How to accessorize and
why should you do it? Now aren’t these some pretty good questions to discuss
now, when every magazine in the world is busy suggesting new trends and every
woman in the world starts having those gloomy thoughts about not having
anything to wear.
Accessorizing is a creative process and maybe even some
form of art, not a pointless, boring process that is supposed to give you
headaches. Accessories will help you
stand out, they will also help you save
money and you’ll always look fabulous.
How? Well, it’s
actually very simple – experimenting
with different types of hairpieces, belts, jewelry will make the clothes you already own look totally different
enabling you to wear them more often. But that’s not all – you’ll actually get
complimented for your looks and nobody will even notice that’s the same shirt/skirt
you wore two days ago.
Choosing accessories
can be daunting. With so many options and styles, it is easy to pile things on
and end up looking like an over-styled disaster. Don’t worry! Deciding on what
to wear to make your look pop is very simple.
Look at your
outfit. What colors are you wearing? Neutrals? Pinks? Black and green? If you
are wearing neutral, or darker clothes with less color, you may want to
accessorize with something colorful. What styles of clothing are you wearing?
Is it girly? Tailored? Elegant? What your outfit looks like is important in
choosing the right accessories. Clothes
are an important part of accessorizing, so it's best to make them as
tasteful and stylish as possible. Jeans should flatter your legs and backside.
Skirts would look best if they were as fun and colorful as your shirts, but
black or white work.
Accessories can help
you make any outfit look fresh and exciting! Accessorizing is the easiest, most
inexpensive way to make a style statement. Here's some quick ways to
accessorize any outfit.
1.
Choosing Basic Jewelries
The quickest way you
can change your look is with jewelry. It’s like a punctuation mark at the end
of a sentence. The very same dress can become dressy with crystal jewelry, or
go casual with wooden accessories.
The rules of necklace wearing is fairly simple: if you’re wearing a
“busy” shirt, keep the neckline simple. If your top or dress is simple,
rock out all out want!
Also, be sure to stick to only one statement piece (the IT piece for fall
accessories) or multiple layers of simplicity. On trend this season? Neon
rhinestones. And mixing metals can be oh-so-chic when done well.
Your necklace should
be working for you—a long strand that hits just below the bust makes you look
taller and leaner.
Wear only enough
jewelry to complement your outfit, not overwhelm it.
2.
Earrings can Change the Shape of your Face
You can actually
change the shape of your face with the right pair of earrings. Larger earrings
make the nose look smaller. Avoid drop or shoulder earrings if you have a long
face or short neck.
When shopping for
earrings, consider the shape of your
face: Pendants look best when yours is round or square. Studs, buttons, or
short drop earrings offset a long or oval face. Hoops are always a good choice.
Colored stones can
brighten your complexion. Petites need delicate earrings.
Dangling earrings look
best with short hair or up-dos. Smaller earrings look best with glasses.
3.
Rings
A ring should flatter
your fingers. Narrow bands or styles that extend toward the knuckle make your
digits appear longer; thin fingers can pull off a wider style.
4.
Comfortable Shoes
Not only are they an
important accessory, they can create an entire look. Let’s face it, the shoes stage
the outfit.
Go for comfort. If you
can’t wear a pair of shoes comfortably for more than an hour, don’t bother.
Your face will show your pain, no matter how much makeup you apply.
There should be enough
width to wiggle your toes.
The end of your
longest toe should be about one-quarter to one-half inch from the end when you’re
standing.
The widest part of the
shoe should fit the widest part of your foot comfortably. The shoe should not
slip when you walk. Purchase late in the day when your feet are largest.
Never buy a shoe that
wrinkles when you flex your foot.
Wear what you love. The
shoes will dictate what follows.
Flats look best with long skirts and slim pants.
5.
Sandal Solutions
The simpler the
sandal, the more use you’ll get.
Be sure the straps are
well made, not too tight or too delicate.
Avoid sandals that cut
any area of the foot. Look for built-in
arch support. Inner padding is the sign of a well-made sandal.
Inexpensive shoes look richer in natural browns than in black.
6.
Boot Boosters
Chunky boots need
heavier hose. Don’t wear sheer hose with boots.
Buy your size. Boots
should be snug without cramping. Don’t buy boots that are too big.
Don’t stuff your
calves into the boot. Look for stretch materials if you have large calves.
Get non-skid soles
from your shoemaker if your boots don’t already have them.
7.
Hat Advice
Never spend a lot for
a hat. They blow away in the summer and take a beating in the rain and snow. They’re
a great accessory, but not for everyone. They
look best outdoors.
Once you have a hat
on, you need to keep it on. Hat head is
always a sure thing.
8.
Choosing Eyeglasses
Here’s a great way to
show off your style. Your glasses can make a major statement. A long narrow face looks best in oval frames.
