DCUM; dress me like a rich woman

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Anonymous wrote:The wealthiest people I know dress very simply and tend to go for the natural look in hair, nails and makeup. They drive nice, but older cars. They also have nice handbags (Chloe, Chanel, YSL) that look fairly plain on the outside, but the bags aren't brand new as they tend to wear them for many years. Most of the people I know who are covered in brands and bling don't make too much more than I do (and we're pretty solidly middle class).

Its AMAZING how not-show-offy truly rich people actually are. You know they are rich because of all their other expenses such as property in an expensive neighborhood; multiple international trips abroad; cotillion etc.

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Anonymous wrote:The wealthiest people I know dress very simply and tend to go for the natural look in hair, nails and makeup. They drive nice, but older cars. They also have nice handbags (Chloe, Chanel, YSL) that look fairly plain on the outside, but the bags aren't brand new as they tend to wear them for many years. Most of the people I know who are covered in brands and bling don't make too much more than I do (and we're pretty solidly middle class).

Its AMAZING how not-show-offy truly rich people actually are. You know they are rich because of all their other expenses such as property in an expensive neighborhood; multiple international trips abroad; cotillion etc.

+1

Anyone who claims to be the "millionaire next door" clearly is not. Rich people don't talk about money, or act like pompous asses - it is the posers that do that. RUN!

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Anonymous wrote:The wealthiest people I know dress very simply and tend to go for the natural look in hair, nails and makeup. They drive nice, but older cars. They also have nice handbags (Chloe, Chanel, YSL) that look fairly plain on the outside, but the bags aren't brand new as they tend to wear them for many years. Most of the people I know who are covered in brands and bling don't make too much more than I do (and we're pretty solidly middle class).

Its AMAZING how not-show-offy truly rich people actually are. You know they are rich because of all their other expenses such as property in an expensive neighborhood; multiple international trips abroad; cotillion etc.

+1

Anyone who claims to be the "millionaire next door" clearly is not. Rich people don't talk about money, or act like pompous asses - it is the posers that do that. RUN!

How did this thread get so far off? This woman asked for a nice, put-together, "rich" look - quality - elegance - not being a pompous ass. there was no discussion of money at all. but OK. Cool. Whatever.

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Anonymous wrote:The wealthiest people I know dress very simply and tend to go for the natural look in hair, nails and makeup. They drive nice, but older cars. They also have nice handbags (Chloe, Chanel, YSL) that look fairly plain on the outside, but the bags aren't brand new as they tend to wear them for many years. Most of the people I know who are covered in brands and bling don't make too much more than I do (and we're pretty solidly middle class).

Its AMAZING how not-show-offy truly rich people actually are. You know they are rich because of all their other expenses such as property in an expensive neighborhood; multiple international trips abroad; cotillion etc.

+1

Anyone who claims to be the "millionaire next door" clearly is not. Rich people don't talk about money, or act like pompous asses - it is the posers that do that. RUN!

This is true.

The truly rich families I know are the nicest most polite people and low key people you'd ever meet. They drive old Subarus and wear 10 year old perfectly kept Ann Taylor sheath dresses. They never talk about money except when they're gushing about a cheap bargain they've found. Presents for their kids are simple and educational. The truly rich will never give their 5 year old an ipad for his birthday. Their 12 year old daughter will wear their nieces hand me downs and her mother's well kept old leather boots. They are super thrifty.

However, appearance wise they also do NOT dress sloppy. They will look put together and will wear high quality stuff. Only it won't have a tory burch logo all over it.

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Anonymous wrote:The wealthiest people I know dress very simply and tend to go for the natural look in hair, nails and makeup. They drive nice, but older cars. They also have nice handbags (Chloe, Chanel, YSL) that look fairly plain on the outside, but the bags aren't brand new as they tend to wear them for many years. Most of the people I know who are covered in brands and bling don't make too much more than I do (and we're pretty solidly middle class).

Its AMAZING how not-show-offy truly rich people actually are. You know they are rich because of all their other expenses such as property in an expensive neighborhood; multiple international trips abroad; cotillion etc.

+1

Anyone who claims to be the "millionaire next door" clearly is not. Rich people don't talk about money, or act like pompous asses - it is the posers that do that. RUN!

This is true.

