12 places where you can find major discounts on designer shoes, handbags, and clothing

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2021-04-23T18:43:24Z

Vivrelle

Vivrelle
  • StockX
  • Vivrelle
  • Rent the Runway
  • The RealReal
  • The Outnet
  • Rebag
  • Luxury Garage Sale
  • Gilt
  • 6pm
  • Saks Off 5th
  • Nordstrom Rack
  • T.J. Maxx

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There's a lot to love about designer goods. The luxurious materials, quality craftsmanship, classic styles, and one-of-a-kind designs — the list could go on and on. But there's one thing I am confident in saying I hate about designer goods: the prices.

Let's face it, no matter how much you're willing to spend on your wardrobe, you probably would not be opposed to spending less. Everyone loves a good deal, whatever their shopping budget may be. The good news is you don't need to have an unlimited budget (or only eat cereal for a month) to afford the luxury pieces of your dreams.

From resale to rentals, there are plenty of ways to find luxury items, both new and used, at prices that won't make you cringe when you enter your credit card information.

We rounded up some of the best sites to find good deals on designer clothes, shoes, and bags, which you can find, below.

StockX

StockX

Shop authenticated collectibles at StockX.

How it works: You can buy and sell sneakers, apparel, electronics, collectibles, trading cards, and accessories through this online marketplace. Every item sold goes through a multi-step verification process with the site's team of expert authenticators. Once they verify 100% authenticity, the item is shipped off to you with a 7-12 business day arrival.

Why you'll love it: From Air Jordan and Yeezy to Rolex and Apple, StockX offers fully authenticated streetwear, handbags, watches, and more. The team of experts has authenticated tens of millions of products at a 99.95% accuracy rate. For sellers, there's no taking photos, no writing catchy descriptions, and no dealing with unpredictable buyers. StockX handles everything to make sure you can buy and sell with complete confidence.

Read our full review of StockX here.

Vivrelle

Vivrelle

Rent designer accessories at Vivrelle.

How it works: Vivrelle offers access to hundreds of luxury accessory rentals starting at $99/month. You'll choose from one of the three membership plans — Classique, Couture, or Couture Plus — that vary based on retail value and the number of items you want to rent. Members can hold onto an item for as long as they'd like or swap it out monthly. If you love your accessory, you can also buy it for a special members-only price. Plus, there's free shipping both ways.

Why you'll love it: From funky handbags to elegant jewelry, this mother-and-daughter-founded company carries the must-haves you need to accessorize an outfit. Plus, you'll save thousands compared to buying new. The membership is especially great for vacations, letting you hold on to your picks without a pressing return date. Vivrelle also features style collabs where stylists and designers drop their collections and sell pieces from their own closets.

Rent the Runway

Rent the Runway

Rent and shop designer clothing at Rent the Runway

How it works: Rent the Runway is known for its unique clothing rental service, which allows you to rent dresses for short periods of time instead of buying them or subscribe to a rotation of items every month. This ultimately allows you to wear designer clothes at a fraction of the cost.  A lesser-known asset of Rent the Runway though is their clearance section, where you can purchase designer goods that are finished with their rental rotation. The sale styles are gently used, but you can snag them at up to 75% off the retail price. Not only does RTR have dresses, but you can buy clothing, jewelry, and other accessories on sale.

Why you'll love it: The site does a great job of helping you find what you're looking for. It has advanced filters like weather, event formality, age, and more that help you find the right outfit for your needs. You can also sort by price range, from under $50 to "splurge-worthy" where you can find deals on high-end designer dresses from the likes of Derek Lam and Nina Ricci.

The RealReal

The RealReal

Shop designer deals at The RealReal

How it works: The RealReal is an online luxury consignment shop that boasts a wide selection of luxury and designer goods. In addition to clothing, shoes, and accessories, The RealReal curates luxury home decor and fine art. There's a team of over 90 experts (including gemologists, art curators, and horologists) evaluating and authenticating every piece, so you can be sure what you're buying is legitimate.

Why you'll love it: Along with a great selection of luxury items, one of the best parts about The RealReal is that there is always a wide range of pieces on sale, so you can snag even better prices. Every piece has a description of its condition, so you know if you should expect any discoloration, scratches, stains, or holes. Another great feature is that The RealReal lets you like items you're interested in while scrolling through the site. Then, when you're done shopping, you can head over to the likes section (the heart-shaped icon) and filter through the pieces you might actually want to buy. This is also a great way to keep an eye on items you may be interested in, but aren't sure if you're ready to buy just yet.

The Outnet

The Outnet

Find high-end fashion at The Outnet

How it works: The Outnet is a go-to for fashion-forward shoppers on the hunt for discounted designer brands. New arrivals are added to the site every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, so there is always a fresh crop of great finds. The Outnet carries a wide array of luxury, trendy brands as well as its own exclusive brand, Iris & Ink.

Why you'll love it: The Outnet has an amazing selection of trendy, new brands as well as classic, timeless staples. It offers styles that look like they're straight from the runway and everyday, ready-to-wear pieces as well. Discounts are up to 75% off, so you can score some serious deals on high-end pieces. The "what to wear" section has curated collections that make it easy to peruse and shop by style, season, and occasion.

