5 Accessories To Update Your Spring Wardrobe

Most of us have probably had this conundrum: You look over your wardrobe, and you still love your clothes to bits, but somehow things look a little outdated. Maybe your classics are looking bland these days, your basics a little too basic. You'd love to put together an au courant outfit, but you can't justify buying more clothes or tons of new stuff.

So what do you do? One solution is to buy a few key accessories that instantly add on-trend impact to the clothes you already own. Here's my top 5 list of the accessories most likely to achieve this effect. If you really love one of these, you can buy multiple versions (I'm severely addicted to big rings), but having one of each will suffice too.

1. Oxford or jazz flats. I didn't like this look when it first became trendy because these androgynous lace-up flats resembled the jazz shoes I stopped wearing for salsa dancing, but they're beginning to grow on me. Substitute them for the ballet flats you already own and pair with straight-cut or skinny jeans and leggings. These Steven 'Jezebell' jazz shoes ($100) are a basic option that will go with almost everything.



2. Crossbody bag. There's an air of sporty insousiance about crossbody bags. They're just big enough to stow the essentials, there's no strap slipping off your shoulder, they stay put nicely, and they leave your hands free. Perfect for impulsive spring/summer adventures! While you can go with a neutral colour for this piece for maximum versatility, I'm drawn to this turquoise 'Kristen' crossbody bag ($158) from Coach. There's something so mesmerizing about that shade of robin's egg blue.



3. Cuff bracelet. Show off slim wrists, and make the most of 3/4 sleeve tops and rolled-up boyfriend blazer sleeves, with an eyecatching cuff bracelet. If you're like me and your wrists are too small to wear normal cuffs, try a wraparound cuff, or a chunky elasticized bracelet like this stud ribbed elastic bracelet ($7.80) from Forever 21.



4. Cocktail ring. The next time you're running out the door in a neutral ensemble, slip on a ring. Go on, just try it, even if you're heading to work or meeting friends for coffee. Somehow having that extra bling on your hand makes you feel more chic and stylish. H&M, Aldo, and F21 are all good sources for a cheap thrill cocktail ring such as this faux diamond waves ring ($4.80).



5. Statement bib necklace. Plain white tees, high-necked sheath dresses, tank tops, LBDs, silky shells and blouses--these are all items in your wardrobe right now that could be jazzed up with a statement bib necklace! Options are endless, but I'm partial to chiffon and floral details such as the ones in the 'Estridge' necklace ($15.98) from Spring Shoes. (I have the one in black.)



Do you ever have that "a closet full of clothes and nothing I want to wear" feeling? What are your essential accessories for spring?

17 comments

  1. That was a great post!I'll make sure I'll bookmark it and use the tips for my spring shopping.
    I'm going through that phase now, I'm bored of everything!

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  2. That's definitely great advice - rather than spend too much on actual clothing that may go out of date, buying a few key accessories is a smarter move. Thankfully I have those items on your list, so I'm all sorted ;-) I also recommend investing in silk scarves and statement belts.

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  3. I LOVE that bib necklace. And a gorgeous cocktail ring like that...you can't go wrong. You can go from office to a night out by slipping it on to your finger! I'm not sure I can rock those jazz shoes, though. My calves are pretty thick for that! LOL!

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  4. So true! A quick accessory fix can make old clothes feel new again. And these are some marvelously on-trend picks for spring.

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  5. I will be dreaming about that Coach bag. It is SO gorgeous!

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  6. Great post! I never leave home without a cocktail ring!

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  7. Yes to cross body bags. That one is so pretty, love the colour!!

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  8. sweet, looks like I've got it all except the bib, I haven't found one I really 'need' yet. The cuff bracelets in the mail on their way to me and I also picked up tis wild art deco one at the thrift.

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  9. Got them all except for the necklace. I think I like the black one you have better. It's a great deal!

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  10. wow-- I love every single one of the items you posted here.

    I've been considering a pair of oxfords for a while but I'm on the same boat with the androgynous thing... I just don't know if I can pull it off. I saw a girlier pair in Spain last summer that I didn't pick up and have been regretting it ever since.

    That bag from Coach is such a pretty colour! I'm not really a big Coach fan but this bag may just make me change my mind...

    and that statement necklace! Cannot believe it is from spring shoes!!


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  11. Nooooooooooooooo! I wore jazz shoes in high school. NEVER AGAIN!

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  12. Well, I can't wrap my head around the idea of things on my wrists anymore - I spent too much time on the computer for work now - but crossbody bags are definitely on my spring wardrobe list. I got a cute little yellow bag last spring that I'm planning to wear to death, but I wouldn't mind snapping up a second crossbody bag - perhaps in kelly green or turquoise.

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  13. I'm not very good with accessories, I own loads but wear none a lot of times.. Just can't get out of the simply stick an item of clothing on approach. I purchased a bow ring and a clip with a cute bow though which I use as a brooch sometimes...

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  14. i love that cross body bag! the colour is awesome!

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  15. Good picks for wardrobe up dates! Great post!

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  16. I love cocktail rings and I agree with you that Forever XXI is a great place to buy them since they are usually under $10.

    I have been seeing the jazz shoes everywhere, I just don't know if I can pull it off. I will have to try it on to see.

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