How To: Mix & Match Accessories

• Jewelry, bag charms and shoes—these are just a few of the accessories to play around with when styling your next outfit.
• From matching hardware to contrasting bold colors, there are plenty of ways to style and restyle all those small details throughout your outfit.
• Here’s how to mix and match accessories with your go-to bag for a put together look.

The styling process is about more than just sorting through your closet for a top and a pair of pants that goes. A huge chunk of the fun is in the little things: the accessories. Mixing and matching all those small details—from your handbag’s chain accents all the way down to the buttons on your denim jacket—is a creative way to express your personal style for a curated look that’s uniquely yours.

But if you’re looking for a good place to start, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite techniques for mixing and matching and accessories throughout your entire outfit.

Shoes

It’s almost impossible not to feel effortlessly put together when you’re sporting the perfect matching bag-shoe duo. For effortless, everyday style, pair a slouchy straw shoulder bag (like the Brooklyn) with straw sandals that slip right on. Or choose a pairing in a matching pattern like Signature Jacquard—you can’t go wrong with a refined shoulder bag (like the Tabby) and a pair of Mary Janes in the same signature style.

Jewelry

A bag with chain-link accents naturally pairs well with jewelry—just match your favorite earrings, necklaces or bracelets to your bag’s hardware for a cohesive, put together look. But if you don’t want to choose between gold and silver jewelry, you don’t have to. Instead, attach a bag charm or strap in a finish that contrasts your bag’s hardware. With both brass and silver features dangling on your bag, no piece of jewelry will ever be off limits (so long as you’re bringing your style companion along for the ride).

Bag Charms, Chains & Straps

Neutral-toned bags are popular for a reason. They go with everything—and that includes all your favorite bag charms. Pair your white, brown or black bag with a bold charm or strap that adds a splash of color to your entire outfit. It’s a way to switch up your everyday style with just one simple accessory.

Clothing Hardware

It’s the little details that make all the difference. Matching your bag’s chain detailing or signature ‘C’ hardware with buttons, buckles and clasps throughout your clothing is a simple yet effective way to take your entire outfit to the next level. Let all the hardware throughout your outfit shine by choosing a bag in a muted shade that won’t steal the show. All those glimmering details will take center stage.