Since last season Phoebe Philo has led the way in cool understated dressing. Minimal means that less is so much more in the fashion stakes
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Photographer: Jason Hetherington
Fashion editors: Jo Jones and Helen Seamons
Fashion assistant: Ainsley Towli
Hair and makeup: Juliana Sergot
Model: Victoria at Models 1 Photograph: Jason Hetherington
This coat is bang on trend for our minimal look, narrow lapels and a relaxed single breasted silhouette contrast with the sharp seam details and cleverly cut pockets. It's on our wish list...
From whistles.co.uk Photograph: PR
The beauty of this trend is it's subtlety - effortless dressing with no frills. The rules are to keep to camel, grey, navy, black and white and accessories that are neat and simple. To finish this look add a court shoe and practice the art of 'no makeup' makeup
From frenchconnection.com Photograph: PR
For a relaxed feel this draped wool jersey dress is simple with a twist. It still abides by the minimal rule, the cut is elegant and looks great with a towering high heel
By Vanessa Bruno from matchesfashion.com Photograph: PR
A fail-safe addition to this trend, this staple jumper with the subtle seam detail looks great with a camel shirt and knee length boots
From reissonline.com Photograph: PR
The key to this look is clean lines. The grandad collar and concealed pearl buttons make this the perfect silk blouse to complete your minimal look
From whistles.co.uk Photograph: PR
Granted, this shirt isn't show stopping, but we love the layered detail and shoulder tabs. The key is understated chic, perfect with a camel trouser and tan boots
From asos.com Photograph: PR
We love these silk tapered ankle skimming trousers by Acne. Understated but chic, team with a concealed button shirt and wedges for a cool luxe feel
By Acne from matchesfashion.com Photograph: PR
There's an elegant, grown-up take on minimal this season. Skirts are mid-length and neat, the look has a feeling of restraint but, if you want to add a cooler edge, finish this skirt look with a tan ankle boot
From jaeger.co.uk Photograph: PR
We like to call this minimal with a twist! Maxi is a key length for this season and here at The Observer we fancy we could wear a knife pleat, with a blouse tucked in and cropped leather jacket. In reality this may not be so, but why can't a girl dream?
From topshop.com Photograph: PR
These pretty nude suede court shoes will go with everything. A must for your minimal wardobe
By ASOS white from asos.com Photograph: PR
There is no adornment or trimmings with this trend, the key accessories should be simple. Hardware and branding are so last season. We love the unfussy feel of this timeless bag... and the price!
By ASOS White from asos.com Photograph: PR
