Your Stylist Says...

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The High Low Masterclass

Even if you can spend it, doesn't mean you should

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Abby Arad
Oct 12, 2025
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I rarely leave the house without a little ‘find’: $8 sunglasses, or Burts Bees lipstick, and quite often it’s something more exciting like my beloved Amazon jeans, this copy of the Row boots (better that the real ones!) or something I scored from the Real Real.

Bassh suede blazer / Alex Mill sweater / H&M jeans / Dorsey lariat (chain is vintage) / Monica Vinader rings / Amazon sunglasses / Balenciaga bag & The Row loafers

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Fact: Even if you have money to spend, doesn’t mean you should, and frankly it’s wayyyy more fun and interesting to mix it up. When I was growing up most of my clothes came from Kmart, but I also had a Kate Spade bag. I’ve been at this a long time, and it’s the best way to roll. So today’s letter is all about contrast - some high low moments, a surprising “what I ordered vs. what I got”, and more good finds.

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