6 days ago
41 Affordable Alternatives To Name-Brand Items
E.l.f's Glow Reviver Lip Balm, which many people are comparing to the oh-so-popular Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm. You'll get that same iconic soft silicone applicator, and it'll leave your lips feeling hydrated and glossy.
A double-pouch wristlet wallet that looks like it could be sold at Lululemon because of how similar it is to their version (which is $48). Save your hard-earned money and get this affordable alternative instead to conveniently hold your cash, car keys, and whatever else you need to bring on the go.
A Simple Modern tumbler so you can enjoy some cold, crisp water without worrying about leaks, thanks to its airtight cap that seals when you're not using the straw. Plus, you can just order this online, and you won't have to fight everyone and their mom when Stanley tumblers get released at Target.
Slip-on Cushionaire cork sandals for those of you who have been putting off buying Birkenstocks and 👏🏼 will continue to do so 👏🏼 because these are sooo similar. You get the same cushiony feel and great support.
A Briotech spray that's got the same main ingredient as the popular Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Spray — hypochlorous acid. It'll help soothe redness and inflammation and can even be beneficial for healing piercings.
A pair of squoval polarized sunglasses, because you know that it doesn't take a pair of designer shades to make it look like you're cooler than everyone else. You're cooler because you just saved yourself from spending a Benjamin Franklin plus some on Ray-Ban sunnies.
A classy shoulder bag that could make you think, "Wait, am I being punk'd?" since this is a super affordable version of the almost $400 Coach Swing Bag. Plus, it even comes with the iconic Coach Cherry Charm that is $95 alone!
A pair of statement teardrop earrings, a fashion-forward twist on the classic hoop. Contrary to how chunky they look, reviewers say they are lightweight and a comfortable staple to their earring collection. Bottega Veneta, who??
A tote bag perfect for the office because it can hold your laptop, snacks, and water bottle, all while looking exactly like the Longchamp Le Pliage tote. She's an icon, she's a legend, and she is the moment because she's only $27!
A sunrise alarm clock because you're very funny if you think I'm spending $150+ on the Hatch to be woken up. 30 minutes before your set wake-up time, this gradually changes from a red all the way to a bright white to naturally wake you up. Now I'm not a morning person, but this seems like a pretty peaceful way to be woken up.
The Gym People's pullover fleece sweatshirt you'll never want to take off because of how soft the fabric is. You can throw it on over your cute pilates set or pair it with some jeans on your rest days. Plus, it even has thumb holes, just like the Lululemon version!
A chic laptop tote bag so you can be in the business of slaying *and* saving money because this one is BÉISically like the Béis tote but for $90 cheaper. Reviewers love how much you can fit into this bag, and even better, it has SO MANY POCKETS!
A pair of high-waisted yoga pants because we all probably wish we could have a field day at Lulu, but our wallets aren't on board with that idea. These have a seamless waistband and even have pockets on the side!
Or a pair of popular cross-waist leggings with just a little more *flare* than your regular old straight-banded yoga pants. These are the perfect blend of comfort and cute for any outing and look just like the Aerie ones for way less.
A super plush blanket that many have compared to the likes of Barefoot Dreams since it's got that cozy softness, just minus the hefty price tag. You will love cuddling up to this on the couch or keeping it at the foot of your bed!
A cubic zirconia cuff because, tbh, having a Cartier bracelet that is over $17,000 on your wrist is just a little out of your budget.... who am I kidding... it's about $16,986 out of your budget. But $13? That's more like it.
A belt bag that's basically a Lululemon look-a-like, but for way cheaper. This has tons of storage and can be worn crossbody or fanny pack style. It's easy to grab when you're heading out for a quick errand and great to pack for a weekend trip where you won't want to be lugging around a heavy purse.
A bodycon jumpsuit if you love keeping up with the trends, but your wallet... not so much. This looks *and* feels just like the Aritzia "Butter" jumpsuit but for a fraction of the price!
A faux-leather bag featuring magnetic closures that make it extra wide to fit all of the day's necessities and more. Reviewers rave about how this looks just like the Polène Cyme bag. It's big enough to fit a water bottle and an iPad and even comes with a small zipper pouch for your smaller items that always get lost at the bottom of your purse.
A scoop-neck top for less than half the price of the Skims version, while still feeling buttery soft. Miss Kimberly.... not even your 15% off the first order coupon will get me to choose your top over this one. Sorry, not sorry.
A pair of slip-on loafer mules that are soooo close to the Gucci ones but thankfully far from that hefty price tag. These are easy to slide into and add a touch of sophistication to your look.
A Smeg-like, but not Smeg-priced electric kettle featuring a thermometer to get the water to the exact right temperature for your extra hot pour-over coffee or your soothing cup of tea. It also has an automatic shutoff!
