I'm a Frugal Shopper, But I'd Be Willing to Splurge on These 28 Worth-It Fall Items
*Wishes for unlimited funds.*

As a Gen Zer who only has a few years under my belt in the workforce, spending big bucks is just not something I can do yet. Practicing self-control in the fashion capital of America, NYC, is, well, very difficult for a young fashion lover like me. But even though I'm a frugal shopper, I'm also a big dreamer. Just like how I scroll through Zillow and dream of owning one of those homes one day, I find myself scrolling through luxury retailers, manifesting a wealthier version of myself.
The prices on these items are definitely well out of my budget, but every now and then (well, maybe not that often), I have no issue with splurging on something that's truly special. I have a growing list of luxury fall fashion items I would buy because they’re worth it, so I'm sharing it with you. Keep scrolling to discover the luxury pieces that will elevate your closet and, in most cases, your mood.
I wore a Hug bag for a week, and it's definitely worth it.
I love a subversive basic.
This is very Tracee Ellis Ross coded, and she's my style icon.
Kerane Marcellus is a New York-based writer. She joined theBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing team in 2025 after writing for Essence Magazine and freelancing for a number of other arts and culture publications. Fashion is a form of expression that she encourages everyone to take part in. There is no right or wrong in getting dressed! When she's not writing, she's reading in the park or gallery hopping in the city.
-
The 6 Fall Outfit Formulas That'll Get You a Seat at The Row's Paris Show
Effortlessly sophisticated.
-
A New Dawn Rises at Loewe—and the Future Is Bright
Our breakdown of Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez's debut for the Spanish fashion house during Paris Fashion Week.
-
Carven: What Cool Women in Paris and New York Will Be Wearing in Spring 2026
Everything you need to know about Mark Thomas's runway debut for the French fashion house.
-
I Want to Be Old Money, But I Work 9 to 5—These 23 Workbags Make Me Feel Rich
Carry everything in style.
-
Thanks to It Girls With Good Taste, This Anti-Trend Bag Style Is What Everyone Wants RN
Hailey Bieber just proved it again.
-
Nothing Humbles Your Closet More Than the Zara New Arrivals Section—25 Pieces to Instantly Elevate Your Fall Outfits
Did I mention they're modeled by Alexa Chung?
-
The 10 Specific Items Everyone With Elegant Taste Will Buy This October
From J.Crew's It sweater to Reformation's It shoes.
-
My Little Sisters Think I'm Rich—These Are the Under-$150 Finds Making Them Believe That
A walking (chic) ATM.