Friday, March 27, 2009

Recession Accessorizing in 2009


Save money while staying fashionable

 

Who says cutting back on expenses has to mean cutting back on style? There's plenty of ways to stay fashionable while saving a few bucks at the same time. Dana Levy of Dana Rebecca Designs has some ideas.

 

TIP # 1: STATEMENT NECKLACE WITH BUTTON EARRINGS

·             Right now, the biggest trend in jewelry is the chunky, statement necklace. 

·             Shoppers shouldn’t spend too much money on such a trendy piece. 

·             You can get a lot of bang for your buck with inexpensive options from places like Banana Republic, J. Crew, Express, Kohl’s, and Target

·             Pair this strong piece with less substantial earrings that are classic and timeless. 

 TIP # 2: LAYERING EXPENSIVE WITH INEXPENSIVE

·             Not in the mood to go out and purchase a trendy statement necklace? 

·             You can get a similar, bold look by taking several long necklaces from your jewelry box and layering them in an interesting way. 

·             Something like these less expensive looks from Kohl’s and Express go perfectly with dressy, investment pieces like the Brittany Nicole and Kristen Lynn necklaces from Dana Rebecca Designs collection. 

·             These splurge pieces are a great investment—onyx and diamond is a classic combination.

·             A pop of color in the mostly black and white palette is a nice, unexpected touch.

·             By layering less pricey pieces with more expensive ones, you can really achieve a more dressed-down, eclectic look.

 TIP # 3: DOUBLE DUTY

·             One of most interesting ways to wear cocktail rings is to pair two large pieces together on the same hand, side-by-side. 

·             We saw this on the Oscars’ red carpet on Heidi Klum, and it looked so fresh and playful. 

·             Wear your expensive “champagne” ring with a bargain ring like one from Erickson Beamon’s collection for Target, or one from Banana Republic.

 TIP # 4: BEAUTIUFL BANGLES

·             When it comes to bangles, the more the better. 

·             Layering bangles actually makes the individual pieces stand out more; on their own they can get lost in the shuffle.

·             Don’t be afraid to mix metals, textures, and colors—the more diverse the pieces, the more interesting and exciting the look is.

·             Layering bangles is the perfect opportunity to mix high and low pieces. Pairing one of the gorgeous diamond bracelets from Whtieflash.com with  more colorful bangles from J. Crew results in a really unique look.

·             The key here is to never be too matchy matchy; it should look like you reached into your jewelry box and threw on all the bracelets you have.

 

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