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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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In recent months, artsy shots of glossy naked nails have been flooding social media and taking over fashion runways and red carpets, which some are viewing as the latest symbol of "quiet luxury".

From BBC ● Sep. 25, 2026

The classic cuts project a quiet luxury vibe along the lines of Loro Piana or Zegna.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026

Their wardrobes are more subtle, yet show that there are different strata in the quiet luxury landscape.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 9, 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

He liked the quiet luxury of that great hostelry.

From Poor Man's Rock by Frank Tenney Johnson

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