Crafting an expensive-looking wardrobe is no easy task, nor is it a cheap one.

Luckily, there are ways to elevate your style to reflect your expensive taste without breaking the bank.

It can be as simple as throwing a bag over your shoulder.

Woman holding purse

Purses have become a stylish way to keep our essentials close and secure while we are on the go.

Switching out your canvas tote for a Birkin bag?

But according to shopping experts, there are a few bags that really are worth their hefty price tag.

Designer bags on display in store

“Value retention” is a metric used to identify which products are seen as valuable after purchasing.

They may not be as flashy, but they will elevate practically everything in your wardrobe.

If you love a good hunt for your accessories, thrift stores usually offer a great selection of bags.

Woman shopping for purses

Sellers from all over the world can hop onto eBay or Etsy to sell their once-used bags.

But beware of scammers: Designer bag experts recommend doing thorough research before making any online second-hand purchase.

When you’re looking for a designer handbag dupe, let fashion TikTok guide your way.

Woman holding white purse

TikToker @taymaccc_shared the Louis Vuitton purse dupe that she scored off of a lesser-known website called Babalabag.