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Exactly! And what I see in those outfits are the comfort as well. Good quality clothes that last long and are actually comfortable and won't be damaged after a few weeks of wearing. It seems like these people spend more money on clothes but they won't run to the shop to buy new collections that come out every two weeks. They invest and then re-wear for years.

Yess, you explained it perfectly

Speak on it

It’s all about attention to detail

Exactly - Money talks and wealth whispers.

Really want to add more vintage pieces to my wardrobe

Mariana Zelenjuk thrifting is an excellent way to add very high quality pieces that's going to stand the test of time to your wardrobe without breaking the bank....I highly, highly recommend it......you can look like you've spent a king's ransom for your clothes when in reality you've spent a very small fraction on them! Here's a piece of advice.....always read labels to see what the materials are.....and try to avoid polyesters and other synthetics )they look cheap. Instead look for pieces made of natural fibers like cotton, Pima cotton, silk, cashmere, wool & linen. True "old money" people don't wear cheap synthetics. 😁🍀

A. B. That's exactly why I buy most of my clothing from thrift stores because I don't have the means to be able to afford to shop in upscale luxury stores, but I love wearing high quality luxurious clothing and accessories and thrifting is the only way I can do that. Over the last few years, I have curated a wardrobe that would make Princess Diana jealous. 😉. However, with thrifting, you definitely have to know what to look for, and it does take time and patience....but it can be done.

@@MarianaZelenjuk I would completely remake your video it's got lots of cheap clothes in it and they just don't work. The theme is just not doing anyone any favours. Try thrifting but understand that a lot of it is about what works for YOU. For instance I'm tall so I don't wear bolero or very cropped tops. They make me look like I go on forever.

@A. B. But cheap cotton and cheap wool rapidly shows as well. Cheap cotton shrinks and won't hold its shape. Cheap wool pills (those little bobbles appear). Each season I keep on building a wardrobe and gradually eliminate what doesn't work for me, and update it with current pieces. I buy the best I can afford to fill out pieces in my wardrobe. It's amazing how many people don't know what works for them. It's a sign of maturity when you do, and don't follow trends. I'm a dramatic style wise so very conservative clothes I can wear, but don't look my best in them. So I jus them up with colour or something flamboyant. Not always, good taste means dressing for the occasion.

One suggestion....faux crocodile is plastic....makes your feet sweat and not environmentally friendly. Go real alligator. Not endangered and will hold up well.

@@queenbunnyfoofoo6112 that is vile disgusting animal cruelty 😡

@@OzmaOfOzz Oh please......stop with the BS. Alligators are plentiful and not endangered at all. Alligators aren't made from petroleum...pick your woke.

@@queenbunnyfoofoo6112 it s not about being endangered, it s about useless animal cruelty just so we humans can wear dead animals. Ure what s wrong with this world. Disgusting.

not grey?

I like this

True 🔥🔥🔥

Gosh I love this

Wow that’s accurate!

Welcome!!!!!

Buy the highest quality you can and then up grade...

DON LOPER, the BEST!

Their accessories are also really well made!

I was going to comment the same think. To me Massimo Dutti is very similar to Ralph Lauren. Half of my closet is from that brand.

@@anesnt6645 Massimo Dutti is fabulous!❤️❤️

Massimo Dutti and Zara belong to the same group called Inditex. As well as Bershka and Pull &Bear. So Dutti seems to be more of quality but it is not regarding the production.

@@minnic.6992 I know. However when it comes to quality usually Massimo Dutti it's worth it and while being more expensive than Zara, Bershka & co. it's not as expensive as high end brands while giving you almost the same "rich" look. As far as their production ethics go I can't really afford to care a lot about it as I'm a low to medium income working gal with not much money to spend who also needs to dress well for work and places I usually frequent and in my country there are almost 0 thrifting options.

Exactly it’s not a trend, just classic style

Loooove vintage jewelry!!!!!

Same feeling here, I love she really trying to help, but I just very curious about their intention to dress not like themselves but someone much richer, why?

Well you are right - doing this won't fool anyone. I have wealthy friends and indeed their look is never like this. However rhe fun of dressing " rich and classy à la Jackie" and the resulting "chic " has got to be better than jeggings and crop tops :)

@@janeonthecoast4920 I agree. I think when most people say old money we think classy. There are a couple of videos of how to look classy on a budget etc. I do think it is time to bring back some elegance to dressing up. There is nothing wrong with it. Growing up people thought my family was rich. We are middle class. My father grew up poor, but worked hard and got his own business. Although we did not live in a mansion, I did feel rich because I knew I have everything I needed and a loving family. ❤️ That has always made me feel very rich. As for friends thinking I was rich, I think it has to do with using manners and being kind to others. My family also dressed well when we went out together. We made sure we matched or something looked good.

