Bargain-counter refers to a place where goods are sold at cheap prices. However, the antonyms for bargain-counter would be places where goods are sold at premium prices. Some of the antonyms for bargain-counter are luxury stores, boutiques, high-end shops, or designer stores. These places offer high-quality products with a guarantee of durability, exclusivity, and style. Bargain-counter items might have defects, low-quality materials, or outdated styles. They may not last long or work efficiently. On the other hand, luxury items are often an investment, declared by top designers, and valued by consumers who enjoy high-status products. As the old saying goes, "you get what you pay for.