Few trends are as long-lasting as minimalism . Minimalist fashion isn’t just a fad, it represents a complete idea of clothing. Minimalism is all about stripping down your wardrobe down to the basics, creating a capsule wardrobe full of essentials, and matching those essentials in a variety of ways until you have a whole bunch of simple outfits to choose from. It’s the most effective form of fashion: your wardrobe is meant to compliment you, not to make a statement.
Our collective love of minimalism peaked a few years ago, and it has continued ever since. I mean, I don’t think I’ll ever have too many pairs of fresh white sneakers in my closet! And white t-shirts? They are essential! While minimalism is popular in the world of street style and home décor, it hasn’t stopped the overwhelming appeal of minimalism. I’ll never give up on incorporating some neutrals into a stylish, versatile “fit”.
The thing is, appreciating minimalist fashion and incorporating it into everyday life are two very, very different things. The latter actually requires effort! You’ll have to thoroughly clean out your wardrobe, create the aforementioned capsule wardrobe, and then come up with enough combinations to help you get through. Just when you think you’ve achieved the perfect understated outfit, something – an event, an inspirational photo, something – can make you realize that you’ve completely neglected to stock up on the basics that are essential in your minimalist wardrobe.
What’s the best way to figure out what you need to buy? Determine what you really want to wear. And the easiest way to achieve this is to look at all the minimalist clothing inspiration you can get, which is exactly why I’ve put together a visual guide with all the best minimalist fashion clothing I’ve ever seen, courtesy of the Fashion Street Style Set.
The key to making minimalist clothing fun is to add texture. A combination of a classic blazer and a white t-shirt is a relatively basic outfit – a knitted miniskirt is the key to elevating that look.
If you’re partial to neutral tones, then you probably already have a minimalist style. Push your comfort zone a little beyond and opt for an almost unisex piece. This pastel green/yellow trench coat is the perfect example and will give your look a touch of style.
This may be a controversial point, but you should be able to wear white all year round! These white slacks add a gorgeous structure to this simple outfit and are suitable for summer or even winter (I love the white color of winter!). Sue me! )。
When it comes to simple outfits, accessories are always my first choice. Just change the accessories and you’ll be able to change your look. This photo is a great example of this, as the silk scarf creates a Parisian vibe, especially when paired with elegant sheer leggings and pointed-toe shoes.
Once the temperature drops, you’ll find me wearing an ankle-length coat until May returns. This silhouette never goes out of style, delicate yet a little dramatic. You can’t go wrong with wearing it over a simple sweater and jeans.
Monochromatic or tonal styling is preferred by minimalist dressers. This photo showcases the perfect combination of gray and chocolate brown tones to create an urban and earthy look. If you’re running out of outfit ideas, try combining similar colors in your wardrobe – you might be surprised at how many new looks you can create!
I love this street style outfit photo because it highlights a seemingly obvious outfit that I never considered! A white t-shirt with a button-down shirt and white jeans looks smart and sophisticated. It’s a simple outfit, but the attention to detail makes it eye-catching!
The goddess Grece Ghanem has always been one of the stars of Copenhagen’s street style. The look is fantastic. A simple red cropped hoodie and baggy straight-leg jeans.
Minimalism has a reputation for seriousness, but that’s not fair. The outfit features a silver sequined midi skirt and sneakers, which is both fun and serious.
The Row is one of those brands that may seem low-key but fans can tell it at a glance. I’m a little obsessed with their recently introduced A-line trench coat. Paired with Dries Van Noten’s open-toed heels, I was simply hooked.