I invest in designer items from time to time – shoes, bags, clothes and other accessories. When I buy designer stuff, I make sure that I choose key pieces that go well with a lot of outfits, and I pick those with classic and timeless designs. I purchase designer items for their quality, they usually have a fine craftsmanship and they really last a long time.

Designer fashion accessories like jewelry, shoes, bags, and eyewear oozes with class and style. Think Carrie Bradshaw from Sex and the City, and the Upper East Side privileged kids in Gossip Girl, designer accessories is portrayed as a must in high fashion.

When it comes to jewelry, I love Tiffany and Co. necklaces. Aside from the fact that I adore Audrey Hepburn, their jewelries are made from high quality platinum and gold, and have simple, elegant designs. Christian Louboutin is my favorite shoe designer when it comes to pumps. My favorite shoe from his Spring/Summer 2010 collection is the Tahiti high heels, white pumps with a bold, black flower embellishment on the side. For bags, who wouldn’t recognize the conspicuous LV monogram? Louis Vuitton is the most sought-after, and the most pirated, leather goods brand. Its newest collection is the Damier Azur – bags and wallets in white checkered monogram patterns.

Only the well-off or at least, those who are in the middle to high income earners can afford designer items because of their sky high prices. Remember that when buying from designer brands, choose a well-made and a tastefully designed piece – you wouldn’t want to purchase the designer’s biggest mistake.