Isn’t it amazing the difference accessories can make to an outfit?
Just adding a few small details to your look can completely lift your overall aesthetic and ensure that what you decide to wear will bring out all the compliments!
The great thing about accessories is that they come in different forms, shapes and sizes, which means there are plenty of ways to jazz up your ensemble.
In this post, we’ll highlight some of the accessories that make the biggest impact on your attire and how you can style them for maximum effect.
All of these are fashion items you should have at your disposal.
1. Sunglasses
Where would we be without sunglasses?
Well, for a start, probably squinting. But notwithstanding, sunglasses are a great way to add an instant dose of style and sophistication to any look.
Styling sunglasses is all about balancing your face shape with the right frames in a way that compliments your outfit.
For an effortlessly chic look, start by choosing popular Oroton glasses that complement your face shape—oversized frames for round faces, cat-eye for heart-shaped, or aviators for square faces are a good rule of thumb.
When pairing sunglasses with outfits, aim for harmony. You can’t go wrong with sleek, minimal frames with a bold ensemble or statement sunglasses with a simple outfit.
Also, consider the colour palette you want to adopt. Neutral-toned sunglasses typically offer versatility, while vibrant or patterned frames can add a playful pop to your look.
2. Hair Accessories
They say diamonds are a girl’s best friend. However, maybe their true best friend is really hair accessories.
Not only do these beauties add a dash of personality to your hairstyle, but they can also detract attention from it if your strands are not sitting quite as well as you’d like them to.
The secret to rocking hair accessories is to keep them subtle. Most importantly, you should choose a clip, scrunchie, band, scarf, or bandana that you feel most comfortable in.
One great option is to part your hair down the middle and apply a stylish clip to either side of it, like Olivia Rodrigo. Others include embracing an odd number of barrettes, putting on a statement headband to keep hair off your face or tying a scarf to a high ponytail to instantly catch the eye.
3. Earrings
One of the most reliable of all accessories is the good old earrings.
It doesn’t matter if you put on clusters, studs, hoops, or break out the chandeliers—earrings can instantly take your look from ‘nice’ to ‘wow’.
When it comes to earrings, try to find something that best suits your complexion. It is also good to always carry around a good allrounder with you that can be worn to match any occasion.
Overall, there are no hard and fast rules when it comes to earrings. But if you pair minimalistic earrings with a casual outfit or ornate ones with formal attire, you will be on safe ground.
That said, you can’t go wrong with classic diamond studs. But if you fancy trying something a bit more daring, put on gemstones that match the colour of your eyes.
4. Headwear
Of all the fashion accessories you can wear, a hat is arguably the one which has the biggest impact.
It is also the most versatile because you can perform various functions, such as protecting yourself from the sun, wind, or rain, covering up a bad hair day, and, of course, elevating your look.
When choosing the right hat to wear, face shape is very important. For instance, if you have an oval or diamond face shape, you should wear a medium-brimmed hat with a crown that is not narrower than your cheekbones, as this will help to create proportion and balance.
Likewise, if you have a triangle or pear-shaped face, you should choose a hat with a wide brim and full crown. You’ll want to draw attention to the upper reaches of your face as much as possible.
5. Silk Scarf
Ah, the good old silk scarf. We really would be lost without it, wouldn’t we girls?
Whether it’s to keep warm in the office when the air conditioning is set too high, worn around the waist to cover up your modesty as you step off the beach or just in your hair as you go about your day, silk scarves can be a godsend.
Today, scarves can be worn in a myriad of ways, thanks to several celebrities and influencers pushing the envelope. So, why not draw inspiration from Sabrina Carpenter, who went all out glam in a blue dress and scarf combo, complete with cat-eye sunglasses, for her ‘Please, Please, Please’ video?
Alternatively, take a leave out of Rihanna’s book, who often rocks a Hermès silk scarf when going out and about or channel your inner Hailey Bieber by matching a leopard print scarf on top of her baseball cap like she did recently at Coachella.
There is so much room for creativity, so go and have some fun with it!
