Accessories Alert- less is more- but do More with Less

Personally I live for accessories- it's an instant outfit uplift- no botox needed! Accessories can literally take you from day to evening just by adding some bling...bling is king!
But ladies there is a limit, know when to say when.

Examples:
1. Chains- probably one of the biggest continued trends - lots of them gold, silver or a mix with gold and silver. Depending on how "Mr. T" you go should depict the rest of your selections. Lay low- maybe a nice hoop, a cocktail ring but keep it simple. Let the chains speak for themselves.

2. Bangles- same rules apply as above- load 'um up ladies. The more you can fit on your arm the better. But if they are gold, stick with gold throughout your look- if they are color based, carry through. No orange polka dot bangles with a gold chain belt.( Dear g-d I know that goes without saying, but wanted to be very clear)

3. Fringe- on scarfs, on belts, on boots, on bags- fringe is IT for the fall. As many of you remember from the 70's, fringe is all consuming. Don't over do it. Keep it now- keep it modern. One fringe item per outfit please. BUT- I do like a fringe bag with some great chains...feel it out.

4. Vintage- accordingly to me Vintage is always in. BUT, similar to me, it always needs to take center stage. Let it speak for itself. The Bigger the better and sparkle is best. Feel free of course to promote it when you get a compliment to say "oh thanks- its vintage"...it adds a whole new level of accessory envy and bragging rights.

Just remember- that rule that you read about in a 1973 Cosmo article is still true. When you turn around in the mirror, if you see more than focal point- an earring, a necklace, a belt- you have accessory overload- not pretty, so immediately REMOVE everything but one category . Turn around again and take solace in the "simplicity". (at least in that part of your life:)

Ta Ta for now