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There's a lot to love about designer goods. The luxurious materials, quality craftsmanship, classic styles, and one-of-a-kind designs — the list could go on and on. But there's one thing I am confident in saying I hate about designer goods: the prices. Vendors Clothing Clothes
Let's face it, no matter how much you're willing to spend on your wardrobe, you probably would not be opposed to spending less. Everyone loves a good deal, whatever their shopping budget may be. The good news is you don't need to have an unlimited budget (or only eat cereal for a month) to afford the luxury pieces of your dreams.
From resale to rentals, there are plenty of ways to find luxury items, both new and used, at prices that won't make you cringe when you enter your credit card information.
How it works: You can buy and sell sneakers, apparel, electronics, collectibles, trading cards, and accessories through this online marketplace. Every item sold goes through a multi-step verification process with the site's team of expert authenticators. Once they verify 100% authenticity, the item is shipped off to you with a 7-12 business day arrival.
Why you'll love it: From Air Jordan and Yeezy to Rolex and Apple, StockX offers fully authenticated streetwear, handbags, watches, and more. The team of experts has authenticated tens of millions of products at a 99.95% accuracy rate. For sellers, there's no taking photos, no writing catchy descriptions, and no dealing with unpredictable buyers. StockX handles everything to make sure you can buy and sell with complete confidence.
Read more in our full StockX review.
How it works: Vivrelle offers access to hundreds of luxury accessory rentals starting at $45/month. You'll choose from one of four membership plans — Premier, Classique, Couture, or Couture Plus — that vary based on retail value and the number of items you want to rent. Members can hold onto an item for as long as they'd like or swap it out monthly. If you love your accessory, you can also buy it for a special members-only price. Plus, there's free shipping both ways.
Why you'll love it: From funky handbags to elegant jewelry, this mother-and-daughter-founded company carries the must-haves you need to accessorize an outfit. Plus, you'll save thousands compared to buying new. The membership is especially great for vacations, letting you hold on to your picks without a pressing return date. Vivrelle also features style collabs where stylists and designers drop their collections and sell pieces from their own closets.
Learn more about their designer rentals in our full Vivrelle review.
How it works: Rent the Runway is known for its unique clothing rental service, which allows you to rent dresses for short periods of time instead of buying them or subscribe to a rotation of items every month. This ultimately allows you to wear designer clothes at a fraction of the cost. A lesser-known asset of Rent the Runway though is their clearance section, where you can purchase designer goods that are finished with their rental rotation. The sale styles are gently used, but you can snag them at up to 75% off the retail price. Not only does RTR have dresses, but you can buy clothing, jewelry, and other accessories on sale. Why you'll love it: The site does a great job of helping you find what you're looking for. It has advanced filters like weather, event formality, age, and more that help you find the right outfit for your needs. You can also sort by price range, from under $50 to "splurge-worthy" where you can find deals on high-end designer dresses from the likes of Derek Lam and Nina Ricci.
Shop secondhand designer clothing from Rent the Runway via Amazon.
How it works: If you didn't already know about the collaboration between Amazon Fashion and Rent the Runway, it's essentially a storefront for pre-loved designer clothing that has been authenticated by RTR. You'll also find styles from Rent the Runway's Design Collective, which showcases limited-edition collections from emerging designers.
Why you'll love it: Amazon's Rent the Runway storefront is a great way to affordably incorporate popular labels like Tory Burch and Ulla Johnson into your everyday wardrobe, as well as learn about up-and-coming creatives. You'll also find trendy outfit inspiration from style influencers via Amazon's The Drop.
How it works: The RealReal is an online luxury consignment shop that boasts a wide selection of luxury and designer goods. In addition to clothing, shoes, and accessories, The RealReal curates luxury home decor and fine art. There's a team of over 90 experts (including gemologists, art curators, and horologists) evaluating and authenticating every piece, so you can be sure what you're buying is legitimate.
Why you'll love it: Along with a great selection of luxury items, one of the best parts about The RealReal is that there is always a wide range of pieces on sale, so you can snag even better prices. Every piece has a description of its condition, so you know if you should expect any discoloration, scratches, stains, or holes. Another great feature is that The RealReal lets you like items you're interested in while scrolling through the site. Then, when you're done shopping, you can head over to the likes section (the heart-shaped icon) and filter through the pieces you might actually want to buy. This is also a great way to keep an eye on items you may be interested in, but aren't sure if you're ready to buy just yet. Read more in our full The Real Real review.
How it works: The Outnet is a go-to for fashion-forward shoppers on the hunt for discounted designer brands. New arrivals are added to the site every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, so there is always a fresh crop of great finds. The Outnet carries a wide array of luxury, trendy brands as well as its own exclusive brand, Iris & Ink.
Why you'll love it: The Outnet has an amazing selection of trendy, new brands as well as classic, timeless staples. It offers styles that look like they're straight from the runway and everyday, ready-to-wear pieces as well. Discounts are up to 75% off, so you can score some serious deals on high-end pieces. The "what to wear" section has curated collections that make it easy to peruse and shop by style, season, and occasion.
How it works: Rebag sells authentic, pre-owned bags from the most-sought after brands. It only accepts bags from an exclusive group of less than 50 designers, but the selection is anything but small. Rebag has pretty strict guidelines on the condition of the bag and how it is photographed, which must be followed in order to be accepted.
Eco Friendly Clothing Manufacturers Why you'll love it: Rebag has timeless and on-trend bags from the top luxury brands. The curated list of accepted brands means you only will see the best of the best, in terms of designer handbags. Since everything is pre-owned, you can find styles that you wouldn't even encounter in a retail store today. The selection is well-organized, well-presented, and sure to make any handbag aficionado swoon. Read more in our full Rebag official review.