I find the word “accessories” to be dumb. Sounds similar to the frivolities you might find in a washing room. Profit- to- needs bells and whistles, like fascinators and hair bows and decorative corsages. But the best equipment are, basically, provisions.
This is more real than ever in summers. The right equipment are necessary for enjoying the sun in the summer, without being exaggerated. You require comfortable shoes so you can move on turf without stumbling. a tray big enough to carry your sunscreen and a bottle of water. shades so you can enjoy your meal without squinting outside.
The best summer accessories are necessary, but that doesn’t mean boring. The pleasure of dressing up for summer is that it’s appropriate for a mood. Accessories designed for cold weather battle with the elements include thick boots that keep your feet warm, and reasonably large function bags that you can lock closed for a rain commute. Summer accessories are the same: they are for squeezing the most juice out of every day, as long as it isn’t raining. You want hats that add quick beauty, jewelry that keeps the holiday mood dead when your month is over, and sandals that you can wear all night long.
Jewelry can also be a very useful style tip for those who are to busy to do much about it, but are fashion-curious. With the right equipment, you can upgrade your summer appearance without really getting changed. Because I’ve worn them for so long, some of my favorite summer garments are now on the cusp of splintering. The joints are free from being pulled on and off over bikinis, and they have gradually faded from the sunrays. I did however many prefer to wear those dresses than to replace them. I adore the intoxicating beauty of the memories and the smoothness of the fabric. And I am too anxious to spend an afternoon in the parking lot of a slick changing space so I can try on a dress that will turn out to be somewhat too little, too hot, or to have an unpleasant fastening.
But if I’m fair, I even know that my old-favorite dresses could do these days without being overly closely examined, thanks to the torn joints and fading. Which is where a striking new item comes in.
The new term in vogue is “excessories” – components that have that little bit more. Choose a focal point, and it will completely release your appearance. Your carrier, for example. The handbag you carry says a ton about you – not just about your taste, but about your life. The best summertime luggage serve as a reminder that we should make the most of the best part of the year. Put bluntly, what this means is that even if you are going to work, you want a bag that doesn’t look like a work bag. Alternatively of something blocky in black leather, come for citrus colours or bleached- out white neutrals. Even when you are really carrying a laptop and meal, straw often works, or towelling, or anything else that makes it appear as though you are carrying fresh fruit from the market.
Second, shoes. The most common error to make when buying summer shoes is to spend your money on expensive, uncomfortable heels that you rarely wear, and then spend the day wearing a dull pair of serviceable flats that you don’t hate but also don’t love. We all do it, and it is crazy. Buy gorgeous pair of flats that are accessible but specific ( think raffia slides with shells or hip ties to give them a unique feel ), and then use them for anything.
When it’s time to package a vacation outfit, the excessories strategy comes into its own when it lifts your dress and your feelings day in and day out. If you choose summer accessories that feel special, then you don’t need to pack an extra pair of “smart” sandals for going out for dinner. Only sling in one piece of well- made slick shoes, and use them day and night.
Glasses? Create them pearlescent, or bright, or spider’s attention. Or all three. Hats? Why not go for a barrel hat with a line, or a football helmet with a logo. Or a cowboy hat, for optimum 2024 energy.
Create strong, bright summer jewelry. Pick one joyful piece instead of putting lots of delicate necklaces in a layer of subtle ones ( which is a drag if you can’t swim in them ) and bringing lots of them on a trip will make a tangled mess. Bubblegum corals, sensitive shells, gifts- shop ornaments are all you need.
Turn next year’s clothing into this week’s happy place.
Model: Amelia Swaby at Milk. Using Life Proof and Lancôme, Sam Cooper at Carol Hayes Management applied beauty. Helmet, £57,. Dress, £35,. Rings, €100,. Pink ring collar, £128,. Evil eye horsepower, €150, and colored keep necklace, €250, both. Fish jewellery, £17.99,. Coastal ring, £22.99,. Green ring, £178,. Star carrier, £49.99,. Boots, £159,. Woven carrier, £190,. Yellow sunglasses, £120.