https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:48:44 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360814 Wed, 22 May 2024 12:11:50 +0000 Carol 2360814@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>cat 2--I just found out about the Van Cleef necklaces recently--it looks like they have been around awhile. If I had the money, I would def. buy, as I find them imaginative, and not only expensive.<br />Joy--they really are wonderful, and you could almost throw it on with a black tee and any shorts, and look great.<br />Roberta--what a great idea to have that Pinterest board. The Loewe bag was new to me. It looks...sort of attainable in price, but you'd still have to really, really want that more than a vacation or whatever.<br />Irina--how nice to have those things. The Row I did not know a lot about. The Olsen twins? I have always been fascinated with them. The clothes remind me a bit of Max Mara.&nbsp;<br />Suz--Pucci scarves. Wow, now I have never seen those. Where have I been?&nbsp; I'd wear one in a heartbeat. Where are you going for your trip?<br />Dee--having lived in NYC for awhile, I can tell you there's a handful of shops that promote a friendly vibe. For instance, my friend went into Tiffany's in college, and just tried some stuff on.&nbsp; But I get it--I probably wouldn't do a planned excursion unless I had some serious dough.<br />Angie--that's great that you have all those, and maybe you can tell us which are the most practical to own. I would wear a Burberry anything, but mostly something in that plaid.<br />Irina--I would love to own any Max Mara stuff--high-end or not.<br />Val--you are selling me on the Dior sunglasses. I googled the second line, and all I got was pictures of traditional Indian clothing. Am I missing something?&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360813 Wed, 22 May 2024 12:06:33 +0000 Andy Sartorius 2360813@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For my part, I have in my collection a Hermès Cheval Punk Bandana scarf 65. An accessory that I love to wear with a shirt and a suede jacket.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360807 Wed, 22 May 2024 11:16:56 +0000 Staysfit 2360807@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a Hermes scarf, a Loewe puzzle bag and previously had a Ferragamo bag as well (I culled it from my wardrobe because it wasn’t used enough). &nbsp;I also have a Jason Wu dress which I may not fit anymore….I should try it on. I have several DVF wrap dresses, but they aren’t the original, they are all Abigail (maxi silk) or Astrid (wool wrap) styles. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360418 Fri, 17 May 2024 03:18:16 +0000 Bijou 2360418@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a small collection of designer items, mainly handbags as I find they last a long time and are robust. I mainly buy these items second hand from a trusted consignment store, which reduces the cost. I have gradually (over the last 10 years) acquired a reasonable collection of Issey Miyake bags (in Finds) which have become signature to my style.</p> <p>DH bought me a Chanel bag 20 years ago; it is still in great condition.&nbsp; I don't use it often with the feeling that it is a bit much. I have a certain threshold of 'expense' that I don't feel comfortable exceeding or even being perceived as exceeding - so in the most part, high-end designer items are not for me.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360404 Thu, 16 May 2024 21:45:52 +0000 Carol 2360404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Super busy and sorry I haven't gotten back. But&nbsp;<b>Janet</b>, that is a kind offer. I may be interested--am currently on the larger end of 8 and looking down optimistically.</p> <p>How much are you selling it for?</p> <p>I will try to get back to everyone else next couple of days.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360399 Thu, 16 May 2024 20:03:27 +0000 Marlene 2360399@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a Missoni skirt and top that I enjoy on fancy occasions.&nbsp; But that's all I have at the "designer" level.&nbsp; I haven't really wanted anything else.&nbsp; &nbsp;I do enjoy looking at designer pieces but don't feel the need to own any of them.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Except the&nbsp;Loewe Puzzle bag.&nbsp; I've seen them in person and I love.&nbsp; LOVE!&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360397 Thu, 16 May 2024 17:41:13 +0000 Style Fan 2360397@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not sure what a designer piece is! I love my Burberry trench coat, which I bought when I turned 50. About 20 years ago, I found a Gucci bag in a consignment store. I am not a 'bag' person, but I like this.<br />I inherited a Christian Dior gold watch from my mother. I don't wear it, but it is beautiful.&nbsp; </p> <p>I am more interested in designers like Jesse Kamm and Sarah Pacini. I have a few pieces from them, and their clothes have stood the test of time.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360259 Wed, 15 May 2024 15:55:03 +0000 Roberta 2360259@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I forgot to mention that I have Missoni towels! From the very first Target/designer collaboration 20 years ago, hee hee. They still look amazing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360255 Wed, 15 May 2024 15:40:32 +0000 MsMary 2360255@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I own an Hermes scarf that someone gave me as a gift. I bought a small Chanel black quilted bag in New York (second hand) on my 60th birthday trip and I treasure it and use it ALL THE TIME when going out in the evening. Those are the only two pieces I would call real "classics." I do own Burberry, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton bags but they are more contemporary designs -- and I love and use them, too. Oh, and I found a DVF wrap dress in a consignment store years ago and wore it for a very long time until I gave it away. I kind of wish I still had it.