I don't think the idea is about "fool" anyone or appearing to have money, speaking that way you classify the style as if it's something that only belongs to a group of people. People want to dress in a way that's classified as CLASSIC because they've seen it in movies and they like the characters, we have a lot of iconic movie characters that inspire us and people want to adapt to the present day. Old money people are shown in movies and magazines as people who dress in a classic way and this concept was connected to this group, but it doesn't mean that everyone dresses that way.

Totally agree. Sabine Wren. The most impressive thing is to be authentically yourself. Not hide behind what is effectively a costume. You will get rumbled so rapidly anyway!

Agree 100%!!! Thanks for watching!

Omg, I literally just ordered a pair of long leather gloves!!!

Thank you!

So glad you liked it 😊

Had to look her up, and am so glad I did! The epitome of chic! Her hair? Always perfect!

@@MarianaZelenjuk She died at 93 and as a billionaire. She was still one of the few women billionaires.

She was beautiful and aged so gracefully! So refreshing amongst the juxtaposition of the stretched, plastic faces of today.

I forgot - fully done makeup that looks refined and pretty, not gaudy.

this comment is so helpful, thank you :) if you know of any- are there any affordable clothing websites i can shop at to get items that fall into the 'old money' category?

Ayla, to be honest I by in person at nice consignment stores. If you have any near you or don't have to travel too too far that's what I'd suggest. Even the department stores you can find simple classic. The thing about classic is you want to have a piece that's a little bit outstanding or interesting so the whole look doesn't lack pizzazz.

Yeeees! I love it! Actually, Gwyneth in the 90’s in general is a huge style inspiration for me. Her as Estella in Great Expectations? Absolute goddess!!

Love her clothes in that one.

That movie is actually based on the Hitchcock movie "Dial M for Murder" starring Grace Kelly...if you like GP's wardrobe you will love Grace's.

@@clarekoesters3031 I always love Grace Kelly’s style.

I loved her hair & makeup too...and of course the apartment too

That is such a genius idea!!!

@@MarianaZelenjuk 😄

Whitley Gilbert is one of my favorite style icons! I emulated much of her wardrobe, especially the fur coats!

@@HarrisPilton789 Nice!! That minx was her pride and joy! I just love how simple her hair was styled but very old money neat and clean, her jewelry and brooches everything very chic! Claire Huxtable and the OG Aunt Viv both had sophisticated style and manners! Those 3 women are definitely my icons

I agree 100%! The production is fantastic! Absolutely love Whit Stillman’s movies!

I LOVE this movie!!

Ditto!

It is such a simple yet underrated style trick… let’s bring it back!! Thanks for watching 😉

Agree 100%!

Agreed!!

Will try to do something similar in the coming weeks 😉

OMG I can SO relate. I discovered old money aesthetics as i discovered style and fashion at the same time. I'm from Indonesia and i studied and work in old money district of Paris and my style has ever since influenced by the people there. Now i'm back in my tropical country and i have to figure out to still dress in that style but in a warmer climate :/ (can't even wear a sweater unless i'm somewhere indoor with AC on).

If you figure it out, let me know! I struggle so much with looking nice in the summer months

It’s a huge challenge! Not only to choose what to wear, but to actually look put together at the end of the day. Say hi to my fellow brazilians for me 🇧🇷🥰

Thank you Mariana!! You are sweet. I'll keep binging on your amazing content. And Ardika yes! I studied in Paris as well and I know what you are talking about. For the warmer climates perhaps Love Marie Escudero (from Philippines) is a somewhat good inspiration. She inspired a character in Crazy Rich Asians, the Movie. But if I imitate the style I break the bank hahahah. And I never get that Old Money feel to be honest... I'm looking forward to the content on this channel when the summer hits!!!

Think French Rivieria: linen, silk, espadrilles, boxy tops, light wool.

Thank you Brooke! I love Natalie Wood!

So true!!

Totally agree with you! Welcome to the channel 😉

Yes! I've been into them for a while, and always get complimented when I wear one of my mother's old brooches.....I like to think of them as kind of a 'conversation starter!'

@@sarahannsmith3129 Funny you say that, my late Mother always wore broaches as well and I think of her and all of the wonderful Women that have and do wear these beautiful lost in time pieces as the quintessential Classy Lady. (What I aspire to become as of late) Thank you for making this video. Keep them coming, as they are essential these days!

I LOVE the Gucci horsebit collection, specially the 1955!

Totally agree! I think being intentional and mindful of what you buy is completely unrelated to price tags… thanks for watching!

