Simple & Stunning: 3 Ways To Embrace Minimalism

Can a bare, stripped down piece of clothing, sans embellishment, be truly chic? Karishma Rajani of Purple Peeptoes takes on the challenge.

Every season we are introduced to an array of news trends – those in line with our sense of style are lovingly adopted, while others are either shrugged off or admired from afar. Of the many trends I came across in the past few seasons, I was quick to judge minimalism as a mere fad. Having grown up in an Indian household, the idea of OTT is ingrained in my DNA. The idea of anything, let alone a piece of garment, sans the frills and adornments in unimaginable. I could not fathom why designers would send bare, stripped down versions of their creations down the runway.

Months later, I dismiss all the prints and embellishments in my wardrobe, in search of a sombre, more minimalistic piece of clothing. Somewhere along the line, in search of substance, I fell in love with the idea of simplicity – the idea that basics can be truly beautiful.

Without further ado, I’m going to introduce you to three looks from the Purple Peeptoes laboratory, laced with a hint of rebellion.

Striped To Perfection

#White #Monochrome #Lines #Geometry #Minimal #Understated #Zara #Fashion #Chic = Minimal Magic!

Vertical Stripes Dress & White Clutch: Zara, Shoes: Thrifted from Hill Road, Mumbai

White and Wary

In the midst of all the excesses, all the opulence, can you go back to a simplistic, more organic way of existence? On the path of Zen, I ask myself this question every single day. I’m taking a small step towards a minimal state of being starting with my sartorial choices – a harmonious combination of black and white stripped off ostentatious ornamentation.

Slip Dress: Topshop (Kalappi), Sheer Skirt: Closet Label, Knuckle rings: Aldo Accessories, Sliders: Zara, Sling Bag: H&M, Cat eye Glasses: SFX Eyewear

Picture courtesy: Suraj Uchil/ The Uchil Clicks

The Black Track

Picture courtesy: Suraj Uchil/ The Uchil Clicks

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