Accessorizing: How You Should Be Doing It

When the word 'accessorizing' is brought up, many men cringe and immediately leave the conversation, while women chat about the importance of accessories to an outfit - but this is a major problem.

Accessorizing is not limited to one gender. In fact, both men and women should be adding accessories to their outfits for numerous reasons. Not only do accessories add character to your outfit of choice, but they can keep you looking sharp without overdoing it.

Necklaces

Wearing a necklace, male or female, says a lot about who you are and how you like to dress. For women, a necklace can add a nice splash of color or shimmer to an outfit, that can be considered 'boring' or suitable for work.

While a large necklace can be too distracting, a necklace that holds a pendant on the end of it can also a sultry and sexy look to a woman, giving her onlookers something to look at without going overboard or feeling like you're showing off too much skin.

For men, a small chain or gold necklace can speak volumes about you. It can also allow you to say that jewelry isn't made just for women. There are many jewelry stores that have an exciting line of necklaces for men that are in no way feminine.

Belts

A belt should almost be a necessity to any outfit. For men and women, it doesn't matter if your pants fit correctly or not. A belt is can add a touch of flair to any outfit, especially if it is personalized in any way.

Belts are a great way to keep your pants tight to your body, so there is no concern of baring any bottom without your knowledge. For women, adding a belt that is a brighter color than the rest of your outfit can keep you looking snazzy without making you look desperate for attention.

For men, a personalized belt can help you send a message. Personalized belts can include something with your name on it, or even just a simple design that gives you something to show off without requiring you to slap a label to your shirt or a lame phrase. When you're out for a night on the town, sending a message through your t-shirt isn't always the best way to share your personality, but a carved leather belt can be just what you need.

Hats

Wearing a hat is suitable in many weather conditions, so there isn't a time during the year when you can't get away with wearing a hat.

For women, hats can be a quick fix to a bad hair day, but still keep you looking elegant for a long day ahead of you. Hats are also a way to keep your hair safe from bad weather, and keep the sun out of your eyes so you're not squinting the day away.

Men can get away with wearing a hat any time of the year as well - and they don't have to use bad hair as an excuse. Instead of constantly wearing the old baseball cap, though, exploring other hat options can spice up your outfit and keep you looking fresh. A beanie or a Fedora can add a nice touch to a pair of jeans and a polo shirt.

While women often do love to accessorize, it hasn't quite earned its reputation with the opposite gender. If you allow yourself to move away from the stereotype that accessories are only for women, you can open the door to the fresh, new, look that you may be searching for.