Rachel Rachel Roy Handbag, $58.99

When on a tight budget, it can be tough (or, perhaps in some cases, suffocating) to stick with a budget. It’s a complaint I frequently hear from my girlfriends who are switching jobs, or even just entering a new field, when they can’t really afford to update their wardrobes to fit the dresscode of a new office. But it can be fairly simple to make major upgrades with a minimal budget. Case in point? This classic bag from Rachel Roy’s collection for Macy’s. Its timeless shape and minimal hardware make it ideal for those preferring to not splash a lot of cash on accessories, but still need to look polished and professional. That’s the thing about dressing for work – if you can find high quality, affordable pieces, there’s just no need to drop thousands of dollars on a complete wardrobe overhaul. Key pieces, like this handbag here, will make you look like a million bucks.