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How to Use Accessories To Express Your Personal Style

July 11, 2023 By: Nada Manley2 Comments

Sometimes it can be easy to overthink things. I think that’s true of a lot of women when it comes to their personal style. They ponder their style words or spend months trying to decide on their style personality, and it keeps them feeling stuck. That’s why I decided to do a video on personal style.

Let’s make this as simple as possible, for all of us.

Personal style simply comes down to what you like. That is it. If you love it, and it feels like something you would or could wear (and not an “I like it but for someone else” kind of way) then it can be part of your personal style.

It doesn’t need to be narrow or even that clearly defined.

Here’s the secret. Everything you love has a thread of you running through it, whether you can see it or not. You may feel that you are all over the place or too eclectic, but the very fact that you chose what you chose makes them an extension of you.

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Today, I’m going to talk about the quickest way to express your personal style, and that’s with accessories.

If you’re still exploring and pondering and wondering, trying a few accessories that are associated with a particular style can help you explore it without going all in. And it can help you get the look you’ve been admiring without a wardrobe overhaul.

Today, I share trios of accessories that I have curated for different personal style words. Since everyone’s tastes and style expressions are different, you may find that your version of classic or boho looks nothing like the one shown here. In that case, I’d encourage you to tackle the fun challenge of assembling your own personal style accessories. Because you can wear them all the time, they have the ability to transform any outfit.

You can find all of these accessories in this catalog.

And now for the accessories!

Classic Style Personal Accessories

I kept it neutral, polished, and streamlined with this trio of cognac accessories, including the Sarah Flint Natalie flat, the Sarah Flint belt, and the Burberry bag.

Sarah Flint Natalie Ballet Flat. Use code sarahflint-banada
Sarah Flint Natalie Ballet Flat
Sarah Flint Classic belt. Mirjana Waist Belt Regular price$395.00. Use code Sarahflint-banada

Add these accessories to any basics, and you have a classic outfit.

Relaxed Natural Style Accessories

Using Portland Leather, I chose a trio of laid-back accessories that express this style personality.

Soho Wedge Sandal $128
The Aria Hat $56
Hawkeye Satchel $132

Minimal Style Accessories

Sleek and simple minimal accessories from COS are perfect for this style.

Cos. LEATHER CROSSBODY BAG $150
RECYCLED BRASS HINGED BANGLE $39
TOE-THONG HEELED SANDALS $250

Whimsical Creative Style Accessories

This fun style is best expressed in funky and cool accessories like these from Kate Spade.

Flower Power Leather Earrings (1) $148
What The Shell 3D Shell Crossbody (1) $428
Bahama Sandals, Salmon Pink, Product Bahama Sandals $248

Preppy Style Accessories

Crisp navy and white is the perfect palette for this trio of preppy accessories from Draper James.

Lana Crossbody $69
Preston Ankle Strap Heels in Navy Gingham $69 $115 Final Sale
Knot Headband in Canopy Stripe $19 $32 Final Sale

Boho Style Accessories

These cool accessories from Anthropologie will bring out the bohemian style in any outfit.

Ada Maria Braided Belt Ada (2) Reviews $110.00
Clare V. Poche Moyen Alice Crossbody Bag
Strappy Flats By Anthropologie (22) Reviews $130

What do you think of the idea of using accessories to explore your personal style? And which of these groups was your favorite? Let me know in the comments!

Comments

  1. Nada Manley says

    July 24, 2023 at 11:57 am

    Love that! Great words!

  2. Sherry Tiller says

    July 18, 2023 at 10:05 am

    Classic whimsical for sure

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