The truly rich families I know are the nicest most polite people and low key people you'd ever meet. They drive old Subarus and wear 10 year old perfectly kept Ann Taylor sheath dresses. They never talk about money except when they're gushing about a cheap bargain they've found. Presents for their kids are simple and educational. The truly rich will never give their 5 year old an ipad for his birthday. Their 12 year old daughter will wear their nieces hand me downs and her mother's well kept old leather boots. They are super thrifty.

However, appearance wise they also do NOT dress sloppy. They will look put together and will wear high quality stuff. Only it won't have a tory burch logo all over it.

+1

ITA. I have seen the TB b*tches. It ain't so pretty, after all.

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Anonymous wrote:The wealthiest people I know dress very simply and tend to go for the natural look in hair, nails and makeup. They drive nice, but older cars. They also have nice handbags (Chloe, Chanel, YSL) that look fairly plain on the outside, but the bags aren't brand new as they tend to wear them for many years. Most of the people I know who are covered in brands and bling don't make too much more than I do (and we're pretty solidly middle class).

Its AMAZING how not-show-offy truly rich people actually are. You know they are rich because of all their other expenses such as property in an expensive neighborhood; multiple international trips abroad; cotillion etc.

+1

Anyone who claims to be the "millionaire next door" clearly is not. Rich people don't talk about money, or act like pompous asses - it is the posers that do that. RUN!

This is true.

The truly rich families I know are the nicest most polite people and low key people you'd ever meet. They drive old Subarus and wear 10 year old perfectly kept Ann Taylor sheath dresses. They never talk about money except when they're gushing about a cheap bargain they've found. Presents for their kids are simple and educational. The truly rich will never give their 5 year old an ipad for his birthday. Their 12 year old daughter will wear their nieces hand me downs and her mother's well kept old leather boots. They are super thrifty.

However, appearance wise they also do NOT dress sloppy. They will look put together and will wear high quality stuff. Only it won't have a tory burch logo all over it.

Just curious, how rich is "truly rich" in your opinion?

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Anonymous wrote:I think I can help, OP. And I don't think your question is odd or trying to be something you are not. I get it. I also will tell you, you don't have to spend outrageous amounts of money to get the look I think you are going for.

Sheath Dresses: Good if slim body build- Anne Taylor is fine sometimes, but Theory is great. Max Mara if you really want to spend the money. Strangely, Limited has some nice sheath dresses in the fall and winter.

Trench: A must have. Black, Tan, or Navy is best for a classic look. If you want to spend-- Burberry is the classic. Thigh length. Otherwise, Banana Republic, and JCREW often have very decent trench coats.

Ballet Flats: Fine but frumpy on a lot of legs. I would go for a classic wedge in the summer and if a ballet flat try to find one with a bit of a wedge type heel (Cole Haan Nike)

Boots: Nice riding and under jean boots. Cognac color or dark rich brown.

Jeans: Slim cut, not necessarily skinny. Darker wash. Get professionally hemmed if you need to and have them keep the stitching at the bottom.

Blouses: A go to. Range from Tory Burch, to Jcrew, to Lilly, to Theory. Silk or all cotton. Fit key. Sometimes flowy is good with white denim and wedges, sometimes a slimmer cut button down with slim dark jeans is a great look

Jackets: 1-2 exceptionally well fitting (get tailored) blazer type jackets. Max Mara, JCrew, etc. I would get a navy one and something fun.

Barbour Jacket - may be too "country" for you, but a nice look that a lot of women like.

Cashmere long sweaters or vneck. Rarely crew neck. Wear nice blouse with sharp collar underneath or nothing and a simply necklace (diamond like small pendant or similar). Long cozy ones but slim cut not big an bulky with a very well fitting tee underneath in black, white, or grey.

Wrap over coat in wool. Max Mara

Dresses: Jude Connally for summer. Lilly fine too. Or simple white or tan linen from Theory or similar.

Jewelry: minimal. Studs, nice watch, not too crazy ring, simple necklace.