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360223 Wed, 15 May 2024 11:49:20 +0000 lyn67 2360223@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I would be very happy with those color blocked Chanel slingbacks myself, too!!!:-)&nbsp; I never owned a true designer piece- think my most closer to a designer item I owned was a 3 pieces suit of a linen (woven in with some thin metallic fibre for the very special&nbsp; crinckle texture and subtle taupe shine) from Gerry Weber/Taifun -which I eventually overgrown&nbsp; and passed on unfortunately...&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> <p>Haha, <b>Roberta</b>! Love that!&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360220 Wed, 15 May 2024 11:45:01 +0000 birdie99 2360220@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a few lovely designer things. The problem is that I feel too self conscious to use the bags regularly and am scared everyone will think I’m showing off so I don’t wear them as much as I’d like to. It’s very tricky. I absolutely love them though.</p> <p>The Australian and NZ designer brands get much more of a workout as they are a more accessible price point. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360180 Wed, 15 May 2024 03:52:57 +0000 avicennia 2360180@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wish I had the time and patience to thrift nice pieces like Jaime. I do have a few pieces that I’ve bought on sale: a Dries Van Noten trench, an Avant Toi wool sweater jacket, a knit Missoni dress and Stella McCartney and Margiela blazers. I really don’t need new clothes anymore and have adjusted my shopping strategy and budget to buy a few nice pieces. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360168 Tue, 14 May 2024 23:59:20 +0000 Jaime 2360168@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a fair amount of second hand designer items including some of the things mentioned above (Hermes scarf - thrifted, Chanel flats - thrifted, older Prada, Miu Miu, Dries van Noten, Issey Miyake, Yohji Yamamoto, Celine, YSL, Dior you get the idea). At the risk of sounding very boomer (I am genX!), in the old days there were many treasures to be found at the thrift stores. And there still are, but not quite as much . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360159 Tue, 14 May 2024 22:45:16 +0000 Janet 2360159@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Roberta, I lust after a puzzle bag too! Went to the Loewe shop in Paris with my husband but just couldn’t do it. </p> <p>Carol, I have a pretty DVF wrap dress in a bag to sell, but the consignment shops around here seem uninterested. I have no occasion to wear it anymore and it’s a size too small these days. Can you wear a small 8? </p> <p>I have a small collection of designer items — some secondhand and some new. Issey Miyake, Stella McCartney, Maria Cornejo (my new favorite and most worn pants!), McQueen… I do make the splurge mostly when my husband takes me shopping for a gift. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360144 Tue, 14 May 2024 21:00:58 +0000 Suntiger 2360144@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the idea of owning some fab designer gown! Realistically though, I wouldn't have the occasion to wear it, and would spend the money on my home or travel instead </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360143 Tue, 14 May 2024 20:48:29 +0000 Sal 2360143@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Really only my Chanel frames.</p> <p>I have a few NZ/Australian designer pieces but they are not at the luxury end of the market.</p> <p>A Karen walker blouse<br /> Deadly Ponies Handbag.<br /> Beau Coops footwear<br /> Taylor trousers</p> <p>I rarely consider international luxury or designer brands as they are out of my price bracket. I do love the Bvlgari Serpenti range and would consider something from that if I had the money. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360126 Tue, 14 May 2024 18:45:40 +0000 Carla 2360126@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A Hermes scarf (gifted) and Maison Martin Margiela sandals (thrifted) are the extent of my ‘designer’ items. &nbsp;I&nbsp;<i>did&nbsp;</i>have a wool/silk blend plaid skirt from Alfred Sung in the early 80’s (before he founded Club Monaco). &nbsp;It was spendy even though deeply discounted - but I was treating myself (first ‘real job’ after uni.) &nbsp;I wore it until the derrière became sheer (it had a lining). &nbsp;</p> <p><div><br /></div><div>I wouldn’t say no to a Max Mara or Sentaler winter coat, a classic bespoke suit from Victoria Beckham, a ruched dress from Vivian Westwood (preferably vintage) for special occasions or a shirtwaist dress from Carolina Herrera for everyday! &nbsp;There’s an occasion dress from The Vampire’s Wife that I like a lot, but I don’t think it would suit my build. &nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360124 Tue, 14 May 2024 18:25:46 +0000 JAileen 2360124@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a scarf that looks like a Gucci Flora scarf. &nbsp;I thrifted it for a dollar or two. &nbsp;It’s probably not genuine, but the fabric feels <i>very luxurious, </i>and the print is so charming,&nbsp;so who knows? