Whether you're going for an interview, a date or attending an evening party, a boring outfit should never be an option. Looking good not only boosts your confidence, but it also shapes other people's attitudes toward you. Fortunately, the fashion world presents numerous simple accessories that can transform your outfit from dull to dashing. However, you have to be careful when accessorizing. You need to choose accessories that complement rather than compete with your outfit. In this article, we discuss basic accessorizing tips;

Colors

The first rule to proper accessorizing entails paying attention to colors. Gone are the days when people would match their clothes' colors with their accessories. You cannot afford to wear blue shoes, just because your shirt and bag are blue. Matching today means rocking colors that don't clash. For instance, black blends very well with anything but most bright colors need careful selection of accessories. If your outfit has a popping color like orange, yellow or pink, tone it down with neutrally colored accessories. It all narrows down to balancing neutrals and flashing colors.

Jewelry

Never walk out of the house with a bare wrist or neck. Bracelets, watches and necklaces are not just mere accessories. They are statement pieces, which also modify your posture if worn right. A long, thin neck chain, for instance, makes you look taller and slimmer while a round and broad neck piece gives you a puffy look.

In addition, different materials pass different statements. Bronze and copper jewelry has a rustic feel while gold and diamond are perceived as classy. Beaded jewelry, on the other hand tends to portray sentimentalism and appreciation for indigenous cultures.

In a nutshell, invest in jewelry that matches your personality and body type. You may also consider adorning signature pieces, which match with different outfits.

Scarves

Scarves have never been out of fashion. This is probably because of their functional purpose. They are normally used to shield one from cold but they can do more than that. A nicely patterned scarf, for instance, can break the monotony in an all-black outfit. Scarves not only add detail to an outfit but they also add texture, especially if they're woven.

If the season is cold and you can't afford to wear your cold metallic jewelry, a scarf is an excellent addition on your neck regardless of the occasion.

Bags, shoes and belts

These are the most essential accessories, and they possess the ability to make or break a look. They can either work as accent pieces or muted complementary accessories. If your outfit is dull (dark colors like black or navy blue) always go for shoes that pop. However, don't over accessorize with a flashy bag accompanied by a screaming shoe color. Stick to one accent piece and allow the others to blend in.

Blazers

Blazers should be a must-have in everyone's closet. Picture this; you have a party to attend on a Friday evening but first, you have to be at work the entire day. You definitely don't have time to change after work and you can't attend the party in official clothes, what do you do? The answer is simple. Just hide your party wear under a blazer. Blazers bring an official look to casual outfits. In addition, colored blazers add a coveted pop to any boring outfit. Just remember to pair up the colors appropriately as discussed above.

Conclusively, accessorizing is a game of colors, textures and shapes, Most importantly however, a properly accessorized outfit should boost your confidence, If you don't feel this way then reconsider your look. Never step out of the house if you don't feel good about yourself. Instead play around with available accessories and see which ones look and feel good.