I think the most important thing to remember is to buy the highest quality that you can COMFORTABLY afford. Fashion trends are never worth going into debt for.
Absolutely. But I feel lately has been really difficult for some of us (including myself), to not turn addicted on buying luxury items. I got already 23k in debt buying luxury items. I feel so bad for that, but looking at my surroundings, everyone has luxury items and it seems that now I can fit on society. It’s a really bad feeling 😢
@Karen Suvi I'm so sorry. Don't be too hard on yourself. See if you can find help to turn things around for you. I'm on the flip side of the coin - since my husband retired and I'm not able to work my budget only allows me to shop at Goodwill (and not frequently).
Wonderful items can be found at exceptional prices at estate and tag sales. Don’t skip those as an optional source; some of my finest things have been sourced from the curated collectors of tasteful women.
I’m so amused that this term Quiet Luxury is surfacing now. I have followed you for a long time because your posts have always shown quiet luxury….classy, elegant and yet still current. I’m much older than you, but your advice transfers to all ages and sizes. I have avoided obvious logos all my adult life for the reasons you mention. It doesn’t have to be about the amount of money you spend, just look for quality and buy less trendy pieces. Thank you for putting this out in such a classy way.
Lol, it's just a new term to make more conservative (& absolutely nothing to do with political theories) styles more palatable for the under-30 crowd. The first time I heard the term was watching Bill Maher's critique of Gwyneth Paltrow's recent liability trial. I believe he said, 'Quiet Luxury, when the super rich dress down in clothing we understand, in order to pretend they are just like us.' And afterwards he explained that actually it was the style of established wealth and that Gwyneth could teach us all of lesson on etiquette and dressing appropriately.
@@Hypatia52 Ironically quiet luxury is not "dressing down", dressing down is dressing like a kadashian in cheap crappy clothing. Paltrow actually dressed up as those clothes are insanely expensive and you can tell even from pictures that the sweaters are cashmere and the pants are pure silk. If anything she is elevating herself above everyone else. Paltrow is not a humbled person, shes a snooty rich woman who looks down on others.
@@sew_gal7340 Yes! I imagine he thinks Gwyneth hangs around her house in Alexander McQueen formals and dripping diamonds. I suspect he just doesn't like Gwyneth, or many women, for that matter...
The under-30 crowd really doesn't understand quiet luxury. When you're under 30, you haven't lived through enough decades of fashion changes -- maybe two that you'll actually remember. Quiet luxury is just another name for a way of dressing that's been done for generations.
@@4gma59 Gees, maybe I was different as a child because I was the youngest of 3, and Mom was the youngest of 9, so I knew about the Victorians, and the 30s and 40s and 50s.
Some of us have called this “trend” classic or ivy style for more than 30 years. True style is realizing one doesn’t have to dress exactly like the image from the 1986 Ralph Lauren catalogue. This style has been present since the early days with Katherine Hepburn and Marlene Dietrich wore pants that suited them, when Carole Lombard wore rolled jeans with a big white shirt and brogues. It is about having quality pieces that suit you, are appropriate to the situation, and don’t scream “look at me”.
Audrey - I would appreciate your take on taking the Quiet Luxury look into the summer months. Like many other commenters, this has been my go-to look for years. However, I find it so much easier to achieve in the winter. Please consider taking this subject further and talk about what to wear when it's 90* and humid. Thanks!
Yes! I've wished for a video about this that shows how to implement this classic style daily in the impending 90+ (and 100) degree humid months ahead. I too find it so much easier to dress this way in layers. I've introduced a white cotton sleeveless button down, but am at a loss otherwise. I understand to wear natural fibers, linen being a great option in pants, but what style, is showing our shoulders in sleeveless button downs etc classy comfort? Quality fabric dressy plain tops with minimal jewelry an option? So many heat and humidity coping methods Audrey may suggest as she lives in this climate too. I find her style is the most wearable of the"classy" RU-vidrs, and her manner so peaceful and and practical.
PS: Bonus points if you can demonstrate Quiet Luxury for activities like going to the hardware store, farmer's market, or going for a walk in the neighborhood - all in heat and humidity!
