Call it quiet luxury, minimalism, or —this trend dominated not only the spring and summer of 2024 runways, but our shopping carts too. This low-key yet still elevated approach to luxury exists thanks to the pared-back designs of brands like The Row, Khaite, Toteme, and more. We’re investing in sleek pairs of , , crisp shirting, and nonchalant over those more buzzy like never before.
With an entire emphasis on , crafting an understated yet elegant look should be an easy task to tackle. For summer, we’re mapping out ten must-have minimalist outfits that are perfectly polished—and elegant enough for every day. ’s Quiet-Luxury Summer Wish List: When it comes to relaxed refinement, a tailored is a traditional menswear garment worth borrowing from the boys.
Fit for summer, The Frankie Shop’s off-white option adds a depth of formality to any minimalist outfit. Style it with a pair of striped pajama-like pants, also from the Paris-based brand, for polished ease, The Row’s viral , and Massimo Dutti’s slouchy . Meanwhile, summery separates, like Toteme’s oversized button-up and Mango’s linen blazer, are low-effort but high-reward.
The latter comes in timeless black, making it a chic closet cohort for a Simkhai’s delicate slip dress and a pair of sultry s from Manolo Blahnik. As always, we’re looking back to the ’90s for inspiration—an era most synonymous with the minimalist mindset. Think Vince’s crinkle-effect midiskirt, a pair of fashion from Massimo Dut.
