What Girls Think of the Old Money Aesthetic - A Woman's Honest Reaction to Outfits

Do you think women find the Old Money trend attractive? One girl gives her honest opinion on a bunch of Old Money aesthetic outfits so you know what women REALLY think of this look.
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Timestamps:
0.00 Intro
0:34 Outfit 1
1:23 Outfit 2
1:57 Outfit 3
4:10 Outfit 4
4:51 Outfit 5
6:54 Outfit 6
8:00 Outfit 7
10:25 Outfit 8
11:35 Outfit 9
12:45 Outfit 10
14:06 Likes and dislikes

[@allenmontrasio8962]

The point about old money is that if you don't have it you never will.

[@Abraham-ru7gg]

Wym?

[@Tweegrrl]

And if you have it, you can lose it within a generation 😆

[@FSVR54]

@@Abraham-ru7ggbecause "old money" is inherited, hence the name.

[@Wannabearborist]

I do agree on this but would like to add that some people aren’t raised with this style but do have it in them to pull it of once they discover it, in my eyes that is what this channel is mainly about: to find and teach the young guys who have the determination, willingness, manners and or physical appearance to pull of this style about this style. Those that do not have what it takes will fail but only the right guys with the right attitude will be able to take away from these videos and succeed in wearing this style with confidence. Some people who are born into this style don’t have it in them to continue life with this style and will become like most of genz but for example this guy was a goth before and now you would almost think he was raised in Buckingham palace.

[@allenmontrasio8962]

@@Wannabearborist I'm talking about the money, not the style. i get it that it's shorthand, but what is called "old money" nowadays is actually plain, boring elegance.

[@exxie1]

She's dressed up like that trad woman meme and I can't unsee it lol but you both look great together. Cheers

[@moorshound3243]

What's trad?

[@FallenMehdi]

@@moorshound3243traditional

[@herbtube7824]

Augustina is very nicely dressed, but she should lose that "smart" watch...

[@moorshound3243]

@@herbtube7824 yes a nice little Omega would be better.

[@celiashen5490]

@@moorshound3243 If you haven't got an answer yet, let me. It's sort for traditional. June Cleaver is the likeliest template for this look.

[@scottbailey9242]

Yes, bring the Lady back. She brings honesty and wisdom to the table in a very pointed way with out being overly critical. I hold her opinion in high regard. I am new to this channel and will be coming back often. Good work! By the way, I am 53 and I am so glad more younger men are taking style and manners seriously again!

[@Gent.Z]

Thank you Scott! As the channel name suggests, it is my ambition to bring classic style and manners to my generation, but it's also important to me that everyone can enjoy my videos. I certainly will bring Augustina back for a video soon. Do you have any suggestions for what you would like her to react to/comment on next?

[@scottbailey9242]

@Gent.Z For now, her opinions on footware and accessories would be most important. Many guys can improve their look by investing in quality shoes, boots, and a good watch. A great belt can work wonders as well.

[@Gent.Z]

I was thinking footwear would be a good video! It's definitely something women have strong opinions on, but many men overlook. I will record this one soon! Thank you for the suggestion@@scottbailey9242

[@CaptainWillard830]

I had no money in college, yet still dressed old money. I was a Kappa Sig, who went to an old boys catholic high school. Today, I have money, and dress old money, still. If you remember anything gents, don’t buy cheap shoes. Nice video my friend. Your girlfriend has good taste, like my wife of 30 years. Semper Fidelis, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Marine Corps (Retired) and now a C-Suite executive 🇺🇸

[@Gent.Z]

Looking Old Money (ironically) has little to do with how much money you have! And while I suggest affordable styles in many of my videos, you're right that shoes are the worst thing to cheap out on. And I'm speaking as someone who has made that mistake a few times 😅

[@edwardwilson4869]

Excellent comment. ✅😎

[@aethxathr9327]

That is actually quite interesting, I was recently initiated into the brotherhood in March of this year. I notice that a lot of the guys in our fraternity dress similar to how you've described and I've found myself becoming more and more fascinated by the sort of aesthetic. AEKDB, Brother !

