When it comes to fashion, let me just say that quality always trumps quantity. And with the current conversations around sustainability, conscious consumption, smart buying etc, the everyday person is becoming more and more aware of the negative effects of spending money on fast-fashion brands.

But why should I pay so much money for one thing?

It might seem like an unequal scale at first, but once you begin to save up and buy more designer pieces you will see a stark difference in the quality of your wardrobe, as it will begin to look more and more classy and filled with quality pieces.

How can I do this?

Instead of spending money every other week/month at a mall, take it slow and invest in designer pieces that will last you for a longer period of time—so much so that you can even pass it on to the next generation. The great thing about making this shift is that you will also be able to curate a wardrobe that is unlike anyone else’s—one that is personalised to your taste and not general off-the-rack looks worn by many.

So if you’re thinking of making this shift soon (like I am), here are some pieces you could invest in for your next fancy brunch date as seen on the Lotus Makeup India Fashion Week AW ’19 runway!

1. Samant Chauhan‘s Asymmetrical White Dress

Samant Chauhan at Lotus Makeup India Fashion Week Autumn Winter 2019
Samant Chauhan at Lotus Makeup India Fashion Week Autumn Winter 2019

2. Shalini James‘ Printed Kurta Set

Shalini James at LMIFW AW19
Shalini James at LMIFW AW19

3. Rina Dhaka‘s Bright Red Tiered Skirt

Rina Dhaka at LMIFW AW19
Rina Dhaka at LMIFW AW19

4. Statement Trench from Sahil Kochar

Sahil Kochhar at Lotus Makeup India Fashion Week Autumn Winter 2019
Sahil Kochhar at Lotus Makeup India Fashion Week Autumn Winter 2019

5. Diksha Khanna‘s Shimmery Maxi Dress

Diksha Khanna at Lotus Makeup India Fashion Week Autumn Winter 2019 in Delhi | Source: Viral Bhayani
Diksha Khanna at Lotus Makeup India Fashion Week Autumn Winter 2019 in Delhi | Source: Viral Bhayani

6. Hoodie Shacket From Amita Gupta

Amita Gupta At Lotus Make-Up India Fashion Week AW19
Amita Gupta At Lotus Make-Up India Fashion Week AW19

7. Monochrome OOTD By Pallavi Singh

Arcvsh by Pallavi Singh At Lotus Make-Up India Fashion Week AW19
Arcvsh by Pallavi Singh At Lotus Make-Up India Fashion Week AW19

8. Embroidered Separates By Pratima Pandey

Pramaa by Pratima Pandey At Lotus Make-Up India Fashion Week AW19
Pramaa by Pratima Pandey At Lotus Make-Up India Fashion Week AW19

9. Rainbow Striped Skirt + Blazer Combo by Rahul Mishra

Rahul Mishra At Lotus Make-Up India Fashion Week AW19
Rahul Mishra At Lotus Make-Up India Fashion Week AW19

10. Concept Dhoti-Jumpsuit By Vaishali S

Vaishali S at At Lotus Make-Up India Fashion Week AW19
Vaishali S at At Lotus Make-Up India Fashion Week AW19

11. Suketdhir‘s Printed Pantsuit

Suketdhir At Lotus Make-Up India Fashion Week AW19
Suketdhir At Lotus Make-Up India Fashion Week AW19

Each of these designer pieces is so different and so tasteful but more importantly, they’re sustainable. Shifting from shopping at fast-fashion brands is difficult but it is something that we all need to move to. Which of these designer pieces would you invest in? Do let me know in the comments below!

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