The old money aesthetic is all about luxury and beauty. Maybe you’ve seen those pictures online of supermodel-esq women with thick flowing hair, dressed in couture, sitting in their mansions. If you too have been enamoured by this style, this article will tell you everything you need to know to win the game of embodying the look.
1. The Classic Everyday Wardrobe Staples
There are a few items that are bound to be in the wardrobe of any modern day Blair Waldorf. Here is a useful list!
- Double breasted blazer
- Trench coat
- Polo sweatshirt
- Loafers
- Simple low heels
- Tennis skirt/tennis dress
- Trousers
- Smart blouse
Timeless classics never go out of fashion and these items are some well-established pieces. If you’re seeking to enhance your wardrobe further, try a coordinated suit. Tailored fits are perfect for achieving an elegant look.
2. Wear a Neutral Palette
The best colour palette is your own colour palette. Keeping your clothing and makeup neutral can enhance your colouring and will always look good! Perhaps that’s why the old money aesthetic has adopted this scheme. Bold colours such as black, navy and white add sharpness to a look and can really add a touch of sophistication to an outfit. Jewellery-wise, go for gold and silver with gold.
3. Don’t Choose Style Over Substance, Choose Style WITH Substance
In this day and age of fast-fashion, we are inundated with cheap clothing produced in huge volumes. However, the old money aesthetic is all about investment pieces. Chose quality over quantity and style with substance to show the appreciation for true quality that this aesthetic embodies. While this might mean having a small capsule wardrobe, good quality clothes and accessories are generally more hardwearing, especially if you look after them well!
4. Pair Your Look with Subtle Luxury Details
The words “old money” probably conjures up ideas of grandeur and excess, but at the risk of being seen as pretentious, this aesthetic is all about subtlety. It is true that less is more, so when it comes to choosing accessories, be minimalistic. Slim rings, tennis bracelets and long necklaces certainly fit the bill. The minimalist style also works well for bags. If you are off to work, you could try a chic laptop case… today’s answer to the briefcase.
5. Always be Polished
A polished look is essential to the old money aesthetic. Polished means that the skin is clean, hair is styled, make up has been applied, nails are painted, and jewellery is on. Basically, all the finishing touches should be considered.
Here are some tips for achieving a polished look:
- Go for a hairstyle that you know will look good throughout the day. Yes, straightened hair could look wonderful in the morning, but a drizzly day will have it’s way eventually and your old money look could be ruined.
- If you are short of time, keep it simple but be complete. While you might not have time to do your whole makeup routine, try to cover the basics.
- Keep yourself fresh looking throughout the day. Grease wipes are useful to keep overly shiny skin at bay.
- Colour coordinate you clothes and makeup to appear well-groomed.
The End
By considering these tips on how to win in the old money aesthetic game, you will be able to make the best style choices. So, here’s to your new look and see you at the country club!
