In case you're wondering why you've been seeing a surge of Carolyn Bessette Kennedy outfit pics on your feed, it's probably thanks to a new book about her style by Sunita Kumar Nair. The book pays homage to her iconic fashion choices and includes interviews with her colleagues and friends as well as designers she wore, such as Yohji Yamamoto. When I made a TikTok video about insights I learned from the book, it went positively viral with over two million views and 1700 comments, confirming my suspicion that Carolyn Bessette Kennedy's minimalist style is as relevant as ever.
Although most photos of her were taken in the '90s, her outfits look thoroughly modern and not even a tad out of date. That's owed to her sleek and simple approach to dressing. If you are feeling inspired by Bessette Kennedy's style, scroll down to shop four minimalist brands I think she would've been very into.
1. Toteme
A beige skirt is a wardrobe classic.
Toteme is one of my favorite Scandi brands.
I love this collar.
2. Massimo Dutti
This will get a ton of wear.
Classic jeans are never a bad idea.
These are definitely giving me '90s vibes.
3. Khaite
A quality camel coat is such a versatile piece to have in your wardrobe.
These will go with everything in your closet.
Khaite is known for its cult-favorite cardigans.
4. The Row
Emulate CBK and go jewelry-less for an extra-minimal look.
The kind of bag that will last for decades.
The Row is the embodiment of '90s minimalism.
