How to Look Expensive on A Budget | 11 Ways To Look Expensive on A Budget

[@angelfortunee]

The Goal should always be to look "Well put together" great tip!

[@TheChicMaven]

Thanks!☺

[@hottienumber09]

Thank you for saying that if you buy classic and strategic pieces from fast fashion and take care of them they can look expensive and last. I agree and I think too many influencers shame us for not purchasing higher priced items, which are therefore automatically considered "quality" pieces. Not everyone has a budget for that, but everyone wants to look nice.

[@davidasingleton8943]

It’s the melanin, the aura, the classiness, the put together ness, the hair, the make up, the strut…. The outfits was just a bonus! You go girl! We will miss you on your break but I know you got to do what you love and make that money font let it make you! LOL

[@Firefly471]

Very true! My first thought was well, look like a beautiful model first- as she does

[@kwr2879]

Also, wearing clothes that fits you properly and is your correct size...I love the white dress you wore with the 'wing' in the back, but I thought the navy dress was the most expensive.

[@TheChicMaven]

yes absolutely you have to get the right size. Thank you

[@le.1387]

and buying your correct size will save you so much more money in the long run. I know I can squeeze into a size L but a size XL looks the best on me and I'm more likely to reach out for that piece over the size L where I'll most likely be adjusting myself for the rest of the day.

[@hausofrlateish]

I love your style. And I agree. Looking well put together should be the goal. Expensive doesn't always equal better.

[@TheChicMaven]

Thank you so much!!

[@chrissiec2123]

The tips of taking clothes to a tailor and seamstress to get them properly hemmed and lined were especially helpful! I'd never heard those tips until you said them!

[@soniacain8247]

You are my niece and I'm your proud Auntie... You just don't know me lol.. it will always be a thumbs 👆!

[@amberanderson2191]

She's such a sweetheart.

[@TheChicMaven]

Aww thanks! lol. when I first read your comment I was like wait is this one of my aunts on my dad's side I haven't met lol 😂😅

[@unatismajeke]

Exactly, it's not even about being expensive!!! Being put together and being comfortable is really important for me. And choosing good quality pieces that will last.

[@effiebroadnax]

I love that no matter what you wear it's always classy

[@mb5823]

Great tips. I was fortunate to have my mother actually share most of this stuff with me growing up. The best tip you gave to me today was switching the buttons. I have refused to purchase numerous coats and blazers in the store because of the cheap buttons. It never dawned on me to just buy some new buttons!!

[@AhlannaLaShaye]

I used to hate being petite but once I figured out how to dress my body type I’ve grown to love my body. In addition to watching other petite women such as yourself. ♥️ and I had no CLUE Zappos had clothes! Congrats on the sponsorship!

[@tgtgtgtgtgtgtg]

Everybody “wants” to be small with a coke shape not realizing nobody makes clothes for us bc overweight is the norm now. I’d just like some jeans that fit my legs/butt and waist 😭

[@reneep333]

@@tgtgtgtgtgtgtg have you tried AG (Adriano Goldschmied) Jeans? I have wider hips but a narrow waist, and they fit me with no waist gap! I recently discovered them and wish I had known about them sooner! The price is on the higher end though.

[@cynthiahoyi3925]

@AlwayzShey I agree! It’s definitely always about knowing how to dress your body. I see a lot of plus size women who just absolutely Look amazing because they know how to dress for their bodies, VS the slim/thin people. Kristen is absolutely gorgeous and her fashion sense is amazing, but I wouldn’t call her “petite”, as she mentioned in her get to know me video that she’s almost 5ft 8, and people who are petite are 5’3 and under. You can be plus size and still petite. ❤️❤️

[@nakia8710]

Wow 2 videos in one week! This was great and I loved how you stated we should aim to look put together not expensive! So many great tips especially the buttons. My Grandmom (she was a seamstress) used to say everyone well dressed woman needs a tailor and a cobbler. Also thanks for introducing me to Alix NYC! I love so many of their pieces that are moderately priced. And yes to plenty of the model walk🔥

[@TheChicMaven]

Thank you! this is my last video for a while. I'm taking a break for the next month to focus on work. I had to get it out before my break

[@cookinghealthy8049]

Being confident is your biggest flex and most expensive look 🔥

[@ItsMyLifeDaralynn]

I’m almost done binge watching your videos . I look forward to seeing more of you . I knew most of these tips based on my past background , but it’s nice to get a refresh and I certainly don’t know it all . You’re so beautiful, professional and your classy character is well needed and appreciated on this platform. Keep doing you !

[@unatismajeke]

I definitely can't tell, but I love the white dress.

