The majority of us can only dream of owning a closet full of Manolo Blahniks or a set of Louis Vuitton trunks. In recent years, designers have realised that the mere peasants among us also want a piece of the luxury life. Dubbed ‘entry-level buys’ by many fashion magazines, you too can own a small piece of the high end market. While you may initially scoff at the idea of spending $200 on a silk scarf, think about how long you will own (forever) and the quality of the product (it will last forever).
Without further ado, here are some of my favourite entry-level buys from the most desired labels...
Tiffany and Co - Sterling silver bracelet, approximately $370 . Available from Tiffany and Co stores across Australia (Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane). Most of the sterling silver range is affordable. I would also recommend the silver cleaning spray and cloth, as silver tarnishes quickly.
Hermes – Twilly scarf, approximately $200. Many cute patterns and bright colours are available, so you will purchase an almost one-of-a-kind scarf. Available from Hermes stores in Sydney and Melbourne.
Ralph Lauren – Polo shirt, $99. Many patterns and colours are available, and you can even buy one for your man! Available from Ralph Lauren stores nationally and good department stores such as David Jones and Myer.
Chanel – No. 5 perfume. The signature fragrance shot to stardom after Marilyn Monroe announced she only went to bed wearing Chanel No. 5. It is a must for anyone’s dressing table! Approximately $110 for the eau de toilette.
Other fashion houses such as Fendi, Prada, and Gucci also release entry-level buys such as key rings and coin purses continously. Check out their stores or websites for further details.
