Ever put on a great dress or "in theory" great outfit only to find it's just so-so. Your problem: no accessories to make your look stand out. Today I'm gong to show you a casual way to accessorize a basic navy dress.
I also decided to enter Chippmuck.com's Expert Shopper Contest again with this outfit. I came in 7th last time and the top five won. Help me make the top five this time by loving my look here. You can vote each day too. I seriously appreciate it ladies!
For this look I chose a bold statement necklace and coordinating gold bracelets as my jewelry. I added my Limited striped blazer with it's classic tailoring to add a dressy edge, then added a yellow belt for a fun color pop. Lastly I chose my gold scalloped heels as the final touch to this dressy look. Here are some more shots of the look:
Blazer: The Limited $22 similar
Dress: Gap (free from clothing exchange) similar
Necklace: Stella and Dot Juniper same
Belt: Kohl's $6 similar
Shoes: Audrey Brooke $26 similar in silver
Accessories can add so much to a simple look. I love statement necklaces with just a basic t-shirt and jeans. Your gold heels are gorgeous and I love this outfit!
ReplyDeleteI'm loving these posts! Good luck on the expert shopper contest!
ReplyDeleteI love this little mini-series! I laughed a little at you standing there in your driveway in your bare feet haha. Love the final look!
ReplyDeleteSooooooo true!! You did a great job.
ReplyDeleteAli
Dressing Ken
Oh yes, accessories are a must :) Love those gold heels, so pretty.
ReplyDeleteGinny, you are so good at this! You can take a look from WOW to KA-POW-WOW! HaHa I love that navy & green together. Looks so good! A very pretty look.
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What a great outfit! Accessories really make a difference (good thing I have a lot!). Those heels are absolutely gorgeous by the way!
ReplyDeleteYou're such a pro with styling! I probably struggle the most with accessorizing because I'm not that into jewelry (gasp!).
ReplyDeleteI love so many aspects of this outfit--I totally covet those shoes and that jacket!
LOve this series Ginny. Again I totally agree. Adding a fabulous statement necklace, makes all the difference in the world!!!!
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Accessories do make a huge difference! I have a similar simple navy dress and the styling possibilities are endless by changing up the accessories.
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such a cute outfit, i love that blazer!
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What a fashionista! Accessories can make or break any outfit. I love how you played it up with you necklace and that pop of yellow belt looks gorgeous against that navy blue dress. You look fab.
ReplyDeleteLoving the way you wore this Navy Dress which is a Lovely Dress by the way. This would be a great outfit for you, as a teacher. Once again, congrats on this feature. =)
ReplyDeletelove it with the jacket
ReplyDeleteXo, Megan, www.TfDiaries.com
Great blazer! I agree...it's all about the accessories!
ReplyDeleteDebbie :)
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LOVE THIS! I have trouble styling plain pieces sometimes, this is great inspiration. Thanks so much for linking up!
ReplyDeleteWow you have done a great job with this! I LOVE that blazer!!
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This is a great series! I think styling with accessories is especially important in these crazy hot summer months when adding a layer can be difficult!
ReplyDeleteThat blazer is AWESOME! Love how layering can totally step up an outfit! You are beautiful. :)
ReplyDeleteIt's so true! Accessories make the outfit! You always do such a great job accessorising!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the way you accessorized that dress...the blazer is SO cute with it!
ReplyDeleteAnnie
The Other Side of Gray
I'm loving this series, and I LOVE how you styled this dress! Accessories really are the make it or break it element to any outfit!
ReplyDeleteLove the styling! That is such a great outfit!
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LOVE the way you've styled this. The necklace and jacket are perfect!
ReplyDeleteDang, Ginny, you have SUCH an eye for accessorizing! I just lamented on my blog today about how I'm not great at accessorizing - I'm going to have to look to you each day for inspiration :) Oh! And I just voted for you in the contest!
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I love this series so much!! I just recently started layering and accessorizing more so I am still new to this. Sometimes I also just get lazy and forget to, but I forget what a difference it can make! Love this post!
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Love this!! You always do such a great job accessorizing, Ginny! :)
ReplyDeleteLauren
Style of One's Own
Great green and navy combo!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous outfit! Love all pops of color! If you got a chance, please link up to my linky party: http://suburbsmama.blogspot.com/2013/07/what-we-wore-6.html
ReplyDeleteFantastic! I know styling makes a big difference but I didn't realise just how much until you posted a with and without photo. Such an improvement!
ReplyDeleteThis is my favorite jacket Ginny! It looks great on you! I wish it was still in stock so I could get one! Susan
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