Kmart wows shoppers with $35 ‘dupe’ of popular $545 designer item: ‘Immediately adds to cart’

A budget denim jacket from Kmart is sending fashion lovers into a frenzy, with shoppers calling it an ‘insane’ dupe of a $545 designer piece.

The Tie Front denim jacket ($35) has been compared to Soeur’s Agatha jacket ($545), a high-end staple loved for its effortless French-girl aesthetic.

As the weather cools, denim is set to be an essential layering piece for autumn, and this Kmart find is already being snapped up by savvy shoppers.

Shopper Em Kelly sized up by two sizes to achieve a trendy, boxy fit, showing just how versatile the jacket can be.

Its drop shoulder design, front tie closure, and deep patch pockets make it both stylish and practical.

Denim jackets have long been a wardrobe must-have, offering endless ways to style them.

Thrown over a simple white tee and tailored trousers, the look is effortlessly chic. 

Paired with a slip dress and ankle boots, it brings a touch of casual cool to an otherwise elegant outfit.

The boxy, slightly oversized cut seen on the Soeur version makes it ideal for layering over chunky knits as the temperature drops.

For those who love designer looks but don’t want to splurge, the Kmart jacket is an obvious choice.

At $35, it offers the same laid-back silhouette and rich blue wash without the hefty price tag.

The reaction online has been instant, with shoppers in disbelief that such a stylish piece is from Kmart.

‘Wait. Are you saying this jacket is from Kmart? Stop it immediately,’ one person commented.

Another added, ‘Stop! That is not Kmart! How cute! Immediately adds to cart… PS love your style.’

Others are thrilled with the budget-friendly alternative, with one shopper joking, ‘Kmart, you’re definitely not good for my bank account.’

With denim fashion leaning towards relaxed, slightly oversized silhouettes, the Tie Front denim jacket is already being hailed as an autumn staple.

Whether worn with jeans for a double-denim moment or draped over a floaty dress, it proves that great style doesn’t have to come with a luxury price tag.

As the cost of living continues to climb, Australian shoppers are becoming more price-conscious, turning to retailers like Kmart, Target, and Big W for stylish yet affordable wardrobe staples. 

Consumers are increasingly prioritising affordable, durable, and stylish pieces that can seamlessly integrate into their everyday wardrobe.

With the rise of dupes for designer and premium high-street brands, fashion lovers no longer need to compromise on style to stick to a budget.