Nails. Short and clear or very light polish. Brownish color ok in the fall/winter

Bag: There are a lot of good bags out there around 3-400. I recommend strongly against the big logo thing. You can get a Yves Saint Laurent muse, which is now not an "it" bag but a classic on line for about 400. Downtown Bag by YSL nice too and can get on line (try the real real) for a decent price. For casual Marc Jacobs, there are also some nicer bags in the Marc Jacobs line. No Louis Vuitton please, or Gucci that is with logo all over. Simple suede Gucci that is not screaming Gucci is fine. Chloe bag would be great but expensive. Celine same. If money is an issues, try Rebecca Minkoff nice used. Again Real Real or PoshMark are good sources.

Bathing suit: Simple black or navy bikini if you can pull it off or one piece. White if you really have a great body. Havianas (flip flops) or Jack Rogers cute for beach/pool

Patagonia down jacket/sweater jacket

Hope this helps! Obviously this is a pretty basic lists and in some ways not that much "fun" so of course incorporate your personality. I like to mix colors a lot of people wouldn't wear together and I like scarves in the winter. I also love a good funky sundress.

Have fun!

These are all terrific suggestions. I would also suggest Brooks Brothers. It is classic and their clothes are really well-made and stand up year after year.

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Anonymous wrote:The wealthiest people I know dress very simply and tend to go for the natural look in hair, nails and makeup. They drive nice, but older cars. They also have nice handbags (Chloe, Chanel, YSL) that look fairly plain on the outside, but the bags aren't brand new as they tend to wear them for many years. Most of the people I know who are covered in brands and bling don't make too much more than I do (and we're pretty solidly middle class).

Its AMAZING how not-show-offy truly rich people actually are. You know they are rich because of all their other expenses such as property in an expensive neighborhood; multiple international trips abroad; cotillion etc.

+1

Anyone who claims to be the "millionaire next door" clearly is not. Rich people don't talk about money, or act like pompous asses - it is the posers that do that. RUN!

This is true.

The truly rich families I know are the nicest most polite people and low key people you'd ever meet. They drive old Subarus and wear 10 year old perfectly kept Ann Taylor sheath dresses. They never talk about money except when they're gushing about a cheap bargain they've found. Presents for their kids are simple and educational. The truly rich will never give their 5 year old an ipad for his birthday. Their 12 year old daughter will wear their nieces hand me downs and her mother's well kept old leather boots. They are super thrifty.

However, appearance wise they also do NOT dress sloppy. They will look put together and will wear high quality stuff. Only it won't have a tory burch logo all over it.

Just curious, how rich is "truly rich" in your opinion?

Hmmm...


I'm guessing able to come up with 30 million in less than a week, without selling property.

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Anonymous wrote:The wealthiest people I know dress very simply and tend to go for the natural look in hair, nails and makeup. They drive nice, but older cars. They also have nice handbags (Chloe, Chanel, YSL) that look fairly plain on the outside, but the bags aren't brand new as they tend to wear them for many years. Most of the people I know who are covered in brands and bling don't make too much more than I do (and we're pretty solidly middle class).

Its AMAZING how not-show-offy truly rich people actually are. You know they are rich because of all their other expenses such as property in an expensive neighborhood; multiple international trips abroad; cotillion etc.

+1

Anyone who claims to be the "millionaire next door" clearly is not. Rich people don't talk about money, or act like pompous asses - it is the posers that do that. RUN!

This is true.

The truly rich families I know are the nicest most polite people and low key people you'd ever meet. They drive old Subarus and wear 10 year old perfectly kept Ann Taylor sheath dresses. They never talk about money except when they're gushing about a cheap bargain they've found. Presents for their kids are simple and educational. The truly rich will never give their 5 year old an ipad for his birthday. Their 12 year old daughter will wear their nieces hand me downs and her mother's well kept old leather boots. They are super thrifty.

However, appearance wise they also do NOT dress sloppy. They will look put together and will wear high quality stuff. Only it won't have a tory burch logo all over it.

Just curious, how rich is "truly rich" in your opinion?

Hmmm...


I'm guessing able to come up with 30 million in less than a week, without selling property.

Holy crap! That is rich rich. Very unusual for DC.

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Anonymous wrote:The wealthiest people I know dress very simply and tend to go for the natural look in hair, nails and makeup. They drive nice, but older cars. They also have nice handbags (Chloe, Chanel, YSL) that look fairly plain on the outside, but the bags aren't brand new as they tend to wear them for many years. Most of the people I know who are covered in brands and bling don't make too much more than I do (and we're pretty solidly middle class).

