When Kim Kardashian turned up wearing the iconic Marilyn Monroe dress at the Met Gala this year, the media were quick to react to the stunt pulled by the reality TV star. Kardashian did not purchase the dress, though; she asked to borrow it for the event. Monroe originally purchased the dress for $1,440. It was sold at an auction to Ripley’s Believe It or Not! in 2016 for $4.8 million. Even Kardashian would not be able to purchase the dress, despite her phenomenal collection of designer items.
So, where does this leave us, mere mortals, with our dream of wearing pretty things? The truth is that the Marilyn dress moment was a unique exception. The dress is not designed to be worn, as it is kept under strict temperature and humidity conditions. But, even if it isn’t Marilyn’s dress, we can’t help and desire fashionable items that make us feel special. So yes, you can have pretty things without breaking the bank! I’m going to tell you how!
Designer fashion without the price tag
You don’t need to buy designer fashion first hand. You can find plenty of excellent condition items that have been used already. Second hand items are considerably cheaper, making them more affordable without necessarily compromising on quality. You may also want to keep an eye on designer sample sales, which are a fantastic opportunity to get great items at a low price.
Another place you may want to try for your fashion addiction is reputable outlets. Some outlets will sale end of collection items or items from previous collections that have never been worn and are available for affordable costs.
Shiny jewelry that makes me feel special
Are you familiar with loose diamonds? Essentially, a diamond that’s loose is not attached to any jewelry piece such as a ring or a pendant. As a result, you can have a lot more for your money as you are not buying a pre-set unit. A loose stone is a fantastic way of upgrading your favorite jewelry piece or a family heirloom. You can get the stone directly fitted onto something you know fits you.
It’s worth mentioning vintage jewelry, which you can buy from flea markets and specialist fairs. Not all vintage jewelry is designer-made. But you can find exquisite quality pieces that pack a lot of value once you get them appraised. More often than not, flea market jewelry can look faded and old. But with the right maintenance and care routine, old pieces can get their shine and value back!
Hire it
You can learn from Kim Kardashian’s experience. She didn’t purchase the iconic dress, but that didn’t stop her from wearing it. You can hire designer items for a special occasion, such as wearing them for a photoshoot or to attend a party.
The advantage of hiring rather than owning is financial. It is considerably more affordable to hire than to buy unique and precious fashion items and accessories. Additionally, maintenance, care, and storage play a big role in keeping your designer clothes and jewelry in pristine condition. That’s where it can be helpful to let experts look after the pieces while you can enjoy them when you want to.
Are you looking for your own Marilyn moment? Whether you choose to buy at a discounted cost or to hire, there are plenty of options to get your hands on pretty things without breaking the bank.
Cheers!
Candy
