After the excess of the festive season, there’s something cathartic about editing your closet, organizing the clothes you keep, and paring down what you have into only what you will love and wear. It’s time to get into a minimalist mindset. While a minimalist wardrobe looks incredibly stylish year-round, we love this way of dressing for winter because you can really lean into beautiful neutrals while adding layers of texture to ensure your outfits are understated but never boring. Let’s get started with a minimal winter capsule giving you all the minimal winter outfits you need this season.
Eugenia @theeageofgrace above shows how to add interest to minimalist style with shape and subtle print.
Get her look with this similar scarf cape, top, jeans, mules, handbag and sunglasses.
Brands to shop if you love minimalism
If you already love minimalism, or you’re thinking of channelling a minimalist style aesthetic this season, then these are some of the brands to browse.
- COS – for everyday timeless elegance and interesting shapes
- MANGO – Mango is increasingly catering to minimalists and those who have an architectural style personality
- Everlane – quality basics to form the backbone of your
- Reiss – minimalism meets classic style
- Eileen Fisher – designed to that everything goes with everything, so you can add new to past season seamlessly
- Karen Millen – caters for maximalism and minimalism. Everything from ornate and glamorous to minimalist and understated
Sylvia @sylviacolella above opts for neutrals and adds a little shape, texture and print.
Recreate her outfit with this similar sweater, skirt, boots and handbag.
Minimalist winter outfits
We’ve chosen a minimalist capsule of outfits – featuring tops, coats, pants, dresses, shoes, and accessories. You can create so many outfits from these deceptively simple items that you won’t need to add anything else to your closet.
tops
When it comes to your tops, you really can’t beat a crisp, classic white shirt for going with everything. Wrap styles and asymmetry not only add interest but they’re also super flattering, while we love the elegant look of turtlenecks in a minimal wardrobe.
COS Collarless Cotton Shirt – MANGO Rider Wrap Satin Shirt – MANGO Draped Neck Top – MANGO Asymmetrical Satin Top
Nordstrom Wool & Cashmere Cardigan – MANGO Asymmetrical Satin Top – PAIGE Leenah Welt Pocket High Waist Wide Leg Jeans – COACH Sculpted C Kitten Heel Booties – COS Envelope Bag – Ana Luisa Harley Double Hoop Earrings – Echo Double Face Scarf
sweaters
Turtleneck sweaters look elegant and stylish, and fit the minimalist aesthetic perfectly. Neutral cardigans are also perfect to throw on over your tops for more casual days.
Vince Boiled Cashmere Funnel Neck Pullover – Reiss Brooklyn Wool & Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater – Nordstrom Wool & Cashmere Cardigan – Nordstrom Long Fuzzy Alpaca Blend Cardigan
Abi @stealmystyle40 above opts for an all-neutral outfit, but combines different textures for a stylish look.
Steal her look with this similar sweater, pants (another option here), sneakers and handbag.
Jackets and coats
When it comes to your jackets and coats, a long, sleek neutral wool coat is a must. Then add a shorter jacket, or blazer, depending on how formal you want to go. A cape sticks to the minimalist look you’re going for while also adding shape.
COS Scuba Track Jacket – COS Double-faced Merino Wool Scarf Cape – London Fog Wool Blend Longline Coat – Bernardo Tie Waist Coat
London Fog Wool Blend Longline Coat – Vince Boiled Cashmere Funnel Neck Pullover – Zella Ottoman Wide Leg Ankle Pants – Cole Haan Grandpro Breakaway Sneakers – COS Envelope Bag – Ana Luisa Harley Double Hoop Earrings
Pants and jeans
A pair of black pants, blue jeans, and cream bottoms will go with absolutely everything. You can always add a touch of texture and a little hint of the rockstar personality, too, with a pair of neutral leather pants.
PAIGE Leenah Welt Pocket High Waist Wide Leg Jeans – PAIGE Cindy High Waist Crop Straight Leg Jeans – Karen Millen Leather Tailored Straight Leg Trouser – Zella Ottoman Wide Leg Ankle Pants
Nikki @midlifechic above shows how you can add a pop of color to your minimalist outfit by keeping everything else simple and structured.
Steal her look with this similar jacket, top, jeans (another option here), sneakers, handbag and earrings.
dresses and skirts
For your minimalist dresses, look for sleek styles in neutral or understated styles. Sweater and dress combinations will ensure that everything feels pulled together.
Nordstrom Long Sleeve Faux Wrap Satin Shirtdress – Karen Kane Kate Long Sleeve Travel Jersey Midi Dress – AllSaints Juno Long Sleeve 2-in-1 Sweater & Slipdress – MANGO A-Line Skirt
AllSaints Juno Long Sleeve 2-in-1 Sweater & Slipdress – Rockport Cobb Hill Naina Knee High Boots – COS Folio Leather Mini Bag – HEAVEN MAYHEM Solene Choker Charm Bundle
Shoes and boots
For winter, a couple of pairs of boots – one knee, one ankle – plus a pair of sneakers and a smarter pair of shoes will take you to most occasions.
Rockport Chase Mary Jane Pumps – Cole Haan Grandpro Breakaway Sneakers – COACH Sculpted C Kitten Heel Booties – Rockport Cobb Hill Naina Knee High Boots
Karen @styledbykaren above chooses shades of burgundy and gray for a simple yet stylish look.
Recreate her outfit with this similar top, skirt, boots, scarf and sunglasses.
accessories
For your accessories, keep everything minimal, so look for envelope style bags and those which combine the handle into the shape rather than anything too fussy. Keep your jewelry sleek too, and you can always add some subtle color blocking with your scarf.
COS Envelope Bag – COS Folio Leather Mini Bag – COS Wide Cuff – HEAVEN MAYHEM Solene Choker Charm Bundle – Hollywood Sensation Isabella Eternal Teardrop Dome Earrings – Ana Luisa Harley Double Hoop Earrings – Echo Double Face Scarf
Bernardo Tie Waist Coat – MANGO Draped Neck Top – MANGO A-Line Skirt – Rockport Chase Mary Jane Pumps – COS Folio Leather Mini Bag – COS Wide Cuff – HEAVEN MAYHEM Solene Choker Charm Bundle
Your winter minimal outfits together in one capsule
Below, you can see some of our minimalist choices from above together in one capsule. You can easily switch everything around to create many more outfits from these clothes, shoes, and accessories, showing you don’t need a huge wardrobe to have a stylish one.
What do you think about a minimal way of dressing for winter? Which of these minimal winter outfits is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below
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Continue reading:
- A capsule wardrobe for the minimal style personality
- How a minimal wardrobe need not be boring
- Luxe loungewear outfits for cozy winter days at home
Feature image by Sylvia @sylviacolella
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