@@TarynsTime Im with you ! where I live it rains a lot and get humid too with high temps of 85F and above ! I would love to have a summer style because a lot of quite luxury is based in an English style and they don't get hot humid days
My sister got me into thrifting clothes and absolutely no shame on that! We’ve found very good brands that are classy and timeless in very good condition for a fraction of what they would cost at the store. Watching these videos have helped me better my wardrobe. 😊❤ Thank you Audrey
Thank you for NOT making this style topic a social statement about classism. Some of us have dressed in a quieter style years because it actually suits body type, personality and our taste. 💗
I completely agree. I have an hourglass figure. I’m a size 0 with a very large chest. So many styles appear “sexy, sleezy” on me. I have always preferred this simple, tailored, modest, and classic style. I have also been the same size for 20 years (besides my pregnancies. Lol) so I often wear pieces that I have owned for decades. A classic tailored piece never goes out of style.
Absolutely gorgeous and elegant. I've never been one for brands or "logos". I've always preferred well made items, preferably made close to home! Thank you for highlighting the benefits of this style approach.
Fabulous advice! The reminder I need to embrace my style but always be open to the small tweaks that truly make it my own. As an hourglass woman, I do find if difficult to fit into a blazer nicely. Always too tight on shoulders and arms. This is frustrating as I love the luxurious look of a well fitted blazer and the versatility of the piece. That said, your kind, informed and direct videos always give me food for thought. Thank you so much!!
Audrey, I saved this video and have watched it several times...there is an obvious difference in the variety of cut and color and a more youthful take on a classic look....I would love to see more videos on this topic with the more current pieces and the way they are put together....have a great day!!!
I really enjoyed this mainly as it affirmed how I’ve enjoyed dressing my whole adult life. You included lots of lovely examples. However, I just don’t wear pointy shoes like the ones you showed because I find them uncomfortable. But LOVE classic pieces.
I have invested carefully in what I can afford, and I am getting to the point that I have clothes that are wearing well, good quality, classic pieces that I feel able to hold onto and hopefully wear for years to come.
Thanks for the video explaining quiet luxury. I’ve been more interested in elegant and simple outfits but it always irks me when other content creators feel the need to put other styles as “low class.” Personally, I waver between more casual to classy looks depending on the situation or my mood.
These styles have been around for decades. Sticking to your personal style as you mentioned is key. I don't believe we need to add a label like "old money" or "quiet luxury" to these classic styles. Last year it was "coastal grandma" which touted many of the same looks you presented. Your presentation was classy and enjoyable, though.
This was a great video Audrey! Can you do more videos on this topic and perhaps suggestions of where to find pieces that help achieve this look? I’m finding that a lot of the retailers I have shopped for years no longer suit my personal style and don’t sell pieces that align with the look you are describing here.
I love this recommendations , Audrey. It shows us how to look good and classy without making an arrogant impression. I love your classic relaxed style, avoiding risks to look outdated
For some years I am following now... because again and again you publish interesting takes on the classic style. I think this one is coming closest to my own intentions - and I didn't know it! :-)!! I was not aware, that I am going for the quiet luxury, before you now interpreted it like a relaxed, functional and every-day-fit approach. Whenever it get's too polished and stressfully luxurious, I feel uncomfortable. But something like what you're wearing while presenting „hits the nail" and is the perfect imperfectness also for me. And grey! 🙂
Excellent content…thank you. I wear Doc Martens and have for years. I grew up thrifting and focusing on pieces which make me feel comfortable and attractive. I want pieces that last. I laugh when I see people now rejecting logos which I have been taught to do from paternal grandmother since the 1980’s. She worked outside the home as my father grew up…and was quite a dresser.
I live in a "fashion desert" so this weekend when I was in a very nice shopping mall in a large city took the opportunity to notice what people were wearing. One lady stood out for her fun Lily Pulitzer dress, which was very fun, but it was also a piece that seemed very specific (and almost like a logo since I instantly knew the brand)- nothing wrong with the dress- it was beautiful, but maybe too memorable to get much wear out of. But the lady who was the most memorable was actually dressed very simply. Simple black jacket, white t-shirt, and grey ankle length pants with white Ked's type sneakers. Everything was impeccably tailored and fit so perfectly, that even a simple outfit made her memorable. There was just kind of an aura about her. The sales clerks seemed to know that she had a lot of spending potential. She was also very well groomed and very confident and polite.
Just goes to show it's not what you wear but the "way" you wear it. I am imagining she was very calm, poised with good posture, moved gently and had a pleasant smile on her face.
