Accessories—the image of headbands, costume jewelry, barrettes, purses etc. is triggered. Often these items, categorized as accessories, are considered optional, frivolous, and very often unneeded. They are like the dessert on the menu, gently implied, not required, but completely necessary. The accessory is the outfit. Accessories make or break the outfit just like the eyes in a drawing make or break the art. Accessories can portray an attitude and give an outfit personality, or they can be used as a signature look for a designer. For example, Chanel very often used fresh white camellias as her signature accessory. For her, the camellia signified refined elegance.
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
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2 comments:
I agree with that. I like how you introduced a new idea about fashion that gives you a new perspective on it. Keep giving us these great posts!
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Harry
Accessories give an outfit focus. They can make a statement that is juxtaposed to the clothes, creating a visual tension that creates excitement. I am going to think about this next time I get dressed! Thanks for your thought provoking ideas.
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