[@hyyariima]

Your videos are a luxurious escape to an exclusive resort, that just soothes your senses with refined style and sophisticated class 😊

[@kimmy3167]

Hey side note… can you do a video on your top niche fragrances 😀. So I thought the first dress was the most expensive. Just from my viewpoint, the fabric itself , the color and style of the dress made it look more expensive. I’m a seamstress, so I totally agree that the fabric choice can definitely make the garment look more expensive or not. Also, I’ve realized that it’s not always how much you spend on an outfit , it’s how you rock it! You can make an inexpensive outfit look expensive with your confidence, accessories, your undergarments and how you carry yourself.

[@TheChicMaven]

Yes you're absolutely right!

[@marka.clarkii9764]

The way you twirled around in that rust color dress, I could tell it was the most expensive one out the bunch, so I guessed right. You looked amazing in all the dresses, but for some reason I believe the rust color dress felt the best.

[@susanojohnson6445]

I thought the midnight blue dress fabric was 'silk charmeuse'. I Appreciate your emphasis on the steps involved in Presentation!!! Ones "Purchase Power" doesn't equal Class; Sophistication or most important Self Confidence!!! It's important (in my opinion) to give proper attention to how we feel about ourselves!!!🕊️👼🏾🙏🏾

[@finewine6659]

Fabulous! I'm in my 50s and believe a woman should always look well put together. Call me old-fashioned... I have pieces in my closet that are 10, 15 years old. I still get stopped, complimented on them, and asked where they're from. Some designer, some fast fashion. So yes investment in good classic pieces is a given in my book.

[@avisware5038]

Wow I’m I the only one that wishes your videos were an hour long 🤔 Great pointers! I loved when you said it’s not looking expensive that matters but looking put together , I choose the white dress oopsie always thank you for your great content ❤️❤️

[@pearlfeather9326]

You are so right I never want to look like I have tons of money when I dress I just want to look good

[@jeckellstallworth]

Wow!! I could not tell the difference. All 4 dresses are beautiful 😍 you have killed it again Mrs. Maven, bravo👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@gaeletchaffa1730]

Great video!😍 My favorite is ‘’confidence’’ and you surely got one Kristen! With that walk you own every room you enter!👌🏾

[@TheChicMaven]

I appreciate that thank you!😊

[@geegee4063]

All 4 dresses look expensive on you. I thought the navy blue was the most expensive. Lol! Enjoyed this entire presentation. Thank you.

[@veronicapurcell6239]

I totally agree with you. Dress your style not to look expensive. I lean towards classic styles as a personal choice and integrate periodic trendy pieces. Attention to other aspects are equally as important. You are right on point. Always enjoy your great, videos packed with useful, wise advice. Thank you for sharing.

[@TheChicMaven]

Thank you!

[@vanicemyers1736]

Great advice!

[@unatismajeke]

Please please do a video on how you achieve the perfection that is your hair when you have the time!!!

[@healthyher2009]

I second that. Gorgeous!!!💗

[@jackiepeavy5505]

👍the navy dress ...fave

[@thpuma2589]

I thought the rust dress was the cheapest one! Completely proved your point there.

[@DrkNSwt]

Love that you had us wondering about the prices of the dresses.

[@Liveandletlive0101]

I guessed right. That rust material is just top tier! 👌🏽 Thank you for the tips! 💫 Ps. the vid was a nice surprise on a Friday🧚🏽‍♀️

[@marriejames01]

Very unique I’ve never seen that color before. I guess that should have been a clue but I missed that one.

[@lorraineisrael1953]

Thanks for taking the time out of your busy schedule to do these videos for us. I recall that you did mention that you were entering a very busy season. Thanks again for the great tips. I thought the white was the most expensive.

[@AmaniArk]

This deserves 1 million views. KZbin algorithm is so unfavorable for black women.

[@debbla627]

I just luv everything about you. You are so classy, elegant and intriguing. I am here for it

[@daggnow9407]

Love your style! Always beautiful and perfect!!! Classy lady!

[@sherrybrown4062]

Hi, Thanks for the blog. Not everyone has good taste on clothes but you do. I also know what i want to wear because i watch the fashion shows and rock what i take from the shows. But you are my favorite fashion blogger! Take easy!

[@Natasha_StyleZ]

You are so right about the garment being alter. The right accessories definitely does make the outfit. Great tips 💛

[@TheChicMaven]

😊 thank you

[@oceangrey8796]

The white dress to me was to die for.

[@Isis10610]

I lpve your fits. You are gorgeous. You have the perfect name, Chic Maven, Everything is so well put together. I also love the music to your vlogs. I smile every time because I know that I am ready to watch a dynamic fashion show. From one fashionista to another, Keep winning.

[@sincerly_dion]

I was so happy you spoke about east ways to upgrade. I used to change buttons all the time! It would be that one thing I didn’t like but everything else was great. Awesome tip

[@SachaBloom]

Love the button tip! Small details like that matter so much

[@TheChicMaven]

I'm so glad you like that tip!

