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At a time when investing in clothing that is versatile and made to last seems so important, minimalist style is more attractive than ever. And while wardrobe staples and these timeless essentials are a great start to laying the foundation for a no-fail, no-fuss wardrobe, there are still a few spring trends that even the most minimal of minimalists wouldn’t be able to pass up. These solid, elegant silhouettes and neutral, wear-everywhere accessories will fall effortlessly into place with your current wardrobe. From knitted separates and elevated basics to chunky chain jewelry, shop five spring trends minimalists are loving this season.
Knockout Knits
Coordinating separates just got a whole lot cozier thanks to the top-to-bottom knits trend. You can now (appropriately) dress entirely in soft cashmeres and ribbed wools thanks to relaxed yet thoughtful design elements and chic silhouettes that are similar to what you’d find in something with a bit more structure. Swap pleated skirts for full ribbed knit maxis, poplin shirting for soft polos, or stiff leather trousers for comfortable wide-leg pants. For the ultimate minimalist take, stick to shopping separates that fall under one color palette.
Bigger Bags
One of the biggest (no pun intended) spring 2020 accessories trends were supersized bags in soft, non-structured shapes — coined as the “big softie”. Both soft leather shopper totes and relaxed canvas weekenders can be used on a daily basis. While they are practical when you need to carry many things, these large bags will look just as chic if you have only a card wallet and lip balm stashed inside.
Short Suiting
The slouchy suit is no stranger to minimalist style. But this spring, its tailoring has been cut short, making the style particularly well-adapted to the warmer months. Whatever you want to call them — the bermuda short, the knee-length trouser, even culottes — these bottoms pair perfectly with spring’s blazers. Plus, the long-short silhouette works with both transitional footwear and spring’s key styles, like knee-high boots, clunky oxfords, and glam ‘90s sandals.
Novelty Necklines
Elevated basics is the name of the game when it comes to modern minimalism. Take these, otherwise basic knit tanks and tops for example. Their necklines have been twisted, slashed, and cut out to visual perfection. This spring, minimalists and it-girls alike will show off their décolletage in neat new ways. Simple scoop necks will no longer cut it.
Chunky Chainlinks
We saw the chunky chain strap emerge in September just before fashion month. It became one of the most popular bag trends of the season. It didn’t take long for the dramatically oversized chainlink to catch on beyond handheld accessories and make its way into the jewelry market. So it comes as no surprise that the seemingly heavy, large gold chain collars and arm candy from the likes of Bottega Veneta, Paco Rabanne, and Laura Lombardi were quickly adopted by minimalist aficionados and street style stars.
