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How to dress as basic as Elon Musk for under $100

The Tesla CEO may be rich AF, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend a fortune to look like him. These affordable pieces can give you his minimal style.

SpaceX owner and Tesla CEO Elon Musk (R) gestures as he arrives on the red carpet for the Axel Sprin...
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Since Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk entered the tech scene, the original tech bro uniform — Steve Job’s humble turtleneck and jeans — has been upgraded in a variety of ways. While Bezos prefers to explore his options, including astronaut suit and cowboy hat pairings, Musk has his own style down to a T (which here, stands for Tesla).

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Although he’s touted laughable fashion items — including “S3XY” booty shorts and a big-ass Tesla belt buckle — Musk keeps his everyday style fairly simple, opting for black tees, jeans, and loafers. You can easily replicate his look with just these eight pieces under $100, as well as the insufferable attitude that comes with being the second richest person in the world.

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PAISLEY BANDANA, $15

In tune with his privilege, Elon often refuses to wear a real mask, instead opting to cover his smug mug with black bandanas. This one should give you the same look, especially if you choose to mainly wear it around your neck.

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UNTUCKit

Ultrasoft Black Tee, $39

With a growing list of Tesla malfunctions to manage, Musk doesn’t have time to mull over complicated outfits. Channel his simple, monochromatic style with this classic black tee.

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Classic Elon.

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NEW BALANCE NB NUMERIC TOM KNOX 440, $80

Keep the monochromatic theme going with a pair of all-black leather sneakers. Pair with mirrored sunglasses, a leather moto jacket, and an estranged pop star ex to get the full look.

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Konus

Leather Moto Jacket, $99

To look somewhat like a car expert, Elon has made the leather moto jacket a signature style in his wardrobe. Though his own is likely thousands of dollars, you can get the same look with this discounted version.

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Strike a pose.

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EVERMORE Silver Sunglasses, $89

Block out the haters like Elon with a pair of mirrored sunglasses. Style with a black baseball hat and a bandana for ultimate incognito vibes.

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River Island

Black skinny fit smart trousers, $49

Pair your collection of black tees with an equally dark pair of form-fitting pants. Don’t forget to hold them up with this Giga Texas Belt Buckle.

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Keep it minimal.

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Black Logo Cap, $61

On the rare occasion that Musk accessories, he’ll keep things minimal with a black baseball cap. This one features a tonal “system” graphic to remind the billionaire what he’s constantly screwing.

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NOCTA

NIKE X NOCTA GOLF PRINTED POLO, $90

The futuristic web design of this golf button-up seems right up Elon’s alley. He’d probably style it with his usual black pants, black hat, and maybe even a pair of Yeezys before sending a fit pic to Ye for approval.

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