Been there, done it, bought the wrong jewellery. Online jewellery shop Makoosh shares five top tips when it comes to accessorising your outfit and avoid blinging hell…

How many times have you seen a great outfit ruined by jewellery blunders? It’s happens time and time again – a fabulous dress, a delightful handbag and divine shoes are totally overshadowed by the wrong jewellery. Admit it – you’re probably guilty of committing the cardinal sin yourself.

Be the envy of all your friends, satisfy your inner diva and bring your outfits to life with the right jewellery by following the five easy jewellery rules.

Makoosh online jewellery rule one – watch the neckline

Clash of the necklines is an easy mistake to make. It can wreck an outfit and leave you feeling fidgety all day. Solve major jewellery dilemmas with the following recommendations from online jewellery shop Makoosh:
 
• Chokers and collar necklaces go perfectly with strapless and off-the shoulder dresses – never wear them with a fussy neckline or collars, you’re just asking for trouble. An elegant choker necklace is a winner for Makoosh sophistication.

• Medium-length necklaces are the most versatile and can be worn with nearly every type of neckline, apart from very high collars. A pretty Anna Lou pendant is always a winner when teamed with a plunging V-neck.

• Longer-length necklaces are best worn with high necklines. When teamed with more daring necklines they will fight for attention and your look will be ruined.

• Statement necklaces are ideal to draw the eye and take attention away from areas of imperfection. Shine like a star with a bright yellow diamante pendant necklace or charm your friends with a cute sparkly pink bow pendant necklace (both by Anna Lou of London).

• Medallions are left well alone. Just. Don’t. Go. There. Ever.

Experiment and decide what works best for you; if in doubt go for an earrings and bracelet combo instead.

Makoosh online jewellery rule two – tame the ring mania

The knuckle-duster look is so not a good look and best left to the bad boys of rock and rap. Avoid loading up your fingers and instead have fun with one cool and beautiful cocktail dress ring (by Pistachio). You can never go wrong with an understated and modern designer ring that can and should be worn at any time.

Makoosh online jewellery rule three - remember your age

Okay not a fun subject, but you’d better watch that you don’t add years to your look by wearing aging jewellery. Avoid the mutton look and always consider your age and body type. If you have a wrinkly neck steer clear of choker necklaces – the longer necklace will be much more flattering. Have fun and experiment with the trendy jewellery from Makoosh, but always remember to look at the bigger picture and check that you get the balance right.

Makoosh online jewellery rule four – one at a time

It’s an age-old rule, but one that’s often forgotten – only wear one dramatic piece of jewellery at a time. Make a statement with bold designer earrings, especially when worn with a strapless dress, but leave the necklace firmly in your drawer. Try Anna Lou funky red cherry earrings or sleek silver dove drop earrings – both are bold enough to wear alone. Alternatively wear your heart for all to see and go for an Anna Lou show-stopping black sparkly heart pendant necklace.

Follow these rules and you’ll never look like a Christmas tree again!
 
Makoosh online jewellery rule five – do mix and match

If you can’t decide between silver and gold it’s okay to combine them – but think carefully about it first. Anna Lou chunky gold chain bracelet is a sassy choice and features a gold and silver plated chain weaving through. Designed pieces like this can really look the part, but never combine a silver necklace with a gold bracelet – it’s just tacky and confusing.

Similarly, don’t try and match all your jewellery to your outfit; a big fashion no-no. Matching a pink dress with pink earrings, bracelet and necklace will scream lobster rather than looker. 

But remember some rules are meant to be broken and like anything it is trial and error. But keep at it and you’re destined to become a Makoosh style success.

Relevant links

Makoosh website

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