This is our starting outfit:
Shoes are critical, and I thought that a simple ballet flat would be pretty with the swing and movement of the black skirt.
A small-ish bag is my next accessory choice. I’m particularly smitten with that octagonal bag…
I love earrings, so they’re next! While I’m not usually a big fan of “matchy-matchy” accessories, I think there’s some wisdom to purchasing the earrings that were manufactured in the same batch as your necklace; you know that they’re the same overall mood and color. You don’t have to EVER wear them at the same time!
While the top scarf isn’t a solid, it’s subtle enough to be worn in most places where you’d wear a solid. You’ll be surprised how often a scarf like this is just the touch needed to pull things together.
For this wardrobe, if you found a turquoise and/or coral watch that you loved, it wouldn’t be the worst idea. But I’ve opted for more neutral watches this time… I have a reason!
bottom watch – Anne Klein
THIS is why I was sort of conservative in my choice of watches – I had some over the top bracelets in mind… (you know that something really caught my eye if I’m linking to HSN!!!)
I couldn’t get through summer without a pair of sandals; the black sandals with this outfit “ground” the black tee shirt.
In order to balance out the larger earrings we bought, as well as the outrageously “statement” bracelets, I think some small, classic earrings are in order. Unless you want to make another statement – it’s your wardrobe!
Another solid scarf, although a patterned one wouldn’t go amiss in this wardrobe, with this particular ensemble, it would be a tricky coordinating job!
As always, I like to include canvas shoes of some ilk; some of these aren’t as “athletic-y” as they might be.
I love the idea of a bright tote bag, especially in the warm weather when it’s less likely to get “slushed.”
When you have colors in your wardrobe that are challenging to match, don’t forget the option of metallics for your leather goods. As much as I would have really liked turquoise sandals here, by the time I found 3 pair in the right shade, without 5 inch heels, that didn’t cost $1,000 a pair, the summer would be over…
And for what it’s worth, if you like that first pair of sandals, they’re available in 17 colors; I think Nordstrom has carried them for YEARS… that’s a pretty timeless classic, I’d say!
Another piece of amazing jewelry – this is the kind of thing you can do when most of your clothing is classic, solid-colored and simple.
Sunglasses must ALWAYS be included in your accessory wardrobe. While jewelry and scarves are just for prettiness, sunglasses are actually a necessary functional thing you should wear in any kind of bright outdoor conditions!
Couldn’t you see this for a vacation trip to a destination with warm sunny days and cool evenings? A northern beach vacation, maybe…
love,
Janice
Outfit #11 (and #14 as well) just scream Côte d'Azur. And that's a good thing.
Great choices for the accessories !
Love, love, love #11 !
That dragon bracelet — SWOON!!
It's a work of art! And sold out!
Love the coral necklaces and the turquoise tote bag! By the way, I found a lovely coral and turquoise necklace in the Gumps catalogue; it added a few beads in lime green which would be a fun color to add to this grouping. There was a great black jacket with stylized flowers on the same page that had those colors, and well, they are now in my summer wardrobe. Both fit well with this grouping I am using as my base. Thank you, thank you again!!
Apparently that Jack Rogers sandal was a favorite of Jackie Kennedy, even during the WH years, so it goes back a long way. I guess it could be considered a classic! Unfortunately like most of the shoes you show that I love, they don't come in an extra wide width which is what I need.
Hello Janice,
I've read your blog, almost daily, for months, and have rarely if ever commented. I love the pops of color against the black on this post! Would you consider putting together a blog post with spring attire in Black, Hot Pink, and Lime Green? Secondary colors could be grey and/or white. Thank you!!
I love, love, love how you accessorize these!
That first bracelet! Wowsers! Sold out, but be still my beating heart. I'm more indigo or navy blue than turquoise but a little substitution and I'd pack the whole closet into my travel bag.
Pinned. Love it.
I haven't seen Clark's flats recommended here for a long time: I have apair of these Freckle Ice (http://www.clarks.co.uk/s/freckle%20ice) – mine are black – and I find them very comfortable.
And while I was trying to find that lin, I also noticed these, which I thought were rather striking – but I haven't tried them myself: http://www.clarks.co.uk/p/26114663.
I love so much about this. I'm off on a 7 night Alaskan cruise in 2 months, so I'm searching for ideas. I won't need shorts, but this is a great jumping point.