When shopping, sometimes you want a cheap thrill, and other times you want a designer cheap thrill. If buying a brand new Bottega Veneta bag isn't quite in your budget, but buying under-$250 silk Tom Ford boxer shorts is, then this is the story for you. I am the first person to preach that labels aren't everything, but as a true fashion girl, I will admit that scoring something labeled with a designer name you've admired for years feels really good, even if it's the most affordable item they sell.
A great place to do the shopping for all the aforementioned requirements is Net-a-Porter. Its curation of designer goods is always pristine and the breadth of price points ensures there is always a little something for everyone. Ahead, I rounded up the best (and trendiest) designer finds under $250 from Net-a-Porter including hats from Paco Rabanne, delicious Acne Studios items, and an Oscar de la Renta necklace you'll add to your cart so fast, I promise.
If you're going to wear a white top, at least make it interesting.
This spring, swap your sweatpants for something a little more luxe.
This entire outfit is so cool.
Layer this underneath a boxy blazer and baggy jeans.
Your Instagram will thank you for this purchase.
One can never own too many exciting knits.
Retro prints are all anyone can talk about right now and this second-skin turtleneck feels so right.
This beanie is iconic.
There's something about designer T-shirts that always feels so tempting.
You won't find a more timeless LBD than this.
A basic top that's hardly basic at all.
Designer sweatshirts finally make sense to me now.
Leggings that are just as elevated as any pair of pants you own.
A classic.
The designer-approved way to cheat a layered look.
Lounge dresses are the new "workwear" staple.
You'll never want to take these babies off.
The styling options for this top are endless.
Wardrobe staples like this are always worth the investment.
Why wear regular jeans when you could wear these?
Perfect for a gift for a friend...or yourself.
With that iconic Acne Studios face, you can't go wrong.
Sleeker than sweats but just as comfortable.
Another lounge gown for you.
These Simone Rocha hair accessories always make me smile.
A cardigan that feels trendy and classic all at once.
People are obsessed with Toteme's basic tanks.
The perfect sweater to layer or wear alone.
You need it. I need it. We all need it.
Smile—you're about to own a cute new shirt!
In case a basic white button-down isn't exciting enough for you.
Basically a collector's item.
Retro floral swimsuits are about to be everywhere this summer, so why not stock up now?
The coolest top to wear with black jeans and chunky boots.
A lounge look worth splurging on.
Easy and timeless. Plus, that contrast stitching makes it look ten times more expensive.
The cutout trend is still going strong.
Who else is ready for summer?
Next up, shop the 6 trendy handbag colors you're about to see everywhere.
