8 Minimalist Style Principles
8 Minimalist Style Principles
It happens to the best of us: despite our best intentions, we fall for trends. We assume that if a new style looks great on a model it will also look great on us. But wardrobe simplicity is about employing select minimalist style tricks that save money, reduce clothing waste, and empower you to look your best.
On today’s show I speak with style coach Kim Hancher. Kim is a huge advocate for NOT running to the mall for new clothes; instead, Kim argues that being intentional in what you keep and wearing the heck out of what you already have can have a huge impact.
Here’s a preview of this week’s episode:
[8:00] How to combine conservative and spicy items into every outfit
[12:20] Why you should zero in on your neck (V-shaped) and waistline (defined)
[17:30] Why every outfit should have white space
[26:30] Why sustainable minimalists employ alterations as a go-to minimalist style trick
[21:45] Incorporating something notable in every outfit: the Why and How
[32:15] How to pattern mix without looking like a hot mess
Resources mentioned in the episode:
- Sign up for the FREE Simplicity & Sustainability Live Q&A webinar here (and be sure to bring your questions!)
- Want to chat? Email Stephanie at MamaMinimalistBoston@gmail.com
- Kim’s Instagram profile
- Sustainable Minimalism (the book!) is available as an e-book, audiobook, and paperback now! Thank you for supporting my work.
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2 thoughts on “8 Minimalist Style Principles”
Great episode! The only tip I’m personally unsure about as an eco-conscious person is the alterations tip. I would like to alter my clothes, but I always hold back from doing so because I feel like I can’t donate, sell, or pass it down after I’m done wearing it because it is so tailored to me.
Hi Celena,
That’s a good point that I didn’t consider. But because there’s no guarantee that your item, once becoming a secondhand garment, will be adopted into another person’s closet, I’d argue that, if an alteration is going to ensure that you keep a garment longer, it’s prudent to make it from an eco-friendly standpoint. Thank you for your thoughts! Happy you’re listening.
-Stephanie
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