Less - more: stellar examples

What could be called minimalist clothing: no decorations, simple cut, or maybe giving up bright colors? In fact, all of the above a little, but with the condition of proper use. Moderation by design in any case does not mean dull and inexpressive way - just the opposite. Subject to the rules called "less is more", anyone will be able to demonstrate personality, attracting look to himself and not to his clothes.

The minimalist chic

Some girls even the word "minimalism" understand wrong. But this does not reduce the amount of clothing on the body is believed to fans mini-skirts. Often, this has come past the time of carefree youth, when a woman realizes that "beautiful and stylish" is not always "smart." When fashionista finally realizes that "all is not gold that glitters," it refers to the brevity of clothing.

There will always be those who ask about the importance and necessity of this style with today's abundance of bright parts and accessories, and asks that the figure. But the view of the impossibility of self-expression without the help of ornaments, rich colors, interesting cut clothes rather erroneous. To deny it is enough to remember Audrey Hepburn, who was the muse of Givenchy fan and an elegant minimalist style. Black, straight leg, a string of pearls around her neck - this "beautiful lady" was enough to go down in history not only as an actress but also as a style icon. The same can be said of Jacqueline Kennedy, which has become a model of gentility. These women know that it is not necessary to bet on diversity and gloss, choosing simple, elegant classics.

Modern Classic least

Do not get too narrowly understood minimalism in clothing. Today, designers are not just limited to classical motifs, which were little dress, dress-up box, white shirt and pencil skirt, and a basic set of jeans and white stamp in casual style Style casual: the rules of everyday life Neskuchniy . Modern fashion gives its consumers far greater choice than it was half a century ago.

Restraint cut or not too significant focus for that and strive to cling opinion - one of the main commandments if you want to join the ranks of fans laconic style. The skirt becomes smoother, wrinkle-free, ornaments and floral prints. This is not necessarily a pencil skirt, you can choose and shape, "tulip" or "balloon", but then you should take care of the matte surface and deep and gentle tone muted. Blouses and tops abandon pompous frills, fashionable jackets lose volume shoulders. Permissible sexual translucency. Silhouette - adjacent or semilying also not forbidden flowing, but not lush bottom. Frills, ruffles, pockets should be excluded.

With color care is advised. When choosing a monochromatic outfit can faintly contrasting accent. This may be a thin belt of a different color or accessory in the form of a flower brooch, elegant pendant around his neck - something one. The presence of two different colors, or perhaps when one is given the upper hand, and the other - down, or if they are woven into the picture. However, he must have a good "read" - printed fabrics, fine paintings here are not suitable.

The smoothness of the material - another requirement of minimalism. Jersey - jersey or traditional dense "gum"; under the glare of silk Silk - a legacy of the Yellow Emperor   or satin fabric loses figures and accessories. Balance is very important because in addition and as jewelry, and trendy print and glow noble material - all this is a self-focusing, excluding others.

Masters of brevity

Of course, you can create your own style, step by step, savoring its silent charm. But it is necessary to turn to the world names who made their minimalist credo. The brightest fashion brands - Helmut Lang, Calvin Klein, DKNY, Narciso Rodrigues.

Austrian Helmut Lang began to build his career, inspired by the elegance of an innocent way, virtually defenseless. In any collection of Helmut Lang find a model for a woman who craves glamor in its highest manifestation. Calvin Klein is not afraid to experiment with what is permitted under the brim, compensating it clear monochrome models. Silhouettes Narciso Rodrigues more restrained, however, there is the presence of several colors, is not affected by this harmony. DKNY models allow themselves a certain freedom, combining different colors and textures. But, nevertheless, they fit in a business dress code, and the requirements of a minimalist fashion.

Among the admirers of the ascetic style of clothing a lot of Hollywood stars. They can afford all or nearly all, but tend to choose something very discreet, yet incredibly stylish.

We can recall, for example, the winners at the ceremony, "Oscar" of different years. Gwyneth Paltrow, which is called "Miss minimalism", received her statuette in the unforgettable dress Ralph Lauren, simple but eye-catching light pink tone. Charlize Theron for the award came in a vintage dress with gold Gucci, which is skin-tight shapely figure Slim figure: acquire and hold .

In 2010, at the ceremony "Golden Globe" were also outfits, representing the apotheosis of brevity. Among them - black asymmetrical from Valentino, who chose Jennifer Aniston. As in most cases the major ceremonies, the dress was not accompanied by decorations that only emphasizes moderation and refinement of taste owner.

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