The A-Z of accessorising

This year, accessories have reached an entirely new level. With an emphasis on bold and dramatic, as well as pretty and natural, extremes are at the heart of the game. On the runway, top designers feature a mixture of patterns, fabrics and outstanding designs. Jewelry is exotic, classic and feminine. From school-time chic to elegant frothy, just about anything goes. Take a look at a few accessories… ranging from A to Z. 

Artistic Jewelry – Jewelry has reached all new heights. From layered rings to be chandelier earrings, styles like those found at Michael Hill are reaching the stars. 

Bold Necklaces – Statement necklaces are beautiful and bold! 

Colorful Scarves – Scarves are enticing and dramatic, styles are reminiscent of 1960s femininity. 

Diamonds – Diamonds continue to be a girl’s trusted friend… either the real thing or cubic zirconium… there definitely worth a second look. 

Emeralds – Emerald jewels and emerald fabric. The color is lovely, exciting and cooler than ever. 

Fairytale Designs – Fairytale romance has taken over the evening look… vintage styles and fairy-like slippers are ready for Tinker-belle adventure. 

 Gorgeous Shoes – with heals a mile high lines, cutout toes, buckles, clips, and bows. 

 Hair Ornaments – Hair can be worn long, plaited or layered in loose waves atop the head, then fasten on a sparkling hair clip or slip on a star-studded band.

 Interesting Details – It’s definitely in the details… just look at the stars. They are daring to take it to the edge. All that’s needed are a few unique accessories. 

Jazzy Earrings – Jazzy, dangly earrings… oh yea! 

 Knit hats and gloves – For cooler days pull on a hand-knit hat, a pair of gloves and cuddle up fireside with your closest friends. 

 Loud Prints – The fabrics are bold and the prints a dramatic. From jackets to oversized bags and exercise shoes, geometric designs are bright and huge! 

Mixed and matched patterns – This year’s accessories allow you to take to the edge. Match patterns… mix plaids with stripes. The choices are infinite. 

Nude Fabrics – The catwalks are all about sheer and nude shades… pure femininity verging on the outrageous. 

Outstanding Sunglasses – Bring on the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis glam. Sunglasses are larger than life. 

Pretty Sandals – Walk along sand swept beaches, get ready to play. Just slip on kitten heeled sandals; they’re prettier and racier than have been seen in years. 

 Quilted Totes – Quilted bags of every-size are practical and fun. (Quilted prints factor in beautifully as well.) 

Rose Gold – Rose gold, a combination of yellow gold and copper is warm and lovely. Wear it in rings, necklaces, bracelets and piercings. 

Shawls and sweaters – Take your look from day to night, slip on a fringed shawl or a cardigan and you’re ready to step out in style. 

Turquoise everything – That’s right, turquoise shades are trending in ways that have never been seen before. 

 Umbrellas – Why not? There are so many funky styles; it’s impossible to know when they will come in handy. 

Velvet Evening Bags – Vintage velvet evening clutches make the perfect accessories for evenings on the town. Watches – Forget the smartphone, an attractive watch is one of the smartest accessories to own. 

 X-factor Trends – The idea speaks for itself. Add that element that sparks a fire. 

 Yellow Gold – Yellow gold is simple, classic and trending hotter than ever. 

 Zippered Leather – Zippered waist-cut jackets and faux animal designs take us back to the 80s and 90s with some great biker-looks. A-Z accessories are trending… So, try them out and play!