By Amy Nolan
If we learnt anything from Miranda Priestly, it’s that accessories can make or break an outfit.
Remember that absolute scathing retort Miranda (Meryl Streep) gave Andy (Anne Hathaway) in the cult favourite flick The Devil Wears Prada for suggesting two belts looked identical? If we learned anything from the fictitious icy editor it’s that when it comes to fashion, the devil’s in the detail.
Indeed a slogan hair clip, an edgy belt or a statement handbag can elevate a nice outfit into an amazing one. When I look at incredible street style, clever visual merchandising in stores or on Instagram, and influencers whose style I find inspiration from, often times the outfit will be quite simple, but there are a few simple details that make the overall vibe look cohesive and uber chic. It’s a white t-shirt under a cami-style dress with a belt knotted through. It’s layered necklaces and a few pretty hair slides that make a t-shirt and jeans combo extra chic. Or it’s a wooden/straw bag that can make you look like a White Company walking advert.
High street juggernaut brand, New Look has seriously upped the ante when it comes to accessories and are executing the SS19 trends to absolute perfection. Here are some of our favourite picks:
Hair Clips
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New Look has some stunning slogan hair clips in stock at the moment. Hair accessories are having a serious surge in popularity right now and it’s a trend we’re living for. These affordable New Look ones come in at €4.99 and we honestly think the more, the merrier!
Statement Earrings
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This is another easy win to give a simple outfit some extra sparkle. In particular, tortoiseshell is becoming ubiquitous right now and we think it’s so pretty. Browsing online, New Look has so many gorgeous options… none of which will break the bank!
Quirky Handbags
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I mean… is this not the handbag or dreams? We’re pretty besotted by these quirky handbags that really look so elegant and dainty. Maybe not the most practical, but WOWIE is it a look. It’s €39.99 but it looks like it could be €3999!
When it comes to updating our spring/summer wardrobes, adding in some new accessories is a great way to get the creative juices flowing and have a bit of fun without spending a fortune. So we say, go forth and accessorise.
“That’s all.”