Dressing "old money"? Watch this

Don't dress for high status, hoping someone will notice.
#motivation #businessowner #smallbusinessowner #entrepreneur #entrepreneurlife #nicholascrown

[@leonquirke]

Dressing old money means not buying labels, “old money” is understated

[@klovor]

not like you can’t find any color of polo button up at good will or platos for less than 10 bucks it’s not even expensive.

[@nothingnothings2264]

​@@klovor yeah but those polos are uncomfortable and will look like shit after a few washes. Rich people may dress in normal looking clothes but they arnt cheap or Cheaply made $$$

[@klovor]

@@nothingnothings2264 you’re saying polo ralph lauren shirts aren’t good quality? the fuck are you smoking

[@bobfg3130]

Yes, they have their clothes made to order.

[@sharinglungs3226]

I love it when poor people tell you what old money people do.

[@gardencub]

Being raised by “old money” grandparents, we dressed in simple, quality, timeless clothes that “wore like iron” and could be let out or taken in as needed. Fewer, better made but unremarkable clothes paired with great great grandmother’s pearls or your grandfather’s watch took you anywhere. Trends might be observed in swim trunks or a tie. As clothes depreciate you wanted them to last as long as possible so you weren’t throwing more money away every year.

[@justincremdf]

This is it!

[@saltymonke3682]

Yeah, he doesn't get it

[@muhkula]

I think he has the same point. Don't buy things that decrease in value, don't try to lift your status by seeking other people's attention. I used to be a lot with rich people and they dress casually, you wouldn't really notice that they are 2-10x more expensive but last for a damn lifetime and also feel pleasant on you. Clothes are one of the first things you should consider after your own health, food and exercise.

[@saltymonke3682]

Not really, rich people buys quality. It means Loro Piana and logo-less high end brand.

[@choreomaniac]

Yea. Very confusing message. Dressing “old money” means dressing in high quality clothing that will last for years or even decades. It means wearing your grandfathers tweeds and hunting with his fathers shotgun. New money wears fast fashion some gaudy labels.

[@saltymonke3682]

@@choreomaniac exactly

[@jeffreybuffkin9108]

Most watches don’t go up in price. There’s a high degree of speculation if you delude yourself into thinking it’s an “investment.”

[@NicholasCrownYouTube]

True - I shouldn’t have made that as a blanket statement. But you know, 17 seconds is all I get sometimes 😉

[@carolegoossens6277]

The idea is that you better buy a Rolex than a “designer” hoodie. Rare watches are always a good investment if you can buy them at store price. But you have to know the right people to be able to do that. Some watches are a true investment piece. No speculation at all. IMO 😅

[@Dantai]

@@carolegoossens6277 Wrist: Rolex Outfit: Costco - fuck it

[@thomasthomasthomas296]

@@Dantaimost outfits i wear don't cost more than $200 lol and most of that is my shoes. I don't currently wear a watch, but I'd be happy with a casio watch. I don't like clunky things.

[@psyckwhoever4197]

I don't know much about clothing and accessories (like watches) in general, but I'm quite sure that some clothes or other accessories can also raise in value over time 🤔

[@ark194]

Other ppl: It’s da shoes. Crown: It’s the watch.

[@NicholasCrownYouTube]

😜

[@thomasthomasthomas296]

I'd be fine with a casio watch lol

[@ark194]

@@thomasthomasthomas296 my Garmin is ancient lol

[@WJWeber]

@@thomasthomasthomas296 from osama to Obama. It is a classic piece to wear

[@kungfoochicken08]

@@WJWeber Casio is God-tier

[@johnnyskehan1266]

Bought some high quality clothes about 15 years, suits, blazers, shirts. Still wear them and I couldn't give a feck if they are in fashion or not. 😅 Works for me. Patek Philippe is in my opinion the best time piece, understated and elegant. Can't stand that R branded watch, you know the one. Wouldn't take one for free. 😂

[@notmyname3883]

