Chances are you’ve heard of the fashion trend “quiet luxury” by now, since it’s been trending hard the better part of 2023. Inspired significantly by the fictional billionaire Roy family on the show “Succession,” quiet luxury refers to the aesthetic of wearing simple, classic pieces—typically in neutral colors—that are high quality and luxe, but simultaneously understated.
Unlike luxury fashion house pieces that are flashy and bold with the brand name plastered on them,, quiet luxury doesn’t beg for attention. Instead, it’s about wearing perfectly tailored, well-made pieces with sumptuous details that remain understated and chic. Instead of flauntingour wealth, it’s about letting the quality of what we wear do the talking for us. It’s demanding attention without making a spectacle via quality fabrics and tailoring.
Now if you’re thinking, “Well all that sounds great, but I don’t have Shiv Roy’s billions to spend,” we’ve got some great news: You don’t have to spend thousands on your clothes to have a luxury wardrobe. Sure, you could find great dupes, like a Cartier Love Bracelet look alike, but it’s more about investing slightly more in your wardrobe and buying pieces that are high quality and will last for years, versus cheaper items you need to replace each season.
And of course, even when you shop at luxury stores, making good shopping choices like signing up for their rewards programs can help you save!
Here’s how toshop the Quiet Luxury trend at various price points:
Mira Linen Top
Why It Embodies Quiet Luxury: All the details of this top — the lace-like stitching, the pearly buttons, the tall collar, the boxy fit and even the linen fabric all scream ‘chic,’ without screaming ‘look at me,’ at all.
Price: $120 at BananaRepublic.com
Verdusa Women’s 2-Piece Sleeveless Blazer and High Waist Shorts Suit Set
Why It Embodies Quiet Luxury: A sleeveless blazer in general is endlessly classic, and when you add it with some well-fitted suit shorts, you have an impeccable look that exudes luxury.
Price: $38.99 at Amazon.com
Maeve Stripe Collared Sleeveless Sweater Vest
Why It Embodies Quiet Luxury: The mini ribbing in this luxe fabric along with the buttonless collar elevates it far beyond your standard knit top, and neutral stripes are a quiet luxury staple.
Price: $98 at Anthropologie.com
Bulova Women’s Classic Diamond Accent Gold-Tone Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch
Why It Embodies Quiet Luxury: We’re not trying to stereotype here, but billionaires wear watches. This simple, classic style can be worn for any occasion with any outfit and truly personifies luxury. In fact, it should probably be called a ‘timepiece’ instead of a watch.
Price: $375 at Macys.com
Vince Slip Skirt
Why It Embodies Quiet Luxury: A silk skirt is not only extremely versatile, it is also the epitome of luxury, because anyone wearing a silk skirt isn’t planning on doing anything particularly strenuous or getting even slightly dirty anytime soon. Pair this champagne beauty with a white T-shirt for an easy brunch look or with a blazer to head to the office.
Price: $295 at Revolve.com
Gorjana Parker Huggie Earrings
Why It Embodies Quiet Luxury: The huggie earring style offers an effortless level of chicness and is much more subdued than a classic hoop.
Price: $50 at Amazon.com
Sydney Wide-Leg Pant in Bi-Stretch Cotton Blend
Why It Embodies Quiet Luxury: Wide leg pants are trending hard, and wearing them is a cool way to be trendy without too much flash. The added details of the visible pockets and buttons on these pants gives that ‘rich’ look we’re striving for.
Price: $98 at JCrew.com
Sam Edelman Women’s Loraine Loafer
Why It Embodies Quiet Luxury: A classic loafer is sophisticated, understated and always a good idea. It also happens to be the perfect shoe for the quiet luxury trend, as menswear-inspired pieces are always a confident choice, and the beautiful leather and gold bit detailing looks way more expensive than the actual $150 price tag.
Price: $150 at Amazon.com
BTFBM Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
Why It Embodies Quiet Luxury: The asymmetrical neckline draping of this dress is so unique and chic, it demands attention, without showing any skin (quiet luxury definitely doesn’t show too much skin!). And while the dress comes in 18 different color options, the ‘solid khaki’ (dark brown) is perfectly understated but more unique than black for a dressy occasion.
Price: $45.99 at Amazon.com
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