I have clothes from H&M more than 15 years old, depending upon the style, H&M clothes can be reworn over and over again, they do not lose their shape, color does not fade (My dresses are mostly shift dresses). The pants from 15 years ago, however, I can no longer wear because they are low hips and are obviously no longer fashionable

Lilly Pulitzer.

Yes! a lot of people have asked that! Have to do a Palm Beach/Capri version of this lookbook 😉

Hi Kimberly! I really need to step up my sound quality game… the ceilings in my apartment are really tall, so if I don’t put background music, you can hear a lot of echo. Thank you for the tip, and for watching the video 😉

Thank you!!! Yes, I can confirm that classic/feminine/dressed-up-to-go-to-the-post-office is definitely my style 😉

Classics are so versatile! I feel like they blend seamlessly with any wardrobe 😉

So glad you liked it!

Thank you!! So glad you like them!

I totally agree with you! Knowing what fits you is absolutely essential to dressing well. I’m still learning, though! It’s a life-long journey, I guess… thanks for watching 😉

That’s so sweet!! Thank you!!! 😊

She also reminds me of Gal Gadot!

There's nothing like playing dress up! Let me know if you find any combinations you love 😉

Oh, I loooved Miss Honey!!!! Her hair was #goals!

Hi Leonie, and thank you for watching! You live in Austria? That's so cool! I really want to visit Vienna, specially during the winter, but haven't yet had the opportunity to go. Could you give me some insider tips on what to see and, most importantly, where to eat 😋 ? Happy holidays!

@@MarianaZelenjuk You're welcome! Yes, I live in Austria and really love to be there. I am very sure that you will like Vienna ;-). It really depends in which season you want to come for a visit. There are so many beautiful things to do. In summer there are many restaurants and bars with a nice little place outdoor in the middst of the centre. Towntown (1.district) is always a great idea to visit. The districts beneath the inner center are not so expensive and very nice too. If you visit the arthistorical museum and the naturehistiórical museum (you really should ;-) ) than you can take a walk to the 7th district of Vienna and make a visit to the "museumsquartier" and "volkstheater" and than into the centre of the 7th district. Some places there are very romantic, similar to the inner district (small little alleys, little cafes, and in winter all alleys on "Spittelberg" are a huge wintermarket. In the evening you have there bars and restaurants, as well as cafes for brunch ;-). In summer you should definitely go to the "old Danube", a lake in the middle of the city, there you should visit "le creperie" a restaurant directly on the shore or the "Neuer Wirt"-Restaurant on the other side. Besides there is a great park called "Wasserpark" for taking a walk or doing a picknick. You also can do a little boat trip. Always nice to see is Viennas famous zoo called "schönbrunner animalgarden". But there are much more and sooo many things you can do in Vienna you will really love. So I hoped my information did help a bit. Wish you nice holydays and a happy new year! :-)

I plan to!! I truly believe it’s a style that fits every shape, size and age bracket! Glad you liked it 😉

As a dressage rider, I also immediately caught both of those points. That outfit felt like a costume, and even more absurd with the thought of going to a restaurant in riding clothes. Did enjoy the video, and all of the movie clip/inspiration photos.

It's all in good fun 😂😂😂 Thanks for watching, Crystal!

Thank you Angela! So glad you liked it!

Thank you for the heads up, but also for the lovely comment!

I’m planning on doing a vintage haul soon… stay tuned 😉

@@MarianaZelenjuk Hooray! I look forward to your point of view on the subject! Can't wait to see what you find. I'm constantly in a state of awe at some of the things I've found!

Yes!! Amazing idea! Will do that in the coming weeks 😉

Those blazers sound dreamy, Megan!!! And with the Oxford shoes? Ultra chic!

Hi Celia, and thank you so much for subscribing! I'm glad there are still a few of us "ladies who dress" left in the world. Welcome to the channel 😉

I know! Us classic girls need a community to band together and discuss all things chic 💁🏻‍♀️i’ve been researching some consignment stores to do a dedicated video. Stay tuned!

@@MarianaZelenjuk I am really looking forward to it. I am loving your videos!

Hi Lucia! I wish I knew how to speak Russian so I could write a beautiful message in your language, but in the meantime thank you for watching ☺️

Vintage shopping can give you the same result.

should be avoided IF you have money for it, vintage shop it's more expensive does not have everywhere.

Not necessarily. H&M has great all cotton and all linen shirts for very good prices, now those are very sustainable and cheap and look great too!!

Thank you Angela!!

Hahahahaha! Gregory, I'm dying with this comment! I'll wear tomorrow in your honour 😉

Thank you ☺️