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SA celebs: New money vs old money aesthetic

In Celebville, fashion is the name of the game as they battle it to see who executes the old money versus the new money concept properly.

Over the years, we have seen the revolution of celebrities’ fashion choices as some went from dressing in all designer to taming it now and keeping it simple.

Less is more even in fashion, as sometimes luxurious brands take away from the styling.

Explore the old vs new money aesthetic:

  1. DJ Maphorisa (new money)

 

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Despite spending close to R92k at local brand GALXBOY, this record producer and DJ is known to wear his money head to toe, as he enjoys wearing everything expensive and good. He represents the new money era quite well as he is unapologetic for having money.

2. Riky Rick (new money)

This rapper was known for his impeccable taste in fashion as he supported local fashion brands like MaXhosa as well as wore his items with style.

3. Maglera Doe Boy (old money)

 

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Ever since he stepped into the music scene, Maglera has explored his fashion sense, and well sometimes he gives new money he has embedded himself in the old money aesthetic by rocking suits and ties with his unique twist.

4. Siyabunny (old money)

 

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This fashion icon resembles the true definition of old money or quiet luxury as her outfits are always chic but expensive giving a more demure look to it.

@treybryantstyleOld Money Aesthetic Vs New Money Aesthetic♬ fukumean – Gunna

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