While reading this, you might identify with one or even a few of these minimalist types, both of which is fine, it’s merely an exercise in identifying which areas of minimalism appeal to you the most. Do any of these sound familiar?
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The Aesthetic Minimalist
Aesthetic minimalists are drawn to this lifestyle because they enjoy making their home look a certain way. They often have white, upon white, upon white as their choice of colour for their items of decor, which might be broken up by just a few meaningful pieces which have been carefully selected. The aim here is for their space to look fresh, clean and undisturbed while free of clutter. It’s all about the look for this minimalist- their home could probably feature in a catalogue or magazine, it’s always so neatly appointed.
The Essential Minimalist
The Essential Minimalist is someone who tries to live with just the essentials and nothing else. It’s likely that they will own multiple use items and shy away from specialist items in all areas of the home. Tools which enable someone to pare down are firm favourites- like a kindle instead of books and a digital photo frame instead of albums. They also buy just what they need rather than stocking up, so their cupboards will only contain what is required for the next few days- they don’t prepare for too far into the future.
The Experiential Minimalist
This is someone who adopts a minimalist lifestyle in order to travel the world. Most likely all their belongings will fit in a backpack, which is why they are often referred to as a ‘backpack minimalist’. This enables them to move easily around the globe without the burden of things to hold them back. They are all about the memories rather than the things and like to travel light.
The Sustainable or Eco Minimalist
This minimalist is concerned with using less to benefit the planet, which ultimately leads to bringing fewer items into the home. This is someone who buys locally, shops mindfully and they might even live off the land. In doing so, they don’t bring unnecessary things into their space. They might also look for items that have multiple uses rather than buying products for separate purposes.
The Thrifty Minimalist
For the Thrifty Minimalist, minimalism is often a result of a desire to spend as little as possible. They have a ‘make do and mend’ mentality which means they would rather spend the time fixing something than buying new. They love shopping at thrift stores, using second hand websites like eBay and Facebook Marketplace and getting as many things for free as possible.
The Mindful Minimalist
Mindful minimalism focuses on how living with less makes you feel above all else. These minimalists live with little because it helps them to focus on the more important things in life and to have a sense of order in the home. Clutter means stress, diversion and guilt, whereas a clean canvas is a place of sanctuary and reflection.
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