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People say money can’t buy happiness, but I’m inclined to disagree.

With my current bank account, I certainly can’t afford the lavish Chanel resort collection (which is already sold out in New York) or the latest, sweet-as-a-cupcake Dior line created by Jonathan Anderson or other in-vogue runway creations.

While there’s a time and place to splurge on an edgy Saint Laurent Icare quilted tote or an iconic Ralph Lauren Americana sweater, there’s also a time to embrace the dupe (sorry, Ralph!).

Designer items are coveted for a reason: their high quality and limited quantities make them deeply desirable, especially when celebrities and magazines showcase just how luxe they look. However, you can easily elevate your wardrobe by mixing high-low pieces, pairing a designer splurge with a lookalike that feels just as premium. After all, designer dupes are everywhere…if you know where to look.

While there are sites dedicated to exact replicas, like DHGate and AliExpress, navigating the legal and ethical issues of buying carbon copies isn’t always worth the risk. Instead, you can find incredible high-street alternatives right under your nose.

Below are a few major scores we’ve found to help you feel just as chic for a whole lot less. After all, true style is about how you wear it, not the label on the tag.

Polo Ralph Lauren is known for its Americana theme, American flag sweaters and adorable knits. Get almost the same look for only $49.90 through Quince, where it’s 100% organic cotton available in sizes extra small through extra large.

This bag shape is the latest trend of 2026, and right now, Polène is all the rage in France. If you pass a store or a section of a department store where this is carried, you will find a line out the door. I found an identical lookalike on Amazon for $60.

Similar to the Cartier Panthère de Cartier collection, Fossil has created a similar collection called the Fossil Raquel Watch Collection that is equally elegant, sans the expensive diamond-encrusted watch face and real gold.

If you’re looking for a boot that feels like The Row, Steve Madden nailed it. This boot comes in sizes 5 through 14 and zips up the front in a very fashionable, cool girl sort of way. One of our fashion editors on Page 6 wears these boots on a daily basis, and I’d swear she was wearing The Row if I didn’t know better.

The most striking feature of this Jenni Kayne Cooper Cardigan is its unique silhouette, highlighted by dramatic bell sleeves. Quince created a similar version crafted from luxurious Mongolian cashmere that mirrors this exact structured look. Theory and Reformation have similar sweaters, but Quince beats them all with a low price of $159.

Former creative director Jonathan Anderson made Loewe (pronounced loh-WEH-vay) a highly coveted brand in our fashion arsenal over the last decade, transforming its Puzzle bag into an icon. While you cannot replicate that exact luxury quality, you can capture the same look with the Italian Leather Patchwork Crossbody from Quince

No need to lug out to the outlet mall for a great deal on designer items when you can get a dupe.

The stunning Bottega Veneta tall Chelsea lug boots are an investment, and if you’re up for it, they are still sold on the site for $1,450. However, should you want to save some cash for the rest of the items on this list, check out the AllSaints chic combat boot for $319. Still on the high end but not in the thousands.

While this is most definitely a Chinese brand, it may offer the same comfort level that any heel can provide. This affordable strap-on has the look and feel of the classic Valentino Kidskin Pump and is available in sizes 5 through 13.

This article was written by Emma Sutton-Williams, New York Post Commerce Writer/Reporter and resident fashionista. Emma is one of the best-dressed ladies in The Post’s office, and also known for finding an unbelievable deal on any one of her stylish outfits. Divulging on everything from designer launches, sales and dupes to the most-popular and most-underrated purse brands to luxurious silk pajama brands, Emma has cultivated an eye for style and an expertise for identifying the clothes and accessories worth your coin. At the same time, she proudly models the products she picks so you can see their fit and function first-hand. Emma has been creating shopping guides for The Post since 2024, and previously held bylines in Rolling Stone, Oprah Daily, Parents, InStyle, StyleCaster and more.