Quiet luxury, also known as “hidden wealth,” is one of the latest trends taking the fashion world by storm — and now it's making its way into the home realm.
The minimalist aesthetic can be summed up with the phrase “money talks, wealth whispers.” Quiet luxury replaces ostentatious displays with understated luxury staples, eschewing the flashy accents and logo prints typically associated with the upper class.
While Gwyneth Paltrow projected quiet luxury during her trial over a skiing accident earlier this year, the dour characters in “Succession” wore understated but pricey staples from brands like Ralph Lauren, Max Mara and Loro Piana.
The versatility of quiet luxury is easy to incorporate into interior design, and here, WWD explains how to bring this trend into your home.
Color Palette
Rather than opting for bold hues, focus on neutral tones like taupe and beige, and balance them with lighter hues like white and cream. Darker tones like navy, olive green, brown, grey and black are also synonymous with a muted, luxurious feel.
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texture
Embracing comfort is a key aspect of quiet luxury. Feel-good fabrics like linen, velvet, and shearling can be incorporated into your upholstery, curtains, and bedding. Adding a few knitted blankets to your bedroom or living space can also be a great way to add a little extra flair.
For solid surfaces, we recommend stone and wood finishes. Textures such as marble, travertine, oak and wood can modernize any space while referencing classic aspects of design.
furniture
Nothing embodies quiet luxury quite like a quality investment piece. Don't succumb to current trends, look for furniture that will stand the test of time. Crisp, clean lines are the focus of this aesthetic, so skip the loud accents – ie gold leaf or baroque moldings.
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Decoration
Quiet luxury interiors, like other aesthetic elements, emphasize simplicity. Opt for simple abstract prints covering the walls and accent cushions with minimalist patterns. To enhance comfort, choose soft lighting.
brand
Retailers like Restoration Hardware, CB2, and West Elm offer plenty of furniture and decor items that align with the quiet luxury trend, and if you're looking to create a quiet luxury atmosphere on a budget, Zara and H&M's home lines offer simple yet sophisticated decor pieces at affordable prices.
Vintage pieces are also great for creating a sense of quiet luxury, so look for midcentury modern or postmodern styles for a sophisticated look.
