25 Minimalist Outfit Ideas for a Stylish, Timeless Look

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From the aesthetic elements to the styles they represent, all minimalist outfits have a timeless appeal.

The sartorial mindset of minimalist fashion is linked to sustainable clothing, mindful shopping, and a way of dressing bypassing the current trends.

In this article, we’ll showcase 25 minimalist outfit ideas to inspire you to adopt minimalism in your unique and stylish way of dressing.




1. Black on Black

Black On Black Minimalist Outfit
Black On Black Minimalist Outfit

What’s a more sophisticated and chic look than the all-time favorite black-on-black ensemble?

This minimalist clothing style offers versatility and can be worn year-round in every imaginable scenario.

Opt for a total black tailored suit with enough volume to make a visual statement, a simple, slim-fitted pair of jeans, and a matching sleeveless top for your casual strolls in the city.

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Wool long Sweater Coat in black sleeveless RIB WIDE LEG JUMPSUIT in black

 




2. White on White

All White Minimalist Outfit
White on White Minimalist Outfit

Off-white outfits connote a sense of cleanliness and elegance that cannot be matched.

Pair wide-leg pants with a basic T-shirt or an intricate bra, and top it off with a breezy white blazer.

Some great off-white men’s minimalist outfit ideas include a fitted white polo shirt or a simple white t-shirt styled with white jeans, tailored trousers, or chinos.

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WHITE WOVEN POCKET DOUBLE BREASTED BLAZER WHITE WOVEN HIGH WAISTED TAILORED WIDE LEG PANTS

3. White Shirtdresses

Minimalist Style White Midi Shirtdress
Minimalist Style White Midi Shirtdress

It’s no coincidence that every style icon has been spotted wearing a crisp, tailored white midi shirtdress.

Add a belt to your waist for a unique touch, and get the look finalized with a pair of lace-up sandals.

For smart casual dressing, pair up your shirtdress with sneakers, roll up the sleeves, and don’t forget to grab a blazer in case the weather gets too chilly.

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white round neck button up collarless shirtdress white v neck button up midi shirtdress

4. Androgynous Oversized Suits

Oversized Minimalist Suits
Oversized Minimalist Suits

Oversized shoulder pad suits are used to create an Androgynous dressing style.

Remaining celebrities’ favorite minimalist style, fashion insiders wear them on repeat to showcase individual, flattering styles.

The purposefully ill-fitting large shoulder pad suits can be styled with shirts or peek-a-boo bras.

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men's oversized suit in mushroom twill sage green Lapel Neck Flap Detail Blazer & Flare Leg Pants




5. Trench Coats with School Pants

Minimalist Style Trench Coats
Minimalist Style Trench Coats

Minimalist-style trench coats are ideal trans-seasonal outerwear pieces.

Match them with knitwear or streetwear hoodies and chunky boots.

Color-wise, the styling choices are endless: classic camel or beige coats are great with jeans, button-up shirts, and even plain t-shirts with leggings.

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khaki tan beige Linen midi Trench Coat High waist tailored brown Pants

6. Oversized Shirts with Baloon Pants

Minimalist Style Oversized Shirts
Minimalist Style Oversized Shirts

Who would have thought oversized shirts and balloon pants could look so clean and sophisticated?

Wear your oversized shirt unbuttoned with a bralette and a pair of all-black trousers, layer it with a high-waisted skirt and sneakers, or wear it half-tucked in your denim showers.

Also, these minimalist-style clothes can be the perfect seaside staple; oversized shirts in white or pastel are great for a cover-up on the beach.

The minimalist approach and quality pieces in sustainable fabrics are suitable for formal occasions.

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Women's White Button Up Drop Shoulder Oversized Shirt women's Linen Tapered balloon Pant




7. Tank Tops with Palazzo Pants

Brown Wide Leg Pants With White Tanks Minimalist Style Outfits
Brown Wide Leg Pants With White Tanks Minimalist Style Outfits

A Boho style staple, brown wide-leg trousers are almost as versatile as your go-to denim because of their wear-me-everywhere neutral-colored hue.

This beloved minimalist style clothing staple can be worn with white tees and tops and navy blue, turquoise, and pale blue, depending on your aesthetic.

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women's white Rib Tank top Slant Pockets Zipper Fly Palazzo Pants

8. Baggy Jeans with Collared Shirt

Minimalist Raw Denim Jeans
Minimalist Raw Denim Jeans

Raw denim jeans have the perfect crease and three-dimensional shape to make your look distinctive.

They also add a touch of streetwear style to your minimalist outfit.

From skinny to boot cut to straight leg and flares, this minimalist style of clothing can match all your wardrobe staples, from sweaters and t-shirts to trench coats and blazers.

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Balloon Sleeve v neck collar Shirt navy loose Cargo Jeans




9. Two-Tone Jumpsuits

Minimalist Style Two-Tone Jumpsuits
Minimalist Style Two-Tone Jumpsuits

Two-tone jumpsuits make the minimalist style appear put together and modern, like its dress code.

