I purged all black out of my wardrobe a few years ago and didn't really miss it - until I picked the black jeans. It lit a little fire and coupled with a sick day, I may have went on a black (online) shopping spree. I suspect its the extra weight I am dealing with that makes me want to wear a lot of dark columns.

1. Versatile knit dress
2. + 3. the black jeans I already own and practically lived in last week
4. woven tank
5. boxy knit t
6. + 7. Suede wedge ankle boots (only plan on keeping one pair and I hope its the Dolce Vitas)
8. black cross body purse
9. black belt

I think this is the right balance of pieces, just enough black to keep me content, and will be versatile enough to play with the pieces I already own.

I suck at this minimalist thing, ha ha. I feel like I am cheating on the French 5 Piece, but these sure look like basics to me.