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As much as I can detest the word "influencer" sometimes, I must admit, it is an apt word to describe the positively chic on social media. After all, I find myself falling victim to their subtle marketing ploys all the time. While I am rather skeptical of sponsored content these days (I work on dozens of these digital partnerships for my job, after all) I can still easily be encouraged by a fashionable Instagram star to test out a new trend.
Exhibit A: the pearl hair clip.
I can't remember the first time I saw one of these embellished hair accessories on my Instagram feed, nor can I tell you who finally convinced me to order a set of clips for myself, but I can say that seemingly overnight my feed became flooded with pearl accessories.
Perhaps it was the result of a wildly successful influencer seeding program, but my goodness, they were everywhere! Now I can hardly make it through 10 posts without seeing one of these bad boys on my phone screen.
Eventually I gave in and ordered a set of 3 pearl hair clips on Amazon, because who wants to shell out $30+ when we know this trend will fizzle out by the time summer is over?
And I will say, even though it might be "basic" of me to succumb to an ubiquitous Instagram trend, I truly do love these little hair clips. They've begun to inspire me to branch out into the world of hair accessories, and I get compliments on them every time I wear them!
So if you are like me and have found yourself wondering if you should try this accessories trend out, I say go for it! There are plenty of affordable options out there that will let you rock this trend without buyer's remorse. Here are a few of my favorites:
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| WEARING: Topshop leather jacket and boots | Madewell dress | Chloé purse |
Accessories can make or break an outfit and are not to be overlooked. I know that I tend to stick to neutral black and brown accessories—colors that are versatile and can go with basically everything in my closet—but lately I've been trying to be a little more inventive with my accessories and adding more bright color. There's one color in particular that I've absolutely fallen in love with.
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| Image via Sea of Shoes |
So, if you've got a bandana and don't know quite what to do with it, here's some outfit inspiration just for you!
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| Blair Eadie of Atlantic-Pacific |
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| Pernille Teisbaek of Look de Pernille |
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| Leandra Medine of the Man Repeller |
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| Jane Aldridge of Sea of Shoes |
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| Julie Sarinana of Sincerely Jules |
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| Via Style du Monde |
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| Via Style du Monde |
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| Vanessa Hong of The Haute Pursuit |
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| Sonia Evers of The Not Vanilla |
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| Danielle Bernstein of WeWoreWhat |
Shop Bandanas:
How do you style your scarves and bandanas?
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| The Chloé Small Faye Shoulder Bag in Faded Rose |
Chloé has always been one of the go-to brands for the cool girls of the fashion world. With the brand's Parisian bohemian vibes, it's easy to see why fashion bloggers and street style stars love Chloé so much.
Case in point? The dominance of the Faye Shoulder Bag this season. From Damsel in Dior's Jaycee Duprie to the ever-stylish Chrissy Teigen, this purse is everywhere. It comes in two sizes and plenty of different colors and textiles (suede, leather, snakeskin, oh my!) so you can wear whatever style suits you the most.
I also love how the Faye can work as either a shoulder bag or an envelope clutch. Versatility is always something I look for in an investment piece, and the Faye certainly has just that.
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| Veronika Heilbrunner via styledumonde | Sheryl Luke of Walk in Wonderland | Jaycee Duprie of Damsel in Dior | Aimee Song of Song of Style |
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| image via Anya Hindmarch |
They say fashion is how we express ourselves, but sometimes our messages aren't always interpreted correctly.
Luckily, purse designers have thought of an ingenious new way to let people know exactly what you are thinking without ever uttering a word. From Anya Hindmarch to Kate Spade, all you need is a bold clutch with a clutch phrase.
Technically you could forgo conversation altogether. Have people ask you yes/no questions only and, when the answer is yes, hold up your Jimmy Choo clutch in response! You'll look like a full-on street style star.
SHOP Sassy Clutches & Purses:
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| Gucci | Luisa Beccaria | Paul & Joe | Fay |
With fashion week/month finally at a close, it is now time to assess the trends that we will be obsessing over for roughly the next year. Which styles will Zara be the quickest to adapt for its own price point? What looks will magazines feature in their editorials? What will the people be wearing come fall, now that we know what to look forward to?
One guess: the beret. Fitting in with the season's trends of both military utilitarianism (see: Marc by Marc Jacobs) and vintage beatnik counterculture (see: Gucci), the beret is a simple but effective accessory that has the power to add a whole lot of personality to a look.
Do not be confused: this is not a hat that one dons with a boatneck shirt and black trousers in hopes of looking effortless and French (no, you will only look like a mime with that look). I would recommend wearing a beret with a little more creativity than that. An army green coat mixed with a full skirt could be in need of a beret in order to spice things up, or a glamorous 40s-style dress. There's a lot of opportunities to wear the beret, just be creative and go for it!
SHOP BERETS!
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| Adam Lippes Fall 2015 |
Last fall it was all about the single earring à la Céline or Louis Vuitton. That was cool, but maybe a bit lopsided. Somewhere, a chic Charlotte Gainsbourg-type fashionista is walking around Paris with a totally off center of gravity thanks to her dedication to the Church of Phoebe Philo. The single earring trend was fun while it lasted, but one ear is always feeling left out. It's time to bring the earring pair back.
But if two of a kind is too pedestrian for you next-level ladies, consider mixing and matching different earrings for an original, totally unique look that doesn't make you tilt your head. Mix metals like the models of the Adam Lippes fall 2015 presentation, or combine a baroque teardrop with a modern sculptural design. Just because you're wearing two earrings doesn't mean you have to be totally balanced, so why not mix and match? It will save you the Sophie's Choice of deciding between your two favorite pairs—just wear one of each!
