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Q1 Accessory Power Plays

Q1 is for refinement, not reinvention. The beginning of the year isn’t the moment to overhaul your wardrobe or chase novelty. It’s the moment to tighten, clarify, and elevate what’s already working. That’s exactly where Q1 accessory power plays come in. Accessories shift how your wardrobe performs without adding complexity. Chosen well, they work quietly and powerfully. However, chosen poorly, they distract. In professional wardrobes, accessories function as shortcuts: small changes that create outsized impact. Skip the accessories, and the

2026/02/09

Accessories

Shoe Clips for Instant Style

If you haven’t tried them yet, now’s the time to learn how to style with shoe clips. These little accessories are small in size but major in impact. As a top personal stylist for executives, I use how to style with shoe clips as a quick, elegant solution to elevate even your most basic pumps or flats. Whether you’re refreshing your footwear or adding some edge to a classic heel, how to style with shoe clips is your shortcut to

2024/12/11

Accessories

Eyeglasses are Accessories

I have terrible vision, so I wear eyeglasses frequently and, yes, eyeglasses are accessories! The beauty of eyeglasses is that you can choose a pair that channels whatever you want and then wear them every day! Imagine wearing your favorite pair of jeans every day. They will start to go downhill after about six or so wears and depending on where you wear them, people will start to talk. BUT, with eyeglass frames, you can rock them as often as

2024/11/11

Accessories

nice to meet you: cute, fun jewelry designer

nice to meet you: Larissa Loden, a woman-owned business that crafts jewelry by hand in Minneapolis! They make lots of fun jewelry including necklaces (I have a cute one that reads GODSGIRL!), bracelets, and the like. Everything is very reasonably priced and they’re professional but fun-loving! The bracelet pictured above is a vintage rope chain available in limited quantities…check it out here! It’s ideal for everyday mixed with some silver arm candy and a few other bangles. Larissa Loden –

2020/08/13

Accessories

personalized necklaces

Don’t we all love to see our name? Or to hear someone say it? I’m am no different and I’ve taken on a personal mission to find cool personalized necklaces especially since I’m into the multi-chain look too! I went searching a found lots of great options and some very reasonably priced Check them out and tell me which one you’re getting! And if these didn’t appeal to you then check out this option or this one for custom charm

2019/12/14

Accessories

buckle up baby!

You know the FOUR steps to get your belt size (it’s not your waist size….): Throw on your pants/skirt how you’d normally wear it Confirm where you want to wear your belt (note: if camouflage of your mid-section is the goal then go higher up than your natural waist; if your goal is to adorn a tunic and channel your inner-boho then go lower and looser) Grab a flimsy tape measure Thread the tape measure through the belt loops and note

2018/02/05

Accessories

perfect accent piece for any holiday outfit

I dig this crystal belt because in my efforts to provide great pieces that can be flexible and cover a variety of situations, this is a WINNER (chicken dinner!)! Think of your oversized tunic with a pair of jeans + this belt = waahlah! instant holiday chic Or envision this belt + a fitted satin dress = boom auto-zesty for girls night out! And for just over $60, it’s a piece that will get plenty of airtime if you can get a

2017/12/06

Accessories

consignment find

Over the years, I’ve become a bigger consignment store junkie than ever — some of my best purchases are secondhand or vintage finds, and this latest one is no different. My golden rule when consignment shopping, accessories first: they’re quicker to look through, give you a good indication of what you’ll find in the rest of the store, and are those items that are not weight-dependent (so I don’t have to try them on to see/know if they fit)! Saturday

2017/04/10

Accessories

summer jewelry

With the grey skies and rain, this is about the time of year when I begin to turn my attention to warmer temps, or at least to locations with sunnier weather. And as part of that, I start to think of my accessories first – – – regardless of what clothing I’m acquiring or reusing from last year, a pop of fun jewelry is not color or weight-dependent! This week I found a beautiful abstract choker necklace at Of A

2017/03/30

Accessories

Holiday Party Attire: Dramatic Earrings

They frame the face so they’re essential: statement-making earrings like these antique chandelier earrings is key to setting off a t-shirt and denim look as much as a sequinned dress number! Tassels are having their day in the sun and these earrings are definitely fabulous enough to do the trick… Are your accessories holiday-ready? If not, head to J.Crew for a few fun options….

2016/12/07

Accessories

Weekend Want: Knotted Belt

The knotted belt is the top trending product this week….perfection with a tunic shirt or regular one, an oversized sweater, a top your favorite trench, or perhaps just with your jeans (novel concept!) What you could do with this is next to infinite….plus the color means you can go year round!!

2016/02/05

Accessories

Five Ways To Use A Scarf

I love scarves but only recently have I gotten into silk scarves – much daintier, more daytime wearable, and more flexible in terms of ways to wear it. Here are five ways I’m going to rock my new silk scarves — with look #4 being my favorite! Which way is your favorite? I found a few great silk scarves to get you started too….. [show_shopthepost_widget id=”1351804″] {note: this was ripped straight from my favorite online shopping site, Shopbop!}

2016/01/28

Accessories

Gifts Under $50

The hits just keep on comin’….a few more great gift ideas under $50! Today it’s all about office organization, wine (yay!!) and jewelry. Organization is always stylish!!

