STEAL VS. SPLURGE DATE NIGHT LOOK

The first aspect of this steal vs splurge date night look I want to talk about is the VERY important 3rd layer. This Balmain blazer has been in my closet for years, but you would think I just bought it yesterday based on its state. I always feel confident and chic when I include this piece in any look, and I’m sure you will too! I’m wearing a size zero in this designer splurge.

If the designer version is a bit beyond your budget, no worries, this LilySilk blazer is the PERFECT dupe to the Balmain blazer. I honestly can’t get over the quality and the silk feels amazing on my skin. I personally think either option would elevate your date night look to the next level!

The designer top in this steal vs splurge date night look is this edgy Alice & Olivia bustier top. You can pair it with a good pair of denim, a fabulous high-waisted skirt, or with a pair of trending leather cargo pants as I did here. I’m wearing an XS in this cropped leather top.

The budget-friendly version I’ve picked is this faux leather corset top from Express. It has more of a sweetheart neckline and dainty, petite straps that lend a bit of a delicate vibe to this edgy style. I’m also wearing an XS in this affordable trend peice.

Cargo pants and faux leather are having a huge moment this fall and these vegan leather pants from Alice & Olivia incorporate the best of both trends! I’ve had a hard time finding cargo pants that don’t drown me in fabric and end up looking frumpy and these pants are a perfect balance. I’m wearing a size zero in these splurge bottoms.

The steal version of these pants for this steal vs splurge date night look are by Express. I think these are a great option if you just aren’t feeling the cargo pant trend ( which is totally fine, by the way!) They are also faux leather and will definitely bring that “wow” factor to your next date night look.

I always say that the 3 categories to focus your investment pieces are jackets, shoes, and of course accessories! In fact, I explain why in full detail in one of my recent YouTube videos you can watch here. This Prada bag is the perfect item to add a little bit of sparkle to your next date night look.

I love the steal bag in this steal vs splurge date night look because it has a different, but equally fabulous look to it than the designer item. It features a different shape and strap design, but still brings all that sparkle! It also comes with a much more reasonable price tag that your budget will love.

If you take a quick scroll through my LTK page, you will see that I literally wear this necklace on repeat, and with good reason! I love how it incorporates silver and gold tones, so the options for pairing matching accessories are endless. I can absolutely attest to the quality of this necklace since I have owned it for years, I wear it all the time and it still looks new.

This steal version by All Saints is such a great dupe to the Saint Laurent necklace. In some situations, it’s really hard to tell the difference! If the designer version is out of your price range I can assure you, that you will be very happy with the steal version.