6 Minimalist Outfit Ideas Perfect for Cold Weather

Winter isn't exactly the easiest season for minimalists. Outfit ideas can be hard to come since winter requires wearing so many different layers in order to stay warm and toasty. All too often, outfits can start to feel a little bit too busy. Between mismatched jackets and pants and random scarves you decided to throw on as you were walking out the door, your look can easily go haywire.

To help you stay chic, simple, and warm, we have rounded up six minimalist outfit ideas that are perfectly suited for the colder months. With these style tips on how to stay fashionable among the required heaps of coats and thick sweaters winter weather requires, you'll feel (and look) that much more pulled together. And, as an added bonus, we included shopping ideas for each ensemble so you can easily pull off the streamlined winter look.

Keep scrolling to shop minimalist cold-weather looks.

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Turtleneck + Long Coat + Ankle Boots
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A muted color palette and a sleek coat make for a winning combination.

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Coat + Leather Jacket + Monochromatic Separates
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If you're layering on items, try sticking to one simple hue.

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Chunky Knit + Wide-Leg Pants + Booties
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When in doubt, stick to black and white.

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Peacoat + Pencil Skirt + Sneakers
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For a minimalist, white sneakers are a must-own.

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Trench Coat + White Top & Skirt + Ivory Shoes
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All white is an easy pairing against a bold color.

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Tunic Sweater + Sleek Pants + Flats
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A long sweaterdress and a pair of pants don't have to feel like too much together.

Want more? Check out these nimimalist outfit ideas.

This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated by Aemilia Madden.

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