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What Is Quiet Luxury? Here’s How to Nail the Trend as a Mom

written by JESSICA WELSH

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Source: @sofiarichiegrainge

Throughout this summer, you may have heard people discussing the term “quiet luxury.” And while you might roll your eyes at the thought of yet another trend to keep up with, the truth is that this concept is not really a trend at all, but more of a new name for a certain style that has been around forever. If you’ve heard the phrase “money talks, wealth whispers,” then you are already familiar with quiet luxury.

The quiet luxury trend is especially great for moms because it relies on having a few easy-to-wear, neutral capsule wardrobe pieces that can always be paired together and worn in a lot of different ways. And while quiet luxury definitely encourages shying away from fast fashion in favor of a few wardrobe investment pieces, the aesthetic can certainly be achieved on a budget as well. We’re breaking down everything you need to know about quiet luxury—plus sharing our favorite pieces to get the look—below.

 

 

What is quiet luxury?

While the idea of “elevated basics” or a minimalist approach to fashion is not a trend or a new concept, using the term quiet luxury to describe this aesthetic first emerged earlier this year. If we were to pinpoint an exact moment the phrase popped onto the scene, it would have to be when Sofia Richie married Elliot Grainge in the South of France in April. During the week of their wedding, Sofia took to TikTok to share OOTDs consisting of perfectly curated pieces. Sofia’s newfound style embodied a certain unnamed aesthetic that could only be described as quiet luxury. Thus, the term was born. 

A quick search of “quiet luxury” on Pinterest turns up a palette of neutrals with touches of denim and stripes, classic silhouettes, and understated yet elevated pieces. The trend also focuses on investment pieces that can be worn over and over again, rather than trendier fast fashion pieces that come in and out of style. If you’re a fan of curating a capsule wardrobe, quiet luxury is perfect for you. 

Lastly, dressing in this style would mean staying away from obvious logos in favor of items that are more subtle—think of Jennifer Lawrence’s recent style revamp, in which she’s been spotted out and about dressed in some of the most quintessential quiet luxury designer brands, like The Row and Loewe. 

 

 

 

How to get the quiet luxury look

From budget-friendly options to investment pieces, achieving the quiet luxury look is as simple as adding a few elevated basics to your wardrobe. Opt for minimalistic pieces, chic silhouettes, subtle textures, and neutral colors. Shop some of our favorite pieces to get the look below:

 

Tops 

strapless beige top
Reformation
Tonya Top
2 colors available
sizes 0 - 12
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black tank top
Abercrombie & Fitch
Sweater Mix Ruffle Tank
2 colors available
sizes XXS - XL
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navy blue scoop neck tank
Abercrombie & Fitch
Ottoman Crew Tank
4 colors available
sizes XXS - XXL
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knit cardigan tank
J.Crew
Fitted Button-Up Sweater Vest
3 colors available
sizes XXS - 3X
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black sleeveless tank top
Abercrombie & Fitch
Draped Shell Top
3 colors available
sizes XXS - XL
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striped off the shoulder top
Banana Republic Factory
Off-Shoulder Ribbed Top
sizes XXS - XXL
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white square neck top
Abercrombie & Fitch
Ottoman Squareneck Sweater Tee
3 colors available
sizes XXS - XL
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black and white patterned blouse
J.Crew
Smocked Button-Up Shirt
2 colors available
sizes XXS - 3X
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black eyelet top
J.Crew
Pleated Eyelet-Trim Shirt
3 colors available
sizes XXS - 3X
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white short sleeve top
J.Crew
Cuff-Sleeve Textured Sweater
4 colors available
sizes XXS - 3X
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white long sleeve top
Reformation
Malia Top
sizes 0 - 12
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blue and white striped blouse
Everlane
The Boxy Oxford
4 colors available
sizes XXS - XL
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long sleeve gingham blouse
DÔEN
The Jane Blouse
8 colors and patterns available
sizes XXS - XXL
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white long sleeve blouse top
Everlane
The Poplin Tie Back Shirt
3 colors available
sizes XXS - XL
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Sweaters, Jackets & Blazers  

