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quiet luxury

American  
[kwahy-it luhk-sher-ee, luhg-zher-] / ˈkwaɪ ɪt ˈlʌk ʃər i, ˈlʌg ʒər- /

noun

  1. consumption of expensive, tasteful, high-quality products in an unobtrusive way, focusing on comfort and curating a personal style rather than on flaunting high-profile brands.


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Top costumers explain how casual chic, on-trend office wear and quiet luxury are reshaping parental fashion.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 22, 2026

The king of quiet luxury critiques tech-driven burnout, preaches humility among the wealthy and explains why he remains deeply hopeful about humanity.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 8, 2026

The enthusiasm also reflects a loss of interest in "workwear" or "quiet luxury", trends that have dominated menswear for years with their simple and often monochrome fabrics.

From Barron's Jan. 22, 2026

It’s what some might call the edible version of quiet luxury: rich, yes, but never flashy.

From Salon Oct. 18, 2025

He liked the quiet luxury of that great hostelry.

From Poor Man's Rock by Frank Tenney Johnson

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