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Wednesday, 24 July 2013

What I Wore Wednesday: Accessories

I could tell you my view on accessories was shaped by Coco Chanel's comment "Before you leave the house, look in the mirror and remove one accessory" but if I'm being honest it's shaped from "too many accessories clutter an outfit" from Troop Beverly Hills. Maybe it's not as chic but those girls ditching their badges is what I always think of when adding accessories to any outfit. Then I start doing the Freddie and sing Cookie Time but I digress.

 I've been trying to make the most of the clothes I already have rather then buy a new wardrobe for work. I'm not 100% happy with the size I am so buying new clothes isn't at the top of my agenda. So instead I'm trying accessorize what I have to create different looks and to add to the dresses and skirts I already have.

 I'm a sucker for bright colours and funky prints so while these aren't exactly work wear I am absolutely in love with my new rainbow socks from Primark. I'm one of those people who can't wear white socks at least I assume I'm one of those people maybe I'm the only one!

I was cleaning out my wallet the other night and I found a credit voucher for New Look--score!--and then popped in store to find they had a massive sale on--double score! I'd seen a similar ribbon necklace in a magazine a while back so I had to get this gorgeous rainbow ribbon necklace since it was technically free thanks to my found credit note! I don't normally wear gold but I like how it works with all the different colours.

I'm not sure nails are normally classed as an accessory but I think that nail polish certainly can accessorize with an outfit. I've been pretty religious about painting my nails since I've gone back to work in an office and I've had a lot of fun experimenting with different designs and colours. This Maybelline Color Show Nails Polka Dot topcoat over reminds me of jawbreakers candy and it won me some NailGirls polish on twitter in their nail art competition!

What is your favourite way to accessorize? Do you consider nails an accessory? Do you still quote lines for eighties movies? 


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48 comments:

  1. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 00:12

    I adore that nail polish, and I completely believe that it is an accessory! Love the necklace too!

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  2. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 00:13

    Dude. That necklace. It's crazy gorgeous!

    xo
    Kym
    bitty.and.bunny
    bareMinerals giveaway!

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  3. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 00:17

    Oh my gosh - that necklace is GORGEOUS!!!!! I love statement necklaces - and that one is fabulous!!


    Thank you for hosting!


    Lauren xx
    www.stylelixir.com

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  4. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 00:19

    That necklace however is amazing! And statement necklaces are pretty much my go-to on how to change up an outfit.


    Thanks for hosting!

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  5. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 00:23

    I'm a sucker for earrings - I tend to stick with silver but that's not to say I don't also have them in other colours! I'm branching out in the colour stakes thanks to the blogger journey and loving my coral handbag. LOVE the socks!

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  6. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 00:27

    The socks are cute and I just LOVE your necklace! Thank you for hosting the link up party :)
    xo,
    Janise

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  7. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 02:14

    I just love wearing bright colored/patterned socks! They always brighten my day. =) And that necklace is stunning!!! SO gorgeous. =) Thanks for the linkup.

    ~Callie
    www.creationsbycallie.com

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  8. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 02:38

    I've never heard that quote from Coco Chanel before... I should probably live by that... haha I absolutely LOVE accessories and think they can totally make an outfit...

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  9. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 03:13

    Socks are 100% my flashiest accessory... as you know i dress boring, but i always have cool socks.. and usually nails :-D

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  10. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 03:21

    Love the new necklace! I'm such a sucker for statement necklaces, it's gorgeous.


    Lindsay
    LindsayJEveryday

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  11. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 04:27

    Love the necklace. I also love getting the email reminder for your link up. Thank you.

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  12. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 05:34

    Thanks for the invite! Wow I'm such a huge accessories person that's why I'm so interested in your linkup today. Accessories bring life to any look!!!


