Summer Accessories To Spice Up A Simple Summer Wardrobe

By Kristen Peuvion on May 19, 2015

Summer style is usually all about simplicity, ease and convenience. The summer months are hot and uncomfortable so everyone just wants to wear something no-fuss to attempt to make the weather more bearable. Low maintenance just makes sense in the summer.

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That’s not to say that summer style is all about laziness, though. Just because your style is all about ease and convenience doesn’t mean you have to look sloppy. In fact, the best way to keep your look simple, but still chic and put together is through your accessories.

Here are some of this summer’s hottest accessories to keep your summer look stylish.

Mismatched Earrings

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Last year’s big earring trend was wearing only one earring instead of the classic two. That trend has come and gone and now a new earring trend has replaced it. Mismatched earrings is now the cool, trendy way to wear your earrings.

Whether you opt for different colors of the same earring, two earrings in the same color in different shapes or even two completely different earrings that look nothing alike, the possibilities are really endless. This is a fun way to add interest and a unique touch to your otherwise simple summer outfit.

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Anything Brass

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Silver and gold are standards in the jewelry world, but this summer might be the time to try something different. Brass is easily this summer’s trendiest metal and it’s actually a close cousin of classic gold, but this metal tends to be a little bit darker and richer in color.

It was seen all over the runway in anything from a ring to a necklace to earrings, so there are tons of ways to incorporate this metal into your summer wardrobe. Plus, since it is only a little bit darker than gold, the two metals complement each other wonderfully, so try mixing some of your older pieces with your new brass additions.

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Chokers

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By now we all know that the ’70s are back in the fashion world, but that doesn’t mean that other decades don’t still have some influence on what’s hot right now. In fact, before the ’70s we saw a huge ’90s revival, which is where this summer accessory trend comes from.

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Chokers were classic ’90s jewelry pieces. You probably remember the black plastic ones you could get out of those little quarter machines at the grocery store, but chokers have gotten a lot chicer since then. Now you can find them in big, bold styles or more delicate ones. Whatever look you’re going for, there’s a choker out there that will fit the bill and it’ll take your simple summer look to the next level.

Ladylike Earrings

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Another earring trend that will be a stylish addition to your summer wardrobe is ladylike earrings. If mismatched earrings aren’t your style, then this might be the trend for you. Instead of the bold, fun feel of mismatched earrings, this earring trend is quite the opposite in that it is classic and feminine.

For this trend, think delicate shapes and stones. These are the types of earring that will complement your simple summer style without overwhelming it.

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Pendant Necklaces

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In the past few years, statement necklaces have been the name of the game as far as jewelry goes, but all that is about to change this summer. The pendant necklace is quickly becoming the “it” necklace. It is characterized by a long chain and a pendant at the end.

You can go as big or as small as you want, depending on how dramatic you want the look to be. The great thing about the pendant necklace is that it’s a little more versatile than a statement necklace because you can dress it up or dress it down.

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If you want one that is going to go with everything in your closet, try finding one in neutral colors, or if you’re looking for a super bold look, find one with a huge pendant in a cool design. Either way, your summer look will benefit from a pendant necklace.

So don’t let your simple summer style be an excuse to get lazy with what you wear. Easy doesn’t have to mean lack of effort and adding some accessories to your look is the easiest way to add some interest to your outfit. Any of these summer accessories will definitely take your summer wardrobe to the next level!

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