Comments on: Accessories: What’s Hot, What’s Pop, and What’s Just Too Much

By: hello haha narf

hello haha narf — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 04:57:53 +0000

i thought of you when waiting for my take out mexican lunch. a woman was leaving the restaurant in a tan business suit and leopard print shoes. you know me, i had to say “awesome shoes!” she smiled and talked to us for a few moments about signature pieces. see, no matter what you think, i do listen! (sometimes i simply choose to ignore, but i do listen.)

regarding what angel said…the bigger the hoop, the smaller the hip!!! i’m looking for pierced hula hoops.

By: Angel

Angel — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 23:19:50 +0000

I just started making jewelry and it is one of those hobbies that not only is relaxing to immerse myself in after a stressful day, but also leaves me with super cute accessories tailored to my style. Yay! Two birds with one stone is the only way I accomplish anything lately, ha!

I’m really bottom heavy, so I find that if I use attention-grabbing accessories up near my face, it makes the wide load on the south side a little less noticeable.

By: Gina

Gina — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 19:20:44 +0000

I like the first bit of advice: one bold accessory with classic/flattering clothing.

I do wish we could return to the days of a single strand of pearls making an outfit just -work-… Pearls, even if I could afford a strand, just don’t go with much of what I wear…

By: steen

steen — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 19:16:21 +0000

I tend to go with this approach. A lot of my clothes are pretty basic so I can dazzle them up with accessories and/or awesome make-up. I also have simpler, more subtle pieces for my crazier shirts/outfits. I’m huge on accent colors too.

I’m not a fashionista by any means but I do love me accessories, be it a funky pair of shoes or a ginormous necklace.

By: Redneck Mommy

Redneck Mommy — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:59:58 +0000

No wonder I look like a dork most of the time. I’ve been doing it all wrong!

Thanks for the hints. I’m totally printing this and sticking it in my closet.

By: Finn

Finn — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:48:09 +0000

I never forget Coco Chanel’s advice about accessories: Before you leave the house, take one thing off.

Which, of course, goes with your ONE statement piece rule.

By: Lucy

Lucy — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:45:27 +0000

These are awesome tips Britt! Love them!!

By: Winter

Winter — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:38:09 +0000

I always know what looks good on Motley who, even though she is tall, is big breasted and has hips and a tiny waist. So low rise stuff doesn’t often flatter her. All the cool belts and beads look fussy on her. So she listens to Mom mostly, and ends up looking better than her peers.

As for me, I’m not much for accessories or colors. When not wearing the company colors for work, I wear black, white, grey, red, pink, and sometimes a little blue. I wear black and pink a lot because the pink flatters my aging skin. The only accessories I wear any more are all jewelry: classic Tiffany padlock pendant, Dooney & Bourke bracelet with pink stones, my rings from my DH which are all silver. My ears are the only odd thing and that’s because of my double helix and other piercings in my left ear. Those are all gauged earrings in sterling or colored titanium.

See? I’m easy but complicated, and no fashion statement. OH! Except for my glittery hot pink flip flops that wear everywhere except work. HEH.

By: Cricky

Cricky — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:36:27 +0000

This advice is spot-on. I tend to forget accessories.

By: karla | looking towards heaven

karla | looking towards heaven — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:33:38 +0000

i adore your fashion posts and look forward to them each week. seriously.

xo~K

By: Darla - UltraBeautyBoutique

Darla - UltraBeautyBoutique — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:18:45 +0000

I like the idea of ONE signature piece. I have a large silver chunky bracelet that I use as my “signature” piece.

I hope silver is still in….it is right Britt?

By: blondefabulous

blondefabulous — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:14:07 +0000

Ooooooo…. now I want to go accessory shopping, oh but poo….. I have to go BTS shopping for the kids first! Oh well…

By: Coal Miner's Granddaughter

Coal Miner's Granddaughter — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:13:50 +0000

I bow at your feet, oh wise and wonderful teacher. I’m not worthy!

Now, must go look at scarves and such. Feel that I’m woefully lacking.

By: Princess of the Universe

Princess of the Universe — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:13:11 +0000

My signature piece that went out of style in like 5 minutes:
A pink rhinestone wrist cuff. SOO cute and girly- but SOO few opportunities to wear

As for an actual tip: hmmm what didn’t you cover? I’m an accessories freak, and I don’t know what else to add. You’re a genius Britt!

By: Alli {Mrs. Fussypants}

Alli {Mrs. Fussypants} — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:12:07 +0000

I love this post. Off to Stumble!

By: Meghan

Meghan — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:08:48 +0000

I always say, when it doubt ask yourself WWSCD?…What Would Stacy & Clinton Do?