It would be best to opt for contrasting shades that clash most pleasantly.

Jumpsuits can be worn daily with a simple, monochromatic blazer or a leather jacket to add more edge.

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Striped Print Surplice Neck Wide Leg Jumpsuit MONOCHROME STRIPE FLARE LEG JUMPSUIT

10. Oversized Blazers with Ankle-High Pants

Minimalist Style Oversized Casual Chic Blazer
Minimalist Style Oversized Casual Chic Blazer

Blazers are heavy hitters that can offer endless outfit possibilities, be worn year-round, and exude confidence.

We’ve seen thousands of certifiable style icons tapping into power-dressing with minimalist-style clothing in dark or sometimes neutral shades.

Style it with a classic t-shirt and a pair of jeans for ankle-length tailored trousers to add a modern twist to the trusted suit.

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EXTREME OVERSIZED SHOULDER PAD POCKET BLAZER Silk green Paperbag ankle-high Pant




11. Leather Pants with Heeled Boots

Minimalist Style Leather Pants
Minimalist Style Leather Pants

From the moment Elvis Presley managed to turn leather trousers into a full-on fashion trend back in the 60s fashion, leather pants have proven their sartorial power time and time again.

With neutral tones and simple designs, this minimalist clothing style is loved by men and women alike.

Often styled with plain cropped tees and oversized blazers, it also goes well with matching leather jackets for an extra edge.

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12. Monochrome Puff Sleeves

Minimalist Style Puff Sleeves
Minimalist Style Puff Sleeves

Puff sleeves are the best way to give minimalist aesthetic clothes a trend-driven oomph without forgoing simplicity.

Whether a tailored button-up shirt or a flirty cocktail dress with puff sleeves, this silhouette gives subtle hints of femininity without stepping into the girly aesthetic.

Style it with a work-appropriate pair of wool trousers or a dress from sustainable materials and lace-up heels to create a sleek look.

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Women's Mock Neck Lantern Sleeve Top in brown BINDING WAIST PUFF LONG SLEEVE SHIFT DRESS




13. Knee Length Shorts and Shirts

Minimalist Style Knee Length Shorts
Minimalist Style Knee Length Shorts

Knee-length shorts are the ultimate minimalist style for smart casual spring and summer outings.

Rock them with a button-up shirt and sneakers, and layer them with an oversized blazer for the ultimate off-duty look.

Knee-length shorts are the most coveted minimalist clothes men love styling with simple t-shirts and casual button-ups due to their versatility and all-day comfort.

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Silk Pocket Front Cropped Shirt in beige Patched Slant Pockets knee high Shorts in beige

14. Black and White

Minimalist Black & White
Minimalist Black & White

Much like total black and white, black and white ensembles look sophisticated, bold, and sharp on every occasion.

Contrasting minimalist style clothes are the ultimate monochrome combinations for day and night.

To master this style, wear a classic black turtleneck with a white skirt.

Or, wear an all-white men’s suit with black detailing at the top for a more formal occasion.

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fitted waist blazer in ivory slit Asymmetrical midi Skirt in black




15. Mini-dress With High Boots

Minimalist Style Mini-dress With High Boots
Minimalist Style Mini-dress With High Boots

Mini-dress with high boots, the influencer-approved look that always manages to stay at the top of the minimalist fashion trends.

Opt for a pair of leather or suede boots, throw on your monochromatic mini-dress, and layer it with a neutral-colored trench coat if the weather gets too chilly.

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Tall Plunging Neck Ruched Bodycon Dress BLACK FAUX LEATHER ROUND TOE BLOCK HEEL OVER THE KNEE BOOTS

16. Ankle Leather Boots with Blazer

Minimalist Style Ankle Boots
Minimalist Style Ankle Boots with Blazer outfits

Ankle boots elongate the legs and are perfect for cropped jeans, midi skirts, and wide-leg shorts.

Pair your ankle boots with a tailored blazer, and finish the look with a maxi satin dress or a shortsuit for your next summer ensemble.

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leather blocked heeled ankle boots in black BASIC WOVEN TURN CUFF RELAXED FIT BLAZER




17. Mules or Loafers with High-Waist Ankle Pants

Minimalist Style Sleek Leather Loafers and Mules
Minimalist Style Sleek Leather Loafers and Mules

For die-hard minimalists, leather mules and loafers are the shoes in your all-year-round rotation.

From chunky white loafers and fur-adorned mules to plain black styles with subtle gold detailing, these shoes match your minimalist aesthetic clothes to a T.

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DAYSHA BLACK CROPPED FAUX LEATHER PANTS CHUNKY SOLE PU LOAFER in black

18. Unicolor Outfit with Matching Sandals

Minimalist Style Sandals
Minimalist Style Sandals

A quality pair of minimalist-style sandals is timeless, even more so if the color and silhouette work with both morning and evening looks.

