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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Busola Evans, Architectural Digest, 9 Feb. 2026
Rather, Lattimore explains, minimalists like to run errands using reusable shopping bags, which is the more environmentally-friendly option anyway.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 8 Feb. 2026
Samantha Brash, InStyle, 8 Feb. 2026
While the former is dark and minimalist, this is light and colorful.
—New Atlas, 8 Feb. 2026
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Noun
When Lucas Interior joined the project, the team focused less on decoration and more on subtle interventions that enhanced day-to-day living without compromising on the home’s minimalist ethos.
—Busola Evans, Architectural Digest, 9 Feb. 2026
Rather, Lattimore explains, minimalists like to run errands using reusable shopping bags, which is the more environmentally-friendly option anyway.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Sometimes less really is more, as demonstrated by this minimalist negative space mani.
—Samantha Brash, InStyle, 8 Feb. 2026
While the former is dark and minimalist, this is light and colorful.
—New Atlas, 8 Feb. 2026
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“Minimalist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/minimalist. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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