[@CaptainWillard830]

@@aethxathr9327 AEKDB. Brother, continue to be a good man. Be loyal to your loyal friends. Take calculated risks. Exercise, dress appropriately for the occasion, and seek a purpose greater than self. 🇺🇸

[@shakuntshenoy7406]

"You can break rules, but it's helpful to know them first..." is wild! Clear violation!

[@tsin002]

This channel is criminally underrated!

[@deephouse733]

I wouldn’t call it old money I call it classic

[@steliosc.4686]

Offensive pants? Well, there you go. I love those sky-blue colour pants.

[@Gent.Z]

To each his/her own! But I think it was just the fit she didn't like, as opposed to the color.

[@steve19811]

Def. great video. Bring her back. I worry about some of the Brooks Brothers clothes I purchased recently (mostly casual ones tbh) because they're trying to appeal to the streetwear crowd and i like classic/traditional looks even though I'm a new age/law of attraction type.

[@sistartin]

When you are doing your solo videos you should pretend your girlfriend is there or you are talking to her because in this video you are much more relaxed and engaging on camera.

[@lizmikols2075]

Good idea to include Augustina's POV. I would also enjoy hearing Jeeves' evaluation on these ensembles as well.

[@darbythornton9471]

Love it. Great job

[@vicentedobroruka3501]

I kind of changed completely both my way of clothing *and* my mindset when I was 19 (long, long ago). I *fully* endorse your points on most issues regarding this and can only recommend your views. Gen Z, millennials and, to be honest, even older guys need these insights very badly. Keep on the good work!

[@themancuniancandidate2744]

My main issue with the 'old money' look is that too often you'll look like a complete twat if you try it. Imagine wearing a cricket jumper on a night out in Manchester. You'd have your own blood on it before too long. Old money outfits work great if you're attending a polo match or a regatta. If you live on a council estate in Wigan, they're not going to help much. My experience has been that it's better to have your own sartorial style, and base it on the Four Commandments of dressing well; -Put some thought into your outfit -Choose your shoes wisely; women WILL notice them -Put your outfit on with care -Forget you're wearing it. Nothing looks worse than a self-conscious man trying to look cool.

[@3581tossit]

almost impossible to wear a cricket jumper, especially white, without looking like a douche flex. I wear a navy cricket but temper it with a denim shirt. I like the contrasting sprezzatura style of preppy cowboy.

[@oliverholmes-gunning5372]

Kind of depends, though. There's not a lot of difference between some of the more casual fringes of old money aesthetic and the archetypal 80s hooligan look (Ralph Lauren polo shirts, Sergio Tacchini tennis sweaters, Burberry accessories, etc). And tbf, you'd look as much of a twat wearing an Adidas trackie at Henley Regatta as you would wearing a blazer and cricket sweater on a Wigan council estate. Different outfits for different occasions... The main thing I dislike about the old money aesthetic is the name and its implications, because real old money dresses like complete shite (tatty cardigans, muddy boots, corduroy trousers that have been handed down across 9 generations and the like). Not to mention the fact that if you're curating a specific aesthetic (one made popular on fucking Instagram no less) it doesn't seem very authentic to me. I have no problem with the clothes per se (shit, I own 2 cricket sweaters myself), but much more of a problem with people trying to curate a specific "image" they copied off social media, no matter what that image is).

[@oliverholmes-gunning5372]

@@3581tossit I live in a region where wearing anything smart at all, even chinos and a sports jacket, is universally considered to be the mark of a douche flex, so I learned not to care about what assumptions others make about one's clothes long ago😂 always liked cricket sweaters myself, I have one navy and one white. I like to combine the white one with a plaid shirt and my leather and sheepskin flying jacket personally, while the navy one I find works best with a striped or patterned shirt and a light-coloured jacket or suit.

[@moorshound3243]

Who cares, you should wear smart clothing no matter where you are, council estate or a dive like Manchester, I walked down the road in Manchester getting shouted at by tracksuit and trainer wearing men in their 30's and 40's who were stood outside some nasty pub, you think I gave two sh#ts what they said or thought of me? It was sad really because they were supposed to Men much older than I at the time but they were dressed like children and they were acting like children and this is now the "norm"? We must strive to be the change we want to see in this world, so be polite dress well practice kindness and forgive others as they know not what they do.

