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The Power Of Accessorizing

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The Power Of Accessorizing

What makes a person stylish?

There’s a lot to this question. When it comes to fashion choices, ultimately it is a personal choice. What is stylish to one may be garish, dull or crazy to others.

Two people could be wearing the exact same clothes they pull their looks makes those clothes look entirely different to one another. The Devi is in the details! All our styles are unique to our preferences and tastes.ne of the best ways to stand out is to accessories!  

‘Accessories can work like exclamation points for an outfit!’

With one stroke, the right handbag, tasteful assortment of jewellery or even a hat can give an older, familiar costume a new configuration. Fashion accessories are pieces that, although they can serve practical functions, are chosen to complement the rest of an outfit. They add the finishing touches. Accessorising allows you to add new energy to the old standbys in your capsule wardrobe. Accessorising is all about balance, and the right accessories can make even the most basic outfit look glam. 

From bags to earrings, this article will work as your outfit inspo and a guide to accessorizing right! Here are some complementary and minimalist accessories that you can choose from. 

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1. Chunky oxidised necklace 


When it comes to adding spunk to your traditional outfit, an easy way of doing so is by adding a chunky oxidised necklace. This necklace also works well with casual ethnic wear, making it more modern and bold. Be it formal one-pieces or ethnic suits, a statement silver necklace like this Paisley Necklace fits right in with your outfit. These pieces go very well with all colours except gold and add a modern and polished vibe to your ethnic wear. Many wear this with their casual pieces to stand out from the crowd. 

2. Statement Earrings 


A simple black dress can be transformed into the perfect nightwear with the right earrings. 

These beautiful gold Koyo Earrings are a great example of understated elegance. Monochrome outfits are an amazing way to full off statement earrings as then your accessories draw all the attention while still keeping your look aesthetically clean and elegant. 

 

From pearl studs to diamond danglers, earrings can be the statement piece of your outfit when done right. Just like lipstick enhances your lips, the perfect earrings enhance your entire outfit. 

 

3. Scarves 


In an attempt to bring the 70s back, many fashionistas are adding scarfs to their wardrobes. Whether you wear them as neckpieces, use them to tie up your dress or use them as headbands- is completely up to you, but scarves are making a huge comeback! 

You can use them to add a pop of exciting colour to your outfit, for example, this Regal Elephant Silk Scarf is of bright red colour and will go beautifully with white, black, yellow and red outfits. There are many ways of styling a scarf which makes it quite a versatile accessory. You can even tie it around your wrist or bag for added oomph. 

 

4. Bracelets and Bangles 


Bring back the bangle sellers as bangles and bracelets are also making a huge comeback - and this time it’s bigger! Chunky bracelets are in huge demand for all types of aesthetics. These simple accessories have an elegant way of making you look chic and fashionable, finishing each outfit off with a flourish.


This delicate gold Star Moon Bangle is another way that you can accessorise a muted aesthetic. You need not always go bold. This soft, subtle piece is strong enough to be a statement when worn with the right outfit. You can sport it at a formal event as well as on a date. It is versatile and will go with every colour, making it a wardrobe staple for every girl. 

 

5. Bags 


When it comes to functionality, this accessory takes the prize. It is so important to have the perfect bag for each occasion! Be it your storage dump or your sleek go-to for something small, bags pull an outfit together. They work as the glue between function and aesthetics. They are also great when it comes to trying something different and bold. 

This interesting Adha Bag made from brass with a pearl as its centre is a great example of a statement bag. It is unique and stunning as well as an experimental piece when it comes to styling. It will go beautifully with traditional wear, but some can also pull it off with formals! 

Put your personal stamp on your outfit with your accessories! 

Ikikai’s Style Challenge 

Here is a special ikikai styling challenge. Show us how you would style each of these pieces by creating a mood board or clicking a picture of your outfit and tag ikikai in your Instagram pictures! 

Shop these and more such unique pieces only at ikikai

 

 

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