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4 KEY PIECES TO GLAM UP ANY CASUAL LOOK

Have you ever went through a day where you felt that your casual and comfortable outfit is just a little too “plain”? Did you feel that it is nice and stylish but it doesn’t stand out much? Yet you didn’t want to sacrifice your much-needed day-comfort for something too”out there” or “too much” for the daytime? Well this year the rules are thrown out of the window; glaming up your casual look is a trend and it looks amazing. Whoever said that you can’t match dazzling pieces with simple comfy ones, could not be more wrong. Even I am drawn more and more to glamorous, metallic pieces that I could just incorporate to my casual daily looks, so I can spice them up a bit. These 4 pieces are perfect for those who don’t want to step out of their comfort zone much but they do want to glam up their routine.

The metallic bag

Imagine wearing a pair of your favorite jeans with a jumper and a pair of ankle boots; a pretty plain and simple outfit we all wear in the daytime. Now replace your favorite day bag with a nice metallic colored one; let’s say a silver one. How much different will this outfit look? Instantly it will be transformed. A silver-colored bag will glam it up and catch everyone’s attention. The outfit won’t be plain anymore; it will be more special but not in a tacky way. No matter how much I love this metallic Chloe Drew bag (image2), this beautiful silver ASOS (image1) one is much more affordable and simply stunning.

The metallic shoes

Image: www.neimanmarcus.com — Image2: www.neimanmarcus.com

A touch of metal is the perfect way to glam up a casual outfit. It doesn’t always need to be a bag. Although a bag could be the safest choice for those who don’t like stepping out of their comfort zone, another choice could be the shoes or even the clothes of the look. The shoes are my other favorite option besides the bag. They are more daring and unconventional but the whole result could easily look tacky. However, with the right amount of metal and the right styling, the casual outfit would look more glamorous and you wouldn’t feel like you are in a futuristic movie. I love silver more than gold in an outfit, because it seems closer to white and it is more toned down. Therefore, I would love to add these Topshop loafer style silver flats (image1) to my casual outfit. Their price tag is incredible and they look so pretty. Not that I wouldn’t mind these Yves Saint Laurent pumps (image2) but their out of my reach. Plus I don’t feel comfortable with high heels on day basis. But boy do they look breathtaking!

The embellished skirt

Image: www.asos.com — Image1: www.asos.com

Moving on a little from the metallic accessories, another way to glam up a casual look would be an embellished skirt. It could be embellished with gems, rhinestones, sequins or even studs. Pairing a skirt like that with a nice jumper or a t-shirt and a pair of flats or even sneakers, would result in an unusual everyday look. If the skirt is entirely made of sequins then I suppose it might be a little too much, but a nice pattern with gems, like this gorgeous lavender ASOS skirt (look at the price!) (image1), would look adorable. Or how about this grey Monki jersey skirt with gemstones (image2)? I can picture it with a pair of white sneakers and a jumper already!

The necklace

Lastly, another much simpler way of glaming up a casual look, would be the most obvious: a piece of jewellery. Adding a statement necklace to a plain white jumper, or a t-shirt or even a shirt, would jazz up the look on the spot. It wouldn’t be as dramatic as the previous choices, nor as daring, but it would be eye-catching nonetheless; like this gorgeous From St. Xavier gold necklace (image1), which is simple yet definitely eye-catching. I would love to match it to a cream or navy jumper. Or how about this New Look crystal necklace (image2)? We all know that a crystal necklace is a perfect classy and glamorous addition to any look. This necklace will turn even a simple t-shirt/jeans outfit into a more sophisticated and elegant one.

Adding some sparkle to an otherwise plain, casual outfit is an easy way to change and spice up your dressing routine. Without changing your style much or leaving your comfort zone, with these 4 pieces you can glam up your look and feel more special and dazzling even in the middle of the day. A casual outfit doesn’t mean it has to be plain or boring; it can be fun and interesting. How do you guys glam up your daily casual outfit? I would love to hear from you so don’t forget to pop over my Instagram (@blueberrylover) and Twitter (@vickyinlalaland) and say hi!

Till next time take care dolls 😉 xxx

Vicky

MY FAVORITE EVERYDAY JEWELLERY

Jewellery is an important part of my everyday look. If I leave the house without a ring or two, my earrings or a bracelet, I feel naked. I feel that I don’t “shine”. I love wearing jewellery because I believe that they can completely transform even the simplest and most blunt outfit. Although I have so much jewellery, because I like variety, I have been quite loyal for the last month and I can’t wait to share my most worn pieces with you guys!

RINGS

Shop Dixi rings

Indigo Lune rings

I absolutely love rings; they are my favorite type of jewellery. Even when I don’t wear any earrings or necklaces, I always have at least one ring on my hands. In general I am not a huge fan of gold, therefore, most of my jewellery are either silver or white gold. I just love the silvery metallic look of them. Recently, I placed my first order on Indigo Lune site, which has bohemian style jewellery, and I got two rings I am in love with. Both of them are flower designs; the long one is a lily and the other one a lotus flower. I love long rings that kind of take over your finger. I feel I am a mixture of Goth and rock wearing them. They are quite simple, so it’s easy to match and combine them with others. My other two favorite silver rings are from Shop Dixi. They have gemstones, which is another type of ring I like. A simple ring with a gemstone is so magical and it is just right up my alley. One of the rings has a dark red stone, which is something I didn’t have already, and the other one has a white-grey stone, which is perfect for all year round and matches with everything. I absolutely love all those rings. I do however, wear a couple of gold/rose gold one because I do like gold and especially rose-gold, but mostly I wear my silver ones.

BRACELETS

Swarovski bracelet

I don’t really wear many bracelets, because there are two I never take off because they have special meaning for me. Those two bracelets are gift from my mom from a jewellery store years ago, so I don’t really feel I need to mention them. However, for Christmas my mom got me a wonderful Swarovski bracelet that I had my eye set, and it has become my go-to bracelet lately. Again it has the silver tone and it looks like there are two bangles entwined. The first bangle is just plain with crystals all over the top and the other one looks the same but without the crystals. I love this bracelet because it can be worn on a casual day but also in the night time. It is versatile as the crystals make it look fancy but the other bangle tones it down. Such a pretty bracelet!

EARRINGS

Accessorize earrings

I love wearing earrings and especially studs instead of dangling ones, because I feel they are more discreet and classy. This doesn’t mean I don’t wear longer ones as well; i quite like the bohemian style as well as the old Hollywood glam. However, my go-to earrings are almost always studs and again (surprise, surprise) silver toned. I have about 3-4 pairs I like the most (I have a gazillion pairs in total and all of them fake), but I mostly wear these round hoop studs, because they are not too flashy, but they do have some glam with their tiny rhinestones. They are very simple yet classy, and they match with everything I wear because they are not too bold. They are from Accessorize, and I got them on sale last year. So cheap yet it doesn’t really show.

I absolutely love wearing jewellery; they transform and complete any look. From earrings to rings, I love the subtle and classy looking items that basically showcase my personality. I am a fan of the silver tones, the rhinestones (not too many or too few) and the gemstones. My jewellery express me; they are simple and elegant yet not too flashy or bulky. All these puppies mentioned above accompany my daily outfits and I really love them. Which is your favorite piece of jewellery? Post a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #myfavjewell and I will like it! Also don’t forget to pop over my Twitter (@vickyinlalaland) and Instagram (@blueberrylover) and say hi!

Till next time take care dolls 😉 xxx

Vicky