I'm with you. I guess I'm just getting older now, cause I don't give a rip about the "kids" dressing style nowadays either. And all the blacques think Kevin Samuels was a snazzy dresser! He looked like a CLOWN, his suit sleeves were TOO SHORT, too much cuff showing, his pants too tight and too short, and all-in-all it was all too tight. And his accessories garish. The trend today is narrow lapels and skinny ties again, as it was in, what, 1983? I hated it then and I hate it now. I'll stick with my Oxxford, Brooks Brothers, Armani, BOSS, etc. IN WOOL, SILK and cashmere. They are TIMELESS and BEAUTIFUL.

[@charlesthomas135]

Millionaires buy tons of depreciating assets. Not everything is an investment.

[@talbjr]

Literally, im blessed enough to have a circle of people of "wealth " and they buy all sorts of random shit, from sport cars to clothes and I mean a lot of clothes lmao

[@TheRepublicOfJohn]

Me: my $12 Casio: we in the money homie

[@boopdoop2251]

Read The Millionaire Next Door. Though it’s an older book now, it will tell you all you need to know about how the truly rich actually live, not how people who want you to believe they’re rich act on social media.

[@lucflynn]

So true. Ever really rich person ive ever met, loves bargain hunting and saving any dollar they can where they can, so they can spend on things that matter, which isn't clothes and impressing other people.

[@LBJTV]

some rich people like the feel of cashmere and fine garments without the labels so clothes matter to people, if you wanna look like a bum that's ok too

[@sharinglungs3226]

That’s like slightly rich people. Real rich people value their time over money saved. They’re not out there wasting time penny pinching when they know how much their time is worth.

[@lucflynn]

@@sharinglungs3226 this is not true. Rich people stay and get rich because they know the value of a dollar. Throwing dollars away on overpriced crap is what poor people think rich people do.

[@mattconstancio7379]

@@lucflynn I hate to break it to you but that rich person you probably know isn’t actually rich, probably just another dork who saved a bunch of money to save for something. True wealthy people don’t save for something because they can buy everything they need without worrying on their bank account.😂

[@lucflynn]

@@mattconstancio7379 clearly you're not rich because you're missing the point completely.

[@weirdalfan37]

This underestimates the fine detail work that goes in to dressing in the modern collegiate/ivy/old money style. "Old money" as a costume in the current trend cycle sticks out like a sore thumb as someone who is trying too hard, but don't pretend that the wealthy don't communicate through fashion (EVERYONE does). For anyone who wants real advice that doesn't come from someone who has been steeped in the world so long that he doesn't see it, there are a few steps you should follow. 1) Quality and fitment. Don't buy what is in trend, focus on more timeless cornerstone pieces that have subdued small non logo details that allow you to stand out in the crowd of button ups with alterations made to ensure that you wear your clothes and that your clothes don't wear you. However, there is a line where you look TOO sharp (i.e glitsy detailing, clothes that are too sharply tailored and uncomfortable for daily wear, etc.). You want to make sure you actually wear these clothes enough to not look like a first year analyst who was taken to brooks brothers by his rich grandpa last week as a graduation present, so use the clothes as intended. 2) Clothes for a place, clothes for a time. Have outfits that match different occasions or activities. Understand your desired industry and observe the dress codes and limitations in different areas they hang out in. And I am not talking about guessing or going based off of pictures, I mean actually go to these places and observe. Does upper management wear golf clothes to the office? What do the new staff wear? What brand of vests do they wear in the fall? Is that because of a company activity culture or do they just hand them out for free? I could go on for hours, but stress the details and filter them down over time. If you think I am being over the top, remember that Nick went to Cornell. They implicitly teach you these guidelines through exposure that working class non ivy Americans don't have casual access to.

[@innerworksnyc9746]

This was very insightful. Thank you.

