Choosing accessories for a dress

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Method 1 of 5: Choose accessories for the color of your dress
Method 2 of 5: Choose accessories for the model of your dress
Method 3 of 5: Picking the right accessories for the occasion
Method 4 of 5: Match the accessories
Method 5 of 5: Create your own style with your accessories
Tips
Warnings
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It can be difficult to choose the right accessories for your clothes. It's hard to find the perfect accessories that enhance your outfit but aren't too flashy. If you start with jewelry, shoes and a handbag, you will see that there are many factors that can complete your outfit. Choosing the right accessories is not rocket science, but there are some guidelines that you can follow to make sure everything works better. Especially when choosing accessories for a dress, it is all about complementing and completing your outfit.

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Method 1 of 5: Choose accessories for the color of your dress

Make sure the accessories match the color of your dress. This is one of the easiest ways to choose accessories. Color is one of the most important aspects of your dress, so choosing accessories that are the same color as your dress will ensure that your outfit is balanced and cared for.
- If you're wearing a light pink dress, opt for light or dark pink accessories.
- It doesn't have to be exactly the same color. For example, it is best to wear dark pink shoes with a light pink dress. That gives it a bit more spice.
Match your accessories with a detail from your dress. Instead of using accessories in the predominant color of your dress, you can also have them come back in a secondary color from your dress. This works especially well with patterned dresses, as there is more than one color to choose from.
- If you wear a white dress with pink and blue flowers, you can choose pink or blue accessories. That is a good way to make the accessories match your dress in a nuanced way.
Wear neutral accessories with a brightly colored dress. If your dress is very bright in color, such as yellow, wear neutral colors to balance it out. If you also choose bright accessories, you will look more eccentric than neat.
- White, black, beige and brown are neutral tones that go with almost all colors.
- If you like glitter, you can also opt for gold or silver jewelry.
Wear subtle or plain accessories with a dress with a busy pattern. A lot already happens on a dress with a pattern. If you also start wearing accessories with patterns, it gets too busy. Your shoes, belt and / or jewelry should be more solid in color. With such accessories, your dress can predominate.
- Try bright red pumps with a dress with a blue and white polkadot.
- If your dress has flowers, wear a pair of simple round earrings. Combine it with black or leather flat shoes to complete the outfit.
Wear strikingly colored accessories with a neutral dress. If your dress has a neutral color, such as white, beige or brown, you can make your outfit special with bright accessories. Whether you're wearing a special necklace, or fancy shoes and a handbag, try to make sure one of your accessories has a bright color.
- If your dress is solid in color, opt for a bag or a pair of patterned shoes. For example, you could very well wear a polkadot bag with a white dress.
Match your jewelry to the shade of your dress. Each color has a certain shade. Red, orange and yellow have a warm hue. Green, blue and purple have a cool hue. For example, gold has a warm hue and silver a cool one.
- However, don't be afraid to experiment, because gold can look great with green, for example.
- Black and white are seen as neutral tones, so you can wear both gold and silver with that.
- Brown and beige come in cool and warm tones. In that case, make sure that the jewelry matches the shade.

Method 2 of 5: Choose accessories for the model of your dress

Wear a necklace with a V-neck. This model dress is ideal for wearing with a necklace. Choose a necklace that falls above the neckline of the dress to match the curve of the neckline. You can opt for a simple pendant, or for a somewhat more complicated chain model.
- If you like a particular pendant, but the necklace is too long, you may be able to exchange the necklace for a shorter one.
- There are also chains that can be adjusted in length. That is very handy, because you can wear it with different dresses.
Don't wear a chain with a halter dress. Halter dresses are already very striking at the neckline, so if you are going to wear a necklace or earrings with that, your outfit will be too busy. For accessories for a halter dress, think of a bracelet, or even multiple bracelets. Then you emphasize your arms and balance the top of the dress.
- Make sure the style of the jewelry matches the style of the dress. A rustic wooden bracelet does not go with an elegant long velvet dress.
Wear a long necklace with a boat neck. If you are wearing a dress with a high neckline, wear a long necklace to make the outfit interesting. Since a boat neck can be very simple, you can choose more eye-catching accessories without getting over the top.
- A necklace draws attention to your face and makes the outfit complete.
Balance an asymmetrical dress with a bracelet. A dress with only one sleeve or shoulder strap is a bold fashion statement. To balance the asymmetry, you can wear a nice bracelet around your bare arm. That's a great way to finish this outfit.
- For example, if the dress only has a strap on the left shoulder, you can wear a bracelet on your right arm.
- Combine a wide shoulder strap with a large bracelet, and a thin spaghetti strap with a finer bracelet. Then you bring the whole even more into balance.
Wear earrings with a strapless dress. With a strapless dress your arms and shoulders are visible. When wearing a necklace, the bare area is split in half, taking the attention away from your dress. Instead, wear earrings instead.
- Simple studs give the outfit a stylish and refined look.
- Long pendants draw attention to your face. This works especially well if you put your hair up nicely.

