The festive season is well and truly upon us, so your diary for this month will be full of work parties, get-togethers with friends, and whatever family plans you have for Christmas Day. While the coming weeks are bound to be a lot of fun, working out what to wear can also be quite stressful. But, knowing which accessories will look great with your outfit can make things much easier.
That's why, to help you out, we've put together this guide to changing up your Christmas looks with jewellery. Read on to learn how you can ensure all of your festive outfits have just the right amount of sparkle this December.
Opt for one statement piece
If you really want to make a statement with a sparkly but sophisticated look, now is certainly the time to do it. But, to prevent your ensemble from being a bit much, we would recommend sticking to one statement piece. You can always match your pièce de résistance with some smaller accessories, but try to resist piling on the bold necklaces, glitzy bangles, and cocktail rings. One eye-catching piece will help you to look suitably festive, but still chic and stylish.
Don't be afraid to pick a theme and stick to it
If you would like to wear multiple pieces of jewellery but aren't quite sure how to create a cohesive look with them, one of the best ways to do this is by picking a particular theme and sticking to it. For example, you could choose a few accessories that have hearts, stars, or the same types of stones on them. This will take a lot of the guess work out of deciding which pieces of jewellery are going to work well together.
Experiment with mixing metals
In the past, mixing metals was thought to be a huge fashion faux pas, but times have changed, and now every A-list star and Instagram influencer is doing it. But there are rules to getting it right.
Firstly, we would only recommend having fun with mixing metals if the rest of your outfit is relatively understated, otherwise you'll run the risk of your look appearing too busy. So, if you're dusting off your favourite sequinned or patterned dress, it's best to keep things simple. But, if you're opting for a little black dress or some jeans and a nice top, combining gold, silver, and rose gold jewellery is a great way to add some extra interest.
You also need to ensure that your jewellery ensemble is balanced. You don't want to look like you were going for an all silver look but accidentally threw a gold necklace or ring into the mix. So, be mindful of the split of metals, and try to keep it even. It's also a good idea to keep your metal mixing going with all of your jewellery so, if you're wearing contrasting necklaces, try to do the same with your bracelets or rings too.
Match your necklace to your neckline
One way you can ensure your outfit looks properly thought out is by matching the style of your necklace to the neckline of your top or dress. For example, if you're going to be wearing a crew neck, a statement collar necklace will do the best job of adding some glitz and glamour to your outfit. A pendant with a long chain will typically work best with a plunging neckline and can also look great with a roll- or mock-neck top. Finally, a mid-length necklace will look fantastic with a strapless dress or sweetheart neckline, and one with a sparkly pendant will ensure your ensemble really stands out, too.
Make things easy with a gift set
If you're not very confident with picking out pieces of jewellery that will work well together, why not treat yourself to a gift set that takes all of the guess work out of the process? Many jewellery brands offer sets that include everything from a matching necklace and earrings to a bracelet that comes complete with on-trend charms. So, take advantage of this to make getting dressed for the festive season much easier on yourself.
Here at Gift and Wrap, we stock a wide range of necklaces, bracelets, rings, and earrings that are ideal for adding some extra glitz and glamour to your looks this festive season. And, by taking these tips on board, you can ensure you pick out pieces that will help you look your best at your next Christmas party or dinner.