Accessories give the finishing touches to an outfit.
It’s the perfect way to update your look without having to spend lots of money on new garments. Handbags, shoes and sunglasses should be refreshed at least every few seasons to keep your look current, but this doesn’t mean throwing old things away.
If you have great pieces you just can’t part with, keep them – they may come back around. Cat’s-eye shaped sunglasses are a perfect example of this – they are back on the faces of models this year. I picked up a pair overseas 10 years ago. I got rid of them, but I’m kicking myself now.
To avoid hoarding items, if you really like something, it should reflect your individual style, it must be flattering and in good condition. Accessories are perfect to store as they don’t take up much space and they can be mixed with new trends to give your look a twist. Take a dig through what you already have that might be revived with a few new items mixed in.
Espadrilles are back with a vengeance. These classic shoes come and go every few seasons and are great for giving height and a sexy casual style without looking like you are trying too hard. Wear them with jeans or dresses to friends’ houses, or out for dinner or lunch
old-world romance comes through with vintage-inspired accessories. These can be the real thing or items that are made to look like they have lived. Get to your local thrift shops or weekend market
and have a good dig around to see what soulful gems you can find
We all know how important it is to be sun smart, so why not look good while you protect your skin from damage? A trilby is the perfect accompaniment to a pair of jeans and a T-shirt when the sun is shining
Suede is a key look in gorgeous natural tones of warm camel and dusky donkey. Suede can start to
look very shabby if not taken care of. I recommend you get a suede spray from a shoe retailer and give your items a good coating prior to wearing, and every month thereafter. Aviator sunglasses are the perfect eyewear for this safari look
Animal prints are a hot trend again this season. Feline prints will add luxury to your look and work best when you just have a hint of them – one accessory or garment is enough. Too many animal prints together can look tacky
Bags with buckles and studs have a lot of appeal, but give them a test drive in store before you buy. Make sure all the studs are well pushed in and will not catch and pull on the fibres of knitwear or delicate fabrics
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