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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: Summer accessories https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:26:16 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Jules on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267993 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 17:51:12 +0000 Jules 2267993@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Those raffia earrings are cute! I have two new pairs of chunky earrings by a local maker, in my summer palette: <a href="https://instagram.com/summitandskye?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=" rel="nofollow">https://instagram.com/summitan.....MyMTA2M2Y=</a> Minaminu on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267967 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 11:05:45 +0000 Minaminu 2267967@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Zaeobi, I can see wooden accessories working very well with your autumn palette. Silver sandals are my go-to so I understand the appeal for the golden ones! Joy, glad to see that bookending footwear and jewellery is one of your summer tricks! your outfits are always very polished :) Staysfit, abalone is a beautiful stone! I use mother of pearl or moonstone which have a similar light (in a way). Coral is also a beautiful colour for summer and I am keen to add some accents, maybe with a bangle. As my linen capsule wardrobe is now almost complete, I can slowly build up the summer accessories as you did. KKards, yes to hat/hair accessories and summer shawl! Over the last couple of days, the temperature dropped by almost 12-15 degrees so a shawl is a must around here! I like your uniqlo hat!  I have a straw hat which I use with hot weather. Angie, what a glamourous and colourful handbags collection you have! love all the colours, can imagine it will be an easy mix and match with  your wardrobe. Pearl earrings are my go-to but I feel like I am struck in a root with pearl jewellery, it's become a safety blanket and I need to shake up things a bit.  Sal, I've only started using sunglasses on a regular basis recently and I'm kicking myself for not having it done sooner!  Irina, linen scarves are super for the summer! Linen is such a great underrated material and I love how soft it becomes with time! Jaime, I imagine that part of the collection that you built is preloved, do you have any tips to look for them? I guess it's a question of being patience and a bit of luck but so far I am not having any luck. Jaime on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267948 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 01:01:24 +0000 Jaime 2267948@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ All my favorites have been mentioned: hats, sunglasses, earrings, and bags. Shoes are not technically an accessory but also can add interest too.  Irina on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267939 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 23:51:41 +0000 Irina 2267939@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I wear more my delicate necklaces, they are not getting much use in the colder months with their turtlenecks and woolly scarves. <div>Linen scarves and canvas shoppers are my other favorite summer accessories. </div> Sal on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267935 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 22:24:20 +0000 Sal 2267935@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Hats and glasses for me. A good pair of sunglasses is a constant. Angie on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267873 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 14:33:40 +0000 Angie 2267873@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Handbags! And I love them to co-ordinate with shoes at least half the time too.  As for jewellery - I stick to my white pearl necklaces, rings, and bracelets! Plus white and gold Apple watch. And for eyewear, it's white vintage 1960s sunnies all the way (with prescription lenses). They are pearlized too. And my specs....so I can see kkards on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267859 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 13:34:43 +0000 kkards 2267859@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes to hats. I usually look at gear and gear adjacent stores, because i require form and function in my hats.  Currently loving this lightweight and washable one from Uniqlo  Yes to hair accessories, and double yes to Etsy as a place to find really good ones. I’ve bought some great barrettes and headbands.  And because i hate being cold, for me, lightweight wool shawls and over sized scarves that i can throw over my shoulders to protect myself from the AC Staysfit on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267847 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 12:12:35 +0000 Staysfit 2267847@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Minaminu, I agree with suggestions for jewelry with summer themes and colors.  I like abalone because it’s iridescent, I also like to wear turquoise stones and fresh water pearls which have a nice shape and texture.  In summer, the other materials I think of for accessories include leather, water resistant wood, colorful embroidery threads, braids, fringe, tassels,  and macrame.  Coral stones might be a good choice for you since they are warm toned…not sure if they are expensive since I have never looked.  I also think patterned woven cloth or quilted handbags are fun for summer. <div> </div><div>I personally love bangles and find they are a great item in the summer.  Not everyone likes them because they can be noisy; maybe a single cuff would be better. I also found some barrette’s with colorful stones that are fun for summer.  </div><div> </div><div>Sandals, sunglasses, hats, and woven totes remind me of summer.  My favorite hat is a baseball cap followed by a wide floppy brim hat. I have a wide assortment of colorful baseball caps to coordinate with my summer outfits.   I purchased an Eric Javits fake straw handbag a 3-4 years ago and it remains a summer favorite.  </div><div> </div><div>I have slowly collected my summer accessories.  In addition to shopping online and in person at places like Nordstrom, Saks, Macy’s, Kohls, BR, and other local shops,  I love local street fairs and art fairs where I find earrings, necklaces, cloth handbags, and all manner of accessories.  Sometimes I find them on Etsy.  Sometimes I buy something when I travel.  Many have been gifts or left to me by family members. </div><div> </div><div> </div> Anonymous on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267837 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 11:28:07 +0000 Anonymous 2267837@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Earrings are something I always watch for at craft fairs and a variety of colorful summer weight scarves is a good idea. I like to match scarves and/or earrings with footwear or the prints that are favorites. A new favorite is friendship bracelets in colors. Zaeobi on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267832 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 09:28:27 +0000 Zaeobi 2267832@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Sandals are a good point that others have raised already - since I'm fairly hard on mine (May till October, worn without socks), they're a good place to experiment since they don't last very long anyway lol. I find my metallic gold shoes in general to be the most versatile anyway. Zaeobi on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267831 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 09:24:40 +0000 Zaeobi 2267831@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Sunglasses just scream 'summer' to me - I have a pair of gold mirrored aviators that are