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360120 Tue, 14 May 2024 18:16:12 +0000 Olive Green 2360120@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I splurged on a pair of Belgian Theo designer eyeglass frames for everyday wear, and a perfect panama hat, both from high end Santa Fe shops. No regrets.&nbsp;<br />Margaret Howell would be a good place to spend some money, and custom made buttondowns are on my list.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360104 Tue, 14 May 2024 17:13:18 +0000 Val 2360104@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>I don't have any designer items, besides glasses and sunglasses, Dior does them beautifully I just can't resist. <br /></div><div>As for what I would like... I lust after Sabyasachi Heritage line, <br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360097 Tue, 14 May 2024 17:01:30 +0000 Irina 2360097@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes,&nbsp;<b>Angie</b>, not easy to recall all right away :)<br />I have some Max Mara Weekend clothes (cheaper Max Mara line), APC and JW Anderson bags, too.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360092 Tue, 14 May 2024 16:50:20 +0000 Angie 2360092@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I do!&nbsp;</p> <p>I have three Chanel items I never wear. They are black, and were gifts from the industry when I was a retail buyer doing a LOT of business in Hong Kong. They are in mint condition and still in their boxes! Almost years old :)&nbsp;</p> <p>I have a Valentino Bag that was a gift, and is one of my most coveted possessions! I LOVE IT!!!&nbsp;</p> <p>I've had two pairs of Prada boots that I WORE INTO THE GROUND. Always looking for more.</p> <p>I currently have a pair of green Armani pants that are awesome!!!&nbsp;</p> <p>I have some Philip Lim and Burberry too.&nbsp;</p> <p>And I have a fair amount of Pret a Porter designer items that I get at the NAS or on sale. Like Veronica Beard, BOSS, Polo, L'Agence, Theory,&nbsp; Rag &amp; Bone, Ganni, DVF....and I'm blanking on the rest...</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360082 Tue, 14 May 2024 16:32:03 +0000 Dee 2360082@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t own anything high level designer. Wouldn’t mind trying on a few things though, just to check out the difference in quality, like maybe those Chanel sling-backs or something from Max Mara &nbsp;but I’d be totally intimidated browsing in a shop like that.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360070 Tue, 14 May 2024 15:40:47 +0000 Suz 2360070@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I want a Pucci scarf to go with my Theory co-ordinated set.&nbsp;</p> <p>I wouldn't mind something by Armani. Or maybe some vintage Halston.&nbsp;</p> <p>I love many of the brands Irina mentioned as well and do own a few items bought mostly on consignment, e.g a Paul Smith jacket, Dries van Noten pants, Vince dress-turned-top (I altered it), a DvFurstenburg sweater. In fact, I am taking <b>all </b>those items on my upcoming trip, testament to their versatility and loveability, I guess!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360056 Tue, 14 May 2024 15:09:07 +0000 Irina 2360056@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>With an unlimited budget, I would buy bags and shoes from The Row and Jil Sander. Maybe an Armani black pant suit.&nbsp;</p> <p><div>I have some designer items but from the brands that are not that popular &nbsp;or expensive like my Bao Bao and Ganni bags, clothes from Marimekko, Rag and Bone, Vince.&nbsp;</div><div>And a few higher end items here and there - Toteme winter boots, YSL glasses, Nanushka skirt, Helmut Lang silk top, vintage Rick Owen’s silk scarf, Acne Studios sneakers. But none of it is “iconic” or even well known.&nbsp;</p> <p> </div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360049 Tue, 14 May 2024 14:42:18 +0000 Roberta 2360049@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I used to own a Michael Kors skirt that was the nicest thing in my closet. I wore it for years, until I retired.</p> <p>I actually have a whole Pinterest board devoted to things I would buy if my last name was Rockefeller. Like Joy, I covet an Hermes scarf. I occasionally look on eBay for a particular design that I like, but I've never pulled the trigger. The other thing I REALLY wanted for years was a Loewe Puzzle bag. At this point in my life I'm never going to spend that much money on a handbag, but I do really admire them. Such an original and still practical design! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360033 Tue, 14 May 2024 12:50:29 +0000 Anonymous 2360033@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would dearly like a Hermes scarf. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360032 Tue, 14 May 2024 12:50:15 +0000 cat2 2360032@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t have anything at that level; I top out at bridge brands bought on deep sale. I do covet a Bottega Veneta bag and Van Cleef Alhambra jewelry, but would never pull the trigger. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/coveted-designer-items#post-2360029 Tue, 14 May 2024 12:41:56 +0000 Carol 2360029@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Do you own any classic designer items (Chanel suit, etc?) If not, what are one or two things you would badly want, or happily own? I would be very happy with Chanel slingbacks, or a Diane von Furstenburg wrap dress.</p> <p> </p>