Start with a brooch. Once considered a finishing touch reserved for grandmother’s jewelry box, the brooch is having a fabulous comeback. The modern version is anything but old-fashioned. Pin an oversized crystal brooch to the lapel of a blazer, cluster several smaller ones on a sweater, or use one to add personality to a simple coat. Look for sculptural, floral, vintage-inspired or whimsical designs. The key is to wear it with confidence and perhaps a little irreverence.
Never underestimate a scarf. This season, scarves are doing much more than keeping us warm. Tie a silky scarf around your neck for an instantly polished French-girl effect, or knot one around your waist as a colorful alternative to a belt. You can also wrap a smaller scarf around the handle of your favorite handbag. It’s one of the easiest ways to introduce a new print or color without committing to an entirely new outfit. Bonus: scarves travel beautifully, so they’re an effortless way to refresh your look from desk to dinner.
Add some movement with fringe. Fringe brings an irresistible sense of motion and fun to an outfit. Look for fringe on jackets, skirts, handbags or even shoes. A fringed jacket over a simple knit and tailored trousers instantly feels more fashion-forward, while a fringed bag can give an otherwise classic outfit a little attitude. The secret is restraint: let one fringed piece be the star.