Born from 2022's coastal granny trend and 2023's quiet luxury boom, this year's latest “core” is quite the departure. Yes, the Mob Wives aesthetic that's taking TikTok, and celebrity wardrobes by storm, is all about getting noticed, whether it's flashy statement jewelry, luxurious fur outerwear, or flashy and proud designer logos. That's it. And considering the dominant looks in ensembles this winter, it's no surprise that Mob Wives' reach extends to home decor.
“The moniker 'the yakuza's wife aesthetic' humorously encompasses the supposed maximalist tastes that have suggested flamboyant extravagance throughout human history, reaching their apogee at the court of the Sun King at Versailles. ,” says Isabelle Duverne-Malvaise, co-founder of the furniture retailer. An invisible collection. “Imagine having the most, the best, the rarest, the most unavailable, and the most expensive accumulated all at once.”
Hannah Miller, founder and principal designer of Hannah Lacey Interiors, agrees with this idea, saying that integrating luxurious, bold design elements that can create a luxurious, high-end ambiance is a great way to create a luxurious, high-end atmosphere. Carmela Soprano and Ginger McKenna are said to be the most important to convey. “Examples of the gangster's wife aesthetic include leather, velvet, and wool-covered furniture, animal-print rugs, brass hardware and framed mirrors, crystal and glass light fixtures, and even trim on pillows and window treatments. or even adding fringe or tassels.”
If you're ready to embrace the trend in a more unexpected way, or if you're not yet ready to apply it to your wardrobe, sprinkle your living space with Yakuza Wife elements and see how it looks. Make sure it fits. Get a head start by shopping our recommended products below.
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