Accessories to Get Excited About

It all started at the Washingtonian Magazine Style Setters event. First, I noticed that a lot of girls had on super fabulous statement necklaces, the most fabulous of which was the one on Megan Pollard. I was a bit intimidated to approach her about her fab necklace, but I needn't have been. Not only was she super sweet and flattered that I loved her necklace so much, but I discovered that she is a mother of two and a partner in Events In The City, a special events planning and design firm in the Washington, DC metropolitan area (see picture below). Very impressive!

Megan Pollard of Events In The City, Necklace by BaubleBar

Other fab accessories on the Style Setters of Washington? Interesting clutches (I should have gotten a picture of the one that said I Love Lebanon!) and vintage-look earrings also made a significant appearance. It was a little early for fur stoles and Saint Laurent Paris inspired floppy hats, but I'm sure these other faves of mine will make an appearance as the season wears on!

Here are some of my favorite (and pretty reasonably priced, I might say!) accessories for Fall 2013.

Statement Necklaces

Adia Kibur Pink Galactic Gem Bib, $85

BaubleBar Fire Opal Collar, $36

Kate Spade Microfacet Bib Necklace, $198

J. Crew Geometric Floral Necklace, $165

J.Crew Spiky Rope Necklace, $128

I borrowed a pair of vintage earrings from a friend for a wedding over Labor Day. I could not believe how many compliments I got on them! Me, I never have luck finding good "real" vintage earrings. After a crazy search for my wedding, I gave up when I found the perfect pair of "vintage-look" earrings at J. Crew. Now that is my first stop for this sort of thing!

Vintage-Inspired Earrings

BaubleBar Jet Marquee Triad Studs, $18

J.Crew Crystal Shimmer Earrings, $58

Lulu Frost for J.Crew North Star Earrings, $118

I am so hankering for a new, fun clutch! I think it will have to be Kate Spade, based on how many of her clutches I have pinned lately!

Interesting Clutches

Kate Spade Cinema City Samira, $298

Kate Spade Saturday Half-Circle Clutch in Leather, $130

Dune Black Feather Clutch Bag, $110

Forever 21 Structured Faux Leather Clutch, $24.80

Moyna Tribal Beaded Clutch, $146.06

ASOS Zip Top Clutch Bag in Rose and Check, $42.19

I'm obsessed with super cool head bands after finding a spectacular green feathered one for the aforementioned wedding. It really dresses up basic maternity black! Now why didn't I wear that to the Style Setters event? This is what happens when you try to get dressed in 10 minutes while feeding the baby dinner...

Headbands and Hair Accessories

Forever 21 Sparkling Beaded Headband, $10.80

Rock and Rose Iona Halo Headband, $81

Sugarpova Pony, $28

I purchased a faux fur collar a few season ago and have worn it to death. Over a coat, a cardigan, a sweater, a dress...The fur collar doubles the look of everything you own. I MUST have the pink ASOS one below as my pastel accessory this season! 

Faux Fur Collars

Blanche in the Brambles Cream Faux Fur Collar, $143

ASOS Faux Fur Lapel Collar, $40.50

ASOS Faux Fur Lapel Collar, $40.50

And finally, the floppy hat. This accessory will make you feel like a cool Parisian, I promise!

Wide-Brimmed Hats

Gucci Wool-Felt Wide Brimmed Hat, $525

Nasty Gal Chelsea Wool Hat, $40

The Best Layering Accessory for Spring

Blazers are THE best layering accessory for spring. With bright colors and new playful patterns, these structured jackets are no longer just for the office. This spring’s blazers are perfect for any occasion. Wear a pastel moto jacket with a lacy spring dress or rock a boyfriend blazer with floral skinny jeans. As another stylist friend of mine recently reminded me, we all look waaay skinnier and more put together in a blazer. I'm wearing my favorite Theory blazer as I write this!
Any way you wear it, you’re sure to look amazing!

Floral jackets make the cutest spring statement pieces!

Tibi Daisies Jacket, $595

Roseanna Iggy Floral Oversized Jacket, $595

Rag & Bone Bailey Floral Print Jacket, $345.50

H&M Patterned Fitted Blazer, $49.95

Haute Hippie Dropped Lapel Blazer, $495

Wear bright colors, like these blazers, with softer tones in the same color family for a look that's totally on trend.

Forever21 Open-Front Blazer, $29.80

 Elizabeth and James Crepe Heather Blazer, $297

Sherbet colors go with almost anything, adding the perfect feminine touch to an outfit.

J.Crew Schoolboy Blazer in Linen, $175

Gibson Collarless Linen Blazer, $59.90

Who knew leather could look so polished? Whether you choose leather accents or full-on metallic, you can't go wrong.

Theory Yaisa Leather Sleeve Blazer, $495

Pierre Balmain Fitted Leather Blazer, $1,725

 Vince Leather Shawl Collar Jacket, $995

Tweed made a return this season in styles that range from preppy perfection to totally glam! Which style of tweed do you like?

Rebecca Taylor Tweed Jacket, $395

H&M Blazer with Glittery Threads, $59.95

These motorcycle jackets range from leather to denim to fleece so that you can choose the style that best suits your style.

alice + olivia Leather Moto Jacket, $898

 Tibi Denim Biker Jacket, $375

Paul & Joe Sister Pompon Jacket, $295

Chaser Fleece Moto Jacket, $128