About Wardrobe Accessories

A woman doesn't need to go out and buy a whole new wardrobe if she's sick of the one she's got. She can easily jazz it up with all types of wardrobe accessories. A basic black sheath, for instance, can go from casual to businesslike to elegant---in a single day---with a simple switch of some common accessories. These can be purchased at department or clothing stores, thrift shops, garage sales or craft stores, or can even be made by the crafty connoisseur to turn any wardrobe into a "wow-drobe."

Scarves

Scarves are one of the simplest ways to make an old outfit look new. Scarves can be worn tied around the neck, the waist, the shoulders or even slung from the pocket for a dash of pattern and color. Scarves come in a wide array of materials, styles and sizes and can turn a boring suit into an eye-catching, stylish ensemble. Scarves can also come with fun embellishments, such as gemstones, embroidery or fringe attached.

Belts

Belts can also transform an outfit, turning a bland, shapeless dress into a sexy number if cinched around the waist. Very wide and elaborate belts have become a mainstay and often become the focus of an entire outfit. Belts look best if they are genuine leather or another genuine material; fake leather or vinyl tend to look chintzy. Just as a belt can make an outfit, it can break it if the belt is shoddy or ill-formed. Other aspects of a good belt include durable stitching, heavy-duty buckles or hardware and being the right size.

Hats

Anyone who wants to add an instant jaunt to her step need only don a hat. Hats are a great accessory that can transform any look in the blink of an eye. Pick a daring, veiled hat for a night on the town, a crisp pillbox for work and a wide-brimmed felt number for the weekend. Not every style hat works with every face, so make sure the particular hat is well suited for the size and shape of the head. Hats in funky colors add lots of fun to mundane jeans and T-shirt. Scarves can be combined with hats for a colorful dash above the brim.

Jewelry

Jewelry can make a look appear wholly put together. This finishing touch has so many varieties and styles that something is sure to enhance any wardrobe. Baubles, gemstones and lengthy chains work well to make something fun, yet elegant; simple silver or gold is all business for work; and playful plastic, beaded pieces or those with feathers and stones make any weekend one to remember.

Other

Bags and shoes play a huge part in a finished look, and they no longer have to match. Shoes are available in the most comfortable and casual styles to stilettos more than 4 inches tall. Bags consist of a jeweled evening clutch, a massive, leather hobo sack, or a simple shoulder number that holds everything needed while still looking sleek. Still more accessories include eyeglasses or sunglasses, ties, ribbons and crafty or colorful socks that can peek out above the stylish shoe for one more glimpse of something fun incorporated in the wardrobe.