So many aesthetic trends have taken social media by storm: cottagecore, Barbiecore, mermaidcore, gorpcore. I could go on and on. But the one aesthetic trend I see dominating my TikTok and Instagram feeds most is “old money.”
This aesthetic is all about a classic, slightly preppy sense of style. Think Princess Diana, Blair Waldorf, Ralph Lauren, tennis clubs, and uptown New York. It’s a look that’s all about quiet luxury. And I’ve decided—after lots of research—that this summer I’m going to give it a shot.
I mean, why not? I look great in tweed. And if I swap out my hoop earrings for pearls and my pumps for Mary Janes, I’m already halfway there. Of course, there are a few key pieces that every closet built around the “old-money” aesthetic has: a tweed jacket, a tennis skirt, white linen pants, and, of course, a striped sweater that just screams, “I’m on my way to the Hamptons.”
Lucky for you, I took a deep dive through all my favorite retailers to find pieces that matched the “old-money” aesthetic I’m going for. Keep scrolling to see which ones I can’t wait to wear.
I’ve never tried a tweed jacket, but this one seems so me.
Catch me in South Hampton wearing a minidress with this sweater tied over my shoulders.
I absolutely need this two-piece set.
I love the flower detail on this blazer. It’s perfect for spring.
This Gucci bag is one of the most “old-money” bags out there.
Major Princess Diana vibes.
The linen pants of my dreams.
It doesn’t get much preppier than this.
I love a matching set.
Snag the matching blazer for a look that screams “old money.”
I want to be in the Hamptons wearing this hat and a white linen outfit with a glass of rosé in my hands.
This windbreaker is the perfect option for a casual “old-money” look.
For those cool summer nights when you need a light sweater.
Perfect for brunch.
Tennis anyone?
A classic.
I don’t normally wear headbands, but I’d give this one a try.
