Follow TV Tropes

Following

History Main / OpulentOutfits

Go To

OR

Added: 76

Changed: 12

Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


%% Image selected per Image Pickin thread: https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/posts.php?discussion=17062880240.29320200

to:

%% Image and caption selected per Image Pickin thread: https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/posts.php?discussion=17062880240.29320200


Added DiffLines:

[[caption-width-right:350:A rose by any other name would dress as sharply.]]

Added: 117

Changed: 408

Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


[[quoteright:350:[[WesternAnimation/{{Cinderella}} https://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/cinderella_jewel_dress_7305.jpg]]]]
[-[[caption-width-right:350:Cinderella's FairyGodmother went beyond in [[GorgeousGarmentGeneration making this]].]]-]

to:

[[quoteright:350:[[WesternAnimation/{{Cinderella}} %%
%% Image selected per Image Pickin thread: https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/posts.php?discussion=17062880240.29320200
%% Please don't change or remove without starting a new thread.
%%
[[quoteright:350:[[Manga/TheRoseOfVersailles
https://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/cinderella_jewel_dress_7305.jpg]]]]
[-[[caption-width-right:350:Cinderella's FairyGodmother went beyond in [[GorgeousGarmentGeneration making this]].]]-]
org/pmwiki/pub/images/oscarandmariea.png]]]]
%%
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* HereditaryWeddingDress\\
Wedding dresses that run in the family.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
Fixing indentation (see What To Put At The Top Of A Page)


Happiness is the same price as [[HighHeelPower red-bottoms]]

to:

Happiness is the same price as [[HighHeelPower red-bottoms]]red-bottoms
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* HighClassFan\\
Decorated hand fan, often taught to ladies as a part of their LessonsInSophistication.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


->''She was wearing a tight-fitting emerald satin dress, several ropes of rubies, and an absolutely simple white mink cloak.''
-->-- ''Literature/TheHundredAndOneDalmatians''

Fancy, expensive clothing, used usually [[ConspicuousConsumption to show off the wealth]] of either those wearing the clothes or who bought the clothes for them, because [[GarnishingTheStory looking cool and/or pretty]] isn't cheap.

to:

->''She was wearing a tight-fitting emerald satin dress, several ropes of rubies, and an absolutely simple white mink cloak.''
->They say "Which one?" I say "Nah I want all 'em"\\
Happiness is the same price as [[HighHeelPower red-bottoms]]
-->-- ''Literature/TheHundredAndOneDalmatians''

Music/ArianaGrande, "7 Rings"

Fancy, expensive clothing, used usually [[ConspicuousConsumption to show off the wealth]] of either those wearing the clothes or who bought the clothes for them, because [[GarnishingTheStory looking cool and/or pretty]] isn't cheap.



Now some of these tropes can include lower cost versions (which is common today in RealLife), but "the good stuff" is still opulent.

to:

Now Note that some of these tropes can include lower cost versions (which is common today in RealLife), clothing listed below isn't inherently a sign of wealth -- jewelry, for example -- but "the really good stuff" is still opulent.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:


* NiceShoes\\
You didn't get this at Payless.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:


* NiceHat\\
Since the majority are fancy.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
Up To Eleven is a defunct trope


[-[[caption-width-right:350:Cinderella's FairyGodmother went UpToEleven in [[GorgeousGarmentGeneration making this]].]]-]

to:

[-[[caption-width-right:350:Cinderella's FairyGodmother went UpToEleven beyond in [[GorgeousGarmentGeneration making this]].]]-]
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* BillionaireWristband\\
A man uses his absurdly expensive watch to tell you about himself.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


[[quoteright:350:[[Disney/{{Cinderella}} https://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/cinderella_jewel_dress_7305.jpg]]]]

to:

[[quoteright:350:[[Disney/{{Cinderella}} [[quoteright:350:[[WesternAnimation/{{Cinderella}} https://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/cinderella_jewel_dress_7305.jpg]]]]
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


[-[[caption-width-right:350:Her FairyGodmother went UpToEleven in [[GorgeousGarmentGeneration making this]].]]-]

to:

[-[[caption-width-right:350:Her [-[[caption-width-right:350:Cinderella's FairyGodmother went UpToEleven in [[GorgeousGarmentGeneration making this]].]]-]
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

->''She was wearing a tight-fitting emerald satin dress, several ropes of rubies, and an absolutely simple white mink cloak.''
-->-- ''Literature/TheHundredAndOneDalmatians''
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


Even the lost cost furs still cost a considerable amount.

to:

Even the lost low cost furs can still cost a considerable amount.

