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How To Transform An Ouftfit With Accessories
Hi! The weather’s starting to feel a bit more Springy and we can take more care in what we wear instead of hiding under 50 layers. So I thought why not give some accessorising tips you can take into the new season.
It’s definitely personal but I’ll be discussing the right type for different heights, how to express personality and using accessories to transform an outfit into your own.
Body Shape
Accessorising needs to be in harmony with your outfit and shape. It shouldn’t take away too much attention from you – the star but just frame and compliment you perfectly.
If you’re a small person, any big statement jewellery will overpower you. A bit like wearing an oversized coat. You want to pick dainty detailed jewellery a bit like yourself.
Same with belts, keep them thin. Also try to avoid wearing massive bags (I know that can be hard with a lot to carry). Big bags will also make you look smaller and draw attention away from you.
Small hats with brims not too wide are ideal as you don’t want it taking away from your face. Try berets, bowler hats and boaters for example.
Now flip this theory around for a taller person. Small dainty accessories will get lost on you, no point wearing them. Something chunkier will be the perfect balance and won’t look too big on you.
You can take lots of accessories and it won’t look too much so have fun. Layer up your necklaces, bracelets and scarves.
Experiment with big bold fashion pieces like a fun statement hat or bag. A patterned bag strap can lift a plain top.
Personality
I can’t say this enough, you can express so much of yourself through accessories! It doesn’t just have to be your clothes that do the talking.
If you’re a shy person, let your clothes break the ice before you do. It’ll help that other person start a conversation with you if you can’t think of something to say.
It can be a balance, maybe not have too many personality pieces on at once or they won’t know what to talk about first and it could send confusing signals. Sometimes if something is bold, it’s enough.
How to make them your own
This is hard to convey without knowing you of course but here’s a few things to think about that’ll give your accessorising an edge.
Consider the blank space, like with art work. Sometimes it’s ok to let things breathe and wear one piece in one place if your look is already full on. Other times you might want to fill a gap by putting that accessory if an outfit is too plain.
Of course it’s a balance. Could be a necklace here, and a couple bracelets on one arm. Spacing out accessories and playing around with different shapes, colours and sizes is what’ll show that you’re a confident dresser.
Maybe it’s a hair clip, nothing on the neck, because your face already has a piece but you have a nice belt or ring on. If you can stagger your jewellery you’ll find a good balance.
You can use accessories to add volume where you need on your body. So if your shoulders are looking big, try putting your hair up or wearing a hat so your head doesn’t get lost or look small.
Knowing what works for your body but still finding colours and styles that speak to your tastes is the key.
I always recommend thinking about length too. It could look a little weak and confusing if a necklace is just coming over your neckline. You either want it on your skin above the neckline or happily on your chest. No halfway house. Also too long, however tall you are, can look a little dated and silly.
Too many bracelets all at once could be over kill but finding just the right amount that all go with each other can be a lovely way to show you are good at putting together a considerate look.
So, I hope this has been helpful and as always, feel free to get in touch and book a free discovery consultation to see if we can try accessorising in person what you have already on a Wardrobe Edit or looking for more on a Personal Shopping trip online or in person 😀