I'm a firm believer that accessories make an outfit. For this reason, I like to keep my outfits simple and enhance them with accessories that suit the occasion. But without accessories, some of my looks would veer a bit bland, so I don't leave the house without a few select ones.
As the saying goes, accessories can also break an outfit. For this reason, I choose carefully. My preference is expensive-looking and versatile ones that instantly elevate my entire ensemble. The quiet-luxury movement certainly plays into that, so luxurious accessories abound now. But luxury doesn't have to mean ultra-expensive. Some of the best accessories are reasonably priced, and I'm here to share some of my favorites with you. (I also threw in some investment items that I think are 100% worth it.)
Without further ado, scroll on for my edit of accessories that'll make your entire wardrobe look instantly richer.
Polo Ralph Lauren
Chino Cap
Celebrities like Jennifer Lawrence and Kendall Jenner are fans of this classic cap.
Toteme
Toteme Small Leather Cross-Body Bag
People have been waiting months for this highly-coveted It bag to restock. I own it in tan, and it really is the perfect bag.
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Snake Chain Necklace
Your summer dresses need this pretty chain.
Madewell
Leather Western Belt
The main reason this belt keeps selling out? It looks far more expensive than $52.
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Crescent Leather Bag
An elegant bag that's perfect for daily wear.
Dorsey
Kate 3mm Round Cut, Lab-Grown White Sapphire, Gold Riviere Bracelet
Trust me: Everyone will assume these are real diamonds.
H&M
Oval Sunglasses
I can't believe these are only $11.
Mango
Natural Fiber Shoulder Bag
I strongly support embracing the raffia trend via this bag.
Urban Outfitters
Lettuce-Edge Hair Bow Barrette
What a beauty.
Zara
Macramé Shopper Bag
Who's joining me in ordering this before it sells out?
Sophie Buhai
Gold Hinged Hoop Earrings
These sculptural hoops are destined to be your new go-to earrings (they are for me).
Ray-Ban
RB2140 Original Wayfarer Sunglasses
I'm a firm believer that everyone should own these universally flattering sunglasses.
Toteme
Striped Silk Crepe De Chine Scarf
This chic scarf has countless uses.
J.Crew
Edie Italian Leather Bag
If you're a Celine girl with a J.Crew budget, this bag is for you.
Mango
Buckle Leather Belt
Another great belt you may regret not ordering.
Urban Outfitters
Soft
Stretchy Headband Set
One of the biggest hair accessory trends of the year is also one of the cheapest.
Sophie Buhai
Silk-Satin Hair Tie
If you're going to wear a scrunchie, make it one that's this chic.
COS
Crochet Crossbody Phone Holder
Wouldn't it be nice to have a hands-free summer?
Anthropologie
Linen Baseball Cap
Linen makes everything look more expensive.
J.Crew
Raffia Bucket Hat
A staple for any beach day.
Ralph Lauren
Polo Player Cotton Body Sheet
Speaking of beach days, not having a chic towel would be a missed opportunity.
Frasier Sterling
Rosebud Silk Ribbon Choker Necklace
I love that the rosette on this is tiny and that there isn't any hardware.
Melie Bianco
Brigitte Large Satchel
This bag's fan base is understandably vast.
Madewell
Soft Sunglass Case
It's giving The Beverly Hills Hotel
Coach
Popcorn Straw Shoulder Bag
I can't get over how perfect this is.
Celine
Triomphe 52mm Oval Sunglasses
Celine
Triomphe 52mm Oval Sunglasses
These beauties fall squarely in the pricey-but-worth-it category.
Laura Lombardi
Strada 14kt Gold-Plated Cable-Chain Bracelet
Laura Lombardi jewelry never misses.
Wolford
Seamless Pure 10 Tights
Yes, sheer tights are still wildly popular. You can even get away with wearing them in the summer.
Allyson is a senior editor forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing
. She joined the company in 2014 as co-founder Katherine Power's executive assistant and over the years has written hundreds of stories forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing
. 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.