If you have been on Instagram lately or even gone out on a shopping spree, it is highly likely that you’ve seen people wearing logo-free designer pieces with a soft color palette comprising of beige, cream, white, subtle tones of black and navy, and baby pink. In comparison to the “new money” aesthetic (often attributed to the Kardashians) with its flashy colors, the old money aesthetic is inspired by yesteryear’s most famous family dynasties and individuals including the Vanderbilts, Rockefellers, and Princess Diana (although she did not belong to a lineage of affluence).
Obviously, the whole concept of what wealth looks like to an individual may differ and continues to evolve with pop culture. According to an interview between journalist Jasmine Fox-Sullivan and Fashion Psychologist (YES, that is a real job) and Afterpay Brand Ambassador Shakaila Forbes-Bell, those who adopt the old money style generally seek validation from themselves (i.e being their true self) and “focus more on hedonism” rather than appeasing a particular group of people (i.e often times through clothing items adorned with logos or recognizable symbols of luxury). Clearly, the old money aesthetic is ALL about being understated, so a Vuitton belt with the prominent LV buckle is not something on one’s disposal income.
Achieve this classic, quiet luxury style with the following essential staples:
