min·i·mal·ist
ˈmi-nə-mə-list 
1
: one who favors restricting the functions and powers of a political organization or the achievement of a set of goals to a minimum
2
a
: an artist who creates minimal art
b
: an adherent of minimalism
: of, relating to, or done in the style of minimalism
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Leo Barraclough, Variety, 3 June 2025
Low profile in silhouette and minimalist in style, the smooth leather texture carries this design’s personality while keeping things sturdy for movie nights.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 30 May 2025
Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 7 June 2025
Designed with sports such as soccer in mind, Superfeet took a minimalist approach because of the style of footwear.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
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Noun
His minimalist, yet profoundly empathetic storytelling lets the audience observe the slow process of coming together, the fears and hesitations of the newborn family, and the absurdities of the non-functioning state apparatus.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 3 June 2025
Low profile in silhouette and minimalist in style, the smooth leather texture carries this design’s personality while keeping things sturdy for movie nights.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 30 May 2025
Adjective
Crafted with a high stiletto heel and a low vamp, the minimalist silhouette echoed the gown’s muted beige hue.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 7 June 2025
Designed with sports such as soccer in mind, Superfeet took a minimalist approach because of the style of footwear.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
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“Minimalist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/minimalist. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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