[@dr._breens_beard]

I follow the adam sandler/einstein method.. dress however tf i want and have multiples of the same shirt/jeans that are the most durable/comfortable for the least cost

[@MamaMilkBubbles]

"Old money" means to living comfortably and being wise with your finances (budgeting, investing, wearing what's comfortable on your body) . "New money" is living a lifestyle to impress everyone else (fancy clothes, overpriced car, unnecessary trips to post on social media). This is all great advice, though! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@kadencelionheart]

Finally!!! Someone to corroborate this point!! I'm sharing this post with 3 adult children! Thank you, sincerely!!!

[@MaximilianvonPinneberg]

Good advice. If you dress old-school and you don’t have the background you’ll be found out in 3 questions. 1) Where’s your family estate? 2) do you shoot and ride? 3) are you wealthy (this means overseas, land and artworks).

[@Yusuf-ep6yz]

i can appreciate a good suit, of course i’m young so the most expensive suit i own is probably $500. at that point i’m dressing to be the man i aim to be, and i’m watching myself slowly get closer and closer :)

[@EddieLifts]

They told me wearing a hat would ruin my sales, my American flag hat has made me more Sales than when I brush my hair😂

[@innerworksnyc9746]

I love this. Dress how you want to be addressed.

[@botanicalbiohacking6065]

He went to an elite boarding school. His parents were teachers. He’s the perfect bridge between middle and upper class culture and values

[@levong2935]

I remember watching a show where they said old expensive purses displayed branding on the inside. Why? Those that knew an expensive bag, didn't need you to show. Now every inch of bags is labeled or got a giant buckle/symbol of the logo.

[@johnrjcaouette]

The watch market is extremely inflated

[@bobfg3130]

Rich people do buy expensive clothes. Those clothes lose value although clothes lose value in general. Overall though they have most of their money invested in appreciating assets. Still reach people often don't make the best financial choices but they csn afford to make those mistakes.

[@muhammedahmed3291]

Funnily enough, this weird "old money" approach is just understated luxury. Plenty of celebrities do it now. Look at Drake or Kevin Hart's clothes - thousands of dollars but they look like a few hundred dollars max.

[@HEdits_]

Finally a rich person actually talking about what rich people are like. Regular people turns out.

[@user-iu4ci4ld3w]

The video before this one For me was literally about dressing all the money

[@Adoni3]

I just dress the way I like to. Blazer, button down, dress pants. But I buy the label that will last, not that will show status

[@chris8535]

Gonna disagree with you a bit here. I think the quiet luxury movement is pretty nice. I'm a guy that enjoys a wardrobe full of Brunello Cucinelli clothes. Does anyone know? No of course not, but I sure get to enjoy the feel of high quality cashmere! Meanwhile my A Lange and Patek -- eh they kinda hold their value by numbers, but when you go to sell reality is you are losing about 30 points on them.

[@underscore_tip]

I just like the aesthetic

[@dan4logic500]

Not all watches appreciate. It’s like trying to pick individual stocks you either have to be an expert in picking watches like me or you gotta get lucky

[@circesgrandmainomaha580]

When I delivered wsj in Boca Raton decades ago, I was almost always met by one of my customers at his driveway at 4:30 am-ish. He word a ball cap, a flannel shirt and worker's jeans, but his last name was DuPont. I learned old money doesn't flash, they go for what makes them comfortable.

[@Jollez]

That’s why I like rocking around in my $1000 fit. $20 shirt, $15 shorts, $100 shoes, $800 watch lol. Soon to be a sub 😉

[@georgemuhoro]

damn the point about when it goes into the washer was good, yeah ima stick to plain clothes

[@user-mf7pn1si6j]

I was born in very healthy “old money” Portuguese-Spanish family and I can assure we do not buy new clothes every week. A good “old money” piece of clothing is something that will last you years. Go for quality over quantity.

[@bluemousy2634]

I think the old money dressing tend is more about buying items of quality rather than a label

[@alishaseverance7075]

Back in the early 2000's i met steven king near his home in bangor. The guy pulled up in a ratty 1990's gray car torn jeans and an old t-shirt. Dont judge books by there covers.