white eyelet long sleeve
Abercrombie & Fitch
Merino Wool-Blend Crew Sweater
2 colors available
sizes XXS - XXL
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striped collared sweater
Ellandemm
Black Striped Knit Button Up
sizes XS - 3XL
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navy blue sweater
Everlane
The Organic Cotton Crew Sweater
4 colors available
sizes XXS - XL
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oversized striped sweater
Jenni Kayne
Cashmere Boyfriend Sweater
3 colors and patterns available
sizes XS - 3X
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grey collared sweater
Quince
Mongolian Cashmere Polo Sweater
5 colors available
sizes XS - XL
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pickleball sweater
Kiel James Patrick
Pickleball Sweater
sizes XS - XXL
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oversized white cardigan
Jenni Kayne
Cashmere Cocoon Cardigan
10 colors available
sizes XXS - 3X
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grey blue cardigan
Quince
Mongolian Cashmere Oversized Boyfriend Cardigan
6 colors available
sizes XS - XL
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striped cardigan
J.Crew
Emilie Sweater Lady Jacket
8 colors and patterns available
sizes XXXS - 3X
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navy blue blazer jacket
J.Crew
Odette Sweater Lady Jacket
5 colors available
sizes XXXS - 3X
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navy blue blazer
Abercrombie & Fitch
Boyfriend Suiting Blazer
4 colors and patterns available
sizes XXS - XL
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cream blazer top
Banana Republic Factory
Linen-Cotton Double Breasted Blazer
5 colors and patterns available
sizes 0 - 20
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white denim jacket
Abercrombie & Fitch
Collarless Denim Jacket
2 colors available
sizes XXS - XL
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tan trench coat
J.Crew Factory
Trench Coat
3 colors available
sizes 00 - 24
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Bottoms  

high-waisted tailored shorts
Abercrombie & Fitch
Ultra High Rise Tailored Short
7 colors available
sizes XXS - XL
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black maxi skirt
Everlane
The Dream Maxi Skirt
3 colors available
sizes XXS - XL
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brown slip skirt
J.Crew
Gwyneth Slip Skirt
10+ colors and patterns available
sizes XXS - 3X
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cream trousers
Everlane
The Linen Way-High Drape Pant
2 colors available
sizes 00 - 16
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black linen pants
Reformation
Lina Linen Pant
6 colors and patterns available
sizes XS - XL
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white straight leg pants
Everlane
The Organic Straight-Leg Pant
6 colors available
sizes 00 - 16
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blue jeans
Abercrombie & Fitch
Ultra High Rise Ankle Straight Jean
8 colors available
sizes 23 - 37
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tailored wide leg pants
Abercrombie & Fitch
Sloane Tailored Pant
10+ colors available
sizes 23 - 37
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Dresses

white midi dress
Jenni Kayne
Day Dress
2 colors available
sizes XS - XXL
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black knit dress
Reformation
Nelle Knit Dress
sizes XS - XL
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black cotton midi dress
Abercrombie & Fitch
Cap Sleeve Corset Midi Dress
5 colors and patterns available
sizes XXS - XXL
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poplin cotton shirt dress
J.Crew
A-Line Shirtdress
sizes 00 - 24
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white off the shoulder dress
Reformation
Josefina Knit Dress
sizes XS - XL
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black strap midi dress
Reformation
Tagliatelle Linen Dress
8 colors and patterns available
sizes 0 - 12
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black slip maxi dress
Garnet Hill
Easy Linen Slip Dress
4 colors available
sizes 0 - 18
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linen tank dress
Garnet Hill
Vale Linen Tank Dress
4 colors and patterns available
sizes 0 - 18
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scoop neck midi dress
Quince
Linen Scoop Neck Midi Dress
4 colors available
sizes XS - XL
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black linen mini dress
Everlane
The Dream Shift Dress
3 colors available
sizes XXS - XL
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black midi dress with slit
Reformation
Cassi Knit Dress
2 colors available
sizes XS - XL
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midi sweater dress
Abercrombie & Fitch
Ribbed Midi Sweater Dress
4 colors available
sizes XXS - XL
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Shoes  

black thin sandals
J.Crew Factory
Easy Summer Flip-Flops
5 colors available
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black strap sandals
Everlane
The ReKnit City Flatform Sandal
2 colors available
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tan ballet flats
Everlane
The Day Ballet Flat
5 colors/patterns available
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black ballet flats
J.Crew
Zoe Strappy Flats
4 colors available
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raffia heels
Nordstrom | Steve Madden
Santana Slide Sandal
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black and cream heels
Nordstrom | Sam Edelman
Tarra Slingback Pump
3 colors available
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Accessories 

tan crossbody bag
Quince
Leather Pouch Crossbody Clutch
3 colors available
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straw purse
Mango
Natural Fiber Basket Bag
2 colors available
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black crossbody bag
Quince
Woven Leather Phone Crossbody
3 colors available
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tan medium tote bag
Mango
Combined Bucket Bag
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straw tote bag
J.Crew
Cadiz Hand-Knotted Rope Tote
8 colors available
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pearl necklace
J.Crew Factory
Pearl Strand Necklace
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gold hoop earrings
J.Crew
Lightweight Sculpted Hoop Earrings
2 finishes available
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gold chunky hoop earrings
J.Crew Factory
Orb Earrings
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tortoise sunglasses
J.Crew Factory
Oval-Framed Sunglasses
2 colors available
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cat eye sunglasses
J.Crew
Lido Sunglasses
2 colors available
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