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Emirates Woman
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Emirates Woman
The resurgence of old money style: A complete guide to its history and how to wear it
There is something undeniably magnetic about the way old money dresses—an effortless sophistication that whispers rather than shouts. This aesthetic, once the exclusive domain of generational wealth, has found an unlikely new audience: Gen Z. On TikTok, the hashtag #OldMoney has amassed over 2.5 billion views, with related tags like #OldMoneyAesthetic and #OldMoneyOutfits pulling in nearly a billion more. But this is not merely a fascination with wealth. It is a cultural shift, a rejection of excess in favor of restraint, and a longing for permanence in an era of disposable trends. To understand why this style resonates so deeply today, we must first trace its origins. The roots of old money dressing stretch back centuries, to the aristocratic circles of Europe where clothing was less about fashion and more about legacy. Families like the Rothschilds and the Windsors built wardrobes designed to last—Savile Row suits, cashmere sweaters softened by decades of wear, pearls passed down through generations. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bally (@bally) Their style was never loud; it was deliberate, understated, and above all, enduring. Across the Atlantic, American dynasties like the Rockefellers and the Kennedys adopted a similar approach. Think of Jackie Kennedy's pillbox hats, JFK's perfectly rumpled polo shirts, or the quiet glamour of Grace Kelly. These were not outfits assembled for a season but for a lifetime. What makes this aesthetic so compelling now is not just its association with wealth but its inherent rejection of modern fashion's excesses. In an age of fast fashion and viral micro-trends, the old money ethos offers an antidote: quality over quantity, subtlety over spectacle, timelessness over transience. The rise of 'quiet luxury' in pop culture, from the understated power dressing in Succession to Sofia Richie's wedding wardrobe has only amplified its appeal. This is not about flaunting wealth but embodying a quieter, more assured kind of elegance. Economic uncertainty has also played a role in this shift. With inflation and housing crises making traditional markers of success feel increasingly out of reach, Gen Z has turned to style as a form of aspirational expression. Unable to buy into the old money lifestyle, they are embracing its aesthetic, often through secondhand and vintage finds. View this post on Instagram A post shared by LOEWE (@loewe) The principles of old money style are deceptively simple. Fabric is paramount. Wool, silk, cashmere, and linen, nothing synthetic or fleeting. The color palette leans on neutrals: creams, navy, camel, and black, ensuring every piece can be worn interchangeably. Tailoring is non-negotiable; even the most basic white shirt looks elevated when it fits perfectly. Logos are absent, because true luxury does not need to announce itself. And perhaps most tellingly, the real old money move is shopping as if your wardrobe is already an heirloom—opting for vintage, secondhand, and pieces that will outlast trends. Swipe for finds that nail the 'old money' aesthetic The true power of this style lies in its accessibility. You don't need a trust fund to dress with intention—you just need to understand that real luxury isn't about what you spend, but how you choose. And in that sense, the old money aesthetic might be the most democratic form of luxury we have left. – For more on how to look smart and live smarter, follow Emirates Man on Facebook and Instagram Images: Supplied & Featured Image: Pinterest
News.com.au
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
It is hoped a special screening of the Darby McCarthy documentary ‘In a Life Time' will spark renewed interest in the film
Director David Waddington hopes a special screening of the highly anticipated Darby McCarthy documentary 'In a Life Time' in outback Queensland this week will spark renewed interest in the project which desperately needs an injection of funding. A director's cut of the film will screen in the 30-seat Railway Cinema in Cunnamulla, where the Indigenous trailblazing jockey was born, on Tuesday (fully booked) and Wednesday night. Waddington and producer Chris O'Reilly are about $94,000 short of the $200,000 needed to make the film which tells the extraordinary tale of the late, great McCarthy, who rode more than 1000 winners around the world. 'This is not the final version of Darby's story,' Waddington said about the director's cut being screened in Cunnamulla, about 750km west of Brisbane. 'I'm calling it a biopic. We've still got re-enactments that we need to shoot and we need funding to do that. 'The time frame (to finish the film) has gone out the window so many times. It's so demoralising, I can tell you. 'It's all the people that are involved and put in their time and effort - actors, technicians, whatever - and it's been a very difficult road to be on. 'We haven't got any money from Queensland in the production, except for Racing Queensland who were the first cab off the rank. 'The reason the screening is happening at Cunnamulla is because Darby was born there and rode his first winner as a jockey at age 10 at Thargomindah, which is up the track a bit. 'I'm hoping something comes from this (in terms of funding for the film) because it's such a positive story. 'I've been making films my whole life and this particular film is all about becoming something from nothing which Darby did. He was an incredible human being. 'The story needs to be told and the only way to do that is what we're doing now.' Waddington said a prominent Indigenous organisation had offered $100,000 in writing to help fund the film but the money never materialised. 'I'm talking about a huge organisation,' he said. 'There's going to be a federal election (on Saturday) so there's still hope. 'Everyone who's out there now and the previous politicians, they all knew Darby one-on-one and he was highly regarded, not just for his riding ability but as an uneducated kid out of Cunnamulla who made it to the top.' McCarthy later moved to Brisbane to try his luck as a teenager and success came quickly for the Indigenous jockey, who eventually went to Europe where he rode for the Rothschilds and mixed with Hollywood royalty, including Frank Sinatra, Mia Farrow and Lee Marvin. He won the 1969 AJC Derby and the Epsom on the same day in Sydney and rode in three Melbourne Cups. McCarthy died in May 2020 at age 76. He was inducted into Queensland Racing's Hall of Fame in 2004 and was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia in 2016 for his services to racing and his work with Indigenous youth.
