No wardrobe change is ever as drastic the swap from summer to autumn. Light and delicate gives way to cozy thick fabrics and warm colors. Summer is over, and one way for you to get over it is to revive your autumn wardrobe.
If you are looking for advice on fall accessories then look no further. Below, we give our 7 factors to consider when you are picking jewelry for your fall outfits.
1. Combine Busy Clothing with Simple Jewellery
This fall is all about balance in an outfit. The busy, eighties inspired patterns are still in, but offsetting them with large areas of simple color is going to compliment them more than a frantic pattern. This will stop your outfit from looking gaudy and over the top.
It is not just the pattern you must take into account as stitching and materials can also in a similar way. Take away showy accessories and go for practical, simple items. Watches, bracelets, necklaces, and earrings will all be great. For me, a pair of Diamond Stud Earrings are my go to as simple, but breathtakingly beautiful.
This also works in reverse. If your outfit contains large areas of plain color or blocks of fabric, then bring out the crazy accessories and jewelry! This will make them the focal point instead of the clothing, acting as a canvas for your beautiful ornate pieces.
2. Layering Your Jewelry
Pick out a selection of items that can be layered one on top of another. This works best with simple items, but one or two more ornate ones in with them can work just as well. Try mixing and matching a couple that looks good on top of one another.
The trick works great using necklaces. Try adding ones of various length of necklaces and letting them hang over your outfit. Different materials, such as gold and wood in combination, will add more depth.
You can also try the same with bracelets. Make sure the weight does not interrupt the movement of your wrists or hand, however, and make sure they are easily removable if you need to submerge them in water.
Finally, try combinations of different rings. Larger, digit covering rings can be combined with thin bands to give an exotic appearance.
3. Picking Jewelry Colours
The color of your jewelry can have a huge impact on your outfit, particularly the choice of stones. Clashing colors are fine in certain circumstances, but this season you will want to strike a balance using primary and secondary colors that complement each other.
Warmer colored stones such as deep red rubies and autumnal amber should be placed with blues or purples. The contrast of your jewelry on top of these cool colors will really highlight the outfit.
In contrast, cooler colored stones such as blue and green will work well against yellows and earthy greens. Using a color wheel can help you make informed choices about what colors should work well together.
4. Go Big
Large, thick pieces of jewelry are in this season. Big, sturdy earrings and bracelets can be used to enhance and outfit, particularly when correctly color matched.
One place to bring in a large piece of jewelry is around the neck, either in a choker or necklace. If you are wearing a chain, go for something with large links that reach down across your outfit. Chokers can be ones that sit directly on the skin or be the perfect, round bangle type.
Round, large shapes are also in fashion this season. Try to go for round, plain pendants or rings that have circular embellishments.
5. Go Natural
Natural materials always work in fall, as they complement the season. Falling leaves and earthy tones are abundant at this time of year and you can reflect this in your accessories. Woods and leathers will all give you an eco-friendly tinge to your wardrobe choices.
Wooden and leather bracelets always work well with amber. Amber is a natural material made from fossilized tree sap, and you can not go wrong when using it on top of these choices.
Try layering some of these materials with a few gold or silver accessories to add depth, though maintain the natural materials as your main source. If you are feeling creative, you could even experiment with creating your own DIY jewelry pieces from natural materials.
6. Pearls
Pearls actually work in any situation, but in a fall outfit can make an exceptional statement. When using them in earrings, it works better to have large pieces with pearl accents in an everyday outfit. If you are being formal or dressing up, then go for the single pearl droplet style earrings.
Pearls work well with light, cool colors such as blues, greens, and whites. Pearls come from the sea and when wearing them, keep this in mind. Anything that could be linked with water will work, such as flowing fabrics or gentle colors.
7. Show Yourself
It is important to follow fashion trends and changes. No one wants to make choices that are totally out of season and fashion. But that does not mean you should not show yourself in your outfit!
Be unique and be yourself. Find jewelry that no one else will have, instead of selecting the same items from the high street. These items are great for certain choices, but they are bought and worn by many people.
Search online for statement pieces that show who you are as an individual. I recommend this website for wholesale necklaces.
Have Fun and Feel Comfortable
Most of all, have fun when choosing your accessories. You know what looks good on your own body and makes you feel comfortable. This will be the deciding factor over any style guide.
However, we hope we have helped you make some informed choices when picking jewelry for fall. If you are looking for more advice on fashion, health, and lifestyle, Pretty Core is always here to help with numerous articles on everything you need to look great this season. Come and join us today!
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