So I too been on this thread for a while as a sleeper. I find it rather hillarious. From what I gathered, I seem to be a grandma on this forum - I'm 47, so I've seen my fair share of life. Also I always seem to be about at least two days behind on this forum - so many posts I can't keep up..
I find it rather sad that there are girls like Rose Glow (is that her name?) and the other one "Lady in Company" trying to "Level up"... they seem to have completely missed the point of what elegance and grace is. My motto in life has always been: it's not what you wear - it's how you wear it (and how one looks in what is worn). I have no shame in wearing an all black Zara outfit if it's put together nicely. My line of work has introduced me to many affluent ladies that date (or married) wealthy men and most of these are Alpha Females themselves. Even if they've not come from wealthy backgrounds themselves try to help out other (less fortunate) ladies to come into "their circle" (of friends or possibly even helping to match make with single wealthy men).
Something else I've noticed in life: (even rich) men couldn't care less what (brand) you wear or what name-brand of handbag you carry - as long as it looks presentable and put togehter nicely/elegantly. Most of them can't tell the difference between a Hermes or Celine bag anyway - and quite frankly, who cares? All of my rich lady friends walk around with non-branded items like a Celine or a small Bottega bag - simple yet stylish and insuspicious. Which is not to say they (men) can't tell a nicely tailored Loro Piana Blazer from a H&M blazer/dress.. of course they notice that. But many of my friends also wear a Zara or small boutique item they bought in Sevilla.. In my opinion: A woman wears a (certain) designer handbag to impress other women - not a man.
What you guys (in this forum) seem to forget - there are also rich older men around that look for a woman. And a lot of them had their arm-candy (and are now divorced) and are looking for a more stable relationship. So they're not looking for a pretty blonde young one - but rather a woman their age
Also I'd like to comment on the recent mentions of getting approached by men during shopping / museums / airports etc. Since I'm not 20 any longer - I don't know how it is for that generation, but in general, I do get approached by men and found that smart casual works better than uber fashionable chic.. Men are indimidated by women that seem to have "it all together" and/or high-flying career. But all this aside - my experience shows, rich men prefer a personal recommendation from within their (own trusted) circle. So knowing and moving with rich affluent women is far more lucrative in getting "hooked up" with a rich guy than sitting in a hotel lobby will ever be (b/c a true alpha female with not see you as competion but is interested in lifting you up - if she thinks you're worth it an polished enough)...
AND.. last words.. The truly rich (old money) will not usually marry Meghan.. that's a fairytale. They tend to stick to their own to preserve their wealth.