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I recall coming across a word in an article that just spoke to me and described my approach to creativity.
The context it was written in referred to a creative piece devoid of unnecessary embellishment, frills, etc. It might have had its roots in a reference to clothing (no excessive lace, ruffles, etc.).
Does anyone know the word? Two kids in two years, and my brain just cannot come up with it! Of course, I should also mention I was a math major, so my word knowledge is lacking.
The words minimal-ist, minimal-ism or utilitarian-ist or utilitarian-ism, come to mind ...
Minimal: 2. Minimalist (adjective): of, relating to, or following a style in art, literature, or music that is very simple and uses a small number of colors, parts, materials, etc.; Utilitarian: 2. utilitarian (adjective): made to be useful rather than to be decorative or comfortable. From Merriam-Webster online
Is unadorned the word you're looking for?
"Unvarnished" (Collins: "not elaborated upon or glossed; plain and direct "), or "pared-down" (Collins: "with no unnecessary features; reduced to a very simple form")?
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