A gentle PSA for those who need reminding: You don't actually need to be a millionaire to dress like one. Embodying the current stealth wealth craze—or as T&C likes to call it, the low key rich bitch—all comes down to minimalism and pieces that scream "old money." That means dressing in timeless classics like white button downs and borrowed-from-the-boys loafers, opting for neutral colors and monochrome outfits, and most importantly, wearing quiet luxury items (aka no logos!).

To help you nail down the expensive look, here are 9 tips for dressing the part along with our favorite pieces for every budget.


Reach for the basics.

The key to dressing rich comes down to the basics—and by that we mean investing in one or two (or like, eight) high-quality white button downs. The crisp cotton style is a wardrobe workhorse and can be styled in virtually every way possible. Wear the top with tailored trousers and heels to the office or dress it down in a good pair of jeans—the beauty here is there's no wrong way to wear it.

Classic-Fit Washed Cotton Poplin Shirt
J.Crew Classic-Fit Washed Cotton Poplin Shirt
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$59 at J Crew
Mika Oversized Cotton-Poplin Shirt
Anine Bing Mika Oversized Cotton-Poplin Shirt
Eileen Relaxed Button-Up Shirt
Frank & Eileen Eileen Relaxed Button-Up Shirt
Kristen Cotton-Poplin Shirt
Nili Lotan Kristen Cotton-Poplin Shirt


Dark denim is always "do."

Speaking of a good pair of jeans, denim is a non-negotiable in an expensive-looking wardrobe. As a rule of thumb: the darker the wash, the more sleek your denim looks. It's also important to keep the material and silhouette in mind. Select for rigid fits that maintain their shape after each wear and sweet-spot styles, such as straight jeans since they're neither too baggy nor too constricting.

Danielle High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans
Khaite Danielle High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans
London Rigid High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans
SLVRLAKE London Rigid High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans
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High-Rise Tapered Organic Jeans
TOTEME High-Rise Tapered Organic Jeans
501 Original Fit Women's Jeans
Levi's 501 Original Fit Women's Jeans

Layer your look with a timeless topper.

No LKRB outfit is complete without a good topper. Think: a classy cardigan jacket, a versatile blazer, a camel coat, a tweed jacket. Each of these staples are timeless and will always do the trick at elevating your look.

Meredith Jacket
ba&sh Meredith Jacket
Short Jacket in Diamond-Embossed Tweed
Saint Laurent Short Jacket in Diamond-Embossed Tweed
Manuela Icon Camel Hair Wool Wrap Coat
Max Mara Manuela Icon Camel Hair Wool Wrap Coat
Wool Crepe Blazer
Ralph Lauren Wool Crepe Blazer

Slip into status staple shoes.

Embrace status staple shoe styles like horsebit loafers, ballet flats, and minimalist mules. You know... the kind of styles you'll wear for years to come.

Leather Horsebit Loafer
Gucci Leather Horsebit Loafer
Shutters Buckle Leather Loafers
Saint Laurent Shutters Buckle Leather Loafers
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The Demi
Margaux The Demi
Maysale Suede Buckle Mid-Heel 70mm Mules
Manolo Blahnik Maysale Suede Buckle Mid-Heel 70mm Mules


When in doubt, wear neutral tones.

Everything about the LKRB trend screams minimalism. Opt for neutral hues (like blacks, navy, white, and beige), pair them all together into a monochrome look, and then you're good to go.

Lightweight Rib Knit Cardigan
Brunello Cucinelli Lightweight Rib Knit Cardigan
Essential Turtleneck Sweater
Vince Essential Turtleneck Sweater
Mason Pant
Reformation Mason Pant
Constantine Jersey Maxi Dress
THE ROW Constantine Jersey Maxi Dress

Drape yourself in timeless jewels.

Don't be afraid to put your jewels front and center. From simple pearl earrings to a timeless Cartier watch to a chunky gold statement necklace, this kind of jewelry ups the ante.

Nouveaux Puff Earrings
JENNY BIRD US Nouveaux Puff Earrings
Tank Must Watch
cartier.com Tank Must Watch
Organic Pearl Hoops
Mejuri Organic Pearl Hoops
Samira Huggies
Jennifer Fisher Samira Huggies

Logo is a no go when it comes to purses.

If you want to nail down the LKRB look, we'd recommend splurging on an investment bag—but steer clear of gaudy options with loud insignias and logos. The Row, Celine, and Loro Piana are just a few of the designers you can rely on for polished, pared-down pieces that will stand the test of time.

Bucket 16 Bag
Celine Bucket 16 Bag
Micro Bale Bag
Loro Piana Micro Bale Bag
Oversized Double Loop Bag
Oversized Double Loop Bag
Clea Leather Shoulder Bag
THE ROW Clea Leather Shoulder Bag
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Sunglasses are always a power move.

When it comes to sunglasses, make like a Kennedy lady. Wear oversized tortoiseshell eyewear à la Jackie , or go the Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy route with '90s-esque oval shades.

Jackie Ohh II
Ray-Ban Jackie Ohh II
Sculto Reo Irregular Rounded
Sculto Reo Irregular Rounded
Ray-Ban RB3025 Classic Aviator Sunglasses, Gunmetal/Polarized Blue Gradient Grey, 62 mm
Ray-Ban RB3025 Classic Aviator Sunglasses, Gunmetal/Polarized Blue Gradient Grey, 62 mm
Outta Love
Outta Love

Don't forget the hair accessories.

The perfect finishing touch to any low key rich bitch outfit? Hair accessories, of course. Oversized bows and barrettes are no-brainers, but a Blair Waldorf-inspired headband is equally as chic.

Virginia Bow Barrette
Jennifer Behr Virginia Bow Barrette
Gretel Pearl Barrette
Gretel Pearl Barrette
Amanda Puffy Velvet Headband
Amanda Puffy Velvet Headband
Rectangle Barrette
France Luxe Rectangle Barrette
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Sophie Dweck is the associate shopping editor for Town & Country, where she covers beauty, fashion, home and décor, and more.