage of options! You can get this done at a lot of salons as its popularity increases, but it may be a good idea to call first, just in case.
The Bow Trend
Bows are everywhere right now. Embrace the ever-so-popular bow trend with bow nail art! Get a bow on every nail or just an accent nail or two. It looks so dainty and cute!
Neutral Polish
There is something so fresh about a manicure topped with a clean, neutral polish. This nail style works all year and feels especially nice in the spring. It’s giving… clean girl. If you want your nails to be extra classy and refined, this is the mani for you.
Barley-There French Tips
With barley-there French tips, you get the best of both worlds. You get the overall neutral look, with a little splash of extra interest. The tip can be any colour you want. The key to nailing (ha) this nail style is the thinner the tip, the better.
Maximal
If you’ve found the last couple of nail ideas slightly boring, this is the nail trend for you. We’ve been seeing “maximal” nail designs, with every nail being decked out in art, more and more lately! Make it spring-themed by opting for a spring colour palette.
Jelly Nails
Jelly nail polish is essentially a polish with a sheer, glossy finish, providing a jelly-like look. It’s very Y2K. You can achieve this look at home, or call your salon before you go in to make sure they have some jelly polishes on hand!
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Rainy days are ahead of us in the upcoming months! It’s time to plan ahead and get yourself durable, stylish, and affordable rain boots, to use throughout spring. From neutral to bold colours, heights, patterns, and more, check out the best options to add to your boot collection.
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Believe it or not, spring is here – and it just happened to welcome us with snow. Spring weather can be unpredictable, to say the least. One day, it could be snowing, and the next, it’s warm out with the sun shining. That being said, to get through the spring season comfortably, and in style, you’ll need a few different jackets on rotation to cover every kind of outdoor condition we can expect to be greeted with. From trench coats to bombers, these jacket styles are must-haves for spring!
Get through spring in style with these must-have jacket styles!
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It’s just about time to put your winter gear into hibernation and start dressing for spring! The spring season is such a fun time to experiment with different styles and trends, especially since there’s so much freedom to wear what you want without freezing temperatures holding you back. This spring, the fashion trends are full of range, so there’s something for everyone! From flowers to fringe, we can’t wait to style these trends!
We are obsessed with these spring fashion trends
Business Casual
Suit up! Business casual is back. With brands like Reformation and Aritzia recently launching all kinds of new business attire, it’s safe to say that this trend has officially arrived in full force. From matching suit sets to baggy trousers, the styling possibilities are endless when it comes to the business casual trend.
Preppy
Channel your inner Gossip Girl this season and embrace the preppy fashion aesthetic. You can go full-out by ‘uniform’ dressing head-to-toe, or you can simply incorporate preppiness into your outfit with a collared shirt or a pleated skirt.
Sporty
Close friends with the preppy fashion trend is the sporty fashion trend – similar concept, slightly different result. From track pants to jerseys, there are so many ways to play around with the sporty trend. We personally love the contrast of adding something sporty to an otherwise feminine outfit.
Flowers
We know… florals for spring… groundbreaking. Jokes aside, flower details in all forms are uber popular right now and can’t be ignored. From rose appliques to floral prints, we are aiming to look like walking gardens this spring.
Fringe
The time for fringe, is now – and we’re not talking about the haircut. Fringe in all shapes and sizes have been everywhere lately. Sparkly tinsel fringe bombers (think Taylor Swift) to classic Western-inspired fringe suede jackets (think JLo) all the way to sparkly bedazzled fringe on dresses at award shows (think Miley Cyrus). Fringe refuses to be ignored this spring.
Shorts
Get ready to show some leg, the shorter the better when it comes to shorts this spring! You can ease yourself into the trend by wearing a baggier style, or even styling the shorts with tights for extra warmth and coverage.
Large Bags
Oversized bags are the ‘it’ style of the season! If it can’t fit your laptop, current read, makeup bag, and most importantly, snacks, we don’t want it. Leather and suede tote bags, in particular, provide an elevated look to any outfit.
Draping
If you’ve ever wanted to feel like a romantic goddess, this is the trend for you. Draped details such as ruching, gathering, and perfectly flowing fabrics have been growing in popularity at immense speed. We love this trend for making an outfit feel more dressed up and feminine. You can incorporate the draping trend easily with a draped top or try it out on your next dressy occasion with a beautifully draped dress.
Icy Blue
Icy blue seems to be the upcoming colour of the season and we are so here for it. The colour provides the freshness we’ve been longing for after a gloomy and grey winter. Plus, icy blue is just hues away from white, which always shines bright in the spring season.
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Looking to upgrade your style for the spring season? Then you’re going to have to know the right places to shop. Most brands have already debuted their new spring collections, and there are some in particular that you should definitely have on your radar. From breezy silhouettes to fresh and pretty prints, you’re sure to enter the spring season in style with these fashion collections!
