Statement in Style
by Natalie Heather
It’s not rocket science that accessories can make or break an outfit. I tend to be very conservative in my jewelry (and often in my clothing as well), but I am hoping to break out of that shell. I am moseying on down to Forever XXI sometime this week to take a look at their jewelry. Don’t worry, I know it’s cheap. But for statement jewelry that you may end up not wearing very often, it does the trick.
While in Beijing earlier this year, my sister and I (as well as her wonderful boyfriend who put up with us) did a few trips to the local markets. No, not food markets. I went with one goal in mind: to find an every day scarf. I can tell you right now that I failed on that mission. I did find a very lovely print scarf though, in such lovely colours. I am ashamed to say that to this day, I have still not worn it…
Though I failed on my mission, I did come out with a few very cute dresses (none of which fit when I tried them on back at the hotel) and a whole range of jewelry. Gillian is an expert when it comes to accessories: shoes, scarves, jewelry – you name it. In short, she told me to get out of my comfort zone. I ended up buying some things that were completely out of my comfort zone, and I mean completely. I bought a long, gold chain necklace with lime green clove-like charms. It sounds really terrible when I describe it, but it’s really not that bad! There are a few other pieces that are similar in strangeness, but there are a few pieces of jewelry that I really love, and have been waiting for the right occasion to wear them.
The lesson: when Natalie goes out of her comfort zone, it does not go well. Kind of like the time I went rock climbing and cried the whole time.
I need to take the slow, baby steps to more dramatic jewelry. And I really think I should get rid of some of the junk I already have.
These are all from Forever XXI. They are pieces of jewelry that I think are fun, but not too wild. Ergo, I think I would actually wear them. The colours are not too crazy and they have the potential to match with most of what it in my wardrobe. Hopefully I will start creeping out of my comfort zone.
What is your jewelry style?
P.S. Thanksgiving sales have started today. Exciting! You should treat yourself. Or just window shop.
Love that blue bangle!
I’m interested in buying it!
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I think both the blue accessories are my favorite. Such nice colours!