Accessorizing is an art. Like any other skill, the more you practice and experiment with it, the better you will get. Jewelry has the power to take a simple outfit to smashing. It can also make a great outfit a fashion disaster. Two women can have on the same black dress, but no one will notice because of their choice of accessories. This is what makes your look unique.
The following are some guidelines for accessorizing…
•Think of the occasion. Is it a wedding or a casual Friday night dinner with friends? Jeweled chandelier earrings are fabulous with a cocktail dress and gold hoops pair perfectly with a T-shirt and jeans.
•Define your style. What is your fashion “vibe?” Do you wear lots of black and leather? Opt for layered necklaces, geometric metals and bold earrings. Are you a classic dresser leaning toward clean, tailored pieces? Simple gold and pearl necklaces paired with hoop and stud earrings compliment your style. Or do you prefer a free-spirited Bohemian look, sporting lots of jeans and flowy tops? Wood and stone pieces fit your style.
•Consider your neckline. You want to compliment the shape of the neckline, not fight with it. Your necklace should stop a few inches above where your neckline starts.
-Turtleneck – long chain or lariat
-Scoop – short chunky or layered necklace
-Strapless – choker
-V-neck – long beads or V-shaped pendant
-Cowl – no necklace
-Sweetheart – multi-strand necklace
•Layering jewelry is an important trend for fall 2021. Mixing necklaces of three different lengths will achieve this look. It is important to wear necklaces of the same texture and weight.
•Bracelets are made to be stacked. Mix and match the length of your necklaces and the width of your bracelets. The key to mixing pieces is to have a common denominator – metal, style or color.
•Your accessories should balance your outfit. If you choose statement earrings, skip the necklace and add bracelets. Chunky necklace – go with a stud earring.
Jewelry is a simple way to change an ordinary outfit into an extraordinary fashion statement. Come to Pappagallo today to see the newest accessory trends for fall 2021.
-by Nicki Smith
About the Author: Nicki Smith has been in the fashion industry for 36 years. She is the owner of and buyer for Pappagallo, located at 2020 Scottsville Road in Bowling Green (The Pines Shopping Center, next to Chico’s).
