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Less Is More: 3 Minimalist Looks to Rock on Campus

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at U Ottawa chapter.

There’s something so perfect and satisfying about the clean lines and neutral palettes of minimalism. Minimalist fashion is all about keeping it simple, whether it’s monochromatic, all-black everything, or a collection of grays, nudes, and pinks; the emphasis is less on colour and more on lines and textures.

Recently, minimalist fashion has been at the forefront of the fashion world. Everyone from celebrities to fashion bloggers are channeling the minimalist motto: less is more.

Want to try it for yourself? We’ve got three looks you can rock anywhere on campus this semester.

Outfit #1: Running Errands

This is the perfect outfit if you happen to be making your way downtown, grabbing groceries, or anything in between.

Sweater

Chunky Knit Sweatshirt at ASOS $55
Longline Sweatshirt Tunic at F21 $30
Shirttail Hem Sweater at Urban Outfitters $39 (on sale)

Jeans

1969 resolution true skinny jeans at GAP $80

Shoes

Loafers at Zara $45

Bag

Black Tote bag at Zara $40

Outfit #2: Comfy Campus Casual

This outfit is the epitome of comfy chic and is perfect when you’re wandering back and forth across campus all day.

Button up

Distressed Button Up in Light Denim at F21 $30

Tee

White V neck tee at Old Navy $13

Jeans

1969 resolution true skinny jeans at GAP $80

Shoes

Vagabond Amina Patent Leather Oxford at Urban Outfitters $100
Black Oxfords at Aldo $80

Jacket

Trench Coat at Zara $119
Wool Coat at Zara $159

Outfit #3: A Night Out on the Town

This fabulous outfit is both simple and edgy. Also, this a nice change from the LBD and will have you looking like a total badass!

Leather Jacket

Faux Leather Biker Jacket at ASOS $52

Black Crop Top

Heathered Crop Top at F21 $15
Crop Top $18 at F21

Leather Skirt

High Waisted Leather Look Pencil Skirt at ASOS $70
Black Tube Skirt at Zara $45

Voilà! Three show-stopping minimalist looks that are as comfy as they are chic!

What look was your favourite? Is there a celebrity whose minimalist style is out of this world? Tweet us @HCuOttawa and let us know!

 

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Kaysey graduated from the University of Ottawa with a double major in English and Sociology and is currently studying Professional Writing and Communications at Humber College. She hails from the fabulous city of Toronto and can quote Disney like it's her job. Some of her favourite things to do are reading, writing, and aimlessly surfing the internet for inspiration. Follow her on Twitter or Instagram, @kaysey_dee,  or check out her blog: Portrait of a Fashionista