[@lolollolol5654]

i find apple watches and similar a crime :)

[@steve19811]

Yeah, and the Tesla Truck. I mean.. sorry, it's super fugly.....

[@lolollolol5654]

yes!@@steve19811

[@sprezzatura8755]

Agree! I like to use technology but I don't like to look like technology

[@lolollolol5654]

@@sprezzatura8755 your username tells me you are a man of culture!

[@nomennominandum2701]

Hello. What do you think about "plus fours" (real Knickerbocker)?

[@EdouardBManoukian]

How about the timeless Cary Grant look. E.g., In movie To Catch a Thief on the Riviera. in addition to his more casual look.

[@Gent.Z]

I'm a big fan of Cary Grant and I also have a video dedicated to his style

[@butchoward24]

Your girl friend is your secret weapon you should do more videos with her she’s great

[@pablocheco1795]

Very informative and interesting video. And having Agustina’s input was a huge plus. I definitely vote for bringing her back… Thanks so much for everything you do!!

[@carlosspct]

I agree with her 100%. She's got a good eye for what looks good and what doesn't. You should bring her back more often.

[@Yeeeap18]

What women say and what they think, feel and react to are not the same. Take women's opinions on men's style with a mountain of salt. Or just ignore them out right. Pay attention to how they act and react around you when you dress a certain way. No salt needed.

[@oysterman962]

It's true. Women care less what a guy wears and more about his looks. If he is tall and handsome he is always going to be more attractive than the short, balding well dressed guy in a suit. If you put a tall male model wearing nothing but thongs, boxers and a singlet next to a 5 foot thinning red haired man in a perfect fitting bespoke suit, I bet you the the good looking guy wearing thongs will 99 percent always win the girl. Even if he were dirt poor and dirty. However if by any chance the short ugly dude scored a date with the rare 1 percent of women, you can be assured it's a gold digger. Think of it like real estate. A tall handsome but unkempt badly dressed man is a renovators dream. But a well dressed short ugly man is a nice house with a termite infestation

[@chimpanzeeenjoyer4667]

Yes a lot of it is subconscious. Women can be very intuitive with how they actually think about stuff, which means that they could rationally say one thing but then when it comes to it actually happening they say or think another thing. This is not a bad thing btw, it’s just the nature of being feminine. It’s probably also why women are so much more empathetic than men generally.

[@robertneblett4477]

You’re right. Every dude they showed was over 6ft and weighed 170lbs. Their clothes (whether she likes them or not) were fashionable and expensive. 90% of women would swoon over these dudes (including Augustina) .

[@oysterman962]

@@chimpanzeeenjoyer4667 How can the trait of contradiction not be a bad thing? imo it's a major communication flaw! A woman's indecision causes confusion, disruption, anxiety in a relationship. It could be misinterpreted as nonchalance, disrespectful, rude and heartless which could result in dishonesty and infidelity, this can then escalate to further more violent conflict. It's probably the cause of many problems in relationships today and even in the corporate world where decisions need to be made quickly and effectively. There are zero benefits of being indecisive and contradictory. It's utmost important to mean what you say and say what you mean!

[@chimpanzeeenjoyer4667]

@@oysterman962 men and women both need eachother, and one of the best things you can provide to your woman as a man is firm decisiveness. The only reason it would cause anxiety in your relationship is if you can’t make decisions for yourself in the relationship. And especially if it leads to VIOLENT conflict, that means you should not be in a relationship with a woman. Honestly if you want someone who always speaks their mind and says exactly what they think, you might be better off with a man.

[@robscovell5951]

I can never get used to trousers being called "pants", especially by a Brit. The idea of ironing my pants is hilarious although I think Mr Bean does that.

[@edwardwilson4869]

Thanks for having the beautiful lady and her input. 🧡 It is very important to me what women “think “. I always ask my wife for her opinion before I buy or wear anything. I dress for my wife and woman and not men. ✅😎

[@Gent.Z]

Well said, Edward! Thank for the comment

[@timwashburn8553]

Who do you recommend to get tips from for like a 57yo man or do you have any thoughts that might help?

