I'm a big proponent of making fewer but better purchases, and I take designer shopping very seriously (as one should when spending a significant amount of money). Whenever I'm considering something, the most important question I ask myself is if the item is something I'll want to wear years later. If the answer is no, I usually won't buy it and will try my best to expel it from my mind.
Currently, most of the designer items on my mind are best classified as "pretty," and they're just too good not to share with the internet. In addition to being pleasing to the eye, they also have a timeless quality, ensuring you'll still want to wear them for years to come.
Without further ado, scroll for my edit of the prettiest, most timeless designer items on the market. If you're looking to splurge, I promise these gems are worth it.
Bottega Veneta
Sardine Intrecciato-Leather Handbag
This current It bag will still look chic and relevant years from now.
Khaite
Seigel 65 Suede Sandals
You must click through to see the jewelry-like heel detail on these.
Prada
Appliquéd Open Jersey T-Shirt
This will still be fun to wear when I'm 50.
Gucci
Jackie 1961 Small Shoulder Bag
There are so many timeless Gucci bags, but the Jackie will always get my vote.
Saint Laurent
Tribute Woven Metallic Leather Slides
The flat sandals all other flat sandals aspire to be.
Bottega Veneta
Gold Small Drop Earrings
These may be ultra-trendy now, but I predict they're here to stay.
Loewe
Embossed Logo Chambray Pajama Blouse
Anything with the Loewe anagram will remain relevant, and chambray is always in style.
Loewe
Rose-Heel 100 Slingback Leather Pumps
These are very recognizable right now, but they'll still be a really cool pair of slingbacks down the road.
Miu Miu
Wander Matelassé Nappa Leather Hobo Bag
If I was going to get one of Miu Miu's signature pleated bags, I'd choose this color.
Manolo Blahnik
Maysale 50 Buckled Suede Mules
These iconic mules barely need a caption at this point.
Celine Eyewear
Square Tortoiseshell Acetate Sunglasses
I'm positive I'd never grow tired of this shape.
Valentino Garavani
Locò Leather Shoulder Bag
When I think of pretty designer items, Valentino is one of the first brands that comes to mind.
Gucci
Interlocking G Cutout Leather Sandals
If I owned these, I'd wear them every summer.
The Row
Half Moon Leather Shoulder Bag
The original quiet-luxury It bag.
The Row
Claudette Bow-Detailed Leather Point-Toe Flats
These new The Row flats are destined for greatness.
Paco Rabanne
1969 Chainmail Shoulder Bag
This has long been the evening bag of choice for the fashion set.
Toteme
Draped Fringed Wool-Blend Jacket
This has become a designer item that sells out every time it's restocked.
Burberry
The Kensington Long Cotton-Gabardine Trench Coat
You'll be the picture of elegance when you wear this.
Saint Laurent
Solferino Medium Leather Crossbody Bag
This chic black-and-white bag will see you through many situations in life.
Ferragamo
Varina Sole Ballet Flats
These Ferragamo flats would be a lovely addition to your shoe wardrobe.
Prada
Prada Re-Edition 1995 Brushed-Leather Mini Handbag
It wouldn't be a designer shopping story without one of Prada's loveliest bags.
Loewe
Gold-Tone Brooch
This gives anything a luxe designer touch.
Jimmy Choo
Aveline 100 Bow-Embellished Grosgrain Sandals
Great for brides or anyone who just loves beautiful shoes.
Cartier
Tank Must 22mm Stainless Steel and Textured-Leather Watch
If you invest in this, you may never need to buy another watch again.
Chloé
Edith Small Crocheted Cashmere and Wool-Blend and Leather Tote
Allyson is a senior editor for Who What Wear. She joined the company in 2014 as co-founder Katherine Power's executive assistant and over the years has written hundreds of stories for Who What Wear. Prior to her career in fashion, Allyson worked in the entertainment industry at companies such as Sony Pictures Television. Allyson is now based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She holds a BFA in theater arts. Her path to fashion may not have been linear, but based on the number of fashion magazines she collected as a child and young adult, it was meant to be.