[@lethu6413]

Your style is unmatched mama! 😍😍

[@thebessyeung]

I love the change the buttons tip. It really does do the trick. After the buttons were changed, the jacket looks a lot more sophisticated and elegant.

[@sunshinexoxo4984]

I’m such a fan! I agree with soo much you say!

[@TheChicMaven]

aww thank you!

[@BlackandIndi]

SAME HERE!!!! Christie is the Shizznitt!!!

[@brandyfrancis4756]

Love how your hair is always immaculate and so elegant. please do a video on how you maintain your hair as a black girl.

[@angelagiashari8054]

Hey Kristen, I love shopping online at Zappos. I’ve found some great deals on clothing and shoes. Also, the delivery of your items are fast. In the beginning I would have chosen the black dress. However, the rust dress drapes differently based on the fabric. I’m quite sure the rust dress is silk which is more expensive. But, everything was lovely. Thanks for the wonderful tips. Stay blessed as always.🙏🏾🤎

[@TheChicMaven]

Aww thank you! Yes Zappos does have very fast delivery 😊

[@secondeve610]

The black dress looked most expensive to me. Absolutely love your chic style💝

[@jasmynmadison5984]

Having a great tailor is clutch. They truly can elevate any item. If you’re not sure, ask them. They can give great advice.

[@angelfortunee]

I notice that you like leather pieces, they look stunning on you

[@TheChicMaven]

I do like leather lol. Thank you!

[@annadonatelli9106]

ottimi suggerimenti di stile, adoro la frase sulla confidenza con i propri outfit, giusto è davvero cosi importante! ciao al prossimo video!❤

[@mfablifescout1337]

Oops cut my sentence off……it’s about how you feel when wear your clothing, confidence shines through no matter the price points, if one feels good then it shows. Thank you for the dress comparison, thought the navy first one was the most expensive and not the mustard. Navy to me always looks classy and expensive. Actually who is the navy draped dress by, love it. Thanks again for all your wonderful videos, you are an inspiration on how to elevate a wardrobe with a few simple pieces. Cheers. 💐

[@jannetjannet5656]

You are right,well put together is the key!!

[@ChassidyP]

She's at it again 🔥👏🏾🎯

[@TheChicMaven]

😊

[@yadenashy8442]

Very informative Video beautiful pieces!!! All black girls that love luxury lets make chic maven the it gal lets follow and Support her because she represents us and very unproblematic gorgeous !!

[@okimoamarachi]

I love the way you present these tips ma....you look pretty too

[@blessedtobless.]

Yessss for a New video 💖. Thank you for those advices. Its always needeed, especially when your on a budget sometimes. Love from Paris 🗼💋

[@TheChicMaven]

Thank you!

[@Baddwoofwoof]

Your ponytail is my favorite sleek hairdo

[@saheebabatra]

So glad to have found this channel! Hitting all the points I was looking for!! You look Fab!!

[@shantawilson]

Good tips. Things I live by. Glad you mentioned Zappos. I haven't shopped them in years. Used to be my go to store for nice boots. Gotta peak at them again. Thank you! 🤗

[@SeanKBeauty]

Changing the buttons abd hemming is a definite I totally agree

[@janiceburns9218]

Loved these! Agree on dark colors and hems!

[@eddieb7156]

WOW! u r SUPER BEAUTIFUL, ur try-ons r always AMAZING! "AUTOMATIC THUMBS UP"👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@DestinationDionna]

"Looking well put together is the goal" I totally agree. I have designer shoes and bags most of the time, but my dress will be from Ross lol

[@RNM-bu4rj]

Me too!!!

[@marlinejenkins8576]

Greetings from Toronto, Canada. Keep up your high fashion styling. God bless and one love to you. Blessings, Marline Jenkins

[@chinedumudeagbala2658]

Great video!!! The tip on changing up the buttons is amazing - never thought of that!

[@lamoskgr]

I'm shocked at the dress! I thought the first one would have been the most expensive

[@drchristamarie]

Wow, change the buttons! I’ve never thought about it, and also get the garments lined , great tips. Love ❤️

[@JJandJPublishing]

You are so on point! I’m working on a dressing room video for the sole purpose of being able to pull myself together and to organize clothing that will flatter my figure. Your video is so inspiring… I can’t wait to purge through my wardrobe to apply these principles. If I use, or have an example of your tips, I will definitely tag your video. Although I’m aware of this information, you present excellently and deserve the credit for it!

[@marycolling4544]

You are my favorite girl love your content ❤️

[@katlegoratshidi5070]

I totally thought the blue dress was the most expensive. wow.. you have exquisite taste!

