8 Accessories That Can Match Any Outfit
The best signature accessories can be worn with just about every outfit in your closet and yet still reflect your own, evolving style. Don’t be afraid to mix styles, layer accessories, and let loose with your look. You’re young and beautiful. At this stage in your life, everything looks wonderful: so why not wear it all?
On Your Body
Layer on the accessories, honey! Elevate your style with dynamic additions to your outfit. With the right accessories, you can take your most comfortable t-shirt and jeans combination from dreadfully basic to totally chic. It takes a little effort to make your wardrobe all that, but it’s well worth it.
Denim Jacket
- A classic denim jacket that’s cropped at the waist can top any ensemble, from jeans to a feminine dress.
- To make your jacket more of your own, add a couple of enamel pins to the lapel.
Enamel Pins
- If you’re part of a fandom, you can proclaim your passion with enamel pins. There are pins for whatever subject you’re into.
- Pins are a great way to individualize your backpack or jacket.
- You’ll find pins for Disney movies, sloths, anime, artists, famous scientists, and more.
Faux Fur
- When the weather gets a little too chilly for a single layer of denim, try a faux fur jacket or vest.
- Luxurious fluff will keep you cozy and looking fabulous.
- Cream, dusty pink and soft blue furs are especially in style this year.
On Your Hands
Manicure those nails! It doesn’t have to be fancy, but clean, shaped nails with a coat of polish can take you from an hour in the garden to a date night with minimal fuss. If you want to keep your hands healthy, keep your nails and cuticles groomed and moisturized. Colored nail polish adds a pop of brilliance to your outfit but remember that it needs more upkeep than clear.
Manicures done at a salon typically lasts longer than one you do yourself, but
they can be expensive, especially if you have your nails done
regularly. It’s a skill worth practicing, both for your wallet and for
your peace of mind.
On Your Face
Pay special attention to face-framing accessories with interesting textures, layering, and bright colors.
Sunglasses
Take your outfit to the next level with tastefully over-the-top sunglasses.
- Extreme sizes, like large cat eye plastic frames or small oval wire frames that barely cover your eyes, protect your eyes from harsh summer sun and keep you looking ice cold all year long.
- Pink and orange tinted lenses are the hit trend of the year.
- When you’re not wearing them, sunglasses can also be used to keep your hair back.
Earrings
Every girl should own a pair of timeless stud earrings.
- They add a touch of elegance to every outfit.
- Ball earrings can be small or large, depending on your preference.
- Gold, silver or white pearl ball earrings go with everything. Think about ball earrings in your birthstone, or sparkly rhinestones.
- Alternate your little ear balls with gold or silver hoop earrings. Small hoops look more delicate, while larger hoops add a free-spirited feel.
Necklaces
Two or three delicate chain necklaces worn together add an edgy minimalist style to your look.
- The shortest is often an unadorned chain, while the longer (mid-clavicle) will have a single drop charm or bead.
- At the other end, beads or shells knotted on a leather string add an unexpected element to your outfit.
- The most popular necklaces to look out for are dainty silver and gold chains lined with tiny beads or charms.
In Your Hair
Snap hair clips, worn in multiples of the same or coordinating colors, are insanely cute. Line them up at your hairline two or three in a row. Padded velvet headbands, in black or your favorite color, will keep your hair sleek and away from your face. Velvet scrunchies are your go-to accessory of the year, too.
Accessorize Your Life
Step out of your comfort zone and try one some of the year’s hottest accessories. You’re sure to find one that will match any outfit in your closet. Whether it’s a string of dainty necklaces or a jean jacket that you’ve worn into perfection, step up your fashion game with a timeless accessory that’ll have you looking chic for years to come.