We know what “quiet” means, and we know what “luxury” means, but do we know what the two words mean? “Quiet luxury” describes a specific type of lifestyle. It’s also a lot like “stealth wealth” because it shows you have wealth but aren’t flashy or bragging about it. But there’s more to it than that. There is also an aesthetic aspect. Quiet luxury refers to timeless simplicity when describing fashion and decor. It’s elegant and unabashedly minimalist. Quiet luxury is not only a way of living, but perhaps even more so, a way of looking.
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This phrase has a lot of momentum. Type #QuietLuxury on Instagram and you’ll be bombarded with examples of what this trending style represents. It’s refreshingly simple and emphasizes quality over quantity. If you want to get in on the trend but don’t have a creepy amount of money to spend on apparel and home decor, check out these eight items from Costco.
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boules throw blanket
Hygge meets quiet luxury with this 60-70 inch White Boucle Throw Blanket for $24.99 at Costco. Throw it on your sofa, chair, or bed to bring soft elegance to your space. It’s machine washable, so if heaven forbid, it shouldn’t be a problem to dye or collect your pet’s hair to make it look new again.
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jute pouf
Exuding simplicity and high-end comfort, this jute pouf from Costco is a quiet luxury when it comes to home decor. Made from naturally renewable fibers, it can be used as a footrest, side table or additional seating. It’s small but useful and never goes out of style. Available in navy or white, it sells for $54.99 at Costco.
geometric wall decorative panels
Quiet luxury is subtle and understated, so you don’t want to have art that brings a flashy or loud feel to your space. Consider these metal geometric wall decor panels. You can get a set of two for $42.99 at Costco. They will look great in your bedroom, above the bed, as long as you have nothing else on the walls.
scent diffuser
Scent diffusers can make an amazing difference in aroma to your bathroom. Place it above the toilet or on a small shelf to exude comfort and sophistication. Featuring bamboo reeds and made with essential oils, this one is available at Costco for $32.99.
luxury dog bed
Your dog, if applicable, should not be excluded from your vision of quiet luxury. Get a plush dog bed like this one. This looks appealingly soft and is made of memory foam (Fido deserves the best!). It costs $54.99 at Costco and is available in cream or silver.
women’s white or black sweater blouse
Now for apparel. When you go for quiet luxury, you want to embrace simplicity and timelessness. Don’t go for wild prints or trendy cuts. Look for something that will hold up both in terms of durability and fashion. I also think about a “capsule wardrobe” and choose pieces like Matty M Women’s Eyelash Sweater. This sweater, available in white or black, is $19.99 at Costco.
mens white dress shirts
Although fashion trends tend to be geared toward women, men should be able to enjoy themselves just as much as their female companions. A man who seeks to radiate quiet luxury, like a woman, should prefer chic simplicity to busy trends. Consider the Kirkland Signature Men’s Tailored Fit Dress Shirt, available in white. Sold at Costco for $24.99.
14k white gold diamond stud earrings
When it comes to jewelry shopping, you want to remember the same words we’ve been pushing throughout this article: “Simplicity”, “Elegance”, “Timeless”, “Minimalist”, “Classic”. Capturing the essence of each of these words is this pair of round 14k white gold diamond stud earrings at Costco. At $289.99, this is the most expensive item on this list, but if you can dress it up or down from day to night and are careful not to lose it, you can wear it for the rest of your life. You can.
Editor’s note: Pricing is accurate as of January 23, 2025. Prices and availability are subject to change.
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