Photography by Rose Lazard | Editing by Monroe Steele
Rodarte Sweatshirt via The Real Real | JW Anderson Cargo Pants via Barney’s Sale | Margiela Mules via Yoox Sale | H&M newsboy cap get similar Here
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It aint just for the rich
There are plenty of affordable items across the board that can be found at luxury department stores. Just take a look at their online inventory to get a feel for what they have. Luxury Department Stores usually sell perfumes, makeup and beauty products you probably already use on a daily basis. Of course they also sell exorbitantly expensive items too from Christian Louboutin Heels to the latest Céline Bag. So it’s a great place to start if you are thinking about purchasing a luxury item and need to see it up close or try it on before purchasing.
They have sales too
Even though they are luxury stores they also have sales. Most of the time the sales in store are far better than you can find online. My theory for that is that less people are actually shopping in store these days and brick and mortar stores need better incentives to get people through the door.
The atmosphere is welcoming
No matter what you are wearing or what you look like the bottom line is that you’re a customer and sales associates want you to have a luxury experience. I’ve never felt out of place or like someone was judging me. On the contrary there are tons of tourist in cargo shorts and crocs walking the marble halls of Bergdorf Goodman without a care in the world. Remember that the next time you think twice about walking into a luxury department store. I actually find that even my browsing experiences are better in luxury stores than if I were in say a Zara or H&M. Remember that for the most part sales associates are regular smegular people like you and I. They aren’t uber rich either.
So next time you pass up that luxury store because you think it isn’t for you or that you can’t afford anything, think back on these key points and give it a go anyway. You could walk away with something amazing. You could stumble upon a stellar designer sale or even better, leave with the creative inspiration to try or do something new in regards to your style.
It also pays to think rich.
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Monroe
ooohhh love those pants, they’re very utilitarian but with a feminine twist to it. Also, those shoes omg I gotta get my hands on those.
Author
Thanks so much Nanette. I am obsessed with them. I got them 75% Off at Barneys a few weeks ago. Thanks for reading.
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Monroe
So funny I haven’t been in Barney or Bergdorf in NYC all my life! I’ve been to the Barney’s outlet and to Saks a few times. I share a similar fear about being intimidated and then I feel like I’ll be tempted to buy something that’s way out of my budget just to feel “included”. You’ve kind of inspired me with this post. Maybe I will take a window shopping trip one day this month!
Author
YAS! I need to know when you go girl LOL. I need all the details. Thanks for reading.
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Monroe
I can definitely relate to this. when I used to live in New York I felt the same way and I would always walk past these luxury department stores & just be like I don’t even want to go in just to hurt my own feelings.. LOL!! Funny thing is I did exactly what you did one day .
Author
YAS! It wasn’t so bad right?!? Our minds are so powerful.
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Monroe
Love
Author
Thanks!
OMG…LIKE WHEN DID YOU SHOW UP IN MY HEAD???!!!! I’ve always felt that way…think Pretty Woman n Beverly Hills. Such a fun and clever article while giving me a mental check up….YASSS!!!!!!
THANKS MONROE 😉
Author
HAHA! It’s all about the mindset. Thank you for reading!
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Monroe
I love this post. I’m just now getting into more luxe brands (thanks to bloggers like you who mix high and low and also give deets on pieces and sales). I made a goal that I would but myself a luxe/designer pair of sandals and boots every year to jumpstart my collection and mindset. I struggle with it though cause my peers and family look at me crazy for the stuff I consider buying.
Author
Thank you for reading. Looking you’re living your life for you, not anybody else. So do what makes you happy within your means. Good luck on starting your collection! Try The Real Real, they have tons of designer for 75% off.
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Monroe
Loved the outfit; the relaxed look…. but, listen, those shoes are the business
Author
Thanks so much! It’s one of my favorites too.
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Monroe
WOW!!! I totally I pass by the luxury stores the time and never think to go in. It’s officially of one my goals for 2019.
Btw, thanks to you I’ve worked up the courage to work on my blog again. xoxo
Author
YAS! Take a peek in there. They don’t bite. Thanks so much for reading and much success to start blogging again.
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Monroe
So Gooodt! Love this article!
Author
Thanks so much for reading!
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Monroe