Accessories or nah?
Accessories or nah?
The answer for me is always accessories. Wearing them can elevate your outfit from simple to superb. For example, the dress that I wore in those photos was not flattering to my body at all. It just didn’t sit well and it was a little too big. I got it because I absolutely adored the color, the split detail and it was on sale. One of the ways I was able to elevate the dress was by adding a belt. Adding it immediately gave me the waistline making the dress more flattering. It also allowed me to transition other colors into the dress without it looking like, that does not go together. 😂
What accessories should I get?
I would recommend belts, brooches, sunnies, purses, and of course shoes.
We’ve already talked about what a belt can do. A brooch can actually do similar things. Recently I wore a crossed fitted blazer and wanted to take it in a little further. Instead of removing the buttons, I just extended the blazer over and placed the brooch on it. It was a nice accent to the blazer and it saved my waistline.
In my opinion, it made the blazer look more expensive than it was.
As for purses, a variety is nice. I typically buy purses that match my shoes and every now and again I buy one that makes a statement on its own. That statement piece usually matches multiple shoes not just one, so choose wisely.
You all should know by now how I feel about sunglasses. But if you don’t. For me, it gives that I have arrived feeling. You know when you walk into a room and everybody is like there she goes! That’s it, that’s what I’m talking about. 😂 The message here is always add sunglasses.
Last but not least, shoes. Invest in whatever shoe choice you prefer. Just make sure it matches what is in your wardrobe and that you would not be uncomfortable. Many of my shoes are from Zara or Nordstrom. They have the best variety and the best sales when I am ready to buy a few items at a time.
I remember the first time a co-worker of mine introduced me to heels. This girl was so fashionable, every time I saw here, I was like yessss 👏🏾
One day she was like “Tiffany your outfit is cute, but you’re always wearing flats. I’m gonna take you to get some heels.” I thought she was just kidding, but after we clocked out, we headed straight to the mall. Our first stop, Zara! I bought a pair of black 4 inch heels, and never looked back. I’ve been wearing heels for so long, it feels so awkward when I wear flats. I would literally trip for no reason.
It’s important to invest in our accessories, just as we do with our clothing 😘
I have linked a few items that I either have, or have been eyeing. Here