Founded by French fashionista Pauline Truchot as a simple way to salvage low-rotation items in her closet, StyleRecovery.com is now a bustling community of dedicated, frugal fashion lovers around the world who love getting designer goods for less OR getting money back for items they no longer use.  We set up a test account and can attest, it's as simple as cake.  StyleRecovery has over 60,000 users on its European sister site and is growing rapidly in the US since its October launch.

Savvy Scoop: When selected carefully, designer fashion can be a smart, savvy investment if you go with timeless pieces and classic silhouettes you can wear for decades; high-end pieces are typically made with durable, high-quality fabrics and are better constructed than mass-produced fashion giving you more for your money on a cost-per-wear basis.  Here are a few savvy picks we found from this week's wares on StyleRecovery.com.

• Prada Vitello Leather Shoulder Bag, $300 (Retail: $795)
• Chloe Cream Coat, $330 (Retail: $660)
• Aroma30 Petit Noir LBD, $240