Added: 1284

Changed: 2172

Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


Fancy, expensive clothing, used usually to show off the wealth of the wearer, to show that a character [[ConspicuousConsumption just made an extravagant purchase]], or [[GarnishingTheStory just because they look cool and/or pretty]].

to:

Fancy, expensive clothing, used usually to show off the wealth of the wearer, to show that a character [[ConspicuousConsumption just made an extravagant purchase]], to show off the wealth]] of either those wearing the clothes or who bought the clothes for them, because [[GarnishingTheStory just because they look looking cool and/or pretty]].
pretty]] isn't cheap.



* BattleBallgown
* BlingOfWar
* CoolCrown
* CostumePorn
* EnormousEngagementRing
* ErmineCapeEffect (just about wearing these clothes as much as the clothes themsevles)
* EverythingsSparklyWithJewelry
* FairytaleWeddingDress
* FashionMagazine
* FashionShow
* FluffyFashionFeathers
* GemEncrusted (many examples are clothing)
* GoingFurASwim
* GoldMakesEverythingShiny (since this includes gold on clothing)
* HappyHolidaysDress
* HighClassGlass
* HighClassGloves
* ImpracticallyFancyOutfit
* ItsFakeFurItsFine (opulence without certain issues)
* KickingAssInAllHerFinery (whatever the fancy outfit, she can fight in it)
* NakedInMink
* NiceHat (since the majority are fancy)
* NiceShoes
* OminousOperaCape (even for villains, it's a fancy accessory)
* PimpDuds
* PimpedOutCape
* PimpedOutDress
* PrettyInMink
* RegalRuff
* RequisiteRoyalRegalia
* SharpDressedMan
* SimpleYetOpulent (in that many examples are clothing)
* StylishProtectionGear (even if the standard protection gear can cost a lot)

to:

