A recent trend on social media shows the difference added accessories can make when pulling together an outfit. What once was a simple tee shirt and jeans can be turned into something pulled from your favorite online fashion magazine with the help of a few small additions. Think: tweak, not change.
Knowing how to elevate your outfits can help you build confidence with your wardrobe and keep you inspired to get dressed every day! This is a big contributor in taking mornings from “I have to get dressed” to “I’m excited to get dressed.”
Sometimes even one special piece can make all the difference in bringing an outfit together. With that being said, here are 5 Easy Ways to Elevate Your Outfit.
Jewelry
First runner up — jewelry. This is one of my favorite accessories to play around with, but also invest in. It’s crazy what a simple pair of gold hoops can do to pull an outfit together, the way a necklace can change the neckline of a top, or how a ring can be the center of attention.
If you want staple pieces that last a long time, quality gold or silver is your best bet. Or, if you simply want a few pieces to play around with for a season or two, there are many pieces you can find under $50 to mix and match!
Whether you love gold, silver, wood, or all of the above, the jewelry options out there are endless! Here are a few pieces I’m loving right now:
images via linjer, kinn, monica vinader, revolve
Statement Bag
My mother-in-law is the queen of a statement bag! She truly helped me see how much a bag can bring an outfit to the next level. And although designer bags are fun, you don’t have to break the bank to sport something fun this season! Just do a little digging.
images via charles keith, poppy lissiman, revolve, dior
Fun Shoe
Anyone here overly obsessed with this season's shoe choices, or is it just me? With a season like Fall where many of us go for neutrals, a fun shoe is a great way to add a pop of color, texture, or height to an outfit!
Pro Tip: Choose 3-4 styles to incorporate into your wardrobe this season. You’ll be able to switch things up on the daily, but not be overwhelmed with your choices.
images via zara, sam edelman, reformation, reformation
Add a Pop of Color
I have always been amazed by the people who style a bright colored beanie with their all black or denim look. Something about it screams confidence, and I am here for it.
After the rise of Barbie Pink, we’ve seen more fun colors popping up on streets, in offices, and of course, on runways. The brands you know and love — Mango, Anthropolgie, Acne Studios, Zara, and more — are creating amazing options for you to elevate your outfits with on the daily!
images via anthropologie, zara, ssense, mott50
Outerwear
Bundle up, friends! It’s getting cold out there. To be completely honest, Sophie Richie’s famous brown leather jacket with fur lining is the reason this idea is on the list to begin with. I can’t stop thinking about it!
After a deep-dive on the internet for elevated pieces, these four jackets won an honorable mention for their versatility, uniqueness, and affordability. Love, love, love!
