Dressy tresses
Published: Saturday | December 20, 2008



Randy Bowman, Staff Reporter
There is a diverse line of hair accessories tailor-made for all occasions - wedding, dinner party or work. Ranging from wood to crystal, aqua to lavender, hair bling will make you dazzle on the razzle, and turn heads day and night.
Shop around hard enough and you'll find gorgeous pins, chic ponytail holders, elegant clamps, classy headbands and more.
So, Rapunzels, whether you're letting your hair down or doing a pin-up, it's about time you add some glamour to those lovely tresses. And, with the exquisite line of hair accessories in the stores these days, you could not have more to do for your locks.
For formal events, accessories adorned with precious stones are eye candy. Stones usually create a pattern such as a bouquet, wreath or are simply studs grouped together. A rose on a pin can also make a bold statement. For hair in graceful updos, it's not rocket science - you can just stick 'em in. Or if you decide to wear your hair down, let a clip add some sparkle while at the same time keeping hair behind your ears.
At the office, you need not bring too much attention to your head, so the simpler, the better. But that does not mean boring. Show off your face with a bandeau or headband - nothing overly fancy - preferably plain. Small jewelled hair clips are fine as well. Keeping in mind, two is better than too many. Clamps and ponytail holders are also quite convenient as they securely hold hair in place for women on the run.
Bring out your bold side
When chilling at less formal events, like a barbecue or Sunday brunch, there's lots of room to experiment. Bring out your bold side: play with the colours, textures and patterns of your headbands, ponytail holders, clamps, bandeaux, snap clips, barrettes and hair sticks. The only rule is don't wear them all at once unless you're an official circus act.
So what you waiting for? Vamp up your beauty chest and make your mane the main attention.
When purchasing new accessories, consider whether items will complement other wardrobe and what style options you can adopt. Don't become a slave to seasonal must-haves. Keep the following tips in mind when playing with your new look.
1. It's okay to mix silver and gold.
2. Stay within a certain colour family when accessorising.
3. Most important, keep it simple, chic and feminine.
4. Adorn your uniqueness. Look fabulous with fashion accessories!
Marion Chamberlain is founder of MMC Style (http://www.mmcstyle.com), an Internet store for European fashion accessories sourced from unique and highly talented small design shops in Europe. The online store offers high-quality European fashion jewellery and leather handbags to those women who want to be unique. MMC Style (http://www.mmcstyle.com) European fashion accessories are truly unique and can't be found in department or chain stores.
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