Be Bold…

How many of you wear the same jewellery season after season? Understandable if you are fortunate enough to be dripping in diamonds, but if like me you are lacking in a significant other and refuse to buy sparkly jewels for yourself, today’s blog is a rundown of affordable accessory styles for Autumn/Winter 10.

Supersize Cuffs definitely make a statement and guarantee to get you noticed! Wear in the daytime for bohemian boldness, take it to your chosen summer event and be festival chic or wear it in the evening to reveal your individual style! Your choice of bangle/cuff can make or break an outfit so keep to the basic fashion trends and add detail with jewellery. If there’s nothing that takes your fancy in the shops why not recycle an old favourite necklace into a bracelet?

To keep on trend with this seasons focus on texture, mix and matching your jewellery is the way to wear accessories this Autumn. Don’t be scared to laden your neck with all your favourite jewels. Be bold enough to wear your statement necklace with your delicate charms and pendants. Try it with your rings too! Be daring enough to wear a costume ring next to your dainty designs to create an eclectic mix.

Ok, before you double take at the next style tip, I am being deadly serious… Pat Butcher earrings are back!

Chandelier tier earrings are a classic investment and the fun shapes and jewels are cheaper whilst still being on trend. If you don’t go overboard and add them to a statement necklace, earrings that resemble Christmas decorations can change the look of any outfit. Still not sure? Then wear them with your hair down, so they are subtle and understated.

There are various shapes, sizes and jewels to match any personality. Trinkets and chains resemble a vintage feel whilst delicate, twisted metal with colourful jewels will add a bit of glamour to any outfit.

Remember to email me if you have any fashion questions or if there are certain trends that you want to hear about in the following weeks!

Accessorise and be body beautiful!

What makes some women stand out from the rest? We here at Swop2Shop have been trying to work out what turns heads and we think we have the answer…they accessorise! There are some beautiful accessories available so why aren’t we making the most of them? Maybe the answer is that a lot of us don’t know how to accessorise or we just don’t want the added stress when we’re struggling to find a suitable outfit.

The key to accessorising is to not worry too much and to play around with different styles. Have a rummage through your jewellery box and you’ll be surprised about what you can find. If you’ve got a long necklace you love but it doesn’t suit the neckline, wrap it around two or three times for a layered look. Keep things simple with some sparkling bangles and add some delicate, drop earrings for sophisticated style. And if all else fails, step into some bold coloured heels and walk with a swagger!

Take a look at the Swop2Shop website where we have some great beaded necklaces and gorgeous summer sandals. Get there first and head to www.swop2shop.co.uk today!