If it Looks Cheap, I Don’t Want It—5 Items I’m Buying to Fake Expensive Outfits

Lately, my wardrobe has gone through a complete vibe shift. I have ventured away from cheap thrills and fleeting trends and toward long-lasting and classic pieces. One brand I lean on to serve me this aesthetic is Who What Wear Collection. No, I’m not just saying this because I work here, I’m saying it because it’s a brand that offers expensive-looking pieces at affordable price points which is exactly what I’m looking for. While shopping, I try to avoid anything that looks cheap and feels cheap, no matter how cheap it actually is. I also don’t enjoy spending tons of money on clothes. So, what do I do with this expensive taste and strict budget? I shop for the 5 pieces below. 

As I have navigated through this “vibe shift”, I found that there are 5 key pieces that make any outfit look so expensive. Here, I’ll walk you through my go-to hero pieces for a closet that only looks expensive, plus provide some more affordable pieces that are guaranteed to make you look effortlessly polished no matter how you style them. 

Tailored trousers are key to making even your simplest basics look ten times more expensive. I love pairing mine with ribbed tanks, tees, and button-down shirts. This particular pair comes in a versatile yet unique hue and so far, gets me so many compliments. 

If there’s one thing I know about knits, it’s that they’re going to look rich no matter what. I love this particular one because it’s so simple and so chic, making it naturally look like I spent way more on it than I actually did. This color is exquisite and pairs perfectly with jeans, trousers, and the like. 

Printed dresses are the best things to throw on when you feel like you have nothing to wear. They are easy to style and if you are wise in which print you choose (like this wavy number, for example), I can guarantee your ‘fit will look nearly designer

There is nothing I love more than a good blazer…which is probably why I have a closet full of them. I just find that no matter what I’m wearing, a blazer seems to always be the one piece that elevates my look. This one in particular has a built-in layer that instantly makes this blazer look so pricey.

Last but not least, I like to keep a small handful of trend-driven pieces on hand to ensure I’m looking current. With that being said, I also like to choose trendy pieces that are also versatile so I can treat them like basics. This corset bodysuit is exactly that. It’s on-trend, easy to wear, and so comfortable. 

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