How to Accessorize a Simple Wardrobe

You don't have to have a closet full of designer clothes to look like a fashion plate when you go out. Use creative ways to accessorize a simple wardrobe that can take you from a morning at the market to a night on the town.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Find an accessory that you can wear in different ways. Place a bright scarf around your neck, tie it through your hair, wrap it around your waist or drape it over your arm or tote.

2. Add sparkle and glamour with jewelry. Try eye-catching earrings, a bold necklace or a handful of bangles. If you're buying trendy pieces, shop online or at discount stores. Spend less so you can afford a variety of looks that you can change with each outfit.

3. Invest in a striking, colorful handbag, quite often the first accessory other women notice. If you want a designer purse but can't afford one, try renting from a site like BagBorrowOrSteal.com for an assortment of styles (see Resources below).

4. Choose shoes in striking colors and styles that will draw the eye. A single pair of pumps can accessorize a pair of jeans, slacks or your little black dress.

5. Express your personal style with unusual combinations like funky double belts or scarves with touchable texture or hats that can become a conversation piece. Layer pieces in different combinations.

Tips & Warnings

• When it comes to buying your primary wardrobe, choose classics that can take you from season to season. Think quality over quantity, spending more on timeless pieces that you can build upon.
• Buy accessories that flatter your body style. Avoid choosing an item simply because it's all the rage.

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Resources

• Rent designer bags at BagBorrowOrSteal.com.