The Luxury Haul I'd Buy for an Imaginary A-Lister in 2026

I've always had a wild imagination, especially when it comes to fashion. Every fashion-industry insider has done this mentally with each and every one of their favorite stars, so I decided to lean into this exercise to craft my dream luxury shopping list. Just imagine having your hands on the wheel of an A-lister's closet. With their impeccable calendar, unlimited budget, and zero patience for anything less than perfection, styling the elite is quite the fun job. This is the exercise that always helps me dream up my best outfits and shopping lists, so here are some of my recent finds.

The result? A luxury haul that's less about logos and more about pieces that quietly do the most. They're investment items that work hard, layer well, and make everything else in the closet look better by association. If I were dressing someone famous in 2026—or, honestly, building my own dream wardrobe—this is exactly where I'd start.

Christen

Big Shearling Ankle Boots

They'd most definitely ooh and ahh at these boots.

khaite

Margaux Cashmere Sweater

There are dozens of ways to wear this sweater, and I'd teach them all of the ways.

Le Monde Beryl

Camille Suede Wedge Ankle Boots

A-listers are into wedges these days.

Nour Hammour

Toki Shearling Hat

I would show them this easy way to upgrade their winter outfits.

Valentino

Floral Cropped Jacket

I would get them ready for spring in this.

Saint Laurent

Cassandre Cotton-Blend Piqué Polo Shirt

I would put them onto corporate-chic outfits.

Valentino

VGold Belted Wool and Silk Coat

I would make my dream client's outerwear feel regal.

Jenni Kayne

Thatcher Alpaca-Blend Cardigan

Fair Isle sweaters are a must-buy right now.

Loewe

Petal Anagram Embellished Suede Mules

They would thank me for these.

Simkhai

Wilda Scoop Neck Tank Top

They'd appreciate having a statement bikini like this in their repertoire.

The Frankie Shop

Noxley Wool Pillbox Hat

If they wanted their street style moments to pop, I'd tell them to add a pillbox hat to everything.

I'd show them how to update any dress in their closet with this.

Versace

Printed Recycled Lycra Swim Top

If you didn't already know that it's going to be a Versace-print summer, here's the proof.

Proenza Schouler

Slant Leather Mules

I just bought shoes like this, and I think they'd want to know about them too.

Citizens of Humanity

Genova Cashmere-Denim Low-Rise Bootcut Jeans

Now, this is my kind of denim.

Mansur Gavriel

Ballerina Heels

The Attico

Shearling Jacket

Their friend would be jealous of this.

Destree

Amoako Paneled Woven Top

I just know my imaginary client would look amazing in this top.

I'd improve their night out with this top.

Johanna Ortiz

Marsala Ecru Oceanic Top

I'd sneak this into their suitcase.

Magda Butrym

Hooded Leather Jacket

This jacket would remind them of their early days spent vintage shopping.

SAINT LAURENT

Sac de Jour Nano Leather Tote

I'm convinced the Sac de Jour will have a moment this year.

Borgo De Nor

Stevie Lace Dress

They'll want their hands on this ahead of summer in the Hamptons.

Tom Ford

Leather Biker Jacket

I would convince them that this is worth the splurge.

Victoria Beckham

Victoria Leather Slingback Pumps

They already know burgundy is the color to know, so I'd show them that these are the shoes to begin with.

Saint Laurent

Kate Small Croc-Effect Leather Shoulder Bag

This YSL bag feels above and beyond the rest.

SIEDRÉS

Toni Asymmetric Satin Mini Dress

I'd highly recommend this vacationwear brand for a celebrity client.

Tod's

Sportiva 59L Suede Sneakers

Their casual Sundays deserve to be this effortless.

The New Arrivals Ilkyaz Ozel

Leia Sash-Detailed Jersey Maxi Dress

A dress that will fit right in with their super-busy schedule.

loulou de saison

Alera Silk-Twill Wide-Leg Pants

I would swap their jeans with these when they get bored of the basics.

Acne Studios

Flanneled Hooded Top

They might resist the flannel trend, but I'll prove to them that it's worth it.

JACQUEMUS

Denim Slim-Leg Capri Pants

I would push them out of their comfort zone and into these capris.

Amina Muaddi

Barbara Polka-Dot Satin Pumps

I'm anticipating another polka-dot summer.