Bonjour! I know I started talking about fall fashion because obviously I'm already excited to add to my wardrobe...I'm going to however, take a step back for a second and focus on summer. It is after all only July!! I was watching the Marilyn Denis show the other day. I can't say I'm a usual viewer but it came on after Live with Kelly and I couldn't resist...it was all about fashion! A few of the main topics were accessories and dresses. They had a stylist on, Alexis Honce, who shared what her top 7 accessories are and I totally agree! I even agree with how to wear them. She knows what she's talking about. The top seven were as follows: Cocktail rings, watches, long necklaces, dangly earrings, cuffs/bangles, beaded bracelets and simpler necklaces. She also suggested how to wear them.
A good way to keep on top of these trends is to pay attention to what celebs are wearing. They're usually the spokespeople for style...well most of them! My favourites to follow are Diane Krueger, Jennifer Aniston, Zoe Saldana, Jessica Alba, just to name a few!
Bangles/cuffs/cocktail rings? One thing she suggested is to stack them! It sounds like much but it looked really fun..almost a tribal effect (with the cuffs ). And she said if you do this wear it with a cocktail ring and that's all. That's your bam piece that is still balanced enough for the whole outfit. As for the outfit I think it depends on if it's day or night and if there is colour in the clothes or the accessories.
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| Gwyneth Paltrow at 2012 Academy Awards. This looks stunning! look at the details on the cuff and ring! I'm a suck for florals. photo via jewelry.about.com |
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| Zoe Saldana- cocktail ring. photo via www.huffingpost.com |
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| For a more casual look. R.J Graziano Bangles. How fun would these be stacked?! photo via www.instyle.com |
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| Now, these are stacked "Forget Me Not" rings from What On Earth. When they are stacked together they can appear to be a cocktail ring! That way you can wear one or several. Via What on Earth on Facebook. |
Long necklaces: Another great point she made was wearing a long necklace elongates the body. Yes!! Will this make me look taller?? lol no probably not but it will still look nice. When wearing a long necklace it's okay to wear bigger earrings because the distance between the two balances out the two designs without making it look like too much (in my opinion). If you had a shorter chunkier necklace however, I'd say either no earrings or small earrings. A suggestion is a necklace with a light chain and a beautiful, stand out pendant, such as one stone with a unique design or stunning colour.
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| Cate Blanchett. What a beauty. photo via www.vegasfashionstylist.com |
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| Kardashian Kollection photo via www.instyle.com |
Watches: I know for me, that's usually a man trend...like my husband. However women are starting to wear them like accessories. I have actually found myself these past few months looking at them. My favourite, Michael Kors rose gold watch...Love! It's got this nice pinky gold colour and vintage spark to it.
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| Jennifer Aniston. Rose gold Rolex. photo via www.erylex.com/blog |
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| Sophia Vergara, another one of my fashion favourites (She's also wearing a sort of cocktail ring) wearing cartier. photo via www.erylex.com |
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| O Clock. This watch was an example used on the show. I had not heard of this brand until then! They come in a variety of colours. So fun! www.a2zane.com |
Beaded bracelets: Great for summer! They can be simple or fun i.e., wooden or coloured. They can also be a little dressier with a touch of silver or some sparkle like crystals. A great touch to any outfit for day or night. These puppies can be staked too with other bracelets!
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| "Egyptian Princess", bracelet. I own this one...it matches with nearly everything!! It also has a lovely sterling silver detailed toggle...so pretty! photo via www.whatonearth.ca |
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| The stacked look!! Totally in. Have fun! photo via www.fashionfeen.com |
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| "Tibetove" Bracelets by Jenny Bird. These were actually shown on the show. She's a Canadian Designer:) I think these could be worn dressy or casual. photo via. www.jenny-bird.com |
Every day Necklaces: Now, I know I was talking about the nice long necklace but we also need some nice every day necklaces. A nice dainty chain and a small dangle, like a bead or silver piece with minimal detail so that it matches everything. Anne Hathaway is the example she used. She's so classy! They don't have to be all metal. Some stones make beautiful pieces and speak for themselves without lots of added detail and can match most outfits. A couple of my favourite stones are Turquoise and Larimar...nice blues that pop. I also love me some pinks and purples...like quartz....I could keep going... :)
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| "Everlasting", What on Earth. Perfect every day pendant/necklace. I wear this one with everything!! It also has sweet earrings, gorgeous cuff and beautiful ring. photo via www.whatonearth.ca |
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| Anne Hathaway.She's just such a classy lady! She actually doubled up on the necklaces....and very nicely! I can't wait to see her as cat woman! photo via www.people.com |
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| "Angel Wing".This lovely pendant is from What on Earth and one of my favourite every day pendants. The beauty of this one is that you can wear it on a shorter chain or a longer chain! That way you can have two looks. www.whatonearth.ca |
Lastly, dangly earrings. Oh so fun for summer...these I would recommend to wear either alone or with a nice set of bangles or with a long simple necklace. It again, depends on the outfit...is it busy or simple?? Not everyone can wear the same size earrings. People with long hair or shoulder length hair can usually wear longer. People with shorter hair don't want to go overboard with size. Something in the middle range usually works. I suggest having a pair of silver/gold dangly earrings to match most everything and one pair of stunning show stopper earrings for special occasions with no limits on colour or design.
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| "Cascade" Earrings from What on Earth. They are one of my first big designs . They come in two lengths so there is an option for a casual or dressy outfit. photo via www.whatonearth.ca |
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| "Lorien Leaf" earrings from What on Earth. I do love these. I am surprised I haven't bought a pair for myself. They are good dressy or casual. They look so much nicer on then in this picture! photo via www.whatonearth.ca |
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| Diane Kruger....I absolutely love her style! She knows how to dress from head to toe. These are great casual or dressy! photo via www.styehub.com |
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| She's definitely one of my muses. These earrings are obviously not every day earrings but still stunning! photo via www.stylehub.com |
Most of This is similar to what I said about summer jewelry. It's all about adding a touch of this or that to an outfit....not making the accessories the whole outfit. It's about balance, just like most things! You have to have a nice easy flow that is pleasing to the eye. Yes, that's the art/fashion student coming out.
Stay tuned for part deux: Summer dresses.
Thankyou Marilyn Denis and Alexis Honce:)
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