probably a bit 'much' (as others have told me lol), but I love them because they act as 'functional' jewellery in the hot months. There's no need to worry about hot metal touching skin or jangling around everywhere. Same as with my circle hair clips (one in gold from J Crew, the other in batik fabric from Malaysia). The other actual jewellery I used to wear tended to be wooden for this reason, but I seem to be wearing less of it these days - I have a pair of thick wood hoops that get in the way of my face mask. I wanted to buy a wooden ring but think it would get in the way of hand washing too... even my bangles I only wear as a single so they don't clack annoyingly against one another Sorry if that wasn't much help lol, as you can see I also struggle with this... Minaminu on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267822 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 08:23:05 +0000 Minaminu 2267822@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Chewyspaghetti, Etsy is a treasure throve for accessories! Thanks for the reminder!!! Runcarla, lovely picture of you with that hat, I like how the blue ribbon of the hat ties in with the scarf /top! Lana, a straw bag is perfect for summer!!! Love the colour combinations in that bag and can imagine you'll have plenty of outfits with it. We only have spells of summer here, so a straw bag would be an extravagant purchase as I wouldn't be able to use it very often. Cat2, summer boho is such a strong look! I admire the people who can pull it off Stagiaire Fash, hair accessories are inexpensive but they make such difference! LJP turquoise is such a gorgeous summer colour! I'll check Anthro as they are currently doing a sale. Jenni NZ, of course shoes count! Bookending the shoes with the earring is something that I'd like to try this summer. Rachylou, glad I am not the only one keeping a summer shawl!!! Sloper, do you have different sizes of cotton scarves or would you recommend bandana or neckerchiefs for the hot weather? Bonnie, sandals are fab! Like the extra colours that you are planning to get! Brooklyn, necklaces and bangles can often be seen in your outfits and you master very well the proportion and colour combo! Bijou, I had a look at Martha Jean, they have some beautiful pieces indeed. The bracelet is gorgeous and I am sure you have plenty of fond memories of your child as a baby/toddler! Bijou on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267817 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 06:27:41 +0000 Bijou 2267817@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Minaminu, I mainly add interest to my summer outfits with sunglasses, scarves, shoes and handbags. With jewellery, I am a bit lazy and tend to go back to the same pieces. However when I think to make an effort, I do have some lovely pieces from a company call Martha Jean <a rel="nofollow" href="https://marthajean.com.au/">Martha Jean</a>, that are relatively inexpensive. For more dressy pieces, I like Swarovski and they do have good sale items. I also have this resin bracelet by Dinosaur Designs. It was expensive, but it is a forever piece and was bought when my son was a baby and I needed super robust jewellery with those small grabby hands. With all those colours, it seems to go with everything! <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.dinosaurdesigns.com.au/">Dinosaur Designs | Australian Designer Resin Homewares & Jewellery</a> Brooklyn on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267807 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 04:55:00 +0000 Brooklyn 2267807@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Necklaces and bangles. Bangles look so nice on bare arms. Big fan of Etsy. Bonnie on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267803 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 04:12:51 +0000 Bonnie 2267803@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Sandals are my favorite accessory. I have white, black, and teal sandals and would like to add another pair in red, pale blue, or blush. Sloper on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267802 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 02:57:41 +0000 Sloper 2267802@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Lightweight cotton scarves to cover my neck.  I’ve always had luck at Target.  Or a bandanna or neckerchief. rachylou on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267800 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 02:18:53 +0000 rachylou 2267800@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Hats and sunglasses Oh and a summer shawl! Jenni NZ on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267797 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 01:53:22 +0000 Jenni NZ 2267797@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Do SHOES count as accessories? I like to match my shoes to my earrings. That adds interest, in my mind. I would like shoes in every colour if I weren’t too sensible for that… LJP on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267794 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 23:30:19 +0000 LJP 2267794@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love turquoise stones in the summer . Plus multi coloured stretch tile bracelets from Anthro ( and Etsy ) . I’m LOVING Jenny Bird’s new summer collection and intend to order some drop multi coloured earrings . Stagiaire Fash on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267793 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 23:09:29 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2267793@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Interesting hair accessories cool you off by getting hair off your neck and look good too. I look everywhere—craft fairs, weekly markets, drug stores, whatever. cat2 on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267792 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 23:00:13 +0000 cat2 2267792@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ An ancient pair of silver earrings from India add a touch of boho. Lana on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267785 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 22:46:31 +0000 Lana 2267785@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I second Etsy, and I saw some really pretty earrings made with colored raffia at Chicos today.  <div> <div>I like to tie a scarf to my bag to add some color or pattern, and it’s also useful in the air conditioning if needed. Since it’s so hot here I really don’t want to wear a necklace, but I can tolerate bracelets and earrings.  I just bought a straw bag with lots of ocean colors. </div></div> Carla on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267784 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 22:45:16 +0000 Carla 2267784@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I’m into hats ‘cause I’m outside a lot and they provide sun protection :-) chewyspaghetti on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267779 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 22:18:52 +0000 chewyspaghetti 2267779@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love Etsy for earrings! It helps to narrow things down if you search by a color, material, or style, shape, etc. Minaminu on "Summer accessories" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-accessories-1#post-2267774 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 21:19:34 +0000 Minaminu 2267774@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ We are having a bit of a heatwave here and I've been looking for some accessories  to add some colour and variety. What's your favourite summer accessory and where do you look for interesting pieces? In my case, I have been looking for some summery earrings with little luck, so any recommendations would be much appreciated :)