10 Accessories that Take Any Outfit from Drab to Fab

Ever get dressed for class and find yourself standing in front of the mirror thinking something’s missing, but you just don’t know where to add that last minute accessory? After going through the whole day, you’re now headed out on a manhunt with your girls and you’re looking for an easy way to make your almost there outfit scream ‘do me!’ But instead of being super excited to get out and (hopefully) get some, you’re stuck standing in front of your mirror.

I’m that girl that’s always standing in front of the mirror, waiting for the missing piece to my outfit to magically appear. I’m entirely ready to go but there I am, just clicking my ruby red heels together, knowing that I’m not totally there yet.

You don’t have to raise your hand and tell me that you, too, are like me…there’s no punishment here for being short an accessory. Instead, I did some researching (a.k.a I looked at pictures of the most fashionable babes on the internet and just copied their really good ideas). The best part about most of these awesome last minute add-ons is that I’ve probably got all of these pieces laying around my closet somewhere, dusty from their lack of use.

Now that I’ve scanned the internet (and the deepest, darkest gallows of my closet) here are the top 10 last minute accessory ideas that take any outfit from drab to fab… Read More »


Shopping Your Closet: Long Necklaces

Picture 1While there is nothing better than hanging some brand new clothes into you over-stuffed closet, we’re in a recession and spending your money on another pair of jeans is just a waste. You’ve got plenty to work with already, and I’m here to show you how to do so in a fun, new and fashionable way.

Last week I showed you how to work a sundress and this week I’m going to dazzle you with fun new ways to wear all those necklaces you have hanging around (or, more likely, knotted together in a clump on your desk).

Long necklaces, like these from J. Crew, can add glamour to any basic look: a cardigan and tank, a dress, even a pantsuit (if, you know, you’re going for the Hilary Clinton look…)! But there are several other uses for long necklaces, as well. You just have to think outside the box a little bit.

1. Wrapped around a scarf.
To get this look, take a long, cotton scarf and fold it into a triangle. Next, roll the scarf so that it becomes one long, thin rope. Take your sparkly necklace and wind it around the scarf. Tie the ends of the scarf together and secure the necklace clasp as well. Read More »