Rebag

Rebag

Shop coveted designer handbags at Rebag

How it works:Rebag sells authentic, pre-owned bags from the most-sought after brands. It only accepts bags from an exclusive group of less than 50 designers, but the selection is anything but small. Rebag has pretty strict guidelines on the condition of the bag and how it is photographed, which must be followed in order to be accepted.

Why you'll love it:Rebag has timeless and on-trend bags from the top luxury brands. The curated list of accepted brands means you only will see the best of the best, in terms of designer handbags. Since everything is pre-owned, you can find styles that you wouldn't even encounter in a retail store today. The selection is well-organized, well-presented, and sure to make any handbag aficionado swoon.

Luxury Garage Sale

Luxury Garage Sale

Shop the online designer consignment at Luxury Garage Sale

How it works:Luxury Garage Sale is an online consignment shop offering products from the top luxury brands. There is a serious authentication process, so you can feel more confident in knowing that your money is being spent on a legitimate piece and not a fake. It has a large selection for both men and women, including deals on some of the hottest brands of the moment.

Why you'll love it:Beyond a great selection of unique pieces, Luxury Garage Sale gives you a detailed description regarding the condition of each item. The site only takes pieces in good condition anyway, but this is a nice touch. It eliminates the possibility of any unwanted surprises, like discoloration or a small stain, when you get your items. It also offers a personal styling service if you want some guidance on what you should purchase.

Gilt

Gilt

Shop the designer deals at Gilt

How it works: Gilt is like an online version of a sample sale. It offers flash sales that only last a few days, across a range of different everyday and luxury brands. Scout out the homepage to easily see what brands are being featured each day. If you're looking for something more specific, you can also shop by designer or item.

Why you'll love it:The sale boutiques are updated every day. So, even if you don't love the brands featured on Monday, come Tuesday there will be plenty of new additions to Gilt's selection. If you have a favorite luxury brand, look out for it on Gilt. Its brand boutiques have tons of options at great prices, but these deals don't last long, so if you find something you love on Gilt, go for it.

6pm

6pm

Shop the 6pm luxury collection

How it works:6pm has all sorts of clothing at discounted prices, including a spot dedicated to luxury brands. It carries a lot of products from a lot of cool name brands like Dsquared2, Stella McCartney, and Versace, just to name a few. You can find some of these trendy names on sale for up to 80% off.

Why you'll love it:You can sort through the selection by "% off" so you know how good each discount is. You can also sort by occasion, making it easy to find exactly what you're looking for. With such deep discounts, the selections tend to run out fast, so if you do love something you might want to jump on it.

Saks Off 5th

Saks OFF 5TH

Find great deals every day at Saks off 5th

How it works: Essentially, Saks off 5th is the outlet version of luxury department store Saks 5th Avenue. This means you'll find the same brands Saks sees, just a different selection with lower prices. Don't assume that because this is technically an outlet store you will only find outdated styles from last season; the site has super trendy pieces on sale for men, women, and children.

Why you'll love it:Just like the Saks department stores, Saks off 5th has a nice range of more affordable everyday pieces and high-end designer pieces. It often has additional sales on the site, so you can get even larger discounts. It also has a "New & Trending" category so you can search for up-to-date designer pieces.

Nordstrom Rack

Nordstrom Rack

Save on name brands at Nordstrom Rack

How it works:Nordstrom Rack is, if the name wasn't obvious, Nordstrom's outlet store. Nordstrom already has a wide range of affordable to luxury products, but Nordstrom Rack offers more affordability with its reduced prices. This is a one-stop shop for finding less familiar, everyday brands alongside high-end designer ones, with a large selection for men, women, and children.

Why you'll love it:You get all of the same brands as Nordstrom, but with lower prices. The website also shows how much you're saving when compared to the original retail value of the given item. The wide array of everyday brands and designer ones makes this a great place to shop if you want to treat yourself to some nicer clothing while still staying on a budget.

T.J. Maxx

T.J. Maxx

Get T.J. Maxx prices on high-end pieces

How it works: T.J. Maxx is known for selling products at prices far lower than most competing department stores. While you might associate the brand with cheaper, fast fashion, T.J. Maxx has a surprising selection of luxury goods. The Runway at Maxx is the lesser-known part of the site where you can find designer clothing, handbags, and jewelry at prices below retail value.

Why you'll love it: You can't search by designer since there are many non-designer products, but if you head to "The Runway" section it won't take too much time to find some of the top designers for less. After a little scouring myself, I came across a bag I had seen in a luxury department store not too long ago for $300 less than the department store price. That price point definitely makes the extra search worthwhile.

Remi Rosmarin

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Remi is a reporter for Business Insider's affiliate commerce team, Insider Reviews. After graduating from Colgate University with a degree in Creative Writing and Political Science, Remi joined Business Insider to help readers find the best products worth buying. Since joining the team in 2018, Remi has reviewed hundreds of products and interviewed founders of industry disruptors, such as direct-to-consumer startups Koio and Absolut Art. She specializes in women's lifestyle, but loves to learn about any and all products that add value and excitement to our everyday lives. Say hello at rrosmarin@businessinsider.com. Learn more about how our team of experts tests and reviews products at Insider here.

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