* BattleBallgown
BattleBallgown\\
No matter the ratio of armor to frills, it will still cost a pretty penny.
* BlingOfWar
BlingOfWar\\
For when the military often put the aristocracy in the highest ranks, so they had to make their station clear.
* CoolCrown
CoolCrown\\
Most examples are made of expensive materials.
* CostumePorn
CostumePorn\\
All those details take time, effort, and materials, which add up quickly.
* EnormousEngagementRing
EnormousEngagementRing\\
Ads used to say a suitor should spend two months' salary on one, at least.
* ErmineCapeEffect (just about ErmineCapeEffect\\
Even though the regalia is expensive, it doesn't make it not suitable for everyday wear.
* EverythingsSparklyWithJewelry\\
In most cases, it has little function than looking pretty, so this is showing wealth for the sake of showing it.
* FairytaleWeddingDress\\
Want to be a princess on your wedding day? Then the dress will cost a king's ransom.
* FashionMagazine\\
Most will show off designer clothes.
* FashionShow\\
To show clothes for high end clientele.
* FluffyFashionFeathers\\
The more plumes, and the more exotic bird, the higher the cost of
wearing these clothes as much as clothes.
* GemEncrusted\\
Cost of
the clothes themsevles)
jewels + cost of the fabric + cost of inserting the jewels on the fabric = pure sybaritic fashion.
* EverythingsSparklyWithJewelry
GoingFurASwim\\
Not that one's going to get their fur coat wet, but it's still showing wealth to wear one over your swimsuit.
* FairytaleWeddingDress
GoldMakesEverythingShiny\\
Gold lame is another sybaritic material.
* FashionMagazine
* FashionShow
* FluffyFashionFeathers
* GemEncrusted (many examples
HappyHolidaysDress\\
Christmas-themed frills
are clothing)
still going to cost a lot of milk and cookies to make.
* GoingFurASwim
HighClassGlass\\
Monocles won't fit one properly unless one puts up a lot of cash.
* GoldMakesEverythingShiny (since this includes gold on clothing)
HighClassGloves\\
You can have the fanciest dress, but it won't be as sophisticated without a pair of stylish gloves.
* HappyHolidaysDress
ImpracticallyFancyOutfit\\
It may not be easy to move in, but it fills the job of making it clear you could afford it.
* HighClassGlass
* HighClassGloves
* ImpracticallyFancyOutfit
* ItsFakeFurItsFine (opulence
ItsFakeFurItsFine\\
Opulence
without certain issues)
issues.
* KickingAssInAllHerFinery (whatever KickingAssInAllHerFinery\\
Whatever
the fancy outfit, she can fight in it)
it.
* NakedInMink
NakedInMink\\
Even if it's the only thing you wear, a fur coat still costs a lot.
* NiceHat (since NiceHat\\
Since
the majority are fancy)
fancy.
* NiceShoes
NiceShoes\\
You didn't get this at Payless.
* OminousOperaCape (even OminousOperaCape\\
Even
for villains, it's a fancy accessory)
accessory.
* PimpDuds
PimpDuds\\
They may have gotten their money for these clothes through shady means, but they still earned it.
* PimpedOutCape
* PimpedOutDress
* PrettyInMink
* RegalRuff
* RequisiteRoyalRegalia
* SharpDressedMan
* SimpleYetOpulent (in
PimpedOutCape\\
All those decorations will just jack up the cost of
that cape.
* PimpedOutDress\\
All those decorations will just jack up the cost of that dress.
* PrettyInMink\\
Even the lost cost furs still cost a considerable amount.
* RegalRuff\\
It wasn't cheap to make all those yards of fabric form that shape.
* RequisiteRoyalRegalia\\
The cost of these items are fit for a king.
* SharpDressedMan\\
A tailored suit takes a lot more time and work than an off-the-rack one.
* SimpleYetOpulent\\
Since
many examples are clothing)
clothing.
* StylishProtectionGear (even StylishProtectionGear\\
Even
if the standard protection gear can cost a lot)lot.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
Opera Gloves is no longer a trope.


* OperaGloves
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
New trope! Yay!

Added DiffLines:

* RegalRuff
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* HighClassGloves
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* HighClassGlass
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


Sometimes these outfits are fancy enough to be CostumePorn, which [[Administrivia/TropesAreFlexible can range between]] outfits that are [[SimpleYetAwesome elegantly simple]], to outfits so overdone they become ImpossiblyTackyClothes (and some [[IWasQuiteAFashionVictim fancy clothes of the past can seem that way]]).

to:

Sometimes these outfits are fancy enough to be CostumePorn, which [[Administrivia/TropesAreFlexible can range between]] outfits that are [[SimpleYetAwesome [[SimpleYetOpulent elegantly simple]], to outfits so overdone they become ImpossiblyTackyClothes (and some [[IWasQuiteAFashionVictim fancy clothes of the past can seem that way]]).
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* BlingOfWar
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


Sometimes these outfits are fancy enough to be CostumePorn, which [[TropesAreFlexible can range between]] outfits that are [[SimpleYetAwesome elegantly simple]], to outfits so overdone they become ImpossiblyTackyClothes (and some [[IWasQuiteAFashionVictim fancy clothes of the past can seem that way]]).

to:

Sometimes these outfits are fancy enough to be CostumePorn, which [[TropesAreFlexible [[Administrivia/TropesAreFlexible can range between]] outfits that are [[SimpleYetAwesome elegantly simple]], to outfits so overdone they become ImpossiblyTackyClothes (and some [[IWasQuiteAFashionVictim fancy clothes of the past can seem that way]]).

