THE MONOQUEENS

They might be pared-down compared to their style peers, but that doesn’t mean their Instagram profiles attract any less attention. These colour-free accounts rule with their minimalistic sensibility and austere fashion senses.

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They might be pared-down compared to their style peers, but that doesn’t mean their Instagram profiles attract any less attention. These colour-free accounts rule with their minimalistic sensibility and austere fashion senses.

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BUSINESS CASUAL

Whether you’re headed to the office or meeting your gal pals for a lunchdate, these versatile and polished picks will have you looking perfectly professional and chic at the same time.

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1. Dior metal aviators, $660

2. H&M cotton shirt with bow, $79.90

3. 3.1 Phillip Lim Alix leather saddle bag

4. Swarovski metal watch, $700

5. Superga canvas velcro sneakers, $79.90

6. Dorothy Perkins striped cotton overalls, $79.90

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GET WAISTED

Functional and aesthetically pleasing, these minimalistic belts are the finishing touch to every outfit and will have your ensemble looking clean and modern.

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1. Kate Spade New York leather belt, $99

2. Charles & Keith vegan leather belt, $29.90

3. Mango leather belt, $25.90

4. Riverisland.com embossed faux leather belt, $28

5. Topshop embossed leather belt, $49.90

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BOOTY CALL

A staple in every girl’s wardrobe, not only do these babies give you an extra alleviated boost, they instantly make anyone look immaculately stylish.

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1. H&M patent leather boots, $99.90

2. New Look suede boots, $96

3. Charles & Keith vegan leather buckle boots, $85.90

4. Dunelondon.com suede lace up boots, $210

5. Charles & Keith suede leather boots, $79.90

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MONOCHROME MAGIC

Say no more! Distance yourself away from bad fashion days and stay comfortable with shoulder bell sleeves and casual cool classics.

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1. Jemsa black crystal curved bar necklace, $29

2. Zara cotton knit cap, $19.90

3. Frontrowshop.com striped bell sleeve top, $30

4. Petitegrand.com silver earrings, $128

5. Pomelofashion.com acid wash jeans, $44

6. Theloeil.com leather slingback pumps, $92

Keep it minimal with eye makeup essentials and a dash of highlight.

1. LANEIGE X LUCKY CHOUETTE Multi-Color

Chances are, you’re always multitasking at work. But why stop there when you can let your makeup multitask too? Apply LANEIGE X LUCKY CHOUETTE Multi-Color to your eyelids for a natural look before blending it on your cheekbones to give them a soft, shimmery highlight.

2. LANEIGE Volume Setting Mascara, $34

The last thing you’d want to happen on a date is your lashes clumping together while you’re fluttering them at your beau. LANEIGE Infinite Volume Setting Mascara makes sure that doesn’t happen by coating each lash with a shiny coat of formula to prevent clumps from forming.

3. LANEIGE Edge Drawing Eyeliner in Sharpie_Deep Black, $29

Whether you’ve got single or double eyelids, this eyeliner pen helps to line your peepers just the way you like it. Its fastdrying formula also prevents unnecessary smudges and the applicator makes winging your eyeliner an easy affair.. 

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