2015/12/12

Furnishings

Accessories Make The Outfit

There aren’t many gamechangers out there for guys so, know this: everyone looks at your tie (bowtie) and pocket square. Whether you’re getting dressed for the holiday office party, getting ready to knock-it-out-the-park for date night, or just heading to the big meeting at work, there are a few ties every man should own. They are… Red – the red should be a slightly deeper red and focus on a print or pattern that is simple to start. Throw in

2015/11/09

Accessories

A Watch For a Lifetime

I am a believer that the parts come together to represent the whole — there is no truer a case for this philosophy than with a watch, right? Recently, I was reading an article in Marie Claire about what to splurge on at every age and it said that by age 45, it should be a really nice watch. Well, I am almost there so it’s time (no pun intended) to get serious about my watch selection. The options

2015/10/02

Accessories

Ready for the Weekend: Pretty Bags

I love a good bag that I can use to keep my makeup, tech peripherals, or handbag odds n’ ends. And we all know a love a good clutch too so, when I saw these Truffle bags, I got all tingly inside! They’re sleek. They’re functional. They’re versatile. They’re quality. I scooped a few different ones (the clarity document case, privacy clutch, and small clarity pouch which is TSA-friendly!!) and next week, Blueprint for Style will be hosting a giveaway of

2015/10/02

Accessories

Ready for the Weekend: Raffia Clutch

Have you learned that not everything you wear has to “match”? Take this lesson to heart….plus it will save you soo much money! It popped into my inbox and I immediately started plotting how to add it to my current, ever-expanding clutch collection. – hand-embroidered polka dots (so girly) – silk-screened stripes (slightly upscale) – drop-in chain strap (tres versatile) – it’s tan, orange and….yes, navy! Just wait for me to post my outfit pic with this one….you may even

2015/07/03

Accessories

Hermes Glove Clips

How many pairs of gloves do you think you’ve lost across the last 10 years? Or just the last year? I’ve stopped keeping the glove because I never find the mate…. I can say, without reservation, that I’ve gone through at least 15 pairs ranging from cheapies to handmade leather ones. So the idea of of glove clips, not to mention by Hermes, makes me smile. Such a small little novelty [available in 4 varieties: gold plated, permabrass, ruthenium, and

2014/02/14

House of Harlow Jewelry

House of Harlow 1960 Nicole Richie. Named after her first-born. Vintage-inspired. Slightly boho. Edgy. Price point? Just about everything under $100…. Final notice: take a peek and you may find a piece or two that will make you think twice….

2013/04/05

Accessories

I Wear Eyewear

I’m not certain how many people actually know that I wear glasses…..have since I was in about third grade. I traded my specs for contacts when I was in seventh grade because I was tired of coming indoors in the winter and having to wait to do anything because my glasses would fog up. Fast forward to graduate school and I rekindled my love affair with eyewear, and started to pay more attention to the right shapes for my face,

2013/02/11

Accessories

Accessorize to the Max

One of the smartest ways to get more distant out of your clothing is to accessorize to the max! Jeans and a t-shirt or just that until you add your chunky necklace, edgy cuff bracelet and Isabel Marant sneakers – and then you’re suddenly ready to rock the runway. I picked out a few favorites from some classic pearls {I’ve had to calls this week where I’ve admonished clients about not having a substantial pearl necklace} to a rose gold

2012/08/29

Accessories

Jewelry That Puts The HOT In Haute

{Gold Beaded and Gilded Shell Necklace} So, you know my focus for 2012 is statement necklaces and blouses, so when I got ‘the call‘ to be part of a photo shoot for Façon Magazine ~ to wear some fabulous jewelry from Keith Lipert‘s Gallery, I jumped and squealed simultaneously! The day of the shoot {which took place at Keith Lipert Gallery on M Street NW} was particularly warm for February in DC….almost 75 degrees. So my very short, boyfriend-style old teal dress

2012/04/02

Color Combo: Navy & Brown

Some colors seem like they just won’t mesh well together, and navy with brown might just be one of them… until now! Let us show you how to incorporate these two colors into one stylish ensemble that will have you looking professional and chic for the office while still looking undeniably eye-catching for happy hour cocktails after a long day of fabulousness! By pairing together a standout animal-print bow blouse with a chic pencil skirt, finished off with brown or caramel-hued

2011/11/09

6 Things We Want to Share This Week

Karl Lagerfeld‘s Macy’s line has officially debuted! The limited edition line hits 235 Macy’s stores on August 31st and includes pieces ranging from only $50-$70! You can’t really say no to Legerfeld with that price! View the entire line here. It’s no surprise that Kate Middleton made Vanity Fair‘s International Best-Dressed list! The Duchess always looks well put-together and still manages to look incredibly chic even while grocery shopping herself! True royalty. Just because Fall is approaching soon, it doesn’t mean

2011/08/13

Fall Trend #1: That ’70s Glam

Haute Hippie long sleeve button shirt $263 – 25park.com Etro wide leg pants $700 – stylebop.com Pour La Victoire tan pumps $183 – my-wardrobe.com Tory Burch leather clutch 310 – harrods.com Cacharel buckle belt $44 – farfetch.com From wide-leg trousers to platform pumps, the ’70s are back in a big, bold, and glamorous way. This time around, designers have combined classic bohemian flares with modern, essential staples. Filled with vivid colors, loud prints, and ultimate comfort, the ’70s glam trend is completely wearable whether for work or

2011/08/09

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Q1 Accessory Power Plays

Shoe Clips for Instant Style

Eyeglasses are Accessories

nice to meet you: cute, fun jewelry designer

personalized necklaces

buckle up baby!

perfect accent piece for any holiday outfit

consignment find

summer jewelry

Holiday Party Attire: Dramatic Earrings

Five Ways To Use A Scarf

Gifts Under $50

Accessories Make The Outfit

A Watch For a Lifetime

Ready for the Weekend: Pretty Bags

Ready for the Weekend: Raffia Clutch

Hermes Glove Clips

House of Harlow Jewelry

I Wear Eyewear

Accessorize to the Max

Jewelry That Puts The HOT In Haute

Color Combo: Navy & Brown

6 Things We Want to Share This Week

Fall Trend #1: That ’70s Glam

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