Sartorial Inspiration | Detail Oriented Dressing

It's the most wonderful time of the year- for detail-oriented wardrobes, that is! Dressing in warm layers has not only become a necessity, but the perfect opportunity to really make your outfits more interesting. Lately while getting dressed, I've been really thinking about little details that will add a subtle impact to the rest of a simple outfit. Let's list 'em out, shall we? (Because lists are fun!)

• L A Y E R I N G   B R A C E L E T S  can be done any time of the year, but when wearing long sleeves, it adds almost a cuff-effect.
• S C A R V E S  wrapped not only around your neck, but around your head or purse straps too.
• G L O V E S . There are so many interesting gloves out there this season- there's really no need to stick with simple, solid black or brown. Try twead, detailed leather, or a pair with contrasting colored panels.
• B R O O C H E S . Again, perfect for any time of the year, but I really love the way an interesting brooch looks on the lapel of a jacket. If you're in for it, try grouping together a bunch of 'em!
• S O C K S  have become rather trendy as of late, so why not have fun with it? Patterned socks peeking out from under trousers, contrasting boot socks over patterned tights- the possibilities are pretty endless these days!
• S H O E   L A C E S . This one's a great idea for the guys too. Swap out the laces from a pair of shoes with either a contrasting shoe lace, or a thin ribbon, and even lace.
• C O L L A R S  are also popping up everywhere right now- the kind you can remove and attach to pretty much anything in your wardrobe. Also, try layering thin shirts with pretty collars underneath knits.
• C H A R M   B R A C E L E T S   &   N E C K L A C E S . I've not really gotten too into charm bracelets, but lately I've been seeing some that are worthy of changing my mind. It's like the bracelet has accessories all of its own!
• B U C K L E S   &   B E L T S   are a great way to mix up an outfit. I've accumulated a large collection of them from thrift stores, and really appreciate the diversity they lend to my wardrobe.
• P U R S E S ,   C L U T CH E S ,   &   B A G S  are not to be forgotten! If you're not too into changing purses a lot, you could chose a neutral one with a nice pattern or texture, and it would get a lot of mileage with many outfits.

What about you? How do you focus on the details in your wardrobe?

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Comments

[Frankie]

I've started to pay more attention to the details of my outfits, recently. My collection of belts exploded, and I find that I rarely wear a skirt or dress without a belt now, which drives my boyfriend insane. He just doesn't get why I need to wear a belt if it's not functional.

Even more recently, I've been obsessing over brooches. I have two vintage brooches from when I was about seven and went to a flea market with my mom. One is an owl and the other is a turtle. I rediscovered them and now wear them all the time. I hope to collect more vintage brooches over time.

[Ballad of Seasons]

oh my! I loooooove this post! this clutch with scarf detail is gorgeous! love all the images here!
xoxo, Betül

[Courteney]

You forgot hats! ;)
This is my favourite time of year for dressing too. I love all the subtle ways you can change an outfit with a few different accessories.

[Tawni]

Your blog is really fantastic. Love dropping in to see what's new and your design is fun and fresh!

[Beatrice]

Me encanta la cartera azul, y el detalle del pañuelo hace que la que ya tiene el asa estropeada tenga más usos.
También es original el cuello sobrepuesto de encaje. Da un aire retro a la prenda.

[Rae Veda]

Great post. I love the idea of adding a vintage scarf to the handle of a bag. So cute. xo, rv

http://aneclecticheap.blogspot.com/

[Renee Blankenship]

This is a great post! I love focusing on the little things....such fab ideas!

[Sarah]

Oh my God, that ladder pin is killing me. Love it.

[Kara]

I couldn't agree more! I especially love combining brooches and scarves in the winter. They're great for keeping things put around your neck, and super cute grouped together on a head wrapped scarf. :)

Hugs,
Kara of Fancy That Vintage

[Victoria / Justice Pirate]

goodness now I feel too plain.

[Leney]

Featured a link to this post on my blog today! Hope you don't mind:) I love it!

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<3 Leney