The number of accessories you may use to spruce up your outfit—from scarves, belts, and shoes to jewellery, hats, and bags—seems limitless and, yes, occasionally overwhelming. It can seem like an impossible task to some of us to perfect the art of accessorising, but it doesn’t have to be. Having a few professional hints at your disposal might make you your own personal stylist and elevate your wardrobe.
1. For a more finished appearance, match your belt to your clothing properly.
The correct belt can improve your appearance. For instance, small women should choose a monochromatic slim belt, whereas tall, athletic women look wonderful in a wide belt. Wide belts can be used to coordinate various prints.
Belts that are too thin will blend in with busy patterns better than they do with solid-coloured shirts or bottoms. Wide belts can be utilised to cinch a jumper or jacket and highlight your form. They also look wonderful with jumpsuits and dresses. Choose a medium-thickness belt out of caution because they go with almost anything.
2. Adapt your footwear choice to the hemline of your skirt.
There is a golden rule that might prevent you from looking tacky in a miniskirt: the shorter the skirt, the lower the heel. However, the same miniskirt might appear chic and stylish whether worn with ballerina flats, loafers or even a stylish pair of sneakers. On the other hand, don’t be scared to pair maxi and midi skirts with sky-high heels. If you must wear a miniskirt and high heels together, tights will make the outfit look much more put together.
3. Use jewellery or a scarf as an accessory to draw attention away from trouble spots.
If you enjoy donning figure-hugging skirts but have a little extra weight in your midsection, consider donning a colourful scarf or chunky jewellery to draw attention away from your stomach and towards your face. Additionally, you can spend money on shapewear to further trim your frame. If you are mindful of your waistline, stay away from tight skirts with decorations and details on the waist.
4. The secret is to balance your accessories.
With exquisite accessories, it’s simple to go overboard with the details. Avoid making your outfit too complicated by adding too much jewellery when wearing a scarf. You can use the straightforward 1:1 ratios rule—a scarf + necklace or a scarf + showy earrings—to prevent making this error.
5. Change the purpose of coloured scarves to experiment.
You’re not restricted to simply draping a scarf around your neck. There are countless ways to accessorise with a scarf. You can wear it in place of a belt, as a headband, as a hat adornment, or even to spruce up an old handbag.
6. Choosing a large bag won’t make you appear taller.
When looking for a bag, the majority of us frequently become captivated by lovely designs and shapes, forgetting that the scale is actually the most crucial factor.
Box-shaped bags that stand apart from the body should be avoided by tall women. In the same way, micro bags. They can be little, but they have the power to make you appear enormous. Better options are rounded, slouchy shoulder bags that are flexible in shape.
Curvy, plus-size women should choose medium-sized structured bags rather than very small or large slouchy bags. While extra little bags can make you look smaller, an enormous unstructured bag can add bulk to your problem areas. A clutch can be a fantastic choice if you enjoy carrying compact handbags.
7. Do not match the colour of the bag with the shoes.
Avoid matching sets of colours if you want to appear more contemporary. Although there is nothing wrong with wearing a black handbag with black shoes, it is preferable to match the colour of your handbag with other accessories, such as your earrings or jacket, if you want to add some colour to a simple outfit. It’s a little different when it comes to prints and patterns, though. If you adore patterned shoes or bags, strive to determine the base colour and coordinate in line with it. Wear a pair of basic grey shoes, for instance, if the base colour of the patterned purse is grey, or the other way around.
8. It is best to keep the neckline and necklace apart.
A simple method to make your clothing more stylish is to add some sparkle with jewellery, but while selecting a necklace, you should first think about the neckline.
Short necklaces look best when they hang above the neckline, but they can also look wonderful if the neckline is high enough to act as a background for the jewellery (the pendant shouldn’t lay evenly on your skin and clothing). However, lengthy necklaces may seem a little weird with square or asymmetrical necklines. They go well with both low and high necklines, as well as turtlenecks.
9. Like a pro, stack your bracelets.
Knowing how to layer your arm candy is important for those of you who prefer bracelets. There is plenty of room for mixing and matching your bracelets, but balance is essential. Bulky bracelets on both wrists can draw attention away from the rest of your clothing and possibly come off as a little gaudy. Keep an eye on the colour scheme as well to make your jewellery and attire look coordinated.
10. Choose a hat that complements your attire.
It can be tempting to simply throw on any hat to spice up your appearance, but doing so can backfire. Before adding a hat to your style, consider your facial and physical dimensions. The brim of the hat shouldn’t be wider than your shoulders, according to the golden rule.
- Wearing a hat with a shallow crown further back on your head will add more sharp lines to balance your appearance if you have a round face. A fedora, a long sock hat, or an angular hat are the best options for you.
- To lessen the lines on their face, women with square faces can use larger hats. Choose a round-brimmed hat, a cloche hat, a slouchy beret, or a beanie in place of fedoras and angular hats.
- Avoid wearing beanies and soft-brimmed hats if your face is long, and keep your hat from being worn too far back on your head. Instead, choose for hats with wide brims, fitting crowns, and caps that cut across the forehead.
11. Add some colour to your outfit with a pair of vibrant tights or stockings.
This is a quick and easy way to dress up your style and add a splash of colour. Choose a colour scheme for your outfit as a whole and match the tights to other items you’re wearing, or go with contrasting tights to draw attention to other items of apparel.
Accessories often serve as more than simply adornments; they can even merge with the dress itself and serve as a structural element. At the BET Awards in 2021, singer Megan Thee Stallion wore a garment with two pieces of fabric that covered only her private areas and were inspired by Grecian goddesses. The embellishments were glittering beaded and fell to her hips.