Same here-my hometown is pretty much a “fashion desert,” where the “best” department stores are Macy’s and Von Maur, not even a Nordstrom. If I don’t see anything at Von Maur, it seems like I have no choice but to either drive at least two hours for an upscale shopping mall or order online for quality clothes, including shoes not made in China or Vietnam. I am glad you enjoyed shopping at the upscale shopping mall and am sure the lovely lady there gave you inspiration to dress well. Unfortunately, my hometown is full of people dressing in pajama or yoga pants and flip flops. Even when I just go to the grocery store, I still dress like to dress in “real” clothes and never flip flops or Crocs.
Quiet luxury and old money aesthetic do gonin the same direction, but stealth wealth apparently is something quite different. It's rather actually rich people buying "simple" Expensive clothing that appears basic to normal people but is "if you know you know" To the economic "elite". So it's rather " Spending tons of money to appear normal and basic but in a way that your rich friends know you spent $5k on a T-shirt, because if you know you know", which is rather the opposite of "quiet luxury"
Basically it's a minimalist , classic style of wearing better quality clothes and accessories ( as much as one can afford ) and buying less , tailored clothes that fit well, with mostly neutral colours. Fit for any age and also work appropriate. A stark contrast to following trends . It's also a sustainable way of dressing.
Let me tell you something that happened to me recently: I went to the Mall with my daughter, it was chilly so I put on my “coffee and cream” cashmere turtleneck, a paisley print midi skirt and a pair of muted gold strap sandals (all three thrifted). It looked classy and you couldn’t really put a price tag on it, except maybe for the sandals that had a tiny “Coach” logo. I went into a Starbucks for some coffee. And you know how “judgy” Starbucks employees are…they put a price tag on you in a flick and then treat you accordingly. The guy said I looked cute. I said - thank you, comfortable is what I was aiming for. He again said - yea, but you look cute! Which completely proves that you don’t have to spend fortune to look nice! It did take me a while to understand…
I forgot to add that I have previously worn the same outfit and felt very comfortable and confident in it. The pieces fitted my body and my personality.
I live in the Uk and rarely go into a Stabucks - probably 3 times in my whole life - overpriced. Went into one this weekend at a motorway service station, dirty loos, no toilet roll, dirty tables - no idea what the employees have got to be "snooty" about. Oh and wearing wierd headsets - I guess it looks trendy. Hmm, putting paper in the toilets is more important. My husband said - "never again. Charging 5 star prices for 1 star facilities". I love Subway - good value for money, usually clean, fresh salads - he has always hated it. Starting to see the light now :) Your outfit sounds lovely. Comfy and cute? Sounds like you have the winning formula.
Love the first two bags in this video, the brown one and the dark green one! I don't have the budget for anything resembling true "quiet luxury," but I do buy classic styles. I get reasonable quality and buy the sales. I avoid trends for most purchases so that I don't go off the item within months. This is especially true for the shape of pant legs and the heels of shoes. I cannot stand the recent trend of wide-leg dungarees. They look terrible, IMO, because the material is not "flowy" enough for the cut of the garment.
Thank you so much for these tips. Ive always just bought what ive thought was cute and nice enough but I am really looking for a more professional look all around, especially since my career is within a professional setting as well.
I love this video! I recently got my personal season color palette done and it’s helped pick the right wardrobe and mostly all the colors go well cause it’s from one season. I need more help of what stores carry affordable “quiet luxury”. Thanks 🙏🏼
My "quiet luxury" outfits rarely cost above $100. And I mean the complete outfit: shoes to hat, jewelry to handbag and the outerwear too. Style > Cost. Plus careful maintenance and repair. I've said my style is "/old/ money, because I have none". 😅 Conspicuous consumption without a sense of style, or being negligent about taking care of what you have is decidedly "nouveau riche".
We share the same style hahaha I always said this and was raised this way. I sometimes feel too elegant amongst a sea of trendier people but alas, I never look at many photos from year past and think “that was a terrible outfit”!
