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    If You're Broke AF But Love High-End Fashion, Have We Got Some Awesome Pieces For You

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    Fashion month has been in full swing, with super-luxe pieces making their way down the runways of New York, London, Milan, and soon Paris. But if the thought of just looking at these designer duds' price tags makes you want to gird your loins, we've found some super-cute alternatives that might fit your budget!

    1. Ulla Johnson showed a gorgeous, ruffled-detail high-neck white dress at NYFW, but Boohoo has you covered with a near clone at an affordable price.

    2. Ashley Graham killed it in Prabal Gurung's stunning red cutout dress — and lucky for us, Forever 21 has a pretty similar one to help us imitate her strut down the catwalk.

    3. Zimmermann's Unbridled Collection filled the runway with floral designs and contrasting animal prints, but as we wait for the pieces to hit stores, you can get a similar style at Forever 21 for a fraction of the price.

    4. Italian brand Bottega Veneta presented its stunning collection in New York, which included a vivid yellow velvet dress that Asos carries a look-alike version of.

    5. If you didn't idolize Posh Spice before her current runway show, then you're about to: Victoria Beckham showcased a slew of gorgeously crafted pieces including this Powder Box bag, but if you wanna get with it but don't like its friends, you can find an alternative at Mango.

    6. Sleek, classic, and trendy perfectly describe Tibi's cashmere patch pocket sweater, but if you're looking for a more affordable option, check out a similar style from Nordstrom.

    7. Oscar de la Renta makes some of the most sophisticated and classic designs to hit the runway, including this oversized red coat whose doppelganger you can find at Nasty Gal.

    8. Derek Lam presented the kind of clothes I wish so badly filled my closet, especially this leather skirt, which H&M has a very similar version of hanging on their racks.

    9. Monse is making plaid happen and we're not mad about it, especially because it's led to their cute AF lock booties. But don't let their price lock you out of having them: Nordstrom has a pair of Jeffrey Campbell booties you may want to consider.

    10. Alexander Wang showcased his newest collection, which included a jaw-dropping velvet blazer dress, inside the old Conde Nast offices (where he started off as an intern) — but if Vogue price tags seem a bit out of reach, Missguided has a more wallet-friendly option.

    11. With Raf Simons at the helm, Calvin Klein presented a popcorn-covered runway with some really unique pieces including a stunning oversized plaid coat that you can find a similar version of at Urban Outfitters.

    12. American icon Ralph Lauren presented during NYFW and showcased everything we'd wear if we were vacationing on a yacht this summer, but if your reality is a little more like mine and will be spent sweating it out on a subway platform, then Amazon has a perfect alternative.

    13. Carolina Herrera presented her last collection as creative director for her namesake brand, which included this striking blue midi dress — and for those of us who want to celebrate her legacy, Asos has us covered.

    14. Oscar de la Renta's NYFW show was filled with some sophisticated pieces, like a subtly sexy off-the-shoulder sweater that you can find a super-cozy version of at H&M.

    15. Gigi Hadid wore every goth girl's dream dress for Bottega Veneta — and you can find a much more everyday version (with just as much of a vampy vibe) on Amazon.

    16. Marc Jacobs took a cue from Queen Bey and had his models strut the catwalk in wide-rimmed hats — and you can find an affordable alternative at Forever 21.

    17. Gucci almost made heads roll with its fall 2018 runway show, which included a boxy plaid blazer that you can find a dupe of at Mango.

    18. Jonathan Simkhai makes the kind of pieces that literally live in my dreams, especially this tulle plisse off-the-shoulder dress — but until my bank account catches up, Amazon has a pretty swoon-worthy dress that'll do the trick.

    19. Sally LaPointe's head-turning stretch sequins red dolman dress can be worn perfectly down the yellow brick road, but if the price tag makes you realize there is no place like (your modest) home then check out Asos's body-con version.

    20. And the awesome, amazing, size-inclusive designer Christian Siriano teamed up with E.l.f Cosmetics to create an affordable colorful custom palette just for his runway show — one that anyone can buy!

    I mean, buying all these seems like a no-brainer!

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