Many girls have one thing or two that they feel “naked-without” when they forget to put it on. My Mama always said it was her earrings; some may be wearing a necklace, a mask strap to your mask…what about you?
Jewellery trends come and go, but there are a few jewellery pieces that seem to have stood the test of time. Some of these include a classic pair of diamond studs, hoop earrings, pearl earrings, a simple gold pendant, and the iconic pearl necklace.
While these are more sentimental pieces of jewellery, how do you go about styling more chic or statement items of jewellery daily?
We're going to share with you 6 practical tips on how to wear jewellery daily:
1. Layer Up Your Jewellery
A great way to eccentric an everyday outfit and use some of your jewellery pieces is layering. But remember that there’s a fine line between looking chic and tacky.
When it comes to necklaces, experiment with contrasting lengths. Gather up a collection of necklaces and pendants in different lengths, textures, and styles. Try layering them in different combinations to see what works and what doesn’t. Remember to stick to one or two types of metals, max. Mixing too many metals tends to clash.
The same goes for earrings. If you have more than one piercing, the trend these days is to stack your earrings by mixing different shapes and sizes.
Bangles and bracelets are also super simple to layer. You can have a little more fun here and even mix up your bracelets' textures and materials. Just be careful not to go overboard. You want to avoid the daily distraction of jingling bangles!
2. Know When Enough is Enough
When it comes to layering your jewellery, it’s important to pick one style and go with that. Layering necklaces with earrings and bangles at all at once can start to look a little more distracting than fashionable. In other words, you don’t want your jewellery to compete for attention!
The principles are simple, really. If you’re layering up your necklaces, stick to more simple earrings. If you’re wearing a stack of earrings, opt for a simple pendant necklace.
As Coco Chanel once recommended: ”Before you leave the house, look in the mirror and remove one accessory.“ In essence, know when enough is enough.
3. Don't Underestimate the Power of Your Earring Choice
You may be in the habit of wearing the same earrings day in and day out.
But your earring choice says so much more about you than you think. They’re also in the direct field-of-vision for anyone talking to you. Ultimately, they help frame your face and complement your eye, hair, and skin tone.
With this in mind, it’s important to carefully consider what earrings you choose daily and what they say about you, your mood, and your personality.
Needing a pro tip? If you have long hair, choose a metal finish contrasting to your hair colour so that your earrings are a little more noticeable.
4. Pick Out Your Jewellery the Evening Before
But if you’re interested in mixing up your looks a bit and showcasing the beautiful jewellery you do own, pick out your pieces the night before. Once you’ve done that, lay them out in a noticeable spot so that you remember to put each piece on in the morning before you leave the house.
Takes some time and go through your jewellery collection to see what you own and what fits in with your personal style. If you’ve outgrown certain pieces, simply donate or pass it down to your daughter or your friend's daughter so that they’re not clogging up your collection.
5. Choose Your Focus Point: Jewellery or Clothing
This concept is essential for your day-to-day outfits, whether you’re heading into work, going for brunch, or running errands.
Choose a focus for your overall outfit: Will it be your clothes or your jewellery, and then build on that.
If you’re planning on showcasing new jewellery pieces such as a beautiful layered necklace or earrings, opt for a simple, chic outfit. Otherwise, if you want to bring a simple outfit to life, go for a statement necklace and earrings.
On the flip side, if you’re wearing a very colourful or patterned outfit, it may be best to stick to simple, fine jewellery. This way, neither item is competing for attention.
6. Choose a Focal Point For Your Jewellery
Essentially, you should ask yourself what you want people to look at when choosing your jewellery pieces on a day-to-day basis.
If you have an area of your body you’re perhaps self-conscious about, you can use jewellery to distract from that region. For example, if you have a bigger bust, use bold statement earrings to create a focal point.
Now that you have a better idea of how to wear jewellery daily, why not build on your collection?
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