[@notmyname3883]

You mean "Madge?" S/he has fully transitioned now.

[@alexgonzalezMI]

Instead of buying Amiri and Givenchy, save your money and buy a Rolex.

[@NicholasCrownYouTube]

You’re not wrong…

[@topteslastore5535]

If rich people didn’t buy luxury then LVMH and Chanel would be bancrupt - maybe the men don’t enjoy the labels but women love love love luxury items

[@AnonymousanonymousA]

Dude getting a heart attack from dealing with miami residents lol

[@novadino2]

Yea, and use a trustable tailor

[@michaelboyle9512]

I worked at a big multi million $ hotel through college. The owner would checkin occasionally. He wore standard single color tshirts and sweaters with holes in them. He wore the same pair of shoes and generally had a low concern of flashy fancy stuff. He was very interested in using plain uninteresting highly functional things in a very charasmatic way. He had billions of dollars and lived a frugal life of low income by choice.

[@saltymonke3682]

Because Americans, in europe, dressing more neat than that is the standard.

[@navyseal4000]

My understanding is a lot of them are trying to emulate the style of wealth rather than the status grabbing it can come with. E.g. choosing good button up shirts/suits/ties etc, not looking to get the gucci of polo shirts for the status

[@NicholasCrownYouTube]

It’s easier to dress like you’re rich than it is to actually get rich

[@Vanity-Man]

Buying decent, well made classic style clothes that will last you a long time, never go out of fashion and fit your style is good. Buying "old money" style clothes because it's a tiktok trend this summer is silly. I think there's blurred lines in this trend between the two, but I think it's one of the better trends as it puts classic, timeless pieces into the spotlight that aren't subject to the same fast fashion to landfill cycles.

[@saltymonke3682]

​​@@NicholasCrownKZbin they don't dress to look rich, they dress like an old school proper european manner. Logo-less, Durable, Simple, Fit, comfortable, elegant and timeless. Just like your suit or blazer. The price doesnt matter, the fit and aesthetic are. Make yourself presentable everywhere in any situation. Not to look trashy.

[@khalidalotaibi1072]

I hate when people treat everything in life based on their monetary value. If like somthing and have the means to acquire it, buy it. If you don’t, then don’t buy it for other people opinions. I like cars and food, so I spend my hard earned money on them. It’s that simple.

[@iamteuton4882]

Where's the "Rich vs Really rich on buying a watch"?

[@bransonwalter5588]

Watches are like houses. They go up until people start to cash them in. Congrats, you fell for a scam.

[@alexanderkraieski7661]

What about nice laptops? Sure it's a depreciating asset but need it to stay in the game in web dev, video editing, etc while running your email smoothly at all times. Intellectual property that you create is an asset.

[@notmyname3883]

what's your point? It's a CONSUMABLE, man. They simply don't count. It's like underwear. Nobody cares.

[@shannonzittlow8462]

Sam Walton wore a Timex watch and drove an old Ford pick up truck Because he had no one to empress

[@bigseksi5514]

I personally know three billionaires. One drives a Jeep. Another buys his clothes at the local mall. The other is so frugal you would never know he owns a multi-million dollar company. None of them own a car worth more than 100k.

[@Untranslate]

I'm a real-estate junky. So I dress for less at ross!

[@gtcam723]

Depends on the watch.

[@mariosementelli6338]

Love the content.

[@jackthebeanstalk3324]

Love my Raymond watch….Geneve!!!! I invest most of my money but hopefully it goes up in price lol

[@CG-ry9ne]

Cars are some of the fastest depreciating “assets” you can buy

[@FalconPunch22]

Thank you for at least confirming to me that a good time piece not a watch is not a depreciating liability but an asset

[@allisontrainer9950]

I love this content

[@robremini333]

Successful people are functional.

