The Royals was 10% the plot and 90% Ishaan Khatter—the abs, the sass, the wardrobe. The man who exuded the charm of Shahid Kapoor, his half-brother, in style, stole the screen both with and without his shirt.

Nothing about his character felt off sync. He looked as spoilt and carefree as a royal Maharaja is expected to be while casually parading his Christian Dior, Cartier and Audemars Piguet collection. But is that what you need to appear royal?

Looking expensive is about attitude, fit and knowing how to make simplicity look effortlessly elite—designer logos or dropping stacks of cash is not required. The real power move is walking into a room in a crisp tee and tailored pants and still commanding more attention than someone in a three-piece suit.

Just like Ishaan did in The Royals, here’s how you, too, can master the art of dressing casual… but make it millionaire energy.

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Before we even start with colours, fabrics, brands or budgets, we need to understand fit. The difference between a sloppy man and a stylish one is how his clothes fit.

What does that mean? In shirts, coats and tees, the seam of your shoulders should end exactly where your shoulders do—if it droops off, it’s too big.

Your shirt sleeves should end right at your wrist bone. Fabric should puddle in your hands.

Your pants should have a slight break at the ankle. In case of T-shirts and sweaters, the fabric should lightly hug your arms and chest. If your clothes are too tight, you’ll appear to be uncomfortable. If they’re too loose, you’ll look like the careless type.

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Have you ever noticed that elite men rarely wear neons or anything loud? It’s because neutral, muted, timeless colours create a more sophisticated, polished look.

Think navy blue suits, casual shirts and outerwear. Charcoal grey looks as powerful as black but is more versatile for different settings. White, light blue shirts appear clean, simple and classic. Earthy tones like tan, beige, brown and olive add depth and warmth without being flashy. And black is, of course, the ultimate power colour.

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As a high-value man, you need a closet stuffed with clothes you may or may not wear. You need a carefully curated selection of high-quality essentials. Instead of buying twenty cheap shirts, buy 3 well-tailored ones that are rich in material and making.

Here’s where your focus should be: a well-fitted navy/grey suit. Even if you don’t wear suits often, you need at least one that fits like a glove.

A group of high-quality leather shoes, a pair of clean white sneakers, brown loafers and black dress shoes can cover all possible occasions.

Do keep your wardrobe equipped with a good leather jacket as well—it’s timeless, masculine and edgy. Dark-washed jeans and tailored trousers are versatile when it comes to styling and events. Your baggy or distressed jeans should be replaced by them.

Also, make room for a tailored overcoat or a trench coat because they’re going to make you look super elite during winter. The idea is to choose fabrics that last long and drape well, rather than something that’s been popularised by fast-fashion trends.

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You can wear the most expensive, well-tailored outfit but if your shoes are trashy, you’ll instantly look sloppy. People judge you and form an impression in their heads about your personality based on your footwear.

So here’s the collection you must have:

White leather sneakers (clean, minimal, goes with all things casual)

Chelsea boots (sleek, stylish for both casual and semi-casual events)

Loafers (sophisticated, pair well with tailored trousers and jeans)

Black/brown dress shoes made in high-quality leather (minimal, clean)

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Details are the ones that take your style a level up.

Accessories: No need to over-accessorise, just keep a few well-chosen pieces handy to add class, such as a clean, elegant, timeless watch, leather belt matching your shoes and a signature perfume. If you’re keen on accessorising using rings, bracelets and necklaces, make sure to keep it minimal. They shouldn’t clash with your outfit and other extras.

Keep your beard neat, hair trimmed and clean. Invest in good skincare and walk with confidence.