WHAT IS MINIMALIST STYLE

BY ADRIANA AMIR

WHAT IS MINIMALIST STYLE 

Minimalism isn’t just a lifestyle choice, it can also be one’s personal style in how they dress and accessorise – think of the classic French woman’s style, and celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow and Victoria Beckham. It’s about having a minimalist aesthetic – this means sticking to a limited colour palette; having a simple silhouette to your clothing (no frou frou frills or wild prints, for example); and keeping accessories to a minimum. Adopting a minimalist style means having low-key but timeless pieces that work every day, no matter what’s fashionable at the time, and can make getting ready for the day pretty easy – as everything pretty much works together. Some “rules” that minimalist style enthusiasts follow:

• Keep a monochromatic wardrobe. Black and white are the dominant colours; accent colours tend to be grey, navy or blush.
• Stripes are the print of choice – again, in the neutral colours mentioned above.
• Tailoring is key – pieces should look as if they were made especially for you.
• Your idea of a going out dress is the LBD – in fact, it’s pretty much your go-to dress for any occasion.
• Interesting cuts are what elevates your minimalist style to something special – a boxy cut makes your tee anything but basic; flared sleeves give your white blouse some drama.
• Always have a black coat and a black leather handbag at the ready.
• Your shoe collection is mainly flats, slides or pumps, again in neutral colours – comfortable and ready to go at short notice.
• Keep jewellery simple yet personal – solitaire diamond earrings; a thin gold necklace with a tiny pendant; delicate rings. No chunky cocktail rings or necklaces emblazoned with your name.