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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quiet luxury

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

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

Those who have traveled over Europe will certainly appreciate the quiet luxury of an American steamer; and this first introduction to American scenery will always charm the tourist from other lands.

From The Hudson Three Centuries of History, Romance and Invention by Wallace Bruce

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