“Accessories make the outfit.” How rich would you be if you got a nickel every time you heard or read that line? Learning how to accessorize is an important skill everyone should master. Not only does it express your personality but takes your outfit to the next level. Even though there are literally hundreds of articles on accessorizing, many still struggle with getting it right. Here are a few of my tips for how to use accessories to take your style game up a notch:
- Make a Statement. If you’re wearing a basic outfit, pick a statement accessory to stand out and pair it with simple add-ons that compliment the look. Remember a great outfit is about balance, your clothes and accessorizes shouldn’t all be competing for attention.
- Less is More. Several people say “more is more” but I disagree, especially for accessorizing work wear. An outfit will look more sophisticated and thought through when you wear a few, well placed extras.
- Mix and Match. Just like mixing colors, using accessories to mix in patterns, colors, and textures adds depth to your look.
- Choose a Talisman. Many women have their equivalent of a super suit to protect them from a rough day, but on the days you leave your super suit at home remember to don an accessory with sentimental value to wear.
Accessorizing doesn’t have to be hard. You can choose to pull a “Steve Jobs” and wear the same accessorizes every day as a calling card for people to remember you by or you can just go wild with it. The choice is yours to make. Don’t let others dictate how you choose to represent yourself as long as you feel beautiful! If you need help finding your definition of beautiful, let me help you!
All Photos by Matthew Robinson
Marshall’s Hat (similar here)|Quay Sunglasses|ASOS Jumpsuit (also in black)|H&M Purse (similar here)|J. Crew Heels (similar here)|Aldo Bracelet
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Wow! love that color and style so..
You are rocking that denim jumpsuit! It’s perfect with the touches of leopard! Thanks for sharing your tips!
Jill
Doused In Pink
Thanks for linking up to my Top of the World Style fashion linkup party. Welcome. Your pants are awesome!
You do jumpsuits so well.love the look
Love Love Love this jumpsuit on you!! Gorgeous XO! Thank you so much for sharing with #LINKUPWITHLISA @ http://www.beauty101bylisa.com/2015/06/linkupwithlisa-23-converse-sneakers-and.html
I love your tips. Unless it is the weekend wear I am so guilty of disregarding accessories with my outfits on the weekdays even out to the store with my kiddos. Thanks for linking up to “Bloggers Who Have Inspired me.”
Rachel xo
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Garay Treasures
I love, love, love that jumpsuit. Thanks for linking up at Who’s Wearing What Wednesdays at Pastries, Pumps and Pi!
Your ASOS jumpsuit looks so cool! Love it!
Beauty by Miss L Weekly Fashion Link Up!
I love ASOS and this is such a cool cutout style, perfect with the leopard!
Thanks for linking up with Turning Heads Tuesday!
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
Amazing!! Love this!
Thanks so much for sharing with Fun Fashion Friday!
OXOX
Dawn Lucy
http://fashionshouldbefun.blogspot.com
Thanks for linking up to top of the world style. This jumpsuit is awesome. It looks very feminine despite it is denim. Great choice!
Love the denim jumpsuit and you look so chic with the floppy hat a sunnies!
Thanks for linking up to Flashback Fashion Fridays!
~Jessica
Jeans and a Teacup
love the jumpsuit! so perfect and stylish!
Irene
http://www.thedailylace.com
I love this jumpsuit – the cutout is so fun!
Alice
http://www.happpinessatmidlife.com
Would love to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.
You look amazing.
Merci
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