Minimalist Dressing, 4 Ways
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Written by: Amanda Chung
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Published on: August 25, 2022
Fashion editor: Sandra Slusarczyk
Photo courtesy of Matin
The appeal of minimalism lies in its simplicity. But pared-back doesn’t have to mean plain. We’ve pulled together four styling strategies to help you nail the less-is-more look—plus, all the very-best-quality black-and-white basics your closet could need.
LEAN INTO TEXTURE
Texture is the easiest lever to pull when you’re running low on styling inspiration. Whether you do a little (plissé button-up instead of classic shirting) or a lot (silk slacks, chunky vest, woven leather bag in hand), the end result is always chic.
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Wolf Circus
ring
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Saie
Slip Tint
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St. Agni
vest
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Totême
Slacks
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Bembien
bag
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Totême
sandals
Totême, $420SHOP NOW
GO WIDE
You might already have a pair of wide-leg trousers hanging in your closet. But are they tailored to perfection with soft pleats that add movement to every step? Balance the proportions with a slim sweater or a streamlined bodysuit.
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ST. AGNI SHIRT, goop, $257;
G. LABEL JOHNSON BODYSUIT, goop, $185;
G. LABEL FAHN HIGH-WAISTED PLEATED PANTS, goop, $495
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G. Label
Fiene Yellow Gold and Pavé Ear Cuff
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Westman Atelier
brow pencil
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G. Label
Johnson Bodysuit
goop, $185SHOP NOW -
G. Label
Fahn High-Waisted Pleated Pants
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Staud
bag
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Emme Parsons
sandals
goop, $395SHOP NOW
PLAY WITH JUXTAPOSITIONS
A double-breasted blazer and matching cigarette pants mean business, but the real KPI of a power suit is how well it dresses down. Offset the buttoned-up vibes with casual-leaning footwear, like clean white sneakers (à la Gwyneth) or chunky-strap sandals.
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MARIA MCMANUS BLAZER, goop, $1,090;
MARIA MCMANUS PANTS, goop, $550;
A EMERY SANDALS, goop, $190;
MARIA MCMANUS SHIRT, goop, $480
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G. Label
deven link necklace
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G. Label
chidi lock charm
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Westman Atelier
blush stick
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Maria McManus
crew
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Maria McManus
blazer
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Maria McManus
pants
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Porte & Paire
Sandals
Net-a-Porter, $275SHOP NOW
COMMIT TO MONOCHROME
Dressing in the same hue head to toe will always look sleek. Case in point: a creamy, cropped workwear jacket and utility-minded mini or an inky-black tank and tube skirt.
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MARIA MCMANUS SHIRT, goop, $480;
MARIA MCMANUS SKIRT, goop, $420;
MATIN JACKET, goop, $589;
MATIN MINISKIRT, goop, $470
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Sheryl Lowe
Band
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ILIA
mascara
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Matin
jacket
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Matin
miniskirt
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Hereu
bag
Farfetch, $341SHOP NOW -
The Row
Sandals
Net-a-Porter, $925SHOP NOW
MORE MINIMALIST PICKS
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G. Label
Marney French-Striped Shirt
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AGOLDE
Jeans
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DeMellier
Bag
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G. Label
Jasper Cuffed Shorts
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St. Agni
Shirt
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By Pariah
Gold Linings Ring
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Proenza Schouler White Label
Dress
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G. Label
Brigette buckle ring
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G. Label
Reid Three-Hoop Earrings
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G. Label
Djenaba Shirtdress
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Matin
Tank
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Totême
flip-flops
Totême, $350SHOP NOW
Related Reading
The Case for a Minimal (and Mindful) Closet
Maximalism for Minimalists
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