8 Fall Pieces Every Minimalist Should Have on Rotation

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Calling all minimalists—your fall style edit has arrived. Did you catch the summer installation of this post? If not, here's the lowdown. Your closet knows clean lines and smart tailoring by heart. But how do you go about transitioning your minimal style from summer into fall? If it seems like fall is still lightyears away, trust me—it'll arrive sooner than you'd think, so it's definitely not too early to discuss all things fall fashion. Which is why we're breaking down all the key pieces to shop for this season.

From the sleek ankle boots that will go with everything to the one fall trend anyone with minimalist style is losing it over, we're breaking down which clothing essentials to update your clean, pared-back aesthetic for the season ahead. Consider this your capsule wardrobe—invest in these essentials and you'll be able to build the chicest outfits imaginable.

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1. Cropped Belted Trousers
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Whether you tuck in a graphic tee or a cozy knit, invest in a solid pair of belted trousers that will make every outfit look polished.

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2. White Glove Pumps
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White shoes are a perfect way to freshen up any outfit, and this fall, we're favoring "glove"-style pumps.

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3. Satin Slip Skirt
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You don't have to be a self-proclaimed minimalist to freak out over the slip-skirt trend. These romantic midi skirts are quickly taking over, and we can see why—they go so well with ankle boots, sneakers, sandals, and every other shoe imaginable.

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4. Thin Ribbed Knits
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Before you brush off these as another "boring" fashion item, hear me out. Tuck one into a pair of jeans instead of a T-shirt or layer it underneath a slip dress—the styling ideas are pretty much endless.

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5. Structured Leather Handbags
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If you've been considering investing in a timeless handbag, I highly recommend these elevated picks.

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6. Straight-Leg Jeans
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We've got the intel that straight-leg jeans are poised to eclipse skinnies as the denim shape of the season.

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7. Sleek Ankle Boots
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The moment we hear the word "fall," nine times out of 10, it's followed by "ankle boots." Update yours this year with a sleek, low-heeled pair you can walk all day in.

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8. Neutral Blazers
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Thanks to last fall's explosion of checkered blazers, the jackets have earned some staying power in our closets.

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Editor

Anna is an editor on the fashion team at Who What Wear and has been at the company for over five years, having begun her career in the Los Angeles office before relocating to New York, where she's currently based. Having always been passionate about pursuing a career in fashion, she built up her experience interning at the likes of Michael Kors, A.L.C., and College Fashionista before joining the team as a post-graduate assistant editor. Anna has penned a number of interviews with Who What Wear's cover stars over the years, including A-listers Megan Fox, Issa Rae, and Emma Chamberlain. She's earned a reputation for scouting new and emerging brands from across the globe and championing them to our audience of millions. While fashion is her main wheelhouse, Anna led the launch of WWW Travels last year, a new lifestyle vertical that highlights all things travel through a fashion-person lens. She is passionate about shopping vintage, whether it be at a favorite local outpost or an on-the-road discovery, and has amassed a wardrobe full of unique finds. When she's not writing, you can find her shooting street imagery on her film camera, attempting to learn a fourth or fifth language, or planning her next trip across the globe.