[@alexmarques2398]

She’s very cute, but I would rather see what you’re talking about a bit more, the pictures a bit more on the screen. Love hearing her 👍 (And you as well! 😊)

[@darbythornton9471]

Love it. Great job. Augustina (spelling) adds a great commentary. I love Italian loafers and wear them most days. Also supple textured knits

[@Gent.Z]

Thanks Darby, a pair of loafers with a sweater thrown over on a chilly day is a great look

[@nathansezerano4028]

Woooooooow ! You are both classic people of London ❤

[@sprezzatura8755]

She's gorgeous. White bucks look great with a crisp linen suit.

[@defining_moments]

I think it’s awesome that you got your girlfriend to give her feed back on the different styles that fall under the old money aesthetics which helps us as men I just wonder if this perspective and like also applies to other women of nationality.

[@oysterman962]

I think the last comment Augustina made was the most accurate and relevant. Everything else is subjective. Especially that all but 2 guys in your sample photos are models, I think they can get away with wearing a lot more than what normal fat, short, bald, disproportional bodied men can't pull off. With women it's more about the looks, build and height of the man than his clothes. If you put a well dressed short bald ugly guy next to a tall muscular well chiseled jawlined model wearing thongs and a t shirt; I guarantee she will always pick the better looking guy than the best dressed. And there's nothing wrong with that because it's an instinct humans are drawn to attractiveness for procreation of our species. But to judge clothing style is an individual choice. To be honest I don't find Augustina's style was to my preference. That 1950s dress and headband reminds me of the Happy Days era. A bit outdated for modern times. She was also wearing an Apple watch which was offensive. However, if she looked like a supermodel I'm sure I would overlook her style mistakes

[@steve19811]

I think she looks classy as hell and even though you can tell she is American you can tell she was raised well (has class).

[@williamkazak469]

She is not a fan of white bucks shoes but she likes white sneakers. Interesting.

[@Gent.Z]

Well, sometimes we can enjoy a color on one style of shoe, but not the other. So I understand her point of view

[@who.is.dayton-ch9fb]

How did she hate on that brooks brother add? That was pure class

[@EK-gr9gd]

The left outfit is quite well composed. The problem is the location, that looks like NYC, not a picturesque seaside town.

[@joshuae3720]

Could you do a gentleman’s guide for groomsman or general wedding etiquette? (Including plus one rules?

[@lolollolol5654]

"cricket sweater looks lumpy" next picture: 10/10 cricket sweater on a 10/10 guy haha

[@brittakriep2938]

I am german, Brittas boyfriend. During guided historical tours i visited a number of castles, where i saw the noble owners. Some had been dressed in english country gentleman style, some in german country gentlemans style, one in classic german hunters dress.

[@41gasteve]

The white shoes are “white Bucks” Buckskin. You also see them in a brown beige. They have been around sine the 30’s

[@andrewdavid9333]

Classic old school prep👍

[@canadafree2087]

"Old Money" is a trend, nor should they wear "Ivy League", etc. Gentlemen should not wear trends, they should wear classic men's wear. If that includes elements of old money or ivy then it is fair, but one shouldn't try for an entire time period/trend. If you want to see a chunky shoe, check out Doc Marten's loafers; I say a few pairs today.

[@gordonayres2609]

These studies need to look at real vintage fashion . They don't give any hint at any notion of "Old Money " at all! Young boys with bangles and shirts unbuttoned ,T shirts under shiny suits! Pah!

[@Hondo0101]

I believe she nails it everytime. Like the toe being off with the cheesy guy.

[@lolollolol5654]

cricket sweater is a classic, disagree completely

[@COVID...19]

The bar is low. 😂

[@Gent.Z]

Sad but true!

[@eddiegaltek]

Iman Gadzhi just looks like a poser, "I'm so cool I can break all the rules, look at me I'm such a rebel."

[@willisix2554]

She's "Offended " by a pair of pants! Just SMH !

