The Luxury List is a monthly column on all things luxury, tapping the foremost experts in the fashion space to explore everything from craftsmanship deep dives to the little-known details to consider when buying fine jewelry.
As a fashion editor, I constantly have my eye out for the best new arrivals on the fashion scene. Since one of the markets I focus on is the luxury space, I pay particularly close attention to the coolest drops from designers and the investment-worthy pieces that are worth the splurge. That can often mean shoes or bags with steep price points, but there are some great luxury finds that are under $500.
I scoured the market to find the very best designer items in the price range, including pieces from brands such as Chanel, Hermès, Cartier, Prada, and more. The items include everything from the cult sunglasses everyone is adding to their closets and the biggest swimsuit trends of the season to iconic heritage pieces and sale finds you won’t want to wait to add to your cart. Ahead, the best under-$500 luxury shopping finds.
This color is fun.
An Hermès find fit for a summer holiday.
There is exactly one size left, so I would act quickly.
The swimsuit brand fashion insiders can't get enough of.
This print, though.
The white pair is great, and I'm also eyeing the colorful versions.
It doesn't get more iconic that this exact shade of yellow on a beach chair.
I can't stop thinking about contrast-trim swimsuits.
Get the matching bottoms.
For something fun.
A gorgeous gift idea.
The piece sitting on the top of my wish list.
You'll always know when your bag arrives with this Bottega Veneta travel tag.
An iconic print in an eye-catching colorway.
A finishing touch.
Khaite belts are a street style favorite.
Everyone is accessorizing their bags with charms and tags like this Alaïa cœur key ring.
Loewe's swimwear is especially strong this summer.
Get in on the olive green trend that is set to be big.
Classic aviators with a modern touch.
Yet another perfect gift idea from Cartier.
I just ordered this.
A summer suitcase isn't complete without a great pareo.
Since I switch bags so often, a cardholder has become an everyday essential.
To elevate a simple jeans and T-shirt look.
To wrap around the handle of your bag.
Things belongs on a beach
Just the right touch of a logo.
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