How do some woman manage to look like they're really wealthy?

[Whatisthepointoffriendships]

When they're not? I'm fascinated.

My friend is like it; they don't have much money and she wears very simple outfits and doesn't buy many clothes but she always looks amazing.

Anyone else know anyone like it?

[MrsCampbellBlack]

Yes I guess what it means by looking wealthy.

If you're a fairly classic dresser its easier I think to look wealthy perhaps but then I know a lot of people don't aspire to look 'wealthy'.

And yes some people can be dressed in very expensive clothes but look as though they're head to toe in primark.

I do agree dressing for your shape is very important and avoiding the ever present polyester.

[BrandyAlexander]

Oh yes I agree good underwear! The difference that the right fitting bra can make to a look is astonishing. M&S deserve being hung drawn and quartered for convincing most women in the uk to wear a bra size that's 2 sizes too big.

[MrsCampbellBlack]

Yeap novice - I reckon the key to looking wealthy is to iron your clothes - but I know that's a very unpopular viewpoint on here

[MrsCampbellBlack]

Mind you was in Selfridges yesterday and the thing that made some women look wealthy was their bags.

[MissBeehivingUnderTheMistletoe]

Is that because you recognised the bags though MrsCB (Mulberry etc etc)? Or was it because the bags looked lovely quality?

[Allthingspretty]

Not having damglinh hems etc
Keeping it simple
Knowing what to splurge on and save on

[BrandyAlexander]

Sshhh MrsCB if you ever look at the vogue thread you will see I am a bagaholic. I totally agree on ironed clothes. I know it's not a popular view but the crumpled look is functional but not stylish. .

having said all of that, I aspire to look stylish as opposed to wealthy as the two are not always the same thing.

[MrsCampbellBlack]

Oh I definitely recognised the bags MissBee

Novice - I came to the sad realisation that I'm no longer a customer for the luxury bag dept - I've been relegated to spirit and the Marc by Marc Jacobs section

[SofaCanary]

That smooth, plump, olive skin tone helps I think.

[MissBeehivingUnderTheMistletoe]

See I wouldn't recognise a Birkin from er... well something else expensive (not a bag person) but I would assume that if I wanted to stroke the leather it would be expensive.

I also agree on the ironing - I know its not popular but the only things that don't get ironed here is underwear.

[BrandyAlexander]

MrsCB Marc by Marc Jacobs are having a good season, I had to edge away from it 2 weeks ago! Did I read somewhere on here that you have a blog? I would love to see it if you don't mind?

[ToastedTeacakes]

Not sure about a capsule wardrobe, or 'rules', but this is what works for me:

I work from home so don't require office clothes, etc. But I do like to dress up now and again. I also don't have a riveting social life!
I find that casual is what I tend to wear most, so when I do buy a dressy thing, or a special bag, I will put some thought into it, hoping it will last.

Pants
3 pairs jeans: indigo, black and mid blue. One of them was expensive.
2 pairs of patterned jeans, both inexpensive but a great fit.
1 pair wool pants and 1 pair of leggings for cold days.

Skirts
1 cord skirt, above knee (H&M).
1 navy cotton mini (APC).
1 knee length indigo denim a-line (Oasis).
1 shortish wool above knee (APC).

Tops
1 peach silk shirt (aubin&Wills).
2 patterned cotton blouses (Isabel Marant/Vanessa Bruno).
2 silk vests (Aubin&Wills).
2 check shirts (Abercrombie/APC)
3 tshirts (APC/Whistles/Oasis)
1 breton (Aubin&Wills).

Dresses
1 smart lace dress above knee (Topshop).
1 check shirt dress, above knee, cotton (APC).
1 Silk dress (APC).

Knitwear
2 long cardi's (Massimo Dutti/Zara).
1 cashmere round neck jumper (LaRedoute).
1 grey slouchy merino (Boden).
1 beige cable jumper (Oysho).
1 navy merino jumper (Uniqlo, shit quality!)

Coats
1 long navy wool coat (Zara).
1 navy quilted jacket (Oasis).
1 trench coat (Burberry).
1 cropped boucle jacket (Zara).

Bags
1 burgundy tote (Jaeger sale).
1 smart small bag (Mulberry Lily).
1 tan satchel (Massimo Dutti).

Shoes
2 suede ankle boots (APC/Office)
2 patent heels (K Geiger/ Topshop)
1 Nike Dunks in black.
1 white converse, low.
2 leather summer sandals (APC/ Geiger).

Sorry the list is long. This is all that I own and it feels like too much, but it all gets worn. Not sure if I look like a princess or a pauper tho!

[LadyMountbatten]

ah i disagree
WEalth can be hidden by horrible clothes - flashy eurotrash stuff and mutton.

its all in the figure - often teeny tiny and skin.

Plus no piercings or tattoos

[scarlet76]

Great list Toasted
This year I am aiming to spend less and also scale down the amount of stuff I have.
I shop reasonable quality high street - M&S, Topshop, White Stuff, Boden, French Connection, Hobbs, Next, Clarks.
I think a good coat, shoes and bag are essentials. I am trying to keep the rest of my wardrobe simple and classic.

[HappyAsEyeAm]

Good haircut. Groomed hair, eyebrows and nails. One very nice piece of jewellery, a scarf and a bag. Co ordinated clothes
, shoes and accessories. Ironed clothes. Polished shoes. A smile.

[LadyMountbatten]

and they stand right.
Their clothes arent thin primark white cotton that is washed grey.
Or naffola thin leggings

[Charliefox]

Glossy thick hair in beautiful blonde/ash/caramel colours and gorgeous creamy skin. Then white jeans, polo shirt and boat shoes. With a tan = money.

[ToastedTeacakes]

LadyMountbatten I don't think a tiny body is a necessity though. I mean, how does that explain attitudes in different periods of history where a fuller figure was considered more fitting for fashion? I think that the thin obsession is just another cultural trend, for surely any body shape can look well dressed (and expensive, if need be)? I am 'teeny tiny' and it doesn't stop me looking like crap....when i look like crap

[LadyMountbatten]

i know - I agree, but you know those little tiny women with anthea turner hair.

they always look loaded

[LadyMountbatten]

TT you look GORGE from here

[ToastedTeacakes]

anthea turner hair! nearly spat my tea out, haha! is this a thing now? I had completely forgotten she existed.

must admit my hair lets me down though. i try so hard to care for it but fighting natural frizz is a losing game:(

[ToastedTeacakes]

[ToastedTeacakes]

LadyMountbatten anthea's hair defies gravity and I want to know it's secrets...

[LadyMountbatten]

or kaplunsky