I gravitate toward minimalism as the foundation of my closet. It makes getting dressed feel effortless, so I rarely have "nothing to wear" days since everything I have is easy to mix and match, and then I can add in fun statement pieces from there.
When it comes to designers who do minimalism best, I think of Calvin Klein, Jil Sander, Khaite, The Row, and Toteme. I also have a mental note of brands I like browsing that often cater to this style: Almina Concept, Banana Republic, Camper, Carel, Cou Cou, Gap, J.Crew, Leset, Rue Sophie, St. Agni, and Vagabond.
For wardrobe staples, my most-worn items for fall include boatneck T-shirts, capris, cardigans, cashmere sweaters, kitten heels, knee-high boots, knee-length skirts, slip dresses, and trench coats. I'm also eyeing pleated skirts, faux-fur coats, and high V-necks. Below, shop these and more chic pieces.
Almina Concept Classic Crew Wool Cardigan Almina Concept High V Neck Tank Cotton On 90s High V Neck ¾ Sleeve DALA Calla Mid Rise Straight Ankle Jean J.Crew 2025 Rollneck Fair Isle Sweater J.Crew Étienne Oversized Button-Up Shirt in Lightweight Oxford J.Crew Cashmere High V-Neck Sweater J.Crew Pleated Skirt J.Crew Luna Pant J.Crew Classic Pajama Pant Set Gap 100% Cotton Oversized Sweater Gap Cashsoft Mockneck Cardigan Sweater DONNI The Silk Stripe Crop Pants Levi's 501 '90s Straight Leg Jeans Swedish Stockings Lia Opaque Tights VIR VITA Florence Boatneck Top GUIZIO Paloma Skirt Kotn Zaman Pleated Skirt Kotn Elara Zip-Up Sweater LESET Rio Cropped Stretch-Ponte Flared Pants Banana Republic Italian Merino-Blend Crew-Neck Sweater Deux Amis Sesame Jasper Drop Earrings NORBA Ribbed Knit Dress AEYDE Cari Pointed-Toe Pumps SILK LAUNDRY Silk 90s Slip Dress Black Shannon Bond Remedios Earrings Carel Aurora Pumps Rat Boi Bias Midi Slip Skirt Suzanne Rae Sport Ballerina Mais X Frida Uma Dress in Silver CHIMI Code Araks Cadel Slip Frank Darling The Georgette Drop Earrings