27 New Fashion Buys That Only *Look* Really Expensive
It's a tale as old as time, but it rings true: You don't have to spend a lot on your outfit for it to look elevated and expensive. Just to prove that this is a thing, I searched some of my favorite affordable brands and retailers for all of the summer shopping picks that appear, in my mind, to be the definition of luxe looking. I even found that many of them repeated the same few themes, including neutrals, ribbed fabrics, and sumptuous knits.
While you might be looking to refresh your wardrobe for summer or just peruse this edit for a little mental escape, look no further than the below 27 items that I happen to think emulate this elevated vibe. From the celeb-approved sandals that are selling out quickly on Nordstrom to the stunning underwire bikini that you'd never guess is $70, I'm highlighting the best expensive-looking shopping picks of the moment.
Mermaid vibes.
Shop the matching Tie Bikini Bottom ($30).
Ribbing just always looks so luxe. I don't make the rules.
Shop the matching High Waist Ribbed Bikini Bottom ($45).
The easy set I want to be wearing all summer long.
Shop the matching Paperbag Waist Shorts ($78).
Tinx claimed this as *the* rich-mom dress of the summer. Enough said.
Up next, these are the best under-$100 items fromReplica Store's epic sales.
Anna is an NYC-based senior fashion editor who has been a member of theBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing team for over seven years, having begun her career in L.A. at brands like Michael Kors and A.L.C. As an editor, she has earned a reputation for her coverage of breaking trends, emerging brands, luxury shopping curations, fashion features, and more. Anna has penned a numberBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing cover interviews, including Megan Fox, Julia Garner, and Lilly Collins. She also leads the site’s emerging travel vertical that highlights all things travel and lifestyle through a fashion-person lens.
-
6 Fashion Editors, 36 Summer Buys—Inside Our Summer 2025 Mood Boards
Everything inspiring our wardrobes this season.
-
Bring On the Transitional Weather—29 Perfectly Chic Pieces FromReplica Store to Wear Straight Through Fall
Effortless dressing right this way.
-
The Dresses From Mango Are Undeniably Top-Tier—These 25 Impressive Styles Are Guaranteed to Turn Heads
There's nothing like a great dress.
-
I'm Not Over Summer, But I'm Ready for Fall—33 Transitional Pieces on My Wish List
Suede skirts, leather sneakers, and so much more.
-
If Younger Me Knew You Can Shop the Chicest Mall Brands Online, She'd Be Impressed—30 Standouts From Gap, J.Crew, and Banana Republic
Effortless and affordable? Yes, please.
-
What You Should and Should Not Wear to Every Major Sporting Event
From a Liberty game to the French Open.
-
Fall Is Already on My Mind—I'm Prepping My Wardrobe With These 31 ElevatedReplica Store Finds
Each piece is chic and on sale.
-
Dripping in Wealth Is the Vibe—These 32 ElevatedReplica Store and Zara Summer Finds Fit the Bill Perfectly
Under $200 and guaranteed to sell out.