How to look classy and expensive (especially on a budget) is nothing new here, but the inspo behind today's post is: Crazy Rich Asians! Well, the movie isn't new new, but drawing inspiration from a movie on the blog is! And not just any movie, but one of the richest (fictitious) families in Singapore!
Though we may not all be billionaires (at least I'm speaking for myself haha), we can take some inspo from this movie to upgrade our wardrobes!
How to Look Classy & Expensive
1. No jeans- only dress pants if you don't want to wear a skirt or dress
I can't recall a single woman wearing jeans in the movie. (Obviously, I wear them and think you can make them look expensive, but this post is based off inspo from CRA)
They do wear pants though and when they do it's dress pants or suit pants.
camel coat | shoes (thrifted, similar here and here) | bag (Charming Charlies, similar here and here)
2. Wear hair pulled back
Not everyone wore their hair pulled back, but the majority of the women did for the film, and especially Eleanor! And we all know, Eleanor is the picture of class in this movie.
It doesn't have to be super sleek without a stray hair in sight either...wispy works as Astrid models for us!
top (local boutique, similar) | camel coat (thrifted, similar)
3. Wear pointy heels
Do you see the shoes that Eleanor is wearing in the photo above Astrid? They're shiny, black, and pointy! No sneakers, flats, or especially flip flops for them!
shoes (thrifted, similar here and here)
4. Wear drop pearl earrings
Your hair is pulled back...now what else do you need? Earrings of course! But it has to be drop earrings...and especially pearls.
5. Wear blazers or suit sets
A fancy couture gown may not be a possibility for us, but blazers and/or suit sets definitely are!
blazer (target, similar) | bag (Charming Charlies, similar here and here)
6. Midi to floor-length gowns
I'll never have the type of lifestyle where I need a bunch of formal gowns in my closet haha, and you may be the same, but we can have a couple of slip dresses that will get us ready for whatever we need! Though they might not compare to a $5,000+ custom gown, they will be something we'll actually wear again! The right fabric still gives a touch of luxe.
slip dress (forever 21, similar)
7. Don't be afraid to look "extra"
As the Radio One Asia girls showed us in the film, looking classy & expensive isn't all crisp pleats and straight lines. Sometimes it's looking a little bit "extra" (tastefully) with a neutral faux fur coat, a nice blouse, and of course, pulled back hair and earrings.
coat (unavailable, similar here and here)
That was a lot of info, so now it's RECAP TIME on how to look classy & expensive!
- No jeans- tailored dress pants or suit pants instead
- No sneakers, sandals, or flats- neutral heels, preferably pointy-toed. Shiny/ patent is good too.
- No mini dresses- midi or floor length instead
- No obvious logos- we all know they're wearing designer but they're not covered in logos head to toe
- Yes to blazers and suits!
- Yes to sunglasses!
- Yes to wearing your hair pulled back!
- Yes to drop earrings & pearls!
- Yes to pretty blouses!
- Yes to minimal prints!
Are you a fan of the movie? Or maybe you like the books? I just started reading them so I'll see if they're any good or not!
You're going to want to check out these posts before you go!
9 Tips on How to Look Expensive + What to Avoid
9 MORE Fabulous Ways on How to Look Expensive
How to Look Expensive On a Budget
How to Look Chic On a Budget
This is such fun inspiration! You did a great job pulling together looks that are a breeze to duplicate. So fun!
Aw thanks! That's always my hope that the outfits are easy enough to copy!
You nailed it! This was such a great movie for fashion inspo!
Really glad you liked it!
Okay, so I absolutely la-la-LOVE Crazy Rich Asians. I'll admit that the books were my choice over the movie BUT the movie did a great job depicting the woman as the books did: class and elegance! And you did an amazing job recreating those vibes with these ensembles. Giving me ALL the chic inspiration, as always, friend!
Thanks, girl!! I just got the books so I'm going to read them this weekend!
You hit the nail on the head! I got so much fun inspiration from this post! Thank you for sharing!!
Kileen
cute & little
Aww I'm really glad you liked it, Kileen!
You totally nailed this whole inspiration! I love all of those looks, but the last one might be my favorite.
That was one of my favorites too! Thanks, girl!
These are great rules to follow. I look terrible with my hair pulled back and even down low. I have a weird shaped head lol.
Haha I doubt that, but the great thing about these tips is that you can pick and choose what you want to do! I think they will all help 🙂
Do you have links to purchase the clothing from your photos? Specifically the camel wrap coat.
Thank you
Links have been updated and I responded to your email 🙂 Thanks for the comment!
This post was SO fun-- love seeing all the style inspirations recreated, especially being budget friendly!
Love the Recap list reminding me the basic foundation to keep in mind when dressing up. Love the images from the movie and real life look a like pieces side by side so I know what to look for 😘. Ty ty!
So happy to hear this was helpful, Kay. Have a fantastic day!