Wear white, black, or beige hues with a shallow heel like a classic buckle sandal or a modern flip flop.

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FUNNEL NECK THICK SEAMFREE GYM TOP in black CARGO MINI SKIRT in black BLACK FAUX LEATHER CRISS CROSS ROUND BUCKLE SANDALS



19. Bulky Sneakers with Oversized Jackets

Minimalist Style outfits with White Sneakers
Minimalist Style Outfits With White Chunky Sneakers

White “ugly” sneakers have become a spale in women’s minimalist wardrobes worldwide.

Choose intricate styles with exaggerated soles in neutral colors (preferably all white ) to match your existing minimalist-style clothes lineup.

From jeans and oversized hoodies to full-on suits, these shoes easily add an extra edge to every outfit.

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Urban Renewal Vintage Deadstock Dye Effect Trench Coat sneakers in sesame and hemp beige

20. Genderless Silhouettes

Minimalist Boxi Silhouette Outfits
Minimalist Boxi Silhouette Outfits

Oversized blazers are not the only boxy genderless silhouettes you can incorporate into your minimalist wardrobe.

Opt for a total white look with an oversized button-up shirt and balance the flowing look of a pair of wide-leg shorts.

“Heavy” knee-length skirts and oversized shirts are yet another fantastic minimalist style for men and women.

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Collar midi Dress in beige Straight-Leg Crop




21. Knit Dresses

Minimalist Style Knit Dress
Minimalist Style Knit Dress

Chic, sophisticated, and timeless knit dresses allow for comfort and easy movement – the most important aspects of a winning minimalist style wardrobe.

Add a belt to define your waist, or wear it oversized with nude heels, over-the-knee boots, or sneakers.

Either way, knit dresses are perfect for dressing up or down with other seasonal items from your minimal wardrobe.

Go for colors like tan, beige, white, gray, black, and blue that go well with brown clothes.

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PETITE TIE FRONT KNITTED MIDI DRESS HIGH NECK CUT OUT KNITTED MAXI dress

22. V-necks With Midi Skirt

Minimalist Style Midi Skirt
Minimalist Style Midi Skirt

Whether pleated, wrapped, a line, or skin-tight, midi skirts are all year-round appropriate.

Rock it with a white crop top or a tucked-in oversized shirt; layer it with neutral-colored trench coats, or wear it with your trusted turtleneck during office and leisure hours.

Midi skirts look fantastic with pumps, sneakers, lace-up sandals, boots, and everything else.

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cropped satin wrapped blouse in white SATIN FLUID MIDAXI SKIRT

23. Turtlenecks with Fitted Pants

Minimalist Style Fitted Turtlenecks
Minimalist Style Fitted Turtlenecks

This season-defying staple can be tucked in skirts or paired with 90s-style comfy flair jeans and work-appropriate tailored trousers.

Turtlenecks look fantastic with blazers, neutral-colored coats, and leather jackets, so rest assured that you’ll be able to pull off multiple minimalist-style clothing glances.

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HIGH NECK LONG SLEEVE TOP Hourglass slim skim cigarette pant in black




24. Oversized Knits and Flared Pants

Monochromatic Chunky Oversized Knits Minimalist Style
Monochromatic Chunky Oversized Knits Minimalist Style

Monochromatic chunky oversized knits are a must-have for special occasions and in every winter capsule wardrobe.

Cozy chic sweaters in pastel and neutral colors can be styled with everything from skinny jeans and sneakers to tailored trousers and boots.

These ‘layerable’ minimalist outfits look fantastic underneath a wrap camel coat during the coldest days.

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Cashmere Ribbed Turtleneck sweater ankle lenght Cropped Flare Pants

25. Tonal Dressing Style

Minimalist Style Tonal dressing
Minimalist Style Tonal dressing

Despite the word “minimalist,” not every outfit must be black, white, or neutral; on the contrary!

Tonal dressing is a great way to express your minimalist style with various colors.

Wear clothes in similar shades (like sky blue or royal blue) to create a coordinated look.

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About Minimalist Style

Simplicity, clean lines, and monochromatic color palettes characterize minimalist style.

The minimalist style is used preponderantly in fashion and architecture, and in both cases, it focuses on simple shapes, colors, and light texture as the cores of the basic design.

Minimalist outfits are free of aesthetic patterns and stylistic elements pointing to other fashion styles or subcultures, retaining only the parts needed to compose a simple yet beautiful outfit.

Most outfits cataloged as belonging to a minimalist fashion style comprise monochromatic colors and functional garments. However, minimalism in fashion has another meaning as the antithesis of the consumerist narrative.

Driven by the “quality over quantity” mantra, the minimalist way of dressing is far from boring and plain.

A modern minimalist fashion style comprises clothes in neutral colors that can be worn on every occasion, ensuring stylistic unity and option neutrality.

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