Added: 53

Changed: 55

Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


* ItsFakeFurItsFine (opulence without the issues)

to:

* ImpracticallyFancyOutfit
* ItsFakeFurItsFine (opulence without the certain issues)
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* StylishProtectionGear (even if the standard protection gear can cost a lot)

Added: 132

Changed: 430

Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


Sometimes these outfits are fancy enough to be CostumePorn, but [[TropesAreFlexible they can range between]] outfits that are [[SimpleYetAwesome elegantly simple]], to outfits so overdone they become ImpossiblyTackyClothes (and due to ValuesDissonance, some fancy clothes of the past can seem that way). Or they can range from higher quality versions of normal clothes, to an ImpracticallyFancyOutfit.

Heck, in the past, even certain colors could make clothing opulent.

And some of these tropes can include lower cost versions (as is common today in RealLife), but "the good stuff" is still opulent.

to:

Sometimes these outfits are fancy enough to be CostumePorn, but which [[TropesAreFlexible they can range between]] outfits that are [[SimpleYetAwesome elegantly simple]], to outfits so overdone they become ImpossiblyTackyClothes (and due to ValuesDissonance, some [[IWasQuiteAFashionVictim fancy clothes of the past can seem that way). way]]).

Or they can range from higher quality versions of normal clothes, to an ImpracticallyFancyOutfit.

Heck, in the past, even certain colors could make clothing opulent.

And
opulent due to the rarity of natural dyes.

Now
some of these tropes can include lower cost versions (as (which is common today in RealLife), but "the good stuff" is still opulent.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* SimpleYetOpulent (in that many examples are clothing)
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

Heck, in the past, even certain colors could make clothing opulent.
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

* CostumePorn
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None


+ BejweledTropes

to:

+ BejweledTropesBejeweledTropes
Is there an issue? Send a MessageReason:
None

Added DiffLines:

[[quoteright:350:[[Disney/{{Cinderella}} http://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/cinderella_jewel_dress_7305.jpg]]]]
[-[[caption-width-right:350:Her FairyGodmother went UpToEleven in [[GorgeousGarmentGeneration making this]].]]-]

Fancy, expensive clothing, used usually to show off the wealth of the wearer, to show that a character [[ConspicuousConsumption just made an extravagant purchase]], or [[GarnishingTheStory just because they look cool and/or pretty]].

Sometimes these outfits are fancy enough to be CostumePorn, but [[TropesAreFlexible they can range between]] outfits that are [[SimpleYetAwesome elegantly simple]], to outfits so overdone they become ImpossiblyTackyClothes (and due to ValuesDissonance, some fancy clothes of the past can seem that way). Or they can range from higher quality versions of normal clothes, to an ImpracticallyFancyOutfit.

And some of these tropes can include lower cost versions (as is common today in RealLife), but "the good stuff" is still opulent.

Compare BigFancyCastle, BigFancyHouse, CoolCar.
----
!!Tropes (where at least a majority of the examples are opulent clothes)
[floatboxright:
Related:
+ AnIndexOfLadiesAndGentlemen
+ TheBeautifulTropes
+ RichPeople
+ PrincessTropes
+ PrincelyTropes
+ RuleOfGlamorous
+ {{Spectacle}}
]
[[index]]
[floatboxright:
Categories:
+ BejweledTropes
+ MinkBecomesThisIndexMost
]
* BattleBallgown
* CoolCrown
* EnormousEngagementRing
* ErmineCapeEffect (just about wearing these clothes as much as the clothes themsevles)
* EverythingsSparklyWithJewelry
* FairytaleWeddingDress
* FashionMagazine
* FashionShow
* FluffyFashionFeathers
* GemEncrusted (many examples are clothing)
* GoingFurASwim
* GoldMakesEverythingShiny (since this includes gold on clothing)
* HappyHolidaysDress
* ItsFakeFurItsFine (opulence without the issues)
* KickingAssInAllHerFinery (whatever the fancy outfit, she can fight in it)
* NakedInMink
* NiceHat (since the majority are fancy)
* NiceShoes
* OminousOperaCape (even for villains, it's a fancy accessory)
* OperaGloves
* PimpDuds
* PimpedOutCape
* PimpedOutDress
* PrettyInMink
* RequisiteRoyalRegalia
* SharpDressedMan
[[/index]]
----

Top