Its AMAZING how not-show-offy truly rich people actually are. You know they are rich because of all their other expenses such as property in an expensive neighborhood; multiple international trips abroad; cotillion etc.

+1

Anyone who claims to be the "millionaire next door" clearly is not. Rich people don't talk about money, or act like pompous asses - it is the posers that do that. RUN!

This is true.

The truly rich families I know are the nicest most polite people and low key people you'd ever meet. They drive old Subarus and wear 10 year old perfectly kept Ann Taylor sheath dresses. They never talk about money except when they're gushing about a cheap bargain they've found. Presents for their kids are simple and educational. The truly rich will never give their 5 year old an ipad for his birthday. Their 12 year old daughter will wear their nieces hand me downs and her mother's well kept old leather boots. They are super thrifty.

However, appearance wise they also do NOT dress sloppy. They will look put together and will wear high quality stuff. Only it won't have a tory burch logo all over it.

Just curious, how rich is "truly rich" in your opinion?

Hmmm...


I'm guessing able to come up with 30 million in less than a week, without selling property.

Holy crap! That is rich rich. Very unusual for DC.

So here's a similar question, but how much is "Tory Burch"-girl rich, in people's opinions?

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Anonymous wrote:The wealthiest people I know dress very simply and tend to go for the natural look in hair, nails and makeup. They drive nice, but older cars. They also have nice handbags (Chloe, Chanel, YSL) that look fairly plain on the outside, but the bags aren't brand new as they tend to wear them for many years. Most of the people I know who are covered in brands and bling don't make too much more than I do (and we're pretty solidly middle class).

Its AMAZING how not-show-offy truly rich people actually are. You know they are rich because of all their other expenses such as property in an expensive neighborhood; multiple international trips abroad; cotillion etc.

+1

Anyone who claims to be the "millionaire next door" clearly is not. Rich people don't talk about money, or act like pompous asses - it is the posers that do that. RUN!

This is true.

The truly rich families I know are the nicest most polite people and low key people you'd ever meet. They drive old Subarus and wear 10 year old perfectly kept Ann Taylor sheath dresses. They never talk about money except when they're gushing about a cheap bargain they've found. Presents for their kids are simple and educational. The truly rich will never give their 5 year old an ipad for his birthday. Their 12 year old daughter will wear their nieces hand me downs and her mother's well kept old leather boots. They are super thrifty.

However, appearance wise they also do NOT dress sloppy. They will look put together and will wear high quality stuff. Only it won't have a tory burch logo all over it.

Just curious, how rich is "truly rich" in your opinion?

Hmmm...


I'm guessing able to come up with 30 million in less than a week, without selling property.

Holy crap! That is rich rich. Very unusual for DC.

So here's a similar question, but how much is "Tory Burch"-girl rich, in people's opinions?

Makes $75k, which she blows on mani/peds, lunches, lattes. Her parents help her with her car payment and condo building's maintenance fee.

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Anonymous wrote:The wealthiest people I know dress very simply and tend to go for the natural look in hair, nails and makeup. They drive nice, but older cars. They also have nice handbags (Chloe, Chanel, YSL) that look fairly plain on the outside, but the bags aren't brand new as they tend to wear them for many years. Most of the people I know who are covered in brands and bling don't make too much more than I do (and we're pretty solidly middle class).

Its AMAZING how not-show-offy truly rich people actually are. You know they are rich because of all their other expenses such as property in an expensive neighborhood; multiple international trips abroad; cotillion etc.

+1

Anyone who claims to be the "millionaire next door" clearly is not. Rich people don't talk about money, or act like pompous asses - it is the posers that do that. RUN!

This is true.

The truly rich families I know are the nicest most polite people and low key people you'd ever meet. They drive old Subarus and wear 10 year old perfectly kept Ann Taylor sheath dresses. They never talk about money except when they're gushing about a cheap bargain they've found. Presents for their kids are simple and educational. The truly rich will never give their 5 year old an ipad for his birthday. Their 12 year old daughter will wear their nieces hand me downs and her mother's well kept old leather boots. They are super thrifty.

However, appearance wise they also do NOT dress sloppy. They will look put together and will wear high quality stuff. Only it won't have a tory burch logo all over it.

