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We’re firm believers of accessories: bags, jewellery, shoes and so on being the icing on the cake in the fashion game. In fact, accessorising is an easy and great way to add a touch of personality to your attire and the right picks can instantly elevate the most minimal outfit – even the most basic plain white tee-and-jeans combination. If you’re looking to introduce some new trinkets to your wardrobe, here are six trending accessories that’ll give your look a major style upgrade.
1. ’70s-Inspired Sunglasses
There’s no such thing as too many pairs of sunnies in our books! It's safe to say that throwback styles in the eyewear department are here to stay and this season, designers are taking it up a notch by putting a contemporary twist to retro silhouettes. Oversized rectangular silhouettes in mood-boosting colours? Check! A narrower frame on the classic cat-eye shape? Double check!
2. OTT Toppers
It’s official: over-the-top headwear is having a major presence this year. Shield your face from the blazing sun in style with these must-haves that are big right now, be it floral-printed bucket hats, classic baseball caps or wide-brimmed hats. Whatever your pick may be, the key to styling your chosen headwear is to keep the rest of your ensemble simple and let your statement-making topper be the pièce de résistance of your overall look.
3. Polymer Clay Rings
Time to exchange your dainty rings for bold, chunky picks! A nostalgic ’90s trend, these multi-coloured cutesy rings are seeing a surge of popularity, thanks to the influence of TikTokers. Even A-listers like ArianaGrande, Bella Hadid, Dua Lipa and Kylie Jenner have been seen jumping on the bandwagon. Whether you wear ’em solo or stack ’em up, polymer clay rings are sure to add a dose of cheery fun to your look!
4. Silk Scarves
Spotted on the FW21 runways and currently trending on TikTok, it’s hard to miss this trend that you might have had sitting in your wardrobe all along! Instead of having it as an add-on to your handbags, this season, we’re styling silk scarves as a headscarf. A nod to the cottage-core aesthetic, vintage headscarves are perfect to stay fabulous, especially on bad hair days! Secure it over your head and under the chin à la Audrey Hepburn, or at the nape of your neck for a modern spin to this retro style.
5. Techy Accessories
Who doesn't love a trend that is both stylish and functional? Tech accessories are exactly that and more! Designers are releasing IT items in a variety of colours and designs, including Chanel’s chic double-C lanyard phone cases and Coach, Fendi and Off-White’s trendy Apple Watch straps. Not only are they a far more sophisticated alternative to the conventional phone holders, such practical designs will come in handy when our skirts or dresses don't have pockets!
6. Textured Metals
Embrace the raw, imperfect finishes of new-season jewellery. While we appreciate smooth and polished pieces, there's something about textured pieces that we can't seem to resist. The unique texture by itself has the ability to add a touch of artistic appeal and charm to any outfit you wear. The next time you're shopping for new jewellery, be sure to keep an eye out for worn-out looking, hammered or even sandblasted pieces.
Text: Katherine Thivya
Featured image: Ramiin Ka/Unsplash
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