https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/looking-for-some-help-accessory-shopping---ie-planning-to-take-the-plunge Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:23:13 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/looking-for-some-help-accessory-shopping---ie-planning-to-take-the-plunge#post-1033101 Wed, 18 Sep 2013 17:03:41 +0000 Elly 1033101@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Earlier this week I started a thread talking about being inspired by Angie's classic ensembles and capsules lately. My style is fairly classic, with a heavy rugged menswear element (cowboy and james dean rather than tuxes and officers) and I like to incorporate a few ethnic pieces. </p> <p>The thread was centered on how important toppers and accessories are to creating simple, purposeful/intentional looks. </p> <p>I am afraid of purchasing accessories and not having them work together well to create that "style". So, I've largely put off purchasing watches, bags, scarves, belts, and even shoes!</p> <p>I've decided that this season that I am going to take the plunge.</p> <p>I'm asking for YLFs help for some shopping links or ideas for me. I want to create a cohesive look to add to tees and jeans, and plan on purchasing a few new tops and sweaters once winter hits in my area. </p> <p>I do occasionally wear specs, and they are a strong frame, black and purple with a bit of silver on the front. When I am not wearing those, I wear contacts and usually have a pair of white gold and diamond studs inherited from my dear departed grandma in my ears. So, I figured silver-toned metals would probably be a good starting place, although I have jewelry in both and am not picky about bag hardware and belt buckles (unless I should be?) </p> <p>I'm looking for a:<br />1) Mid-size crossbody bag, zip closure-- brown leather, orange or red, maybe black with the right distressing or hardware-- under $200 if possible<br />2) Jeans belt, probably brown leather-- maybe a second in a color or pattern or black-- okay with more or less studding/hardware <br />3) Scarves-- probably two that could be worn indoors and out, maybe plaid, maybe something southwestern or nature-inspired, combining black, navy, mid to dark greys, olive and forest greens, red, burgundy, ivory, orange, ect-- any or all of those colors<br />4) a silver-toned bf style watch-- also under $200 if possible</p> <p>I could really use help making sure pieces go together. </p>