The Women's Accessories Report

Words By Priscilla Monteiro

This season is all about the accessories. Wardrobe should not go unnoticed without the right accessory. Designers spruced up their looks with belts, gloves, jewels, studs and metal accents and so should you.

Heavily charmed accessories were replaced by geometrical shapes, pearls, lockets, pendants and designer accessory collections are heading towards sophistication and elegance rather than the traditional contemporary street edge.

Belts are more important than ever. Styles are varied, from super wide to super skinny, corset cincers as well as multi buckles. Belt bags will also be transition into fall 2008.  

ARE YOU A BANGLE WHORE?

If you own more than 20 bracelets then you are. The new trend this spring/summer is stacking bangles of different shapes, styles and sizes. 

Vita Snakeskin Bangles $90

French Connection turquoise basket weave Raffia Bangle $28 

French Connection Stackable wooden bangles $44 

The Accessories Checklist

JEWELRY

• Motifs: griffins, Scottie dogs
• Crests and badges/emblems coats of arms 
• Fabric and metal combinations (tweeds, checks, hounds tooth and plaids)
• Pearl ropes
• Scattered tie tack pins
• Chains with tassels
• Layered pendants
• Faux horn and tortoise

  

  BELTS
  Narrow widths emphasize the waistline.
  

  • Skinnies look fresh again
  • Trouser belts
  • Oval and oblong plaques
  • Leather-covered buckles
  • D-ring buckles
  • Belt bags
  • Attached coin purses
  • Toggle closures
  • Braided and woven straps
  • Patent leather
  • Contrast piping and binding
  • Embossed croc, snake & python

 OFF THE CUFF

 Givenchy multi-strand necklace will be a must have for this fall 2008.

The Men's Accessories Report  

Words by Kemol Taylor

Men,  you should incorporate sunglasses to spice up your wardrobe and provide that much needed variety. Take note from top designers’ including Marc Jacobs, Tom Ford, Oliver Goldsmith and more for that perfect fit. Besides, accessories complement your overall “look” so don’t be afraid to take risks and always remember, confidence is the BEST accessory! 

MENS SHOES THAT MATTER

Justin Smooth ostrich boot  $200 

WATCH ME  

Finest in mens sunglasses and watches for you to see and tell time in the best that luxury has to offer:

Marc Jacobs 107s $290  

                 Mosley Tribes Legionnaire $180

Oliver Goldsmith Carl $340

 
Robert Marc RM 564 $395  

 
 Spitfire bearded gent sunglasses $39     

Giorgio Armani GA 438s $250 

Baume & Mercier Tourbillion $75,000

Bulgari Calibro $10,900

Cartier Ballon Bleu $17,300

 Di Grisogono Di Meccanico  $350,000

Hamilton Below Zero Khaki Automatic $1,645

I.W.C. Da Vinci $22,000 
 

Omega Minus 88 Days $22,400

Rolex Perpetual Daytona Cosmograph $30,700