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Making the Most of Your Fashion Accessories

by Amy Blevins 28 Comments

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Let’s face it ladies, most of us have a mess of accessories and no clear way to find what we think we need quickly as we throw ourselves together in the morning. I mean, I know I’m not alone. Some days I’m lucky if I can find a clean bra before I have to run out the door with children in tow, let alone an accessory that will add the perfect pop of color or finishing touch to my thrown together outfit.

But there are a few ways to maximize what you already have or maximize what you purchase so that you are making the most of your fashion accessories.

As you collect wardrobe pieces, keep in mind these two mix and match options. Option One is buy neutral clothing and put tons of brilliant color into your fashion accessories. Option Two is focus on brilliant color when you purchase clothes and stock up on neutral, go-with-anything accessories.

What is a Fashion Accessory?

I’ll start by telling you exactly the kinds of things I am discussing in this post. If it adds flair, fun, sparkle, texture, or pop to your outfit, chances are good it’s a fashion accessory and you are making the most of it. Fashion accessories can include shoes, belts, handbags, purses, totes, hats, jewelry, watches, scarves, hair pieces like combs or headbands, socks, leg warmers, gloves, and even coats.

That’s not a comprehensive list, but it gives you a good starting point as you inventory and build your accessory wardrobe.

Making the Most of your Fashion Accessories: Know What you Have

When I type that out, it sounds so incredibly obvious – I’m probably the only person who struggles with this, my brain tells me. Of course you know what you have – you bought it, right? But of course it’s not that simple for all of us. Personally, I forget things. And one of the things I am apt to forget is the necklace that got shoved to the back of the drawer or the pretty sandals buried under all the unused stuff in my closet.

One of the great benefits of accessories is that a smart purchase can remain fashionable and useful for a very, very long time. As long as you don’t forget that it’s there. So the first step in making the most of your fashion accessories is to figure out exactly what you have, piece by piece.

When it Comes to Making the Most of your Fashion Accessories: Group Like Colors Together

The second step will be to sort your accessories collection into two groups: colorful and neutral. You may have these two categories for each type of accessory you own. Colorful earrings, neutral earrings. Colorful scarves, neutral scarves. Colorful shoes, neutral shoes, etc.

If you just found your favorite bright and colorful print dress, you are probably looking for a specific color earring, necklace, or purse to accentuate the outfit. If you have your fashion accessories stored in groups of colorful and neutral, it will make grabbing accessories as you run out the door much easier.

When it Comes to Making the Most of your Fashion Accessories: Less is More

The more choices you have, the harder it is to make a decision and the harder it is to find what you want. Focus on QUALITY not quantity. Just like everyone needs a little black dress, most of us need a red purse or a pink purse or something equally eye-catching to offset the black.

When I talk about quality, I’m not necessarily talking about price. Look for accessories that have good lines, a pleasing appearance, and quality construction. But no matter what you do, don’t buy oodles of stuff you will never wear. Instead, look for that one thing that fits in with the wardrobe you have and makes you smile.

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Amy lives with her husband and six beautiful children in Northern Virginia. Besides blogging, Amy enjoys homeschooling, hiking, reading, singing, teaching, and serving Jesus above all. Welcome.

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  1. Terri says

    August 22, 2018 at 7:33 AM

    I’m looking forward to Fall as a respite from the heat. We don’t typically have much of a Fall since it stays warm so long, so I focus on pieces that are more transitional, with long sleeves and darker colors but maybe cotton fabric. Or maybe, I’ll find something 3/4 sleeve but a rich color.

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  2. Tracie says

    August 22, 2018 at 1:16 PM

    Boots, leggings and long sweaters are my fall go-to pieces. Have to keep it simple!

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  3. Elise says

    August 22, 2018 at 10:43 PM

    I’m planning a trip to Disneyland this Fall. My daughter had back surgery last year and she’s finally cleared to ride roller coasters by September. We’re going to celebrate!

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  4. Clarissa R. West says

    August 26, 2018 at 3:16 PM

    Fall is my favorite season and I love wearing fall colors!

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  5. Dawn says

    August 27, 2018 at 10:47 AM

    I’m looking forward to visiting apple orchards and getting apple cider donuts. And my favorites for fall are sweaters and tall boots.

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  6. Laura says

    September 1, 2018 at 10:51 PM

    Would love a fashionable new bag for fall!

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  7. Vicki says

    September 1, 2018 at 10:54 PM

    Love this giveaway!

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  8. Cindy Kuykendall says

    September 1, 2018 at 10:57 PM

    I love the trees in the fall when they display all their colors

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  9. Janelle says

    September 1, 2018 at 11:00 PM

    Thanks for the opportunity!

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  10. Jill N says

    September 1, 2018 at 11:01 PM

    Fall is for school and soccer for our family!

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  11. T Jones says

    September 1, 2018 at 11:06 PM

    what a great give away this purse is perfect for the Fall.

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  12. Meloney says

    September 1, 2018 at 11:14 PM

    Love the coach bags. Thanks for the give away.

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  13. Gena says

    September 1, 2018 at 11:16 PM

    Fun fall field trips!

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  14. Amanda says

    September 1, 2018 at 11:20 PM

    So much fun! Thanks for the opportunity!

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  15. Wendy Burkett says

    September 1, 2018 at 11:38 PM

    Love fall styles!

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  16. Kat says

    September 1, 2018 at 11:42 PM

    Fall is here! Good article about accessorizing.

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  17. Jeanne Coulombe says

    September 1, 2018 at 11:47 PM

    I love fall the colors here in NH are breathtaking . I also love wearing sweaters leggins with boots .

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  18. Georgia Stapleton says

    September 2, 2018 at 12:05 AM

    The Coach purse looks great.

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  19. Becky says

    September 2, 2018 at 12:14 AM

    Put up hay for cows

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  20. Carla W. says

    September 2, 2018 at 12:15 AM

    I’m planning on going to Florida to see family. Then we are heading to NC to the mountains to see the trees changing to the beautiful colors that they turn to every fall.

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  21. Sumaira Khan says

    September 2, 2018 at 2:14 AM

    My fall fashion must haves are ankle boots and cardigan

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  22. Klydra Pugh says

    September 2, 2018 at 2:54 AM

    My Fall fashion must have is a bunch of comfy stylish sweaters in different weights. Dress them up or down.
    Thanks for the chance.

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  23. Brigitte Bauman says

    September 2, 2018 at 4:26 AM

    I am planning to take a road trip to visit my sister who recently moved to another state.

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  24. Michael Perkins says

    September 2, 2018 at 1:09 PM

    My plans for the fall are working my butt off, saving some $

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  25. catherine Olson says

    September 2, 2018 at 1:16 PM

    My Fall plans are moving into our first purchased, not rented home! We’re very excited, and very nervous.

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  26. Carol Luukas says

    September 2, 2018 at 1:19 PM

    I am ready for the fall. I hope it doesn’t get cold too quickly. We live in a camper while we have a new house built. We survived last winter. I hope this winter will not be so harsh.

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  27. Amy says

    September 2, 2018 at 2:53 PM

    Fall is for sweaters and boots!

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  28. Karen Boyd says

    September 4, 2018 at 1:45 PM

    I appreciated your comments but I need pictures and examples to understand what you mean

    Reply

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