How to Be Stylish and a Minimalist
Less Really Is More
We’ve all been there: staring at a full closet and still feeling like we have nothing to wear. The truth is, having more clothes doesn’t always make getting dressed easier. At Linen & Spritz, we believe style comes from intention, not excess. Minimalist fashion isn’t about following a strict set of rules or wearing only black and white. It’s about choosing pieces you actually love, that fit your life, and that make you feel like yourself every single time you put them on.
If you're just starting your minimalist wardrobe journey, our post How to Build a Wardrobe That Lasts offers a great foundation for how to get started.
1. Start with What You Actually Wear
Think about your go-to pieces. The ones you reach for without hesitation because they just work. Maybe it’s your favorite pair of wide-leg trousers, a linen dress, or a relaxed tank you layer with everything. These are the foundation of your personal style. Instead of reinventing your closet, try building around what already works. Choose pieces that complement what you already wear often so everything feels easy to mix and match.
Here are some of our favorite go-to pieces:
2. Focus on Quality Over Quantity
Minimalism doesn’t mean owning less just for the sake of it. It means choosing well. One high-quality item that fits beautifully and holds up over time will always beat five trendy pieces that lose shape after a wash. Natural fabrics like linen not only feel better, they last longer. When you invest in something you truly love—whether it’s a pair of well-made pants or a versatile top—you’ll find yourself wearing it again and again, which is the whole point.
Below are some linen and cotton pieces we love and are great quality!
3. Create Outfit Formulas
Minimalist fashion is all about making life easier. That’s where outfit formulas come in. Think of them as your go-to combos you can repeat with small variations. For example: black linen pants, a white T-shirt, and sneakers. Or a cotton dress with sandals and a shoulder bag. When you find a few combinations that work for you, getting dressed becomes less about trial and error and more about feeling confident in what you already have.
Need help with outfit ideas? Check out our post 5 Linen Outfit Ideas for Everyday Style for more ways to keep your wardrobe simple and versatile.
4. Edit Often, Shop Intentionally
Clutter is the enemy of clarity. Take time every season to look at what’s actually getting worn and what’s just taking up space. Be honest with yourself: if you haven’t worn it in a year, do you really need to keep it? And when it comes to buying new pieces, try keeping a wishlist. That way, when you do shop, you’re doing it from a place of intention, not impulse. You’ll avoid the regret of one-time wears and build a closet you actually want to return to.
5. Style Is Simplicity + Personality
Minimalist doesn’t mean plain. It means edited. Your style still gets to reflect your personality. Love a little texture? Go for a crinkled linen or a nubby cotton. Prefer a pop of color? Add it in with your accessories or a single standout piece. Minimalism is about creating space for the things you love to stand out and letting go of the rest.
Add some personality to your closet with these fun pieces:
Final Thoughts: Build Slowly, Wear Often
Minimalist fashion is a long game. It takes time to build a wardrobe that works for you, but it’s worth it. Because when your closet is filled with pieces you wear often and love deeply, getting dressed becomes less of a task and more of a ritual.
Curious how minimalist style fits into the slow fashion movement? Our post What Does Slow Fashion Actually Mean? explains the philosophy behind the pieces we curate.
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