[@annkariuki4873]

Your videos always make me so happy😊

[@TheChicMaven]

Aww I'm so glad to hear it !

[@charlottejohnson9394]

You Nail it every single time!😊

[@kmmaria]

SO glad you showed up in my feed last evening. I am so enjoying your content and your voice....so soothing....feels like someone narrating a meditation session!

[@terrybuckley2850]

Great video as always! I was totally wrong, since I thought the cream-colored dress was the most expensive. I figured I was wrong though, so at least I had that part right. I am not good with fabrics yet -- since I thought the rust colored dress was the least expensive. All of the dresses look very classy though. Great tips and no matter what your socioeconomic background -- I agree with you that you should mix and match price points when putting an outfit together. Also, the tip about being well put together is another great tip that everyone should integrate into their own personal style. I know you will be taking a break for awhile -- so looking forward to when you are back posting great videos. Thoroughly enjoyed the video! Stay safe. 🙂

[@alphiaaugustin9162]

My guess was right on...only I saw thr dress as mustard. All the tips made perfect fashion sense, especially about upgrading or elevating it by changing the small details like buttons and hemming, etc. You were quite thorough,in your presentation, giving explicit explanation and actual examples from your own wardrobe. This video catered also to us who shop on the low

[@catherinegray9175]

Great tips on all the outfits.

[@BlackandIndi]

The #1 DAWG in high end or luxury fashion!

[@SunsetGlowASMR]

Your hair is giving me LIFE!!!! Are you relaxed or natural?

[@anna-kayukaegbu3427]

1st timer here!!!...now a subscriber, love this video, great tips. your so beautiful and I love your voice and the calm way in which you speak. you remind a little bit of Dimma Umeh.

[@universalthoughtproject8514]

Luv luv your Channel. So unique, I’m always taking notes. Luv your style. 💕💎👍🏽

[@kay123nay]

navy blue.

[@SaritaDevi-wd1ft]

Your amazing... Awesome tips thank u ❤️🌹

[@emphasisonstyle5422]

I love this video and I did not know that Zappos had such a wide selection of clothing

[@arharvin]

wow I loved this video and the tips. Would you be able to sprinkle a bit more of these into your channel please? Definitely will be looking at ways to upgrade w/o breaking the budget. Thank you.

[@katlegoratshidi5070]

The garment check tip blew me away. I thoroughly enjoyed this video

[@newnightstarhair4572]

Always super happy when I watch your videos because they are very informative and you give great tips that can help anyone who would like to elevate the way they dress. Thank you very much🥰🥰🥰

[@blurose2479]

I love how u style and wear your clothes. Unfortunately I don't go anywhere to be able to wear them...but I still love your videos!

[@ladyb5546]

I have that leather dress!. Nice leather feel!

[@marilynfarley9213]

Hi there. Thank you for sharing this video. Lots of information to process. You are so right when it comes to high end clothes & clothes on a budget. How u match them u & accessorize them makes all the difference. You always dress well to perfection. Very confident, your walks shows strength & the epitome of gracefulness. U just glide in those stilettos 👠 girl. God bless u.

[@TheChicMaven]

this is such kind compliment thank you!

[@jimwolf2255]

1:21 WOW! Talk about “Smoke show”! 🔥🔥🔥

[@juliachrobok3734]

I noticed the difference between the dark satin dress and the rust silk dress but I still thought that the rust dress looked the cheepest… I believe the darkest dress and the white dress to be the most expensive looking and just simply beautiful

[@zanedalbina650]

Great tips!!! Really liked the one about the buttons, so true, and I totally forgot about that 🥰🥰🥰

[@ItsMe-vx9pg]

Girl, your final tip!❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@Jessica-og4iq]

I’ve really been inspired by this channel to add more glamour and style to my wardrobe. Ever since I started watching this channel I’ve been getting so many compliments when I go out, I noticed I get better treatment from strangers when I started dressing better. I would love if maybe you could also incorporate some beauty and grooming tips as well. How you style your hair maybe or a skin routine as well. I love your content.

[@OseOgbebor]

Checking the seams and hemming is such a great tip. Definitely using that from now on

[@deboragittens3363]

I always do high/low.

[@annhans3535]

I feel that your wardrobe should be built upon. Each year you add a few pieces of good quality clothes. Make sure to understand your body type and have accessories that compliments your look. Great video as usual.

[@poshbaby18]

You are just so classy, a true queen. Please where is that lovely navy blue dress from?

[@shawndavis7878]

I love 💕 this video! Wonderful tips on how to look expensive on a budget. Love all of the outfits/looks especially the leather/faux leather outfits, And l agree the right accessories can really elevate a outfit and confidence. Thanks for sharing.😊🤩

[@TheChicMaven]

Thank you!

[@AudreyMaets]

I love love that rusty dress