What do you think about mixing and matching earrings? Is it a fashion do or a total don't?
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| Ileana Makri Safety Pin 18-Karat Rose Gold Diamond Earring |
Once upon a time safety pins were simply handy tools used to take in a too-loose dress or prevent an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction at the school dance. Then they became a staple of the punk fashion movement, adorning everything from leather jackets to silk dresses. But we live in a brave new world where the punk accessory and handy styling tool has evolved into a full-fledged fashion statement.
Versus, the Versace diffusion line, has a slew of safety pin-adorned shirts, skirts, and dresses if you aren't looking to DIY your punk pieces.
But beyond that, safety pins have become an increasingly popular motif in the jewelry world. It makes sense to take an item that is already made of metal and dip it in gold, add some diamonds and some chains, and turn it into a statement piece.
Earrings, bracelets, and necklaces have all gotten the safety pin treatment. Both high-end and affordable jewelry brands are fans of the trend, so there's a safety pin piece for every budget. And you don't need a mohawk or studded leather jacket to rock the trend; these jewelry pieces are sassy enough to give a bit of edge to your ensemble but are not overwhelming, so even the preppiest of preps can wear the trend.
How do you feel about safety pin jewelry?
SHOP THE TREND:
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| All pieces by Piers Atkinson, available here |
Net-a-porter is home to some of the world's most premier designers, but there's often a sophisticated, classic edge to the clothes that they feature. There are wacky, trendy, and overall just ridiculous pieces too, but they tend to stay relatively safe.
But among the New Arrivals section is a series of elaborate & whimsical headgear. British Milliner Piers Morgan is the brainchild behind these deliciously wacky hats and headbands. He's been around for a while, with celebs like Anna Dello Russo and Lady Gaga wearing his designs, but I've only recently stumbled upon this headwear designer and thought I would share his creations with you!
As insane as these items are, they are relatively tame compared to some of the other pieces available for sale on his official website.
Be warned, these are high-fashion headbands and will cost you (most were over $500) but they are truly unique if you're looking for a good statement piece!
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| My favorite pieces from the Spring 2014 collection, "It's MY Party!" (see all here) |
I've been wanting a super cool 70s style hat for a while now, and finally at Anthropologie this weekend I was able to find the perfect one - a burgundy felt topper by Genie by Eugenia Kim (the offshoot line of chic NYC milliner Eugenia Kim) - and the second I placed it on my head I felt ten times cooler than I did pre-hat.
Fedoras and wide-brim hats (but not of the cheesy straw variety) have made a major comeback recently.
Wear them while reading Hemingway and sipping a cappuccino in the corner of a small cafe, or whenever you want to have a Serena van der Woodsen moment (and if you're anything like me, you strive for those moments always).
The right hat can make you feel like an out-and-about celebrity - I'm just doing my grocery shopping, trying to hide myself from the constant paparazzi with this chic hat - or a model out of a Free People catalogue. Take your pick.
A well-placed hat is an excellent solution for bad hair days or times when you don't have time to wash your hair in the morning. Use it to make a cool downtown-style outfit even cooler, or tone down a fancy frock with an askew hat.
No matter how you style it, the wide brim hat is the perfect winter accessory!
SHOP FEDORAS AND WIDE-BRIM HATS
Lately I've been obsessed with the fun, colorful costume jewelry that J. Crew has to offer. Colored crystals, shiny metallics, and bold enamels - what's not to love?
Well, there is the price of J. Crew jewelry (and a lot of jewelry in general - I'm looking at you, Banana Republic, Anthropologie, and basically every store that I shop at with cool but overpriced jewelry) and if you don't hit the store on a sale day like I did when I found the above necklace (which is still a pretty modestly sized piece, PLUS it was an additional 15% off thanks to my student discount) it can be hard to find a fabulous necklace on a dime.
So imagine my delight when I was recently informed that there are artists on Etsy that make similar-style jewelry to the looks at J. Crew!
There are plenty of cool statement necklaces for a much more affordable price on Etsy. Just look up "j. crew necklaces" and you'll find dozens of pieces. Here are some of my favorites.
Beaded bib necklace, $17 by FUNLY899
Bubble beaded statement necklace, $43 by Audrey Jewelry
Of course, sometimes nothing beats the original. Here are some necklaces from J. Crew that I just cannot get enough of (including the one I own, if you like it too!)
Crystal Drops Necklace ($119); Pearl Twisted Hammock Necklace ($98); Crystal Feather Necklace ($58)
So which do you prefer? The less-expensive Etsy jewelry or the J. Crew originals? Do you think costume jewelry tends to be a bit overpriced? Where do you find your jewelry?
Bubble beaded statement necklace, $43 by Audrey Jewelry
Of course, sometimes nothing beats the original. Here are some necklaces from J. Crew that I just cannot get enough of (including the one I own, if you like it too!)
Crystal Drops Necklace ($119); Pearl Twisted Hammock Necklace ($98); Crystal Feather Necklace ($58)
So which do you prefer? The less-expensive Etsy jewelry or the J. Crew originals? Do you think costume jewelry tends to be a bit overpriced? Where do you find your jewelry?
It seems Charlotte Olympia, the eccentric accessories designer popular for her purr-fect kitten loafers, has recently been inspired by the City of Angels for her pre-fall "Hollywoodland" collection.
With playful clutches in the shapes of film slate boards, Hollywood Walk of Fame stars, and film reels, and shoes inspired by the art deco architecture and flashing lights of the city, the line is a wonderful way to show off one's love for film and for Los Angeles, in a fun and playful manner.
They are really cute, fun pieces for a girl who isn't afraid to be bold and a little quirky, which is exactly what I love about Charlotte Olympia's designs. Now, if only they were a little easier on my wallet...
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