Simple and basic looks to always hit the mark

The keys to a full-fledged 'less is more' look

If even the eccentric Carrie Bradshaw ever managed to keep herself as simple as possible, you can too. Actually, e l trick for a look 'less is more' is based on what you have left to figure out the set and what you can do without it or yes. Once you know it, take it off because yes, you probably had too much. Pay attention to the simple looks that we have compiled so that you can be inspired and there is no room for mistakes.

Shirt, skirt and nothing else

Is there something more beautiful and simple than a classic shirt paired with a skirt in neutral tones and a flowing version ? Olivia Palermo shows us that no and that getting a look of the simplest and most beautiful is as easy as joining them.

A floral dress and nothing to add

When it comes to prints, the best thing you can do is not add too much else. The diversity of colors and shapes has enough ornament and, many times, we end up looking like a sofa when we keep adding unnecessary touches.

Printed mini dress

Also applicable to the more minis versions, to which adding just a pair of white trainers is the best idea you could have.

The most basic combination

If you don't know what to wear, think that a simple blouse and basic jeans (without too many embellishments) will never be a bad option. In this way, you may be able to afford the luxury of adding one more complement without falling into the convoluted.

Instagram: @louiseroe

The most basic combination, summer version

Just like Louise Roe's look , but with the comfort required by the codes of the season.

Instagram: @rocky_barnes

White pants and patterned shirt

A very good option in combination with a print is this, by Miranda Kerr. The model knows that there is nothing that can sit better with a printed top in warm colors than white pants . The latter adds the sober touch that any other part below would have subtracted.

Blazer as a dress

The latest in little black dress is this, in an extra large American version so that it can serve as a dress and you have it in both long sleeves and sleeveless. To do this, it is not necessary to add much more, since their shape, the lapels and buttons have the right and necessary touch of decoration. Unlike Chiara, we would dispense with so many accessories and would have chosen to leave only the earrings (except bracelets and necklaces).

Instagram: @chiaraferragni

A combinable dress

Unlike in the case of Gala, which, even though it is also asymmetrical and frilly, the design itself is much simpler . Therefore, although it could have been 'less to be more' with more basic sandals, the set does not look bad at all.

Instagram: @galagonzalez

When only the 'top' is VERY protagonist

In this case, we will opt for sober bottoms, in not flashy colors and with the simplest possible shape . Alexa succeeds but adds a touch of contrast to her look with accessories in black.

A two piece never fails

Do you want to combine two garments without neglecting simplicity? You have the solution in many stores and go through a companion two-piece. In this way, you will not have to risk it when combining and you will ensure a look of 10 like this tweed set (from Zara, by the way).

Instagram: @sindiarifi

All to the 'nude'

The most neutral and protagonist color of the season comes together to create looks as relaxed and simple as Gigi's . With colors like this you can wear something more striking, like a sexy lingerie top and not fall into the extravagant.

Vichy plaid

Another of the most coveted prints of recent months and that is printed on all kinds of garments does not need more accessories. He is, by himself, the absolute protagonist and accessories that are too striking would be diverting attention from what really matters: the dress.

When in doubt: SEN-CI-LLEZ. The best thing you can do when you are in a styling crisis is to stay true to the classics and opt for not convoluted combinations . There are days when our skills to combine clothes and accessories are diminished for some reason and this is the definitive solution. Nothing is going to get you out of trouble better than a look classified as 'less is more'.

No matter what plan you have, whatever the record you can keep it simple. We give you the keys so that, whatever happens and wherever you go, you are always right .

Keys to a simple and basic look

Think about what your mother told you, she sure gave you very good advice because in reality she was always your best stylist. We bet I was telling you not to wear so many accessories at the same time, that a mini skirt (very mini) never goes well with a pronounced neckline … All that kind of thing –although right now you don't find a relationship–, they have a lot to do with the 'less is more' we are talking about .

Here's what you can do to turn a convoluted look into a very simple one :

Choose a starring dress and combine it with classic sandals. Nothing to add extra accessories that are too flashy, if the dress already attracts attention, you can do without the rest.
Wardrobe bottom strip . All the garments that are part of it are simple, so if you don't want to complicate yourself, the basics are your great allies.
Jeans and something else. The most off-road garment par excellence is the one that has this fabric so, in combination with it, you do not have to search much. A white or black top and nothing else. For example, we love denim skirts with T-shirts with a logo or a top in the same fabric.
Shirt dress and nothing else to add. Taking into account its most common shapes –and the adornments that accompany it: ruffles, prints …–, a shirt dress is already the protagonist enough for you to try to eclipse it with more accessories.

Apply these tricks for all kinds of occasions, especially to go to work in the summer and you will make sure you NEVER fail.

Remember, less is more always .

By Carmen Santaella