Should You Save or Splurge? Here Are Your Holiday Suggestions

By Ruthie Friedlander
Dec 01, 2017 @ 10:00 am
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It's the holiday season. You may have survived Black Friday. You may have survived Cyber Monday. But I doubt you'll survive the rest of 2017 without setting your eyes on something that you "must" have. Me? My list is long. But thankfully, after working in fashion for 15 years, I've learned to spot a worthwhile splurge and a lucky steal. Here, a few things to spend OR splurge on, no matter your budget.

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The Bright Puffer

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SPLURGE: Moncler Paeonia Quilted Cotton-Canvas Down Coat, $1,590; net-a-porter.com

STEAL: Everlane "The Short Puffer Jacket," $125; everlane.com

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The Sparkly Jewel

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SPLURGE: Pomellato Sabbia 17-Karat Rose Gold Diamond Earrings, $7,600; net-a-porter.com

STEAL: Tai Pave Organic Disc Earrings, $42; taijewelry.com

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The Fanny Pack

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SPLURGE: Gucci Pink Velvet GG Marmont Matelassé Belt Bag, $980; ssense.com

STEAL: Herschel Supply Co. Fifteen Belt Bag, $30; urbanoutfitters.com

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The Black Pointy-Toe Boot

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SPLURGE: Burberry District Glossed-Leather and Stretch-Knit Sock Boots, $895; net-a-porter.com

STEAL: ALDO Cirelle Boot, $110; aldoshoes.com

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The Luxe Loungewear

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SPLURGE: Olivia Von Halle London Striped Silk and Cashmere-Blend Sweatshirt and Track Pants Set, $1,245; net-a-porter.com

STEAL: DKNY Stretch Loungers Brushed-Jersey Cardigan and Leggings Set, $70; net-a-porter.com

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