[@franciscocv1995]

I just want to dress up even casual no brand name just quality material and feel great. Fitted clothes and look my best because I feel my best

[@Usuvie]

If you wanna look fresh, look fresh. Your attire should be a descriptor of your outward displayed personality

[@nimmneun]

Dirt cheap Macy's Alfani crew and v-neck shirts in black, white and grey account for 70%+ of my shirts 😂 I just get 10-12 of each color every few years and be done with it. For suits I just get $200-$300 ones made of decent materials and have my trusted tailor adjust them for an extra $100. What can I say ... I'm cheap😅

[@apushyez2411]

When they say old money I don’t think they necessarily mean expensive bougie old school stuff, I think they just may be talking about a particular style of layering of clothes or specific types of clothes. But I’m gonna have to with the T-shirt and hoodie/sweater over that 9/10 with some comfortable pants

[@aaronoetting9129]

I think my man just likes watches

[@MKQO1]

old money is the classic style not the brand

[@korl0ch298]

Pretty sure i've seen luxury watches in a shopping centre before mate

[@c.s.s.5326]

Everyone buys depreciating assets. They’re a necessary part of life. One can minimize those purchases as best as they can, sure. But, there’s an entire sector of the economy that consists of nothing bur depreciating assets: consumer staples.

[@Basement811]

Lol I still wear air maxes and Nike gear even tho I got a breitling

[@gorgeousnoxy481]

Say that to my rich parents. They are millionaires and spend money in annoyingly crazy ways to me.

[@insaynt9924]

Looking good is much more about the style of the clothes and less about the label. Most rich people are going to think you look pretty stupid when you're just running around in a Gucci hoodie, with the logo plastered all over the place. It makes you look like a tourist buying the souvenir merch. Instead look for items that are fitted, solid color, and maybe have changes in texture. It'll help any accessories stand out better, and help you look more professional and serious.

[@brettlaw4346]

Bespoke.

[@RachelDee]

I thought a lot of that was just a new way of showing how to dress in a preppy style if thats a look you like. No?

[@NicholasCrownYouTube]

“Preppy” is more neutral than “old money” one refers to preparatory school - the other refers to generational wealth culture that’s “better” than newly acquired wealth. Total bullshit.

[@RachelDee]

@@NicholasCrownKZbin hm. I can see that. I associate those vintage classic, preparatory, old money fashion terms as all being basically the same thing. You mentioned investing in non depreciating items over spending a lot of money on cheap clothes that just fall apart. Does that mean you agree with the fashion vloggers' advice to spend a little bit more on longstanding classic items? Granted you don't take your eyes off of pursuing real investments?

[@Hollywoodbearluv]

I have a friend that gets stupid excited about finding name brand clothes at thrift shops. She’ll buy it and brag for weeks about it. I just don’t see the point. Nobody can see the label. Just buy what you like and can afford. Nobody cares. If they do care why are you wasting your time on them?

[@yuddhveersingh8233]

Clothes are depreciating assets so he wants us to be naked

[@elizabethmalsia7711]

Honestly if you want to dress ‘old money’ just buy quality, classic cloths and accessories that will basically last forever. Also get them tailored to fit you properly as well. As you said, no one really cares about the brand names. They’re just overpriced and a lot of the big brands cut corners to lower cost so it’s not going to be the quality that you think they’ll be.

[@timothyacowin9761]

I'm very big into old money but it's all thrifted

[@XroorX]

Wearing a watch = someone else owns your time

[@NhatNguyen-me9yq]

This is so untrue. Rich people are the ones who spend the most of luxury items. They sure don’t spend their money in Old Navy. Maybe hood rich people do, but look at Dubai for instance, it’s all about luxury and these people are not poor.

[@maxphilly]

Lol funny looking dude 😂

[@carminecox7521]

This guy literally doesn’t know what the “old money” aesthetic even is. He just heard “money,” and wanted to interject himself into the conversation because that’s what he chose as his persona. This dude is NOT old money.

