Maximally minimalist

The hallmark of minimalism is the simplicity in design, the absence of color noise, and comfort. Without unnecessary words and details, this style has captured the hearts of many fashion enthusiasts since the Coco Chanel era. The iconic little black dress, comfortable trousers, and loose dresses designed by Gabrielle laid the foundation for comfortable fashion for women.

This theme was further promoted by designers Yohji Yamamoto and Issey Miyake, who upheld the culture of minimalism as a tradition of the Japanese people. Let’s delve into this philosophy in clothing.

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All genius lies in simplicity

Minimalism in clothing is about making simple items not just the basics in your wardrobe but also outfits for going out. You can look expensive, refined, and stylish without overloading the look with a plethora of decorative “enhancers” in clothing and accessories.

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Architecture of perception

Sharp silhouettes, simple lines, and forms are fundamental to minimalist clothing and interior design styles. The shapes can be irregular, and the lines can be non-linear – the key is for everything to be simple in perception and wearability.

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Minimalist layering

You can dress in layers like an “onion” and still adhere to the minimalist style. The main thing is to maintain a monochrome theme throughout the entire outfit.

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Color decides

It used to be that minimalism was all about black-and-white colors, with nothing bright or attention-grabbing. Today’s trends say otherwise: you can look minimalist in red or yellow. The sole focus of the outfit should be on the color itself.

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