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TVNZ stylists Michiko Hylands and Clifton Piper - Source: ONE News
Many an ardent follower of fashion actually prefers to start with the accessories first and then work the clothes around to suit.
Celebrity stylist to the stars, Rachel Zoe is "bananas" (i.e. "crazy for") accessories (or "excessories" in Zoe-speak).
Rachel states in her book: "Style A to ZOE The Art of Fashion, Beauty, & Everything Glamour": "Never leave accessories as an afterthought. Along with a great smile, they can make or break a look. And they always speak to your personal style."
"Accessories can tell a lot about your state of mind. The eyes might be the window to the soul, but the jewellery, shoes, belt, and handbag reveal where we are - or where we'd like to be."
"&even more than clothes, accessories allow you to nurture your inner fashion chameleon" and make you "that much closer to fabulous".
Rachael Zoe believes "safe" looks are boring and encourages us to all go for "the wow factor".
"There is nothing fun, interesting or glamourous in playing it subtle. Don't be afraid of statement pieces. When it comes to styling my clients or myself, I always aim for something that elicits a "Wow".
Just like Rachel, Style Blog are also perpetually in search of "to-die-for" accessories.
Here's our fantasy wish-list for this spring (thanks to the amazing Net-a-Porter online shopping heaven.
Whether you can afford to splurge or not, at least it's free to dream!
Ciao for now!
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