    Rebecca
    www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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  13. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 06:06

    Haha! Troop Beverly Hills! I love it! And now I have the Freddie stuck in my head... ;)

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  14. Taylor Bradford24 July 2013 at 06:20

    I think nails are definitely becoming an accessory. And I can't quote 80s movies all that well, but I love them!! :)

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  15. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 08:51

    hello melanie. i hope you are having a lovely summer. your necklace is great. i love when you find something at the bottom of your purse. i found e50 yesterday i thought i had lost . so i went out and got 3 pairs of shoes , brand new in a sale. all pink aswell. yahooo!!! i could be so lucky, lucky,lucky,....... love lucky lucyx

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  16. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 09:05

    Love that nail polish! And your new necklace is so bright and cheerful :)

    Away From Blue

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  17. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 12:07

    Love the necklace! x

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  18. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 12:42

    The necklace is beautiful. I bet it looks beautiful with a black top/dress.
    I love the socks too, white ones remind me of school x

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  19. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 13:01

    I love statement necklaces. I do consider nails accessories especially how intricate they are.

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  20. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 15:30

    Hey Sweetie, Happy Hump Day Wednesday. I love statement necklaces and yours is adorable, however, I don't wear them often. I do like large rings which is my favorite accessory. Enjoy the rest of the week and thanks for hosting another week.

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  21. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 16:03

    Love that necklace! It can go with anything!

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  22. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 18:33

    Great necklace! Since rings and bracelets irritate me when I'm working, I usually accessorize with necklaces. Thanks for hosting!


    -Jen
    livelovebe-well.com

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  23. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:14

    Statement necklaces are fab for adding some oomph to a plain outfit. And yes, nail art can be a great accessory too - love yours! x

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  24. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:47

    I'm finding myself changing my nails at least once a week now!

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  25. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:47

    Yea I only wear my wedding rings and that's it!

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  26. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:47

    I like how it can jazz up a plain top!

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  27. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:48

    I love big rings too but I don't really wear them any more since I wear my engagement ring/wedding ring now.

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  28. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:49

    I wish I could do some of the crazy stuff I see on Pinterest!

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  29. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:52

    There is a similar one on sale still: http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/jewellery-and-hair-accessories/gold-woven-rainbow-ribbon-chain-necklace-_279679299

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  30. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:52

    Thanks! I love bright jewellery right now :)

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  31. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:52

    Gotta love a wee surprise :)

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  32. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:53

    SOOOO glad it's not just me :) Do the freddie.......

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  33. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:53

    They can totally make or break an outfit!

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  34. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:53

    I'm glad you like the reminder! I never know if it bugs people or not but I know I'd forget if it was me :)

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  35. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:53

    The bigger the better in my book :)

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  36. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:54

    You do have sweet socks :)

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  37. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:54

    Oh wow really? It's one I've heard and said when I don't want to admit to my Troop BH one lol!

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  38. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:54

    White socks are just blah right?

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  39. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:55

    I pretty much always have my tiny skull studs in because if I didn't I'd forget to put in earrings and it would drive me nuts all day!

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  40. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:55

    I'm hoping to use it to jazz up plain coloured tees and dresses

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  41. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:56

    Thanks! I'm so glad I found that credit note :)

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  42. Melaina2524 July 2013 at 19:57

    Phew! Glad it's not just me who classifies it that way :)

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  43. Melaina2525 July 2013 at 07:27

    Troop Beverly Hills is SUCH a classic. I always think of that line, too, actually. But your accessories are super cute, nails included. That necklace is awesome -- so unique! And the socks are really fun. I don't really wear white socks, either, so I'm totally on board with rainbows.

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  44. Melaina2525 July 2013 at 08:48

    Wow I love that ribbon statement necklace from New Look and such a bonus you got it in the sale and with a credit note!! Cute socks as well


    Laura x
    www.sidestreetstyle.com

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  45. Melaina2525 July 2013 at 15:51

    I'm loving that necklace and what a result that it was free pretty much! I may have to link up this week seeing as I'm on holiday, so am wearing pretty clothes :-)

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  46. Melaina2525 July 2013 at 16:01

    I love those socks! Am off to Primark this weekend to see if I can find some for me!

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  47. Melaina2529 July 2013 at 08:43

    Nice necklace! I love doing my nails wether its french manicure or lots of sparkles and coors :-D


    www.sweetcandydreamer.com

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  48. Melaina2531 July 2013 at 17:52

    These glasses are super cute!


    Tiffany Ima
    <a href="stylehonestly.com>Style Honestly</a>

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