Although many of us are stretching the last days of summer to the limit and beyond, there is no doubt that autumn (and the back-to-school season) are just around the corner. With it comes the wardrobe change and the perfect excuse to have hot coffee, cinnamon rolls, and marathon sessions of The Gilmore Girls.
Clueless returns, the best looks of Carolyn Bessette that inspired Love Story, and also the opportunity to create a quality capsule wardrobe that is based on timelessness and the minimalism of garments. It is the perfect chance to buy less, but better. And if you don’t know where to start, the first question you should ask yourself is about your day-to-day life.
As much as we might recommend a series of garments, your wardrobe has to be able to cover all your needs. That means that if you are a girl who works from home and rarely dresses up, it doesn’t make sense to fill it with blazers and pretty dresses; or if you are a girl who loves going to the opera and the mountains aren’t your thing, you won’t have too many jeans and sweatshirts either. Being consistent with what you need is essential. From there, remember that the French were always right when they said that less is more. Therefore, when investing in basics, the more discreet they are, the better.
Six minimalist basics for autumn
Cos brown tailored coat, €199.
Cos brown tailored coat, €199. It’s love at first sight as soon as you see it. I know this coat has every chance of becoming the favorite. It flatters any silhouette and, moreover, it never goes out of style. You’ll wear it with jeans and with tailored skirts.
Surkana wide-leg jeans, €91.90.
Surkana wide-leg jeans, €91.90. They are the favorites of those who don’t want to overthink things. They are timeless, skim the hips, and thanks to their high rise, they flatten the waist. They have an irresistible seventies touch.
Wild Pony navy dress, €69.95.
Navy dress by Wild Pony, €69.95. It’s a wardrobe staple you’ll wear more often than you think. Whether for a dinner out with friends or for an event or party you didn’t expect. The best part is that, being navy, you can wear it both day and night.
Antik Batik cropped jacket, €420.
Antik Batik cropped jacket, €420. It’s an investment, yes, but also a statement of intent that will wow wherever you go. It’s beautiful, makes your legs look longer, and pairs perfectly with jeans, skirts, and even feminine dresses to give them a different edge.
Brown Polo Club T-shirt, €29.95.
Camiseta marrón de Polo Club, €29.95. It’s the kind of garment that will save you on days when you don’t know what to wear. Pretty, flattering, and a classic that never goes out of fashion, it’ll become your ace up the sleeve.
Sandro lace-knit shirt with rhinestones, €315.
Sandro lace-knit shirt with rhinestones, €315. Sometimes you also need slightly different pieces to achieve special looks, and I think this shirt ticks all those boxes. It pairs well with jeans, with leather pants, and even with a mini skirt.
