Designer pieces aren’t just made for red carpets and Instagram photo ops. With the right styling tricks, your luxe finds can slide effortlessly into your everyday wardrobe. Whether it’s a bold blazer or a logo belt that speaks louder than words, wearing designer items doesn’t need to feel intimidating or “too much” for everyday.
To make it better, when you shop preloved designer, you’re making a smart, sustainable style choice. The result? Every day looks with a touch of luxury, without costing the environment.
Laid-back with a touch of luxe
As you experiment with your style and add some luxury pieces to your core capsule wardrobe, you’ll probably go through a phase of not knowing what to pair with your picks. We love to dress down some designer items for everyday wear, while still keeping the overall look chic.
Reliked top tip: The secret to making designer work for daily life? Contrast. Pair a sharp designer blazer with some vintage-wash jeans and trainers. Throw a crisp silk blouse under some cargo trousers. The mix of tailored and casual, and contrasting fabrics layered together is what makes it wearable and cool.
Add designer accessories to contrast
If a head-to-toe designer look feels daunting, start small. A Dior belt cinched over an oversized knit or a Fendi scarf tied to your go-to tote instantly lifts the vibe. These accessories are everyday heroes – subtle but statement-making.
The trick to wearing designer daily is balancing structured, luxe pieces with casual staples, instantly making them more wearable.
- The blazer formula: Throw an oversized designer blazer over ripped jeans and a plain white tee. Add a pair of chunky white trainers and you’ve nailed that “off-duty” vibe.
- Silk meets streetwear: A slinky silk blouse might scream evening wear or party season, but pair it with straight-leg denim jeans and suddenly it feels laid-back.
- The dress remix: Got a designer slip dress? Layer it under a chunky knit or style it with a leather jacket and biker boots for a much more wearable look. Instantly everyday.
- Denim, denim, and denim: Whether it’s skinny, wide-leg, or vintage Levi’s, denim has the power to tone down even the most polished designer piece.
It’s all about contrast. Sharp tailoring against casual fabrics. Luxe materials mixed with relaxed silhouettes. This balance keeps your outfit stylish but grounded, because no one wants to look like they’re trying too hard on a Tuesday morning coffee run.
Daily designer trainers
Sporty luxe is here to stay, and designer trainers are the ultimate everyday piece. Gucci kicks with a gorgeous slip dress? Yes. Prada sneakers under wide-leg flowing trousers? Always. They add that bit of polish to casual looks while keeping you comfortable enough to actually live in your outfit.
Dressed up comfort is its own style, giving athleisure a designer edge. For the simplest, most wearable combo that you’ll return to again and again, pair some classic vintage Levi’ with a white tee and some designer trainers. This is the ‘jeans and a nice top’ of everyday designer looks.
Keep it simple
Don’t overcomplicate it; let your statement designer piece do the talking.
Having one standout designer piece paired with some understated basics always delivers. A Chanel jacket with a white tee and denim. A standout designer bag slung over a black maxi dress. When in doubt, for everyday wear, let your hero item shine and keep everything else simple.
Reliked top tip: Doing too much at once is the most common mistake when styling designer day-to-day. Let one piece carry the outfit, and keep the rest low-key.
- A statement bag: Carry your designer tote with an all-black outfit for a chic, minimalist look that’s easy to pull together in seconds.
- Bold shoes, neutral base: Got standout designer boots or heels? Keep your outfit neutral so they shine.
- Logo love: If you’re wearing a logo-heavy designer top or belt, balance it with some simple, solid-colour basics.
Wearing designer every day is about confidence, not clutter. Your investment piece deserves the spotlight – let it shine without competing with the rest of your wardrobe.
Layering for the office and beyond
Yes, you can wear designer clothes to the office without looking OTT. Tailored trousers with a Saint Laurent blouse are office-appropriate perfection. Swap out your loafers for heels after work, and you’ve nailed desk-to-drinks styling. It’s about versatility and wearability with your designer picks, not saving your favourites for ‘one day.’
Swap your basic work shirt for a designer silk blouse and keep the rest of your look classic for an easy introduction to designer officewear. Or add a sharp designer blazer to instantly smarten your workwear basics. Invest in versatile designer pieces that work hard and work with lots of outfits – they’ll feel luxe, but you’ll wear them on repeat.
Preloved designer picks
Designer clothes deserve to be worn, not hidden away. When you shop preloved, you don’t just get that elevated look for less; you’re giving some wonderful clothes a second life and keeping fashion circular. At Reliked, we make it easy to get your hands on celebrity and influencer wardrobes so you can style luxe pieces your way, every day.
Designer fashion isn’t about waiting for the perfect occasion; it’s about making every day feel like one. Ready to style designer pieces in your everyday wardrobe? Explore our preloved collections.
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