I can only consider myself a minimalist half of the time. I love pieces that stand out from the crowd, but investing in good basics and essentials is necessary for a well-rounded wardrobe. These simple pieces—like tank tops, plain tees, and flats—are the foundation for a strong sense of style. If you are a minimalist, you know that to be true. While investing in long-lasting pieces is important, we can't all shop at The Row for forever fashion items, but we can still buy responsibly.
For readers who have been saving for a spring and summer closet refresh, I've found items that fall in every price range, whether you're shopping for under-$100 items via Zara, Nordstrom, and COS; looking in the $300–$500 range at Shopbop and Net-a-Porter; or considering over-$1000 items from, yes, The Row. Whatever your budget, these fashion items are all high-quality and expensive looking.
Keep scrolling to discover 41 of the best minimalist items to shop at every price point.
Under $100
I know we all dream of a closet filled with designer clothes (at least I do), but until our bank accounts are aligned with our tastes, shopping for expensive-looking, high-quality items in the under-$100 range is ideal, especially when I need a seasonal refresh. Shop the items that have a high-end feel for a fraction of the price.
$100 to $300
Now, everyone loves a good shopping spree, but lately, I've noticed that shoppers are changing their attitudes toward slow fashion and trying to consume less. Only buying pieces that really make sense for a wardrobe is the best way to approach minimalism. It's intentional rather than instantly gratifying. This is why the $100–$300 range is a good place to start shopping more intentionally and practicing minimalism.
$300 to $600
This is a price range many dabble in when an item truly feels worth the investment. Think about all those times you've added something to your cart and thought it over for weeks before buying. That's what I associate with this price range. You want pieces that are dependable, long-lasting, and high-quality, and you're willing to spend a pretty penny—within reason. I respect that, which is why I compiled items in an affordable luxury price range. Everyone deserves to feel a little luxurious from time to time.
Over $600
Unfortunately, I have expensive taste. Buying just one of these items would be very irresponsible of me, but they are all worth splurging on. Accessorize with The Row, and get dressed in Toteme. These items will live in your closet for a long time and are worth every penny. These pieces aren't just minimalist; they're chic and elegant too. They're everyday pieces that you can pass down. I've yet to make an over-$1000 clothing purchase, but if I did, it'd be for one of the items below.
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