Cat’s eye frames add width at the cheekbones.
Heart-shaped faces look
best in oval or square frames, which hide width and create balance.
A round face is most flattered by an
angled or squared shape since they add contours. Soften a square face with round or oval frames.
They help de-emphasize a strong jaw line.
Shorten a long nose with light wire frames. Aviator
styles help slim a broad face.
9.
Sunglasses Styling
A great accessory, but
you’ve got to look at more than the style.
Plastic frames are
less likely to pop out but scratch easily.
Polarized lenses
filter out glare.
Mirrored lenses
reflect it back.
Green works well in
low and bright light.
Brown and amber are
good for high glare or haze.
Gray, rose, and yellow
are good for outdoor sports.
10.
Hair Considerations
Gold rims bring out
golden highlights.
Red or wine frames
look great on redheads.
11.
Eye Impact
Tortoise shell is a
good choice for brown eyes.
Blue eyes sparkle in
clear or silver frames.
12.
Belts
You likely need to
start by figuring out which placement
works for your figure, then which WIDTH of belt you like best.
How should you
implement belts? The right belt can make you appear slimmer and taller. It can
dress an outfit up or down. A skinny belt can make your legs look longer. It
draws the eye up; making your lower half look longer.
A thick middle can
look smaller with a wide belt worn just below the waist. Wear it loosely.
Add height with a
chain belt. Always wear it slung on your hips.
If you wear a wide belt, let it rest on your hips. Wearing it right at
the waist will make the belt look like a corset.
13.
Selecting Scarves
So start with a scarf:
Put on a fairly loose dress or tunic, and try belting it with a scarf at
various spots on your body. Hips, wearing waist, natural waist, and close your
bust like an empire waistline. See what looks best. Then try making the scarf
wide like an obi belt and see how that looks. Fold it so it’s the width of a
pants belt. Roll it tight as you can so it’s skinny. See which width is most
flattering. You may find that multiple combinations look good – skinny at your
natural waist, wide up by your bust, medium at your wearing waist. But this
little exercise will get you on the right track.
In my experience, most
women own scarves. They see them worn by others, love how they look, buy them,
get them home, and realize they have no idea how to deploy them in actual
outfits. Does this describe you? Well, sadly, the only way to give those
scarves some wearable love is to suss out which ties work for you. And that
means some research and experimentation. Let’s research first:
The perfect scarf can
add glamour and polish to an otherwise dull look. There are many ways to use
scarves.
Wear a scarf as a
belt.
Use a scarf as a men’s
tie with a feminine touch.
Cheap scarves are a
bargain buy. They double as belts and head wraps.
Remember that your #1 accessory should be your wonderful personality. You want people to like you, not your clothes. Shine on!
14.
Finding the Perfect Handbag
It’s such an important
accessory, and so often overlooked. It’s more visible than your shoes because
it’s closer to eye level for everybody to notice.
You don’t need a bag
that’s more than 10 x 13 inches unless it’s for business or travel.
It’s not that
important or necessary to match every outfit with an exactly matched bag.
Actually, it makes you look like you’re trying too hard.
Pick a neutral color
or a multi-colored bag if you want it to look like it goes with what you’re
wearing.
Find a handbag with
one or two extra compartments to help you find things.
Matching bag to your
body. A small bag with a short
shoulder strap will slim your hips and butt. If you want to look less top
heavy, let your bag fall at your waist or just below. Look taller by locating a
bag with a contrasting vertical detail.
Choose a bag that
falls at the area that you consider your biggest asset, because that’s where
you’ll be noticed.
Lighten up your load. It’s not necessary to carry everything in
your purse, and it’s not practical to carry full-sized products. Don’t ever
have a bag so big that people ask you what you could possibly have in there.
Your
Basic Handbag Needs
1) Wallet
2) Keys
3) Breath mints
4) Comb/brush
5) Nail file
6) Tissues
7) Notebook & pen
8) A cosmetic bag with
these essentials: lipstick (doubles as blush); foundation/powder combo;
multi-use pencil for eyes, lips, brows.
Don't try to carry loose powder in your purse unless it’s in a separate
container. It just makes a mess.
15.
Types of Wallets
Consider a wallet’s
material first. Nylon is durable,
easy to keep clean, and inexpensive. Leather gets better as it ages. Calfskin is the best leather for
wallets.
Light colors stain in
any material don’t wear well.
A leather change area
is strongest.
Edges should be
finished, not frayed.
Check for loose
threads.
Test to make sure the
metal tops of the wallet “kiss.”
Test a zipper by
tugging on the outside edges. Make sure it’s strong and stays on track.
Store your cosmetics in a clear pencil case. In this way, you can see
everything at a glance without having to dig. Keep a mirror in it, facing
outward. Not only will you protect the mirror from getting dirty, but you’ll
also be able to see yourself at a glance.
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