I'm a Frugal Shopper, But I'd Be Willing to Splurge on These 28 Worth-It Fall Items
*Wishes for unlimited funds.*
As a Gen Zer who only has a few years under my belt in the workforce, spending big bucks is just not something I can do yet. Practicing self-control in the fashion capital of America, NYC, is, well, very difficult for a young fashion lover like me. But even though I'm a frugal shopper, I'm also a big dreamer. Just like how I scroll through Zillow and dream of owning one of those homes one day, I find myself scrolling through luxury retailers, manifesting a wealthier version of myself.
The prices on these items are definitely well out of my budget, but every now and then (well, maybe not that often), I have no issue with splurging on something that's truly special. I have a growing list of luxury fall fashion items I would buy because they’re worth it, so I'm sharing it with you. Keep scrolling to discover the luxury pieces that will elevate your closet and, in most cases, your mood.
I wore a Hug bag for a week, and it's definitely worth it.
I love a subversive basic.
This is very Tracee Ellis Ross coded, and she's my style icon.
Kerane Marcellus is a New York-based writer. She joined the Who What Wear team in 2025 after writing for Essence Magazine and freelancing for a number of other arts and culture publications. Fashion is a form of expression that she encourages everyone to take part in. There is no right or wrong in getting dressed! When she's not writing, she's reading in the park or gallery hopping in the city.
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