Instantly Elevate Your Wardrobe With 31 Chic Pieces That Only *Look* Expensive
There is a common misconception that it takes a large budget to put together a stylish, expensive-looking wardrobe. With a little bit of time and the help of a well-trained eye (aka us Who What Wear editors), you will be stepping out of the house with an unmistakable rich-girl vibe in no time. You'll also have that lasting satisfaction of finding a stellar piece that only looks expensive. Enter the results of my latest scouring of the internet for the chicest pieces that do just that.
The key to searching for finds that give off a wealthy feel is to focus on elevated basics that have a timeless and polished presentation. This can be anything from a chic long coat to classic jeans, minimalist sweaters, effortless heels, and much more. What's great is that you will be able to mix and match most—if not all—of these finds together to create a cohesive outfit rotation. Keep scrolling to peruse 31 chic, rich-looking pieces worth adding to your closet—everything with the exception of one standout coat is under $200.
Timeless button-downs are a closet staple.
Jennifer Camp Forbes is currently an editor at Who What Wear, where she has worked in a variety of capacities for over a decade, including creative director and various editor roles. She’s well-known as a shopping expert that’s sought out for advice and insight on the latest trends, outfit ideas, and fashion picks thanks to her thoughtful shopping roundups, digital moodboards, and extensive knowledge of up-and-coming brands, plus the new arrivals sections of the chicest retailers. Jennifer has had a lifelong interest in fashion which led her to intern at Harper’s Bazaar as an undergraduate. Later, while working towards her masters degree in psychological counseling at Columbia University, she founded two digital fashion publications: Le Fashion and Olsens Anonymous. The popularity of both sites grew and after graduation she decided put her plans to become a therapist aside to pursue a career in fashion. While she has called Los Angeles and New York City home in the past, she currently works remotely from Massachusetts. When she’s not obsessing over and writing about her latest fashion finds, she is delighting in raising two little ones with her highschool sweetheart, perusing TikTok religiously, listening to podcasts and audiobooks, creating abstract photographs, and eating the best Mexican food she can get her hands on.
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