[@FBi_.]

A millionaire perspective from a real millionaire take notes Lads 📝📝

[@MrRickle]

Most people with money that I’ve come across dress like Hollywood stunt men.

[@lonergr3107]

I only know one billionaire. He looks like an old poor grandpa but has a full time private jet crew. A huge Texas ranch with a full staff and owns oil rigs for fun. But eats a small diners. Drives a Ford. And wears jeans and t shirts.

[@sundaylawrun61]

Brother it’s a style and not the labels

[@quitecontender8608]

Yo what about fancy dinners vs making your own dinner thinking

[@ark194]

Exactly omg exactly I am more than a lable. Look at 50 Cent’s video about this topic.

[@shahnadirahmed]

AP Royal Oak. Goals.

[@jamespowell2037]

Most ur labels brands trick poor and lower middle class into want them

[@arkhunterextraordinaire9876]

Rich ppl buy good gor tex to go skiing in

[@1Akarikotsu]

Watches- that’s where it’s at? 🤔 I’m not into fashion anyway but it wouldn’t hurt to have one good watch I’ll have to do some research on good watches that appreciate overtime…thanks Mr. 👑

[@davidpugh8772]

you're jumping down a rabbit hole on that just an fyi and a $15 Casio Gshock will tell time more accurate than a $50k Rolex or Patek Phillipe just a heads up. but if you want to look like old money stay away from Rolex Daytonas, Submariners, GMT, or Yacht Master. Instead look into a Rolex Explorer, Date Just, or Day/Date (more people will recognize the Day/Date)

[@1Akarikotsu]

@@davidpugh8772 thanks for the heads up I have no Interest in looking like old money but the mentioning of certain watches retaining value is intriguing

[@davidpugh8772]

@@1Akarikotsu honestly though most old money people i know where Gshocks or sub $500 watches II daily an Oris ($3000 retail) that I bought for $150 from a friend

[@1Akarikotsu]

@@davidpugh8772 ahhh I see maybe who you know 🤔

[@Kyle-cv3de]

This guy's eyes are so close together and his cross eye freaks me tf out

[@adolphgracius9996]

be the very rich dad and not the poor dad

[@AndreMirandaMusica]

Whatches hold their price = you probably sold 0 or 1 watches in your life

[@BMS5621]

My dad earning butt loads but still waiting for a $100 golf shoes to go on sale. He's waiting for the 50% sale 😂😂😂 his old shoes are all worn out yet those shoes still clinging to its dear life till my dad got the 50% discount new shoes 😂 classic dad.

[@johnrivera4711]

💯

[@Destune]

I dont get this depreciable assets statement. A large portion of depreciable assets provide value to the owner through many channels(i.e. efficiency and convenience). I understand luxury goods like boats and fashion are terrible purchases, but it seems like a mass generalization. For example, cars don't appreciate, but I know most wealthy people own cars (it doesn't matter whether they're expensive or not at a minimum its $40,000)

[@Destune]

@nicolascrownKZbin

[@foolishly7366]

Why this dude look like a Mii when you put their eyes hella close together?

[@yippikiyay197]

Your focal length is off

[@penguin_edits]

here’s a better idea, you should be dressing the way YOU like, not to dressing for other people.

[@lynetterogers3574]

Nobody cares what you wear. Watches are not an asset they will become a deprciating assest. Nobody uses them anymore because everyone has a phone instead.

[@AnonymousanonymousA]

Rich people's wives buy expensive clothes why who knows? And why do girls buy expensive nails, who knows, never heard a guy honestly say wow ur nails are so hot, shi I'm buying a nail salon

[@thesoftlife1033]

Say it again for the faux billionaires in the back🙄🙄🙄😂😂😂

[@OM-el6oy]

Why would I want to dress like I have Daddy’s money?

[@bluesbyheart]

whats the point here, that rich people dont wash their clothes (maybe why they are all so smelly)? or that rich people support thrifting clothes? ;)