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Written on July 18, 2006 by Nicole

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Wardrobe Rx (Accessories, Part III)

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Now for the fun part! You have the basics; you have some stuff for the weekend, so now you need to add life and personality to it all. You need to accessorize!

If you stick with classic clothing pieces and put your money into trendy accessories, you’ll spend less and always be in style.

Here are the accessories you’ll need:

  1. Great bag - This doesn’t have to cost  a fortune. Oversized purses are in right now and that’s great for moms. Pick a color and fabric that will work with all you “basics.”
  2. Trendy belt - Skinny ones, wide ones and everything in between. Pick something fun to create a new look for a basic outfit.
  3. Evening purse - Cute and small! Have some fun with this one. This can give personality to your little black dress.
  4. Classic pumps - This is an easy one. You’ll wear them with your classic suit, your black dress pants, your little black dress, etc. Go for a least a 2 inch heel.
  5. Fun jewelry - Wooden, beaded, there is so much to pick from. Select a necklace, bracelet and earrings that coordinate and can be mixed and matched. (Hint: This can really spice up the crisp white shirt.)
  6. Ballet flats - Very in style right now. Comfortable and will work great with casual pants and skirts.
  7. Open toe strapy sandals - These can dress up your black pants or your sundress. It’s okay to wear them in the winter, just paint your toes first!
  8. Coat/jacket - If your budget allows, one long coat and one jacket is best. Base the fabric and style on your climate. But, the longer coat should work with your dressy pieces, i.e. black slacks, suit, black dress, etc. The jacket is for your jeans, casual pants and skirts, etc.
  9. Classic jewelry - Maybe some diamond earrings or a sting of pearls (and they don’t even have to be real, just classic). These will last you a lifetime and will dress up any outfit.
  10. Sweat suit - A must have for every soccer mom! Go for comfortable but stylish in a color that you’ll love to wear, because you’ll wear this a lot!

So here’s a quick example of how these accessories can make the outfit:

  • Take your jeans and crisp white shirt. Okay, cute, you’ll fit in but you won’t really stand out and your personality won’t show. Now add a beaded necklace, bracelet and earrings, wide, trendy belt, strapy open toe sandals, cute jacket and throw that great bag over your shoulder. Wow! Now that’s an outfit people will notice!

Go do some shopping and then try adding the pieces above. I think you’ll love the results!

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