Accessories can make or break an outfit. Too many can take over and too few can take away compromising your entire look. Sometimes I love to layer my pieces creating a chaotic scene where the jewelry is the focal point. Other times I like to stick to the classic pieces that subtly say "she's a classic beauty". So where do you start?
You start with the outfit. What is it you are trying to communicate? For example, you have an event such as a wedding, a fund raiser, a date, drinks with the girls etc. What is the message that you want a complete stranger to get by just looking at you? When you walk into the room and the attention is on you, what is the initial impression? Now, take that to the next level. What do your accessories say about you?
TIPS
If you have big earrings don't wear a big necklace and vice versa.
Layering is absolutely acceptable. Bangles, rings, necklaces. The more the merrier.
Less is more. When headed to a formal affair, choose classic pieces and be very selective. Pearls, diamonds, or gemstones.
Scarves are fun to wrap, wear, double as a coat, tie onto a handbag, or use as a belt. They are very versatile and add a pop of color to any outfit.
Investments: Pieces to invest in for long term wear.
Invest on one designer handbag that you can wear season after season.
Invest in a nice watch.
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Handbag: When it comes to handbags, we wear them out. They carry everything and go everywhere which means they carry a disgusting amount of germs. It's good to switch them out and rotate your collection. You can find numerous bags in the market that will give you the look you are going for without the designer price like this tote from Target.
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