[@3581tossit]

yes, that was overstated

[@TheLifeofJohn]

what a GREAT looking couple! you both seem in touch with each others style and match each other VERY nicely! a great opportunity to do styling and fashion consultancy

[@sprezzatura8755]

You're not wrong but is the dude wearing a wig or hairpiece?

[@sitbone3]

What they call a "cricket sweater" we in the US would call a tennis sweater.

[@margaretstokely9016]

We ca;; it a "Tennis sweater" and it belongs on the tennis court (or at a cricket match)Pants are too dark, they say Winter and sweater says Summer.

[@joshwelborn17]

Really felt like I was vibing with these two until she mentioned being in middle school when I was 25…

[@ZoomZoom-ng6sn]

In my mind, white t-shirts are just undershirts even if they were designed to be worn as an outside shirt.

[@Gent.Z]

Really? Men have been wearing white t-Shirts as a regular garment since the 1950s so I'm surprised it still gives you that impression

[@ZoomZoom-ng6sn]

I think it gives Generation X that impression. 1980's kids had dads who grew up from the 1940's to 50's. @@Gent.Z

[@northernmichigan4108]

How can you not like the white shoes!!

[@MM-vv8mt]

A pin-striped suit should never be worn casually unless it is a wide-spaced stripe and worn as a seperate with jeans, or pin-striped trousers with a contrasting knit sweater or a linen shirt.

[@robscovell5951]

The rakish gentleman with his buttons undone to reveal his tooth necklace looks like he's trying to seduce a 1980s Helena Bonham Carter character. It's way too try-hard and it's trying to combine the 'Alpha Hippy Traveller' look with 'English Gentleman on the Grand Tour' trousers.

[@MM-vv8mt]

A tucked in sweater is a major fashion crime.

[@SentimentalFellaVA]

my primary problem with "old money" is that it's just, like, prep but if you wanted to look like even more like an asshole. and i like polo shirts and nice sweaters and chinos! but "old money" is all very clearly super artificial. it's just a facade to disguise a lack of self.

[@moorshound3243]

But it is better than 97% of the rest of the population though.

[@robertneblett4477]

The problem with every guy you showed is they were all 6’2 and 170lbs. That’s just unrealistic.

[@broederbond60]

Well done. Your girlfriend is a dead ringer for the model on the 1978 Cars album.

[@Jollywonnochka]

Dude looks like old Elvis Presley

[@johnroberts1141]

I would never dress for a woman, any woman. They are too emotional and quickly change their opinions. I dress for myself, and it works well.

[@moorshound3243]

Well said

[@tr11_]

Why did you choose the most casual outfit that Iman wears. He dresses normally very nice.

[@oysterman962]

Also why are all the photos except 2 are of models. If I looked like any of those tall, well proportioned, chiseled jawed models I wouldn't care what 1950s dressed Augustina thought about my dress sense. I'd score any girl off my looks alone.

[@FSVR54]

You sound British, your girlfriend sounds American, you say you live in a "hot country"? Where in the world are you?

[@ZoomZoom-ng6sn]

The guy at 11:44 looks too tough or rugged to wear those kinds of eyewear.

[@MeTubeERG]

This guy definitely tweezes his eyebrows. Looks off.

[@darrius4746]

Is your girlfriend from Argentina?

[@Gent.Z]

From her father’s side, yes. We are actually in Argentina visiting her family right now

[@ZoomZoom-ng6sn]

I don't like the contrasting of the soles at 2:22. It's not elegant, looks somewhat corny, and it just reminds me of those silly VANs canvas shoes.

[@timward3116]

Geez, I actually think all of the outfits were horrible... dreadful, as a matter of fact. Their nannies should have dressed them better.

[@user-ix4wn1th5m]

Your girlfriend's dress style looks a little old money. Shes like something out of the 1930s. How can a pair of trousers be offensive ?. Anyway good to hear a females point of view.

[@davidstevens8160]

More videos without your beard please.

[@robscovell5951]

T-shirts under formal jackets. No. Just no.

[@barbarakendall5184]

Trousers please, not pants.

[@ZoomZoom-ng6sn]

10:35 is too wannabe. Nice hair though.