Accessories Overload

Hi, my name is Ty and I may have a slight problem. I may or may not be an accessories junkie. I can never seem to have enough statement (and dainty) necklaces, rings, earrings, and bracelets. Let's not forget my growing collection of hats, scarves, and brooches. I love them all…vintage and modern styles. I like to mix and match textures and prints and I don't follow any fashion rules (I don't even know what those are!). My accessories icon would have to be Iris Apfel, her collection is ahh-mazing! She wears what she wants, from high-end pieces to flea market finds. Some of my favorite pieces came from the monthly antique market just outside of Atlanta, GA, and I LOVE a good sale.

When I travel, I try to purchase at least one item to add to my collection. From silk scarves in Milan to chunky necklaces and bracelets in Paris, to vintage pieces from New York. I don't buy on impulse; a piece has to truly be a standout for me to bring it home with me. Enjoy a few pieces from my collection below! What are your can't-live-without accessories?

Today's lesson: Forget the rules! Wear what you like.

J. Crew statement earrings and cuff, David Yurman ring, Rebecca Minkoff bag

Club Monaco fingerless gloves (past season), Bracelets: (silver-Banana Republic, gold-Stella & Dot)

Layered statement necklaces (silver-gifted from a friend, stones-custom)

Packing for a trip

Scarves: oversized-H&M, square-vintage, Frames: Maryll (from France)

Silk scarf from a holiday in Bellagio, Italy

Scarves turned into turbans for those bad hair days, Frames: Super

Scarf: Zara

Brooch: vintage, gifted from a friend

Long statement necklace (worn doubled): vintage

Brooches: all vintage (antique market finds), as seen in this post

Layered statement necklaces: jewels-Anthropologie, fabric-purchased at a street fair in Kuwait

Bracelet: vintage, antique market, Rings: Club Monaco (past season), Bag: Zac, Zac Posen

Hat: BCBG (also seen here)

Scarf: vintage, Frames: Super, Ring: Lucas Jack, London

Slightly Obsessed...

I'll admit, I have a slight obsession with other people's glasses. If I see a stylish pair, I just HAVE to try them on. Of course, when I get older and actually need them, I won't want to wear them. 

Top: H&M, Cardigan: Forever 21, Layered necklaces: vintage, Watch: Michael Kors, Bracelet: Alex and Ani

 Dress: H&M, Earrings: Stella & Dot

Skirt: vintage (last seen here), Dress worn as top: American Apparel, Belt: vintage

Top: American Apparel, Pants: H&M, Belt: vintage

Turban

I'm becoming quite creative at disguising the need for a haircut…

Dress: a Marshall's find, Shirt: American Eagle (short sleeve version here), Brooches: vintage, Scarf (worn as turban): old, Ring: Stella and Dot, Bracelets: gifted, Sunnies: thrift store find.

Photos by @cme3000

Ready for Spring

The cutest springtime print on a full mini, paired with a simple black turtleneck and cat eye sunnies. 

Skirt: H&M (old, but similar style here), Turtleneck dress (worn as top): American Apparel, Belt, Ring, and Bracelets: vintage, Watch: Michael Kors, Sunnies: thrift store find.

From My Collection...

With all this crazy weather we've been having, shooting for my blog has been "limited." I thought I'd share a few of my favorite (vintage) things with you to give you an inside look at my personal style (which changes almost daily). Back to my regular shooting this weekend!

Vintage brooches and clip earrings. Bracelet and earrings set last seen here. 

The loveliest mirror compact given to me for my birthday.

A statement vintage cuff bought at an antique market. Love it here.

THE BEST high-waist pencil skirt restyled from a vintage floor-length gown.

My favorite 1950s party dress. 

Crop top

An all black look is anything but basic with a crop top, satin trousers, and a vintage brooch. 

Sweater: American Apparel, Pants: Club Monaco (last seen here), Brooch: vintage, Sunnies: Michael Kors (similar here), Watch: Michael Kors, Bracelet: Stella and Dot, Lips: MAC "Ruby Woo" and "Russian Red."

Photos by Scoobie West 

Minimalist

A simple pencil skirt and a perfectly tucked tee can go a long way…

Tee: Club Monaco (old), Skirt: American Apparel, Shoes: Diba (last seen here), Sunnies: Michael Kors, Jewelry: (vintage) from my mom, Lips: MAC "Ruby Woo" and "Russian Red," "Currant" liner.

Photos by Scoobie West

70s Maxi

I love a standout print…especially on a 1970s maxi. 

Dress: vintage, Boots: Nine West (similar here), Watch: Michael Kors, Gold Bracelet: Stella & Dot, Cuff: Banana Republic (old), Ring: (vintage) Club Monaco flagship store, Necklace: from my collection (seen here as a watch).

Photos by Scoobie West 

Long cardigan

The best part about this vintage sweater dress? It doubles as a long cardigan when left open. Oh, and the gold embroidery adds a little sparkle and shine. 

Sweater dress: vintage, Tee: Club Monaco (similar here), Denim: American Eagle (similar here), Shoes: Nine West (old), Belt: (vintage) Etienne Aigner, Sunnies: Michael Kors (I also love these), Watch: Michael Kors, Bracelet: gifted from a friend, Ring: (vintage) Club Monaco flagship store, Nails: OPI "Russian Navy"

Top it off

I BEGGED my mom for this hat for nearly five years.  She finally gave in and shipped it to me for Christmas. I think it will go nicely with my growing collection. Now, if I can just get her to send me a few more…

Hat: (thanks mom!), Shirt: (vintage) Express (similar here), Pants: The Limited (old, but similar here), Necklace: last seen here, Ring: Anthropologie (last seen here), Bracelet: Stella & Dot, Watch: Michael Kors, Sunnies: Gucci ℅ Scoobie West (similar for women, here), Lips: MAC "Divine Choice" mixed with "Currant" lip pencil. 

Photos courtesy of Scoobie West