I'm one of those people who celebrate my birthday *basically* all month long. What can I say? I love a sparkly dress, an excuse to order champagne at dinner, and free desserts from restaurants. Not to mention the real best part about birthdays, which is getting to splurge a little bit on a gift for myself. After all, I deserve it. This year, I wanted to get myself a little designer treat.
I have been itching for that "just left a designer store with a shopping bag in hand" feeling, and with it being my birthday season, I basically had no choice but to do so. I started looking for what designer item I wanted to get for myself, and I knew I wanted to keep the item around $500 or less. After doing some digging on Nordstrom and Net-a-Porter, I ended up with 30 designer goods that were so chic I couldn't keep them to myself. I found the most elevated Saint Laurent passport holder, a Burberry bear bag charm that's so adorable that it hurts, a pair of Miu Miu sunglasses I'm sure are about to sell out, and so many more small designer accessories you're going to love.
Keep scrolling to take a peek at my list of under-$500 designer goods.
Saint Laurent
Quilted Leather Passport Case
But how chic would it be to have a Saint Laurent passport case?
Gucci
Gg Star Hair Clip
Pretty for the holiday season.
MIU MIU
Round-Frame Acetate Sunglasses
These are on fire right now. I would buy them before they sell out.
SAINT LAURENT
Cassandre Matelassé Leather Cardholder
Out of all the designer card holders out there, I think I'm going to end up buying this one.
JACQUEMUS
Fringed Jacquard-Knit Wool Scarf
I just bought this scarf in another color, but the oatmeal beige is so chic.
JACQUEMUS
Le Bonnet Grosgrain-Trimmed Ribbed-Knit Beanie
Would look so good with the matching scarf.
THE ROW
Jin Textured-Leather Belt
The Row for under $500? I'm snagging it.
Burberry
Thomas Check Bag Charm
I'm obsessed with the bag charm trend, and this Burberry teddy bear charm is just too good.
Givenchy
4g Stud Earrings
Add a touch of Givenchy to any look.
Chloé
Alphabet Zip Leather Card Holder
Sometimes, you need just a little bit of Chloé in your everyday life. This does that.
Alexander McQueen
Sovereign Skull Signet Ring
The iconic skull Alexander McQueen logo on this ring is so good.
FERRAGAMO
Gancini Leather Card Case
Simple and classic.
Gucci
Trademark Heart Sterling Silver Necklace
A pretty Gucci necklace you won't feel guilty about buying.
TOTEME
Wool & Cashmere Gloves
Chic women everywhere are lining up to snag these Toteme wool cashmere gloves.
Gucci
Trademark Heart Ring
This would be great for a holiday gift as well.
Burberry
Sandon Check Canvas & Leather Card Case
Burberry's classic check print in a cute little card case.
Acne Studios
Vally Plaid Alpaca, Wool & Mohair Blend Scarf
Everyone's favorite scarf from ACNE Studios.
JACQUEMUS
Les Créoles Rond Carré Gold-Tone Wood Hoop Earrings
I'm actually obsessed with these.
DIOR EYEWEAR
Diormidnight B1i Cat-Eye Acetate Sunglasses
I'm such a Dior person, so these are good.
Sandy Liang
Rosette Bow Barrette
Picturing myself wearing this bow barrette with a little black dress and sheer tights.
Mulberry X Rejina Pyo
Leather Teddy Bear Charm
Such a cool bag charm.
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER
Arceau Oval-Frame Gold-Tone Sunglasses
These are so chic on. Trust me.
GIGI BURRIS
Laurel Wool-Felt Cap
Gigi Burris hats are a fashion-person favorite. I need to get my hands on one.
KHAITE
Bambi Leather Belt
A little Khaite purchase never hurt anyone.
GUCCI
Embellished Leather-Trimmed Ribbed Wool and Cashmere-Blend Scarf
I'll wear this scarf for years.
GUCCI
Embellished Leather-Trimmed Wool and Cashmere-Blend Gloves
Style with the matching scarf.
SAINT LAURENT
Cassandre Quilted Leather Wallet
You'll carry this in your purse for years.
GUCCI EYEWEAR
Oval-Frame Tortoiseshell Acetate Sunglasses
My current favorite tortoiseshell sunglasses.
LOEWE
Fringed Printed Wool, Silk and Cashmere-Blend Scarf
This pretty Loewe scarf is calling out to me.
Burberry
Tb Monogram Pebbled Leather Card Case
I really want a new Burberry purse, but this card case will do for now.
Originally from Chicago, Illinois, Grace has always been a lover of all things fashion and beauty. Upon receiving her first degree in visual communications from FIDM in Los Angeles, she moved to New York City and continued her education at LIM College, majoring in fashion media with a minor in society and culture. Grace has worked for PhotoBook magazine, Insider, and Harper's Bazaar. As a writer, Grace has had pieces published covering topics including racial justice, fashion, politics, and current events. As the previous assistant shopping editor at Who What Wear, Grace loves finding the best buys out there for the WWW readers.