DESIGNER purchases are super pricey, as we know, but thankfully the high street is here to lend a helping hand.
Whilst we may want to save up for the real thing, sometimes that's just not feasible – so we love a good dupe.
With the current cost of living crisis, and we are looking to invest our money wisely, and if that includes a little pick me up treat in the form of a new outfit, then doing so on a budget is how we intend to do so. Win win.
We've hunted down some designer dupes including some of favourite brands, from Manolo Blahnik and Prada heel dupes, to The Frankie Shop blazer and Jacquemus lookalike trousers, all accessorised with faux Cartier ring.
All of the below will give you a luxe look, on a lemonade budget – and we're obsessed.
Manolo Blahnik heels dupe
We all dream of owning a pair of Manolo's, but the hefty £945 price tag for the popular Hangisi style £945.
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However you could save yourself almost £900 at Mango as the high street label has a very similar design, which features the pointed toe, a heel height of 8cm, and crystal detail on the front buckle in both a classic black and royal blue hue.
Perfect to wear with a pair of jeans and a nice top combo for an evening out, suit, or dress for a more special celebration.
- Jewel heel shoes, £59.99 from Mango – buy here
- Hangisi Heels, £749 – Manolo Blahnik – buy here
Hunza G swimsuit dupe
Hunza G is a celebrity loved brand Rosie Huntington Whiteley, as well as Rochelle Humes swear by, and we totally see why as the one size fits all is perfect for an ever changing body shape.
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However, the Hunza G Square Neck Swim retails for £155, but what if we told you you could get your hands on a very similar design and save £120?
- Textured Swimsuit, £35 from River Island – buy here
- Hunza G Square Neck Swimsuit, £155 – buy here
Rhode Dress dupe
Rhode is a stunning fashion brand you can rely on for chic bohemian style dresses, and flattering figure hugging designs, which are a great investment when it comes to a special occasion.
Why spend £395 on the Rhode Baroque dress, when you could splurge just £39 on a Pink Floral Tie Waist Smock Mini Dress from River Island, which boasts a similar floated skirt detail, round neck, balloon sleeve and vibrant print?
- Pink Floral Tie Waist Smock Mini Dress, £39 from River Island – buy here
- Rhode Baroque Dress, £395, Farfetch – buy here
Prada heels dupe
Prada is one of our favourite brands at the moment, and is a failsafe go to many know and love.
Whether it's the chunky biker boots, the cross body bag, the 90s inspired sunglasses, or bucket hats.
But parting with £900 for a pair of Contrast-Toecap Slingback Pumps seems a little steep, especially when they will most likely be worn in the evening, or to a special occasion.
With that in mind ASOS' dupe look very similar, and for £38 you can't go wrong.
Pair with wide leg leather trousers, a body and blazer, to just add a pop of something to your monochrome look, with a mini, midi or maxi dress, these are timeless.
- ASOS DESIGN Scandal toe cap slingback mid shoes in black, £38 from ASOS – buy here
- Contrast Toecap Slingback Pumps, £900, Farfetch – buy here
Birkenstock dupe
We have long been lusting after a pair of Birkenstock Bostons, and not only are they almost impossible to get hold of, they also cost an eye watering £160.
While that may not seem much to some, if you can get a very similar pair for a fraction of the price, without anyone knowing the difference, why wouldn't you?
- Dark beige faux shearling lined suede slip-ins, £35 from Monki – buy here
- Birkenstock Boston Shearling, £160 – buy here
Rat & Boa co-ord dupe
Rat & Boa is a designer brand having a moment, as Love Island stars had been sporting numerous designs from the label during the winter series.
From the ruffle dresses, to the multicoloured maxi designs, stunning co-ords, Rat & Boa has it all, but garments frequently sell out fast, or they have a hefty price tag.
For example the Rat & Boa Zeta Top fetches £65, while the Oriana Skirt is £110, so to wear the full matching set would set you back £175. It's not impossible, but it's not purse friendly.
Solution? Shein's One Shoulder Twist Crop Top & Split Thigh Skirt, which comes as a two piece so, although you can mix and match should you wish. Plus it comes in more colour options, for under £20.
- One Shoulder Twist Crop Top & Split Thigh Skirt Set, £16.49 from Shein – buy here
- Rat & Boa Zeta Top, £65 – buy here
- Oriana Skirt, £110 – buy here
Skims Lounge dress dupe
The Skims Soft Lounge Dress has sold out time and time again, but for £75 it is a little on the pricey side.
Though it is super flattering, and versatile to be dressed up or down, we can do the same with ASOS' Strappy Ruched Busy Midi Dress for £50 less.
- ASOS DESIGN strappy ruched bust midi dress, £22 from ASOS – buy here
- Skims Soft Lounge Dress, £76 – buy here
The Frankie Shop blazer dupe
We have had The Frankie Shop's Bea Blazer on our wish list for years, but simply can't justify taking our basket to the checkout because the Bea Blazer fetches £345.
We know it is a huge hit, and a sell out success, but it's costly, which is why we are head over heels for PLT's similar alternative.
PLT's Oversized Blazer comes in neutral and black, so we could buy both for less than one Frankie Shop blazer – it's a no brainer.
- Black Woven Extreme Oversized Shoulder Pad Pocket Blazer, £45 from PLT – buy here
- Bea Blazer, £345, The Frankie Shop – buy here
Jacquemus Straight Leg Trouser dupe
Jacquemus is another hugely popular brand many are flocking to buy, especially influencers; from the impractically small handbags, to the quirky bucket hats, slogan T-shirts, and there's more.
One item in particular we have been loving included the Straight-Leg Tailored Trousers, which retail for £450 on Farfetch.
For a vibrant pair of straight trousers, while on trend and super flattering, we just can't justify it.
The solution? H&M's Straight Trousers in the same bold colourway.
So, if you only wear in the Spring and Summer months, that's ok, because you haven't forked out hundreds of pounds.
- Straight trousers, £34.99 from H&M – buy here
- Jacquemus Straight Leg Trousers, £450, Farfetch – buy here
Cartier ring dupe
The Cartier Love Ring is another hugely popular and highly sought after accessory some may dream of owning.
The Love Ring comes in various styles, such as thicker or thinner bands, a variety of precious metals, some plain, others encrusted with jewels.
But with a four-figure price tag, it's not a decision, or purchase, to make lightly.
So we are snapping up the RUIQUAN 18K Gold Silver Rose Plated Love Ring on Amazon for under £10.
What we love about this dupe, is not only does it look super similar, but it is made from hypo-allergenic metals, so rest assured it won't tarnish your finger.
It comes in three colours and five sizes, so you are bound to find the perfect fit for you.
- RUIQUAN 18K Gold Silver Rose Plated Love Ring, £9.99 from Amazon – buy here
- Cartier Love Ring, £1120 – buy here
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