Wondering how some people always have that wealthy, rich, millionaire look? This article discusses how to look rich, even if you’re on a tight budget with 18 best tips for dressing like a lottery winner, in no time at all. Further on how to dress like you’ve got more money than you know what to do with. You’ll also learn how to carry yourself.
You don’t have to be a millionaire to look rich
Wondering how some people always have that wealthy, rich, millionaire look? We all have this kind of friends, turning heads around as they walk down the street, leaving trails of expensive perfume. Their nails are always manicured, sunglasses on the head, wearing jewellery with diamond studs – small enough to be authentic but large enough to get noticed.
Well, there’s more knowledge in style than money, and in this article, I’ll show you how you too can look rich or as a millionaire, with no cost at all. This is also an article for the wealthy ones, as matter how much money you have, you can still learn how to class up your look a little.
1. Avoid logos and remove all tags from your clothes
Luxury and high-end designer brands never place large crest and logos on their clothes. Why? The best brands in the world have unique styles that separate them from other labels. Those unique styles and cuts can ‘speak’ to their affluent buyers that know how to recognise them.
Big logos make outfits look cheap … and that’s not the way to go if you want to look rich. Showing logos as a sign of reputation makes you look like you’re trying too hard and therefore reeks of desperation. No expensive outfit or designer clothes feature large logos, crests, at least not prominently.
If you want to look like you’ve got a fat bank account, don’t make yourself a walking billboard for brand names. Go for clean clothes with silent logos; go for sophisticated coats you can match with a logo-free handbag.
Most trendy brands such as Coach, Fendi, Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, Gucci have prominently placed emblems on their clothes and shoes. But, even though these might be expensive brands, logos are never a sign of wealth. More luxurious brands above these brands do not have logos, and wealthy people only wear those.
Avoid putting brands on display; a purse covered in logos is nothing you want to be seen carrying. Above all, aim for a wardrobe of beautiful form-fitting clothes of mysterious origin, rather than a wardrobe with one expensive Coach bag, and the rest Primark or Zara.
2. Tailor your clothes to fit your body
Wealthy and affluent people wear fitted clothes. In most cases, wearing outfits that are too big or too small reflects poor taste or lack of resources. The cheapest way is to get a tailor to modify your outfits and ensure the clothing is shaped to fit you perfectly.
Why? Fitted clothes and classic pieces are a sign of taste, class, and wealth. If you do not have a tailor already, ensure you get one based on reviews or referrals. Your tailor would have your measurements, and after a few trials, would eventually get your proper measures; you can work with that, and you’ll be fine.
The most obvious sign of wealth isn’t bling, specific brands, fabric, or a particular style—it’s tailored clothes. If you want to look rich, you need to make sure your clothes fit like they were made for your body. Clothes need to fit your form and flatter your figure, whether you’re talking about casual or formal wear.
Now, if you can’t afford a trip to a tailor, bear this in mind. Most department store clothing is variable because of the way the fabric is machine cut. Two pairs of pants labelled the same size are often different in length or width. Try on at least three pairs of your size to find the one that fits you best. Even if you like a shirt, skirt, or a pair of pants, never buy them unless it fits your body to perfection.
3. Quality Over Quantity! Fewer quality pieces over lots of cheap clothes
I get that you’re getting dressed within a budget, fine and good! But being on a budget is never an excuse for buying low-quality clothing. In all honesty, I’d prefer 4-5 quality clothes to a complete wardrobe of tasteless and crappy outfits.
First, never buy too many clothes at once. Then, don’t be lured into buying special offers and discounted low-quality outfits. Keep your money and only get the most fitting ones, from natural and sustainable textiles that will last.
Also, I think this should be common knowledge, never buy clothes to keep up with the trends. Trends come and go, and the clothes you’ve filled your wardrobe with will quickly become useless. Your wardrobe should hold tailored, versatile, and classic enough pieces that won’t go out of style any time soon.
It’s worth saving money for a great pair of jeans that fit you perfectly and versatile enough to mix with other clothes in your wardrobe. A pair of well-fitting black jeans must be a good investment for the office, clubbing, and a day in the park.
Also, you want to splurge on a nice bag, make sure it’s a versatile colour, that it’s big enough to suit your needs, and that it’s a style that you like.
4. Know your clothes/fabrics
In simple terms, there are two different kinds of fabrics: natural fabrics and synthetic ones. Each fabric has a unique type of maintenance, usage, and, most importantly, styling rules. Knowing your fabrics gives you an idea about how to dress and what to match.
Polyester, nylon, and rayon – all artificial fibre – won’t hang properly on your body like natural wool or cotton fabrics. Moreover, mixing these fabrics can often result in stylistic disasters. Ideally, fabrics should be all-natural, from sustainable clothing designers.
Look at the tags of your clothes and only mix cotton, cashmere, silk, linen, and wool. Any kind of synthetic blend mixes only with synthetics. Try to imagine, “how would I look wearing a wool jacket on an Adidas tracksuit?!”
5. Take dress-up and style classes
If you’re just playing at looking wealthy, you want to look like you’ve got somewhere important to be. A board meeting? An exclusive dance club? A yacht club? A red carpet? Every day should be an excuse to dress up and look rich.
But for that, you should know how to create each unique style you can wear on each special occasion – for example, what to wear to a casino. Learn the most popular timeless pieces, most expensive designer clothes, expensive brands, and quality fabrics, so you know what to talk about.
Learn how to wear a black dress, a dinner jacket, a suit, a well-tailored pair of pants, or even a button-down shirt. Learn how to wear and match coats, cardigans in pastel colours, pressed cotton shirts, form-fitting slacks, and slim-fitting jackets. Learn how to match tailored pieces, white button skirts, dresses, and pumps if you’re going for that “classic style look.
Or, see how you can rock a trendy pair of designer jeans, a scarf, and a printed tee, to look chic like a movie star. And, don’t worry about spending a penny on how to dress like a rich person. There are plenty for free online; all you need is the willingness to learn.
