How Expensive Friends Expand Your World Without Saying a Word
There’s something silently powerful about the woman who walks into a room and makes you sit up a little straighter.
Not because she’s loud. Not because she’s dripping in logos. But because her presence feels expensive.
She smells like an Oud and vanilla 24-carat ice-cream, if that exists. Her nails are always well manicured and polished, not necessarily bold, but done. Her tone is deep, and her standards are high. But most importantly, she doesn’t have to say a word to remind of you what’s possible.
This is the kind of woman I call an “expensive friend.” Every group seems to have one, it might be you in your group. And it’s not because she drains your bank account, but because she elevates your life experiences.
If you’re building a luxurious lifestyle she’s the type of friend you want to consult with because she has impeccable taste.
Expensive Doesn’t Mean Rich
Let’s clear this up while we’re still here at the beginning. The “expensive friend” isn’t about wealth. It’s about standards. She's the woman who:
Books flights based on comfort, not convenience
Edits her wardrobe like a gallery, not a clearance bin
Knows the difference between a scent that needs to macerate and one that evaporates in 15 minutes
Understands silence over small talk
Is confident with the wine menu and knows what she’s doing
Being around her doesn’t pressure you, it inspires you.
She reminds you that higher living isn’t performative, and luxury doesn’t always shout. Sometimes it’s subtle.
How Expensive Friends Influence Your Taste
Being around women who value beauty, art, and elevation does something to your nervous system. It changes the way you move through the world. Not in a competitive way, but in a way creation which encourages you to find the confidence to express your true self.
An ‘expensive friend’ will help you upgrade your life in various areas such as:
1. Your Interiors
They’ll invite you over for brunch, and you’ll leave wanting to buy marble coasters, linen napkins, and a new teapot.
They have signature candles (not seasonal ones from the high street)
They use matching plates, the right glasses for different types of drinks, even on casual days
They decorate with intent, not whats trending
Being in their space is like being in a boutique hotel: warm, intentional, lived-in but still so sophisticated.
2. Your Travel Habits
They don't do “just anywhere.” They do somewhere.
They suggest hidden gem design-led hotels, not the basic resort with awful bedding. They want somewhere with a balcony and panoramic views
They create Pinterest boards for the trips before even booking flights
They pick destinations based on art, cuisine, and beauty, not just what’s going viral on TikTok
You’ll notice yourself checking out boutique stays or obsessing over restaurant bookings in Deia.
3. Your Beauty Rituals
They might not wear a full face of makeup every day, but somehow their skin glows. Their hair looks like it was done on purpose.
They treat facials and fragrance layering like a lifestyle
They invest in premium skincare products, not because of a trend, but because of a standard
They own their signature beauty look
Spending time with them will have you reaching for serums, ditching the drugstore mascara, and scheduling your Hydrafacial without guilt.
4. Your Style
They dress like every outfit is a moodboard.
Think minimal, but sensual. Tailored, but soft. Expensive, but never brash.
They know their silhouettes, their materials, and their go-to colours
They shop less, but smarter, investing in quality over quantity
They prefer no logos or monograms or any other piece that screams “Look at the name on this”
Soon you’ll find yourself editing your wardrobe, craving capsule pieces, and giving up fast fashion without a second thought.
How to Know You’re Ready for Expensive Friends
Here’s the thing about expensive friends, they don’t force you to level up. They invite you to. And you’ll know you’re ready when you start choosing:
Timeless pieces over fast fashion threads
A museum day over another brunch chain
Elevated silence over the chaotic company
You’ll start investing in your own experiences the way they do. Because being around them makes you want to live better, not just look like you do.
Finally…
If your life is a visual diary, your friends are the supporting characters. Choose women who take it to another level.
And if you’re reading this thinking, “I don’t have any expensive friends”, you know what to do to become the first one.
You’ll attract them naturally. Because taste recognises taste. And expensive isn’t about price, it’s about presence.
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