WHAT IS HIGH-LOW STYLING?:
High-low styling is a secret weapon that many fashionistas on a budget use to combine designer pieces and fast fashion items. Mixing these two is a great way to make even your $30 H&M dress look luxurious paired with a YSL handbag. It is important when styling outfits like this to look for quality made garments that can stand up next to the designer pieces, as well as staple designer pieces that can be interchangeable overtime. I would advise to avoid any trending items you will want to change in a few months as these are harder to rewear. With all that being said, this is just my thoughts and its ok to buy those trendy pieces if they make you happy girl!
INVEST IN DESIGNER STAPLES:
It is important when shopping designer to invest in wardrobe staples you can go back to time and time again. Pieces to consider for your closet staples are coats, denim, handbags, and shoes. You want to think of these pieces as long term styling accessories that can be paired with various outfits. Think colors you repeatedly wear and simple designs with durable fabrics. It’s ok to shop trendy pieces, but don’t invest all of your money there as those pieces might feel washed up a few months down the line.
SHOP VINTAGE:
When shopping for designer pieces its always safest to shop directly from the producer for authenticity reasons. However, you can always shop retail in the off season for a bit of a discount! There are also so many great second hand authenticated options online now when you’re shopping on a budget. You can shop for vintage pieces on websites like Net-a-Porter and Gilt and resale websites like TheRealReal or Tradesy.
HOW TO HIGH-LOW STYLE:
Blazer: Vintage YSL
Top: Amazon
Shorts: Levis
Purse: Louis Vuitton
Watch: Timex
Boots: Public Desire