Check out the spring collections from these brands:
Sézane
This spring, Sézane is transporting us beyond the iconic streets of Paris to explore the allure of Italy’s most captivating destinations. Milan, Rome, and the shores of the Amalfi Coast inspired its Grand Spring Collection. Which features Italian-inspired prints, intricate embroideries, and timeless silhouettes.
Aritzia
From activewear to suits and tailoring, Aritzia’s newest releases will take you from the couch to the office and everywhere in between. Within its Spring Debut, you’ll find an array of body-shaping essentials, oversized suiting, and feminine ruffles—it’s called range.
UNIQLO
UNIQLO has already released its core spring and summer collections, and they’re full of wardrobe essentials with naturally breathable fibres, drapey silhouettes, and bright colours. Although the collections in their entirety are great, our fave pieces lie within UNIQLO: C and UNIQLO: U.
Joe Fresh
If you want to upgrade your spring wardrobe on a budget, Joe Fresh has you covered. Its spring collection features all kinds of stylish staples such as relaxed button-downs, colourful suiting, and fresh denim.
GANNI
GANNI’s SS24 campaign spotlights its iconic Bou Bag in new variations, styled with pieces from its spring collection. Since GANNI is known for its bold designs, perfectly merging playfulness and sophistication, it’s no surprise that its spring collection carries the same ethos. From leopard print to sequin details, you’re sure to turn heads in anything from GANNI’s newest collection.
Canada Goose
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The Spring ’24 Collection from Canada Goose is designed to shield you from the unpredictable spring weather we know oh so well, from head to toe. The collection seamlessly blends style and performance with a range of design-forward jackets, vests, shoes, and more.
Reformation
Reformation’s Spring Edit does not disappoint. It’s curated with a variety of elevated spring fashion staples, including its latest collaboration with Monica Lewinsky! Whether you’re going to the office or a party, you’re sure to find everything you may need for spring in this collection.
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The birds are chirping, and flowers are beginning to bloom; in other words, spring is near. It’s finally time to put away your winter boots and transfer your focus to spring styles! Spring seems to be the most flexible season in terms of shoes, making it all the more exciting. After extensive research (reading magazines and admiring fashion show looks), we’ve compiled a list of the top shoe trends that are set to dominate this spring.
We can’t wait to wear these shoe trends this spring!
Mesh Flats
This controversial shoe trend is on track to take over this spring! At first glance, they seem a tad intimidating, but after seeing so many great outfits paired with some version of the mesh flat (fishnet, embellished, plain), we’re officially on board.
Kitten Heels
Practicality and comfort continue to be a primary focus when it comes to footwear this spring. As much as we all love a high-heel moment, we prefer a shoe we can actually walk in, and kitten heels do the job perfectly. They give a look of sophistication without the pain.
Mary Janes
The Mary Jane shoe trend is one that constantly comes back. Over the past few years, they’ve been especially prominent. Mary Jane heels, flats, and loafers all have a place in our shoe collection this spring!
Loafers
Loafers provide a smart and refined look, working alongside the ever-popular quiet luxury trend. Like Mary Janes, they’re also super classic, making them worth investing in (in our opinion).
Platforms
Platforms, specifically on flat shoe styles (some refer to them as flatforms), are predicted to be major this spring. They add drama and height yet are still relatively comfortable to wear. Gucci is a notable designer behind the trend.
Embellished
From bows to studs to fringe, embellished shoes are having a moment! You can shop the trend by buying already embellished shoes, or you can even embellish them yourself if you’re feeling creative.
Flip Flops
Shoes that don’t provide a lot of coverage, in general, including flip flips, seem to be a trending concept in spring footwear right now! From casual beach-like flip flops to The Row’s iconic chunky leather version, you can’t go wrong adding a new pair of flip flops to your collection.
Ballet Flats
Listen, we won’t harp on about ballet flats because, by now, you’ve heard it all. But we do just want to say that the cult-favourite shoe style isn’t going away anytime soon!
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Let’s take a brief walk through history, shall we? The trench coat is said to date all the way back to the early 1820s at its initial invention, later popularized by Aquascutum and Burberry, adapting it for military use in WWI. Trench coats became popular to wear for not only soldiers but also civilians during war times, and over time, became a smart fashion staple, featured in iconic films such as Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Casablanca. Flash forward to today, trench coats remain extremely relevant in style, as well as also serving practicality for wet and chilly weather conditions, ideal for the spring and fall seasons!
Aside from the history of the trench coat, their chic, smart, and practical characteristics have allowed them to stand the test of time and appeal to a mass audience to this day. If you’ve yet to add a trench coat to your collection, you’ll be happy to know that seemingly every brand on the market has come out with its own version. So you have plenty of options to choose from – at all price points!
Shop these chic trench coats:
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