Method 3 of 5: Picking the right accessories for the occasion

Wear the right shoes. This may sound like the advice your mom would give you, but it also applies to fashion! Make sure your shoes match your dress.
- If you're wearing a prom dress because you're going to a formal party, wear high heels.
- If you are wearing a summer dress to go to the beach, wear open sandals instead of closed shoes.
Make sure your jewelry is of good quality. If you're wearing a cocktail dress and high heels, don't choose poor quality rubber bracelets or jewelry. At the same time, when you go out for lunch with a friend, you don't have to put on a diamond necklace.
- These may be extreme examples, but you have to make sure that your jewelry is appropriate for the occasion.
Bring the right bag. You want your bag to complement your dress, but also that it is appropriate for the situation. Many women forget what impression a bag can make!
- If you are going to a formal event, do not bring a large, bulky bag. Instead, opt for a small handbag.
- Save your straw or cloth bag for the beach or other casual events.
- A simple black leather handbag is always good. It is versatile and will suit just about any dress and event.
For a formal event, opt for too little rather than too many accessories. If you wear a business or elegant dress, don't wear too many accessories. Accessories distract from the elegance of your dress and actually diminish your outfit.
- Don't wear too much or too big jewelry. Instead, opt for one or two simple pieces of jewelry.
- Be careful with hats or scarves. Only wear them if they make your outfit more elegant.

Method 4 of 5: Match the accessories

Match the types of metal. If you wear multiple pieces of jewelry, choose the same type of metals. For example, wear only silver or only gold. It is possible to combine, but that can be very difficult. Therefore choose a type of metal for each outfit.
- You can combine a piece of silver or gold jewelery with other types of jewelery. For example, you can combine a short silver chain with a longer pearl necklace.
Wear an eye-catching piece. You might want to make a statement, but you certainly don't want to look like a walking Christmas tree. If you have a big eye-catching chain or a busy handbag, complete your outfit with smaller or simpler accessories. Then there is a clear focus and your outfit is cohesive.
- If you wear too many eye-catching pieces, your outfit will look busy and cheap; there is no clear focus.
Choose bright and neutral colors. If you're wearing multiple accessories, make sure they aren't all brightly colored. If you do, your dress will get snowed under or your outfit will look too busy. Opt for all neutral colors, or combine neutral colors with a few bright accessories.
- If you want a hippie look, combine a necklace of large colored beads with a necklace of small brown wooden beads.
Opt for just one or two brightly colored accessories. If you want more than one brightly colored accessory, make sure they are the same color. Then the accessories still match and the colors do not overwhelm each other.
- For example, if you're wearing a dress with a blue and white polkadot, you can pair it with a red belt and a matching pair of red shoes.

Method 5 of 5: Create your own style with your accessories

Wear sophisticated accessories with a chic dress. If you wear a nice black dress or a business outfit, opt for stylish jewelry such as pearl earrings or pumps with high heels to complete the outfit. You can also wear a nice watch or a black handbag.
- If you're going for a chic look, choose accessories that are simple but of good quality. Avoid busy patterns and large jewelry.
Stick to neutral tones if you're wearing a dress with flowers or other patterns. Neutral tones complement a busy pattern well and suit the hippie style. Wear leather sandals and a suede bag to complete the outfit with a flowery dress. You can add accessories such as a hat, scarf, or feather earrings if you want to take it a step further.
- Do not wear bulky accessories such as heavy black boots or earrings with rhinestones with a flowery dress. That is too much out of place.
Wear cool accessories with a cool dress. If you're wearing a dress with holes or anything else you want to make a statement with, make sure your accessories do the same. Wear a pointed necklace or stiletto heels to complete your rock star outfit.
- You can also wear multiple silver rings or a choker with this outfit.
Create your own style with a simple dress. A plain dress or a beautiful black dress is the perfect blank canvas to create your own style with accessories. The choice of your accessories determines the feeling of the entire outfit.
- For a separate outfit, choose one or two large or bright accessories.
- For a girly outfit, opt for shiny jewelry and a small handbag.
- For a cool outfit, choose flat shoes or sneakers and little or no jewelry.

Tips

Experiment with different accessories and outfits to find what works best for you.
Consider changing your hair or makeup to match your outfit or occasion. For example, you can choose lipstick in the color of your dress if you are wearing a red dress!