Audrey, can you please do a video about buying fitted bra? I feel like that’s so important in building high quality outfits but so may conflicting information
Hello a classic woman , evrey single informatiom feels right on..eccoing my style..Do injoy the content the way u express luxury Thanks❤❤ n God bless u😊😊
This is very helpful😊 I'm 36 and now I'm trying to achieve this for my wardrobe without breaking the bank but I'm very guilty in having limited color now and i have mostly black outfit 😅😅 its just they're effortless classy and easy to put together so i just try to keep away from black accessories like the shoes and bag
I love your channel 💞 I am hopeless with stylings, so I am learning a lot from you. I was wondering if you could do a video on footwear. I can't wear high heels and very pointing shoes. I found it's difficult to look stylish just wearing trainers 😊 thanks 🙏
Your Kelly bag is so beautiful. Love the color. Agree with everything you say. Always look at the quality, the finishing of clothes. Better to go to a low cost brand but buy their highest quality than a high cost brand and get their lowest price/quality. These are just not as well made; their goal is to catch new customers. I just got distracted by the bag ;-)
I just realized that I'd been unsubscribed from Audrey's channel!! I'm so upset 😡. Lord knows when this happened, but now I have to binge watch her last 8 months of videos.
I learn something about quality from my mother, who was a dressmaker/journeyman-level tailor. 3/4 of what she told me to look for are never present anymore. Interfacing in women's tops? Satin-stitched button holes? French-seamed satin blouses? What I would love to know is where can I find good quality pants? Ones that are lined (if necessary, especially if they are wool) and worth enough that it makes sense to spend $65 on alterations? I'm retired so I'd rather not get "dry clean only" but am looking for something mid-weight. I'm 5'1 & size 16-18 in the hips, size 14 everywhere else, so alterations are required, unless they are custom-made...
@@te7406 Already do that. It's always means a trip to the alterationist. Apparently their CEO feels under-compensated. They have cut their quality significantly since the 90s (when first started buying clothes there).
@@te7406 Summer's not so much of a problem as winter (yes I'll be that little old lady under 5 layers of clothes--or I'll be happy with global warming! ) Thanks!
Dress appropriately at all times. No ripped, wrinkled, or flashy clothes. Ditch the pajama bottoms and anything not laundered. You easily can achieve the quiet luxury look with clothes from Target…..
my office attire is the same as my outing attire so i won't look out of place when people stumble upon me outside of the work 🤣 i wear literally the same style. only change the formality like jeans and handbags
I actually like tattered cashmere sweater, sweatshirts washed 100+ times, well worn shoes, and leather bags with scuffs. I like the new england coastal Americana kind of old money looks. Nothing looks new purchase or hardly used. It is quality items being used and loved for years. Jewelry and watch are more vintage than the latest trends.
Exactly!!! Who cares about what others think of what you are wearing. It's their opinion and unless you asked for it doesn't matter. So over people trying to dress other people and say what they think they should wear. The world would be such a better place if we all keep our side of the street clean and not worry about what others have on. Nothing against Audrey just my opinion. I do love the outfits in the Video. Have a great week everyone!!!!
Yes, I agree with your assessment and try to do the same for myself. I am even more petite than you are so trends are pointless - would never pay to alter something that isn’t meant to be worn for years. Fewer, better things - it’s smart.
Would you consider doing a video about how to manage a wardrobe when weight fluctuates a lot? I find that my weight is not very stable over the last few years, and therefore I am reluctant to buy more expensive pieces because the "They'll last you for years" argument doesn't apply as well. I do thrifting, but while that's less expensive it does cost a lot in terms of time and effort.
@747 - In the Spring & Summer months, a broader stripe makes sense and is seasonally appropriate. Having said that, it is not quiet for sure. So to " A Coyne"...Advantage MacEnroe!
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Thank you for this. I'd love to hear recommendations for purchasing jeans. Non-distressed, straight leg jeans. I just can't seem to find a reliable place!
I totally agree wirh not acting as a free promoter for a brand that's already filthy rich. Clothes or accessories with designer names are not stylish; they're justo show off.
Quiet luxury: White plain top. Khaki A-line skirt or well cut pants Brown leather shoes Brown leather bag Titanium gold necklace with tiny simple pemdant. Make sure no logos or brand names anywhere. And make sure you don't slouch...
I like taupe but I liven it up with a scarf or an accessory as it can wash you out a little. I prefer taupe to camel or off-white, which don't suit most people (especially blondes) but are seen everywhere on fashion blogs, not for me! I also love dark blue that is not a dull navy, not an easy colour to find. Thank you Audrey, you are a classy lady, I love seeing you add a more youthful touch (e.g. raw hems) to your outfits as you are young and have a lovely slim figure, please do add those youthful touches as there can be a fine line between classic and old - I prefer modern classics to old-fashioned clothes that could be worn by a 90 year-old! (No offence to lovely 90 year-old ladies!)
