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The right way to do stealth wealth
If you love the understated elegance of quiet luxury, then that means you love the simplicities of fashion. From a non-chalant T-shirt tucked into a pair of trousers to cashmere sweaters paired with slacks and corportorecore silhouettes—old money flair is a symbol of status and a minimalistic way of doing fashion.
This trend really took off during the final season of Succession and Sofia Richie’s wedding to Elliot Grainge—putting “quiet luxury” on display—where investing on quality treasure troves are far more superior. Think Ralph Lauren, Brunello Cucinelli and Loewe—collars, chino pants, loafers, blazers, half-zip sweaters—sartorial pieces that exude opulence, tastefulness and stealth wealth without being too overpowering.
Encapsulating this aesthetic and mentality has gotten easier thanks to the pared-back stylings of our favourite brands such as The Row, Zegna, Bottega Veneta and more. With their fashion input, we have seen the return of a more low-key approach to luxury—no logos on display, but demure and inconspicuous statement pieces as sartorial success. Ultimately, donning head-to-toe unshowy designer pieces is the best way to go when it comes to this aesthetic.
How to dress with an old money flair?
But, the remaining question is how can you dress with an old money aesthetic?
Blazer
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Investing in a blazer—a timeless piece of tailoring is a classic, everlasting closet appeal that exudes grandeur. Whether it’s dark or muted colours, blazers or jackets are a discreet yet polished way to exude affluence and sophistication. Building your wardrobe with tailored shapes helps create versatile outfit combinations like no other.
Relaxed-fit Trouser
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On top of that, a nonchalant relaxed-fit trouser in versatile colourways has to be your style staple when it comes to dressing up in richness. These fluid pants showcase ease while remaining dapperly old-school. Paired with a blazer, a T-shirt or a shirt, trousers are a great modern approach to emit less extravagant without being blandly classic or average.
The Elevated Sweater
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Nothing screams splendour like wool and cashmere. Conveying a gentle, light-handed version of old money flair, sweaters or pullovers are pieces that create an air of exclusivity without even trying too hard. Transitional and generational, these sartorial pieces are great for any occasion.
The Quiet Watch
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An expensive watch just peeking out from under the cuff of a thick cream jumper is a “quiet luxury” take that doesn’t shout about their provenance but rather quietly communicates a low-key yet high-end, style.
The Essential Shirt
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Dominating this fashion trend is also well-made, muted staples such as t-shirts and shirts to invest in that can be paired with all the items above. These are hero pieces that can make a fashion statement.
If you’re looking for ways to truly embody the old money aesthetic, we’ve gathered the most fashionable “quiet luxury” men who has delivered major inspiration.
Here are the most fashionable “quiet luxury” men:
George Russell
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Count Nikolai of Monpezat
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Gerard Sabé
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Frédéric Arnault
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