A midi corset dress — a gift sent down from the cottagecore gods because you ALMOST bought the House of CB "Carmen" dress that's a whopping $225, but thankfully you saw this post before you checked out. It's even got the back cinch and the front tie just like the original.
A pair of Steve Madden H strap sandals perfect for a trip to Europe or if you just want to switch out the plain thong flip flops for a more sophisticated look. You'll be sure to shock everyone when you tell them they aren't Hermès. (Gasp!)
A pair of super relaxed straight-leg workout pants that look quuiitteeee similar to the Lululemon Dance Studio Pants that everyone and their mom L.O.V.E. These have a drawstring waistband, extra inner pockets, and are sooo breathable!
A set of internet-famous Mellanni sheets reviewers compare to the expensive brands like Brooklinen and Pottery Barn. These are super soft and made from moisture-wicking microfiber fabric for all you hot sleepers. Just take a look at the 250,000 5-star reviews if you need more convincing.
E.l.f.'s Hydrating Core Lip Shine because, believe it or not, you don't need to spend more than an Erewhon smoothie for that viral lip color everyone and their mom is talking about. This "Ecstatic" shade looks just like Clinique's Almost Lipstick in "Black Honey" just at a more affordable price!
A pair of wide-leg jeans reviewers love because of the button detailing and the unique front pockets. These look pretty similar to ones you'd find on the racks at Anthropologie, but MINUS the triple-digit price tag!
E.l.f. Power Grip Primer, which could be #TWINNING with the Milk Makeup Hyrdro Grip Primer (but it's the cooler, cheaper sibling 😉). This is infused with hyaluronic acid, so not only does it moisturize your skin, but it also acts as a perfect base for your makeup and keeps it in place all day and night.
Long-lasting Peripera Ink Velvet Lip Tint that reviewers compare to the likes of Charlotte Tilbury's Matte Revolution and YSL's Velvet Cream. It'll give you a beautiful pop of color and have your lips feeling hydrated thanks to the blend of vitamin E oil and green tea oil.
A pack of two Venus Visage teeth whitening pens so you can show off those bright pearly whites when you tell your friends you saved a bunch of money not getting professional teeth whitening or using those wasteful Crest Whitestrips. Plus, this doesn't give you that slimy, weird aftertaste like most whitening strips.
A faux pearl choker that'll get people to ask you, "Is that Vivienne Westwood?" pretty much every time you accessorize with this beauty of a necklace. It's so chic and so much cheaper than the original.
Nyx Fat Oil Lip Drip made with hydrating raspberry seed oil and vegan squalene to moisturize your lips and add a sheer shine. You can try all you want to justify that $40 Dior Lip Oil, but you *and* your wallet will be much better off getting this one for less than $10.
A rainbow-inspired eyeshadow palette so versatile that you might not even need to think about getting another (more expensive) one from Sephora or Ulta since this has matte, shimmer, AND metallic shades. You'll never know when you need a bright green shadow, but at least, you know this has it.
Maybelline's Cheek Heat gel-cream blush that's a great swap for Glossier Cloud Paint in case the $22 a tube is making you want to ration product for the next three years. This water-based formula is super buildable, so it'll be great for natural and glam looks.
L'Oreal's illuminating Lumi Glotion you can use as a luminous base under your other makeup products, or use on those no-makeup days where you just want a natural glow. This has glycerin and shea butter for extra moisture, and reviewers even say this is better than the Saie Glowy Super Gel and the Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi drops!
A TruSkin Vitamin C Serum that will help reduce wrinkles, even out dark spots, and brighten up your skin. The hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, witch hazel, and jojoba oil work wonders to help your skin look better AND brighter each day. Reviewers say this works just as well as the SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic, which is $182!
A satin pillowcase to give you a splendid sleep experience that's better for your hair and skin — satin creates less friction and doesn't absorb moisture. These are so silky smooth that you'll want to enjoy this luxury — quietly, in bed, and asleep. Slip and Blissy who??
A faux-leather shoulder bag because the TikTok girlies have all agreed the Coach Brooklyn Bag is a must-have in your bag collection, but with that nearly $300 price tag... YIKES and no thanks. This, on the other hand, is much more reasonable and it looks quiiiiiite similar.
A set of chic cylindrical wineglasses — great if you want a change from the traditional wineglass but are on a strict budget. Cheers to saving money by not getting the more expensive Crate & Barrel version!
A personalized hairbrush if you deeply care about everything in your life being just as aesthetic as you are. You can customize it with your name or initials, and it looks just like the custom ones you can get from Emi Jay that are.... wait for it... $134. 😳
You after you figured out that you DON'T need to spend all your money on the name brand stuff:
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