Style Splurge: Luxe Finds Under $500

December 5, 2023

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The beautiful thing about luxury is that very little will go a very long way. Nothing, arguably, can elevate your ol’ faithful “tshirt/jean” combo like a hint of a designer frill easily attainable with a belt, a hat or a pair of earrings. Well-made items, however tiny, whisper at sophistication rather than shout about it. Added bonus: these small details tend to age beautifully and can be matched with just about anything in your wardrobe.

To find these small splurges at Aventura Mall, we asked our in-house style guru Kimmie Sussman to share her current favorite small gems. Behold her selection of covetable pieces that feature just enough luxury dusting to give your look a posh polish and guarantee a big return on a small investment. From scarfs to wallets and sunnies these are the items that make every day a little bit more luxurious.

Tag Me Square at Louis Vuitton

The House’s travel heritage is in the spotlight with the new Tag Me design. This all-silk square is adorned with a composition of Louis Vuitton luggage tags in carefully selected chic colors, arrayed against a Monogram or plain white background. Strongly symbolic, evoking the adventure of travel, it makes a nice addition to any outfit.

Logo T-shirt at Burberry

This Burberry T-shirt comes in sorbet pink and is stamped with contrasting logo lettering. It’s an easy piece to pull off and goes well with any style. Added bonus: the organic cotton construction is kinder to the environment.

Thin belt at Balenciaga

Small details make a big impact on this thin belt in black crocodile embossed calfskin with matte black hardware. Thin but mighty, this is the perfect understated cincher to your look.

Mini Kelly Double Tour bracelet at Hermès

The Mini Kelly bracelet is a miniaturized reproduction of the iconic Kelly Double Tour bracelet and is the latest addition to the collection adorned with the iconic Touret clasp. With just enough allusion to its inspiration, this Double Tour bracelet may be the second-best thing to the iconic bag.

Diamond Chain Earring at Jimmy Choo

These earrings take signatures from the brand’s Diamond collection with a geometric design. Elegant in their simplicity, these are crafted in gold-finish metal and manage to pull off a frilly and fun vibe. Pair them with off-duty ensembles for effortless charm.

Card Case Wallet by Gucci

Historic emblems are combined with unexpected silhouettes and details in this classic wallet from everyone’s favorite brand. This card case wallet is crafted from GG Supreme canvas and is decorated with a Horsebit striped motif.

Rhinestone Trousers at Sandro

These oversized taffeta trousers, with an elasticated waistband, a drawstring, and embellished with rhinestones, are the perfect elevated piece for any wardrobe, especially for those elegant fashionistas with a glamorous streak at heart.

Jacquard baseball hat at Ferrari

An athletic energy and trendy design come together in one versatile and functional accessory designed for the most casual looks. Its shape, crafted in jacquard fabric, features a multicolor pattern with the Prancing Horse in an oversized camouflage version for just a touch of unexpected edge without it being too obvious.

Fendigraphy sunglasses at Fendi

If you can’t splurge on the Fendi Hobo bag, these sunnies inspired by the tote are your answer. Oversized round Fendigraphy eyewear are crafted in transparent pink acetate, with temples featuring in-line gold-colored metal Fendi maxi lettering. Chic and slick, these statement-making glasses are discreet yet unforgettable.

Opyum YSL threader earrings at Saint Laurent

Short threader earrings with a fine chain, back bar and Cassandre stud are the most delicate accessory with a big statement appeal. Subtle enough to meet all your style needs yet great at elevating any look, these threaders are a timeless investment.

Travel pouch at Givenchy

Givenchy’s mirrored 4G logo is an ode to founder Hubert de Givenchy’s love of symmetry. This large pouch is a brand classic, printed with logo lettering across the front and fastening with a wrist strap zipper.

Filipa Caseina Boot at Schutz

Featuring a knee-high long boot design, a geometric heel, and pointed toe, bold boots will make your miniskirts and slick outfits stand out.

Art of Living Set: Dior x Bernardaud (limited edition)

Art of Living Set x Bernardaud at Dior

Known as lithophanes, these handcrafted biscuit porcelain candleholders, a result of another Dior collab with Maison Bernardaud reveal a play of shadow and light as well as the patterns illustrated by Pietro Ruffo, an artist and longtime friend of the House of Dior.