Just curious, how rich is "truly rich" in your opinion?

Hmmm...


I'm guessing able to come up with 30 million in less than a week, without selling property.

Holy crap! That is rich rich. Very unusual for DC.

So here's a similar question, but how much is "Tory Burch"-girl rich, in people's opinions?

Makes $75k, which she blows on mani/peds, lunches, lattes. Her parents help her with her car payment and condo building's maintenance fee.

$75K?! You're being very generous to the Tory Burch wearing crowd. In this area, I'd say she makes $50K, is obsessed with The Bachelor, slams back orange crushes at happy hour in Clarendon, and thinks attending the annual sham fundraisers (Walk This Way / Gold Cup) make her an area A-lister.

[Anonymous]

Really like the info., but please fully fund your 401-k and pre-pay your rent/mortgage for two months and have all credit card debit paid before you buy these expensive things.

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Anonymous wrote:The wealthiest people I know dress very simply and tend to go for the natural look in hair, nails and makeup. They drive nice, but older cars. They also have nice handbags (Chloe, Chanel, YSL) that look fairly plain on the outside, but the bags aren't brand new as they tend to wear them for many years. Most of the people I know who are covered in brands and bling don't make too much more than I do (and we're pretty solidly middle class).

Its AMAZING how not-show-offy truly rich people actually are. You know they are rich because of all their other expenses such as property in an expensive neighborhood; multiple international trips abroad; cotillion etc.

+1

Anyone who claims to be the "millionaire next door" clearly is not. Rich people don't talk about money, or act like pompous asses - it is the posers that do that. RUN!

This is true.

The truly rich families I know are the nicest most polite people and low key people you'd ever meet. They drive old Subarus and wear 10 year old perfectly kept Ann Taylor sheath dresses. They never talk about money except when they're gushing about a cheap bargain they've found. Presents for their kids are simple and educational. The truly rich will never give their 5 year old an ipad for his birthday. Their 12 year old daughter will wear their nieces hand me downs and her mother's well kept old leather boots. They are super thrifty.

However, appearance wise they also do NOT dress sloppy. They will look put together and will wear high quality stuff. Only it won't have a tory burch logo all over it.

Bullshit.

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Anonymous wrote:The wealthiest people I know dress very simply and tend to go for the natural look in hair, nails and makeup. They drive nice, but older cars. They also have nice handbags (Chloe, Chanel, YSL) that look fairly plain on the outside, but the bags aren't brand new as they tend to wear them for many years. Most of the people I know who are covered in brands and bling don't make too much more than I do (and we're pretty solidly middle class).

Its AMAZING how not-show-offy truly rich people actually are. You know they are rich because of all their other expenses such as property in an expensive neighborhood; multiple international trips abroad; cotillion etc.

+1

Anyone who claims to be the "millionaire next door" clearly is not. Rich people don't talk about money, or act like pompous asses - it is the posers that do that. RUN!

This is true.

The truly rich families I know are the nicest most polite people and low key people you'd ever meet. They drive old Subarus and wear 10 year old perfectly kept Ann Taylor sheath dresses. They never talk about money except when they're gushing about a cheap bargain they've found. Presents for their kids are simple and educational. The truly rich will never give their 5 year old an ipad for his birthday. Their 12 year old daughter will wear their nieces hand me downs and her mother's well kept old leather boots. They are super thrifty.

However, appearance wise they also do NOT dress sloppy. They will look put together and will wear high quality stuff. Only it won't have a tory burch logo all over it.

Just curious, how rich is "truly rich" in your opinion?

Hmmm...


I'm guessing able to come up with 30 million in less than a week, without selling property.

Holy crap! That is rich rich. Very unusual for DC.

So here's a similar question, but how much is "Tory Burch"-girl rich, in people's opinions?

Makes $75k, which she blows on mani/peds, lunches, lattes. Her parents help her with her car payment and condo building's maintenance fee.

$75K?! You're being very generous to the Tory Burch wearing crowd. In this area, I'd say she makes $50K, is obsessed with The Bachelor, slams back orange crushes at happy hour in Clarendon, and thinks attending the annual sham fundraisers (Walk This Way / Gold Cup) make her an area A-lister.

At $50k, she'd be reduced to being a sugar baby to some DC developer.