How To Nail That Rich Boy Style Like Harry From Materialists

There’s a particular breed of man that director Celine Song has crafted in Materialists. The romantic comedy about a matchmaker who views dating through the lens of financial compatibility and finds her relationship with a man overshadowed by the sudden arrival of an ex, starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal.

Johnson plays Lucy, a woman who flits between two wildly different men: Harry, a self-satisfied venture capitalist in crisp tailoring played by Pedro Pascal, and John Pitts (Chris Evans), a soft-spoken struggling actor with a gentle wardrobe to match.

What director Celine Song does masterfully (again, following Past Lives) is dissect the emotional transactions of relationships while Lucy is seeking a partner like her elite clients who are financially secure. Song's elite man, Harry looks like he knows what a convertible note is and the price of a proper linen blend.

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Played by Pedro Pascal with a knowing smirk and a too-expensive haircut, Harry is the type of guy who dresses like he just walked out of a Zurich boardroom and into a Soho House brunch without ever breaking a sweat.

Set in a New York that smells like wealth and espresso, Materialists explores the transactional nature of love. Money is the love language, and clothes are the dialect. While Dakota Johnson’s Lucy toggles between two men —Harry, the sleek venture capitalist, and John, the sensitive actor with earnest flannel energy—it’s Harry’s wardrobe that screams power.

Power without trying. Money without logos. Desire without effort. Quiet Luxury? No. Deadpan Wealth.

Fashion in the film is a currency in itself. While, the relationship between John and Lucy highlights a little bit of cool, practical dressing where wearing a pair of Nike sneakers and white socks under a floral yellow dress is acceptable, we see a different side of Lucy when she mingles with the elite.

Harry's tailoring is sharp, not in the flexing manner, and definitely no dopamine dressing. His vibe is simple: I have a business dinner at seven, but I’ll ghost you before dessert if the term sheet comes through. He is what Lucy calls a 'unicorn', a man who has it all and appears too good to be true.

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So, while to emulate Harry’s look, you don’t need to be rich, you do need to be convincing of your taste in style and aspirations that match the lifestyle. Because nothing about Harry’s clothes look newly bought. They look owned. He’s not discovering style. He’s inheriting it.

Let’s break it down.

The Coat That Says You Don’t Take Ubers, You Get Picked Up

Think calf-grazing, structured, and silent in camel or charcoal. Harry’s overcoat is a statement piece, but it’s saying something only other rich people can hear. It’s probably Loro Piana. If not, it’s pretending to be. The trick? Look for one that swishes ever so slightly when you walk. Drama is allowed—if it’s lined with cashmere.

The Knit That Hugs You Like a Bonus Check

The knit polo, turtleneck or a jumper is Harry’s secret weapon. Monochrome. Italian. Never clingy, never baggy. Think tonal layers. Ivory on oatmeal. Charcoal on grey. He’s never not matching the lighting of the room. No logos, no loud patterns—just enough texture to show you know. It speaks of his personality, so when you go shopping next, have these things in mind.

Trousers That End Where They’re Meant To

Harry doesn’t do bunching. His trousers are cropped to show just a sliver of ankle, not enough to be risky, but just enough to make you wonder how high his rent is. Go for pleated, tapered, and earth-toned—walnut, stone, slate. Never khaki. Khaki is for interns. He is not an intern.

The Shoes That Don’t Get Dirty Because They Don’t Walk That Much

For dates: pristine white Common Projects or minimalist sneakers-clean enough to eat a microgreen salad off. For meetings or breaking someone’s heart gently: sleek loafers or suede derbies. Think Celine Homme or Berluti. His shoes say, I know how to order Burgundy without checking the price.

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The Accessories You Notice Three Seconds Too Late

There’s always a watch. Likely a vintage Vacheron Constantin or a steel Cartier Santos with a story behind it. Maybe an Hermes belt, but subtle. A weekender bag from The Row, possibly. The kind of accessories that tell you he’s not just rich, he’s old money. So, a ring with some sentimental value can also work.

Don't Go After Trends, Curate Them

Harry is tension wrapped in wool. He is a man who probably irons his socks. His style isn’t just about looking good, it's also about looking like you have better things to do. You don’t need Harry’s bank account to channel his energy. You just need to invest in three things: fit, fabric, and self-belief.

So next time you’re headed to a wine bar or casually bumping into an ex at an art fair, ask yourself: What would Harry wear? Then subtract the ego, add some Italian tailoring, and walk like your stocks just split.