Spring style is all about renewal, but this year, it seems it’s going to be about accessories.
It means you don’t have to revamp your entire wardrobe but make an impression simply by adding a pop of color to otherwise soft spring hues. If you play your cards right, you’ll be able to create a stylish look that’s on-trend without trying too hard. Here are a few options you may want to consider.
Try Fascinators and Modern Millinery
You’re likely to see a lot more fascinator and other modern millinery pieces this spring. They are great for adding drama, elegance, and a highly polished look to an outfit. Once associated with race days, weddings, and formal daytime events, millinery is gaining a lot more traction due to renewed interest in expressive, highly feminine fashion.
However, if you’re going to try these accessories, you should learn how to let them truly shine. If it’s a headpiece with texture, petals, netting, or a fun color, ensure that the rest of your accessories only play a supporting role.
Pearl studs, a dainty bracelet, or a small structured clutch are generally more flattering than big earrings or multiple necklaces. If you’re going with a fascinator, avoid wearing multiple statement pieces close to the face. The idea is to keep the silhouette clean and make you look elegant, not crowded.
Go for Oversized Floral Jewelry
Floral patterns are a spring staple, and this year, they’re making a comeback in larger, more sculptural pieces of jewelry. Larger flower-shaped earrings, petal-shaped cuffs, resin flowers, and metallic floral chokers are trending this spring because they achieve this season’s romantic look while still being fun and fashion-forward.
What makes floral jewelry popular this spring is how it combines softness without sacrificing impact. A white shirt, slip dress, or neutral outfit can immediately become more directed and focused with an oversized floral jewelry piece. These pieces also vibe really well in spring because this season works well with color, texture, and a bit of decorative dressing. Plus, they can easily go from a day event to a night dinner, which makes this trend a bit of a winner in terms of wearability.
To wear this trend well, understand that it’s all about contrast. If you wear oversized floral earrings, don’t wear a necklace. If you wear a bold floral cuff or ring, avoid oversized floral earrings. The idea is to achieve a balance between the softness of the floral shape and the restraint of the rest of the look.
Get the Right Statement Belts
Statement belts are having a big spring moment because they’re all about style and functionality. As silhouettes are loose and relaxed for spring, belts are a great way to rein in dresses, oversized blazers, shirts, and lightweight outerwear. They are also a great way to add a big pop of style with hardware, color, texture, and a great belt buckle. With all of the flowy fabrics and effortless layering happening now, a bit of structure feels especially relevant.
To style a statement belt, first look at the width of the belt. Wider belts look great over blazers, shirt dresses, and longer tunics because they help create a shape. Slimmer statement belts, especially those with polished hardware and fun colors, look perfect over high-waisted pants, skirts, and simpler dresses. Just make sure the belts don’t interrupt the lines of the outfit.
Endnote
What makes these trends work so well is that each one brings something special to a wardrobe. Hats offer a touch of dress-up feel, floral jewelry gives a hint of romance, and belts add a touch of shape with flair. Collectively, they show that the key to a sharp spring update isn’t a brand new wardrobe; it’s a sharp finish.
