How To Style Your Wrist Wear

By Alexia Gonzalez on October 21, 2014

No stylish ensemble is complete without the accents provided by a few fabulous accessories.

A girl’s wrist can tell you her style story in an instant. One can assume that an arm dripping in fringed wristlets belongs to a girl who likes to live on the edge, while a wrist daintily adorned with a sleek watch and a thin crystal band is someone who prefers to keep things simple.

It’s those small details which come together to transform the components of an outfit into a cohesive entity.

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One of the best ways to finish off a look is by adding a few pieces of chic wrist wear. Stack on your arm candy or keep things minimal with a few stand out pieces to add dimension and texture to even the most basic of get ups.

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Regardless of your preferred fashion aesthetic, stacking on wrist wear will always add an edge to your ensemble and an extra dose of trendiness.

You don’t need to spend an arm (and a leg) to successfully master the perfect accessorization. Have fun mixing costume jewelry with high-end pieces and different textures, metallics, shapes, and colors in order to craft a stylishly dynamic appearance.

Here are some tips on how to properly mix your arm candy in order to finish off any outfit.

Classic

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Start by choosing a thick watch to function as the centerpiece of your arm wear and build up around that. You don’t need to purchase an expensive watch to achieve this look; many of your favorite retailers sell stylish replicas of designer time pieces.

Stick to one consistent hue of metal throughout your chosen wrist wear. If you prefer gold to silver, elect a gold watch and match the rest of your bracelets to that or vice versa.

To break up the metallic elements, add pops of color with some fabricated bangles for added dimension.

Boho Chic

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Start with a wide metal cuff for a dose of artistry and craftsmanship. A bohemian look usually works best with silver, copper, or bronze metals. Throw in a geometrical bracelet with shapes such as triangles or squares for an intriguing appeal.

For the free spirited, a tasseled beaded bracelet creates an exotic allure with spiritual undertones, while a colored friendship bracelet adds a world traveler vibe.

Top this look off with a detailed bracelet that would seem like an item discovered in an open-air bazaar or marketplace.

Edgy

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Think studs, chains, and lots of hardware (and more studs). Create a contrast between the feminine and rebellious by pairing sparkly studs with leather cuffs or double wrap bracelets.

Don’t be afraid to mix silver accents with darker metals and play around with texture and fabrics. Bring out your wild side with daring pops of gaudy spikes or animal print.

Try chain links or metal bracelets reminiscent of handcuffs to exude a tough girl vibe.

Girly Girl 

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Start by slipping on feminine understated pieces that are small in size but high in sparkle factor to add some subtle shininess. Dainty colors such as pastels, whites and pinks play up your femininity, as well as light colored pieces with hints of rose gold.

Balance out delicate pieces with larger stones or ornamentation for some eye catching allure. Finish your arm off with a thick leather or wrap bracelet embellished with romantic details such as charms or pendants.

Minimalistic 

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Looking stylish with your accessories isn’t always about quantity. A minimalistic approach in jewelry (and most anything in fashion) is sometimes the most chic route to traverse.

When it comes to wrist wear, a few good bracelets can make practically any look appear that much more elegant.

Choose your stack wisely and begin with the focal point of your wrist wear, which can be a bold faced watch or an intricate piece. Slip on a metal cuff to maintain a streamlined appearance.

A dainty chain link bracelet creates sensible femininity and adds detail to your sleek look. Top it all off with a thin bangle with little or no ornamentation.

Statement Arm 

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For certain occasions, such as a formal event or when trying to accessorize an already detailed look, it’s best to use a few attention grabbing statement pieces rather than an entire arm adorned with bracelets.

In situations such as these, it’s best to keep things simple yet dramatic by removing those smaller accent pieces and opting for more extravagant flair.

Start with something that is bright, flashy, chunky and takes up a lot of space on your wrist. Build up around that piece with thick high impact metal or chain link bracelets.

Finish off your arm party with crystal studded or gemstone embedded jewels to create the perfect balance of sparkle and style.

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