I'm a big proponent of making fewer but better purchases, and I take designer shopping very seriously (as one should when spending a significant amount of money). Whenever I'm considering something, the most important question I ask myself is if the item is something I'll want to wear years later. If the answer is no, I usually won't buy it and will try my best to expel it from my mind.
Currently, most of the designer items on my mind are best classified as "pretty," and they're just too good not to share with the internet. In addition to being pleasing to the eye, they also have a timeless quality, ensuring you'll still want to wear them for years to come.
Without further ado, scroll for my edit of the prettiest, most timeless designer items on the market. If you're looking to splurge, I promise these gems are worth it.
This current It bag will still look chic and relevant years from now.
You must click through to see the jewelry-like heel detail on these.
This will still be fun to wear when I'm 50.
There are so many timeless Gucci bags, but the Jackie will always get my vote.
The flat sandals all other flat sandals aspire to be.
These may be ultra-trendy now, but I predict they're here to stay.
Anything with the Loewe anagram will remain relevant, and chambray is always in style.
These are very recognizable right now, but they'll still be a really cool pair of slingbacks down the road.
If I was going to get one of Miu Miu's signature pleated bags, I'd choose this color.
These iconic mules barely need a caption at this point.
I'm positive I'd never grow tired of this shape.
When I think of pretty designer items, Valentino is one of the first brands that comes to mind.
If I owned these, I'd wear them every summer.
The original quiet-luxury It bag.
These new The Row flats are destined for greatness.
This has long been the evening bag of choice for the fashion set.
This has become a designer item that sells out every time it's restocked.
You'll be the picture of elegance when you wear this.
This chic black-and-white bag will see you through many situations in life.
These Ferragamo flats would be a lovely addition to your shoe wardrobe.
It wouldn't be a designer shopping story without one of Prada's loveliest bags.
This gives anything a luxe designer touch.
Great for brides or anyone who just loves beautiful shoes.
If you invest in this, you may never need to buy another watch again.
The colors on this eye-catching bag are divine.
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