How a Minimalist Does After-5 Attire

last updated 13 August 2019

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If you abide by a minimal approach to fashion, getting dressed for an evening out probably doesn’t include any loud prints or flashy jewelry. After all, minimalism is all about simplicity and clean lines rather than anything too busy. But how does minimalism translate to after 5 attire?

Interested to find out one woman's approach, we tapped Débora Rosa—a chic Portuguese fashion girl whose minimal style deserves your attention. From a quick glance at her Instagram, you’ll notice her penchant for pieces from Céline and The Row—both masters of minimal fashion. But she also has an expert ability to pluck pieces from affordable retailers like H&M and make them look equally cool and fashion-forward.

When asked about her approach to nighttime dressing, Rosa told Who What Wear, “For the evening or going out I always rely on my three-rule mantra: Comfort, black canvas, sexy-chic.” These pieces ground her look but she “normally starts with something black: a tee, jeans, trousers, dress, or blouse.” And her go-to outfit for a night out? She told Who What Wear that she tends to rely on “black jeans, suede pointy heeled boots, a silk cami top, a black blazer, and … some jewelry.” Ahead, shop pieces to tap into her cool minimal style for a night out.

Shop Débora Rosa's go-to outfit:

Balenciaga

Tuxedo Hourglass Satin-Trimmed Crepe Blazer

Available in sizes FR34 to FR42.

Fleur du Mal

Draped Silk-Charmeuse Camisole

Available in sizes XS to L.

Re/Done

Originals High-Rise Ankle Crop Frayed Skinny Jeans

Available in sizes 24 to 30.

Balmain

Point-Toe Suede Ankle Boots

Available in sizes 35 to 41.

Shop more minimalist pieces for a night out:

Jacquemus

Plisse Top

Available in sizes 34 to 42.

Mango

Wrapped Satin Dress

The Row

Ascot Small Satin Tote

Ellery

Shultz Saddle Silver Earrings

Violeta by Mango

Buttons Faux Leather Skirt

Available in sizes XS to XL.

Réalisation

Violette Dress

Available in sizes XXS to XL.

H&M

Vintage High Ankle Jeans

Available in sizes 24 to 36.

ALIX

Astor Cutout Metallic Stretch-Knit Bodysuit

Available in sizes XS to L.

Helfrich

Bailey Body Suit

Available in sizes XS to L.

The Reformation

Celeste Top

Available in sizes XS to XL.

Who What Wear

Behati Bootie

Available in sizes 6 to 11.

Brock Collection

Tavi Top

Available in sizes 0 to 4.

Zara

Skinny Trousers

Available in sizes XS to XXL.

Balenciaga

Knife Metallic Textured-Leather Mules

Available in sizes 35 to 41.5.

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Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear with over a decade of experience in fashion, editorial, and publishing. She oversees luxury content and wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. She also contributes to podcast recordings, social media, and branded content initiatives. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, MyTheresa, and Luisa Via Roma, and rising designers such as Refine and Tove, and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Before Who What Wear, Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on assistant styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.