• Material: 73% cotton, 27% silk

• Care instructions: machine wash at 30 degrees

• Made in Japan

• Colour: blue

Minimalist fashion is not about dressing in a way that feels cold or empty. It is about simplicity with purpose.

That means clean lines, good tailoring, strong basics, and a wardrobe built around pieces that are easy to wear and easy to repeat. It is less about chasing trends and more about knowing what works for you.

A minimalist wardrobe often includes:

• simple knitwear

• relaxed tailoring

• classic shirts

• well-cut denim

• neutral tones

• streamlined shoes and bags

Done well, it looks effortless. Done badly, it looks like you gave up halfway through getting dressed. The difference is fit, fabric and proportion.

The best capsule wardrobe essentials are the pieces you reach for again and again without having to convince yourself they were a good idea.

That usually includes:

• a great blazer

• a white shirt

• well-cut jeans

• a simple knit

• tailored trousers

• a slip skirt or versatile midi skirt

• a trench coat

• clean flats, loafers or boots

• a reliable bag that goes with everything

You do not need all of these at once, and you do not need them to be expensive. You just need pieces that are wearable, flattering and easy to mix.