Out of all of the quite luxury brands out there, Brunello Cucinelli, in my opinion, reigns supreme. With the most understated luxury pieces, not to mention the fact that it was crowned GQ's 2023 brand of the year, it's no wonder why celebrities and fashion people alike have gravitated toward this luxury Italian label. Now let's be real here: Cucinelli's prices are sky high, and while I would love a wardrobe filled with pieces from the brand, realistically my budget just isn't there. But I'm not going to let that stop me from hunting down affordable picks that have the same vibe. While digging through more budget-friendly retailers, to my surprise, I ended up finding so many pieces that have that elevated, polished Brunello Cucinelli energy.
Keep scrolling to take a peak at the affordable, luxury-looking pieces I have my eye on.
Ref's Acro cashmere sweater looks so elevated and pairs well with basically anything.
Meet your new favorite black trousers.
I'm a huge pointed-toe lover.
Double-breasted outerwear always looks so elevated.
This one is surprisingly chic in person.
These have major Cucinelli energy.
This olive green hue is so good.
A cable-knit cardigan to style with your favorite jeans or trousers.
I'd act fast; these are selling like crazy.
I love a good balloon sleeve.
The $25 belt of my dreams.
This mohair wool knit polo looks way pricier than it is.
Satin for when you want to feel a little dressy but still wear trousers.
I'm obsessed.
I can't get over this sherpa jacket.
Pair with the matching knit leggings.
The coziest knit pants from H&M.
How chic is this faux-shearling jacket?
Comes in black, but I prefer the gray.
Perfect for a travel day.
I'd pair this with jeans and flats.
The perfect party top.
Just add a blazer.
Lioness pants for the win.
You'll wear this scarf 24/7.
A classic Cucinelli vibe.
I love jackets like these for an NYC winter.
These go with basically anything.
Look like a glass of bubbly in this sequin funnel-neck dress.
A basic that the fashion set swears by.
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