If you’ve hopped around my blog long enough and follow me on twitter, you’ll know that I have an accessory obsession. Yes, I also love clothes and need and want a lot of things, but when it comes to shoes, bangles, headbands and rings, I’m on a whole different level. Accessorizing is what makes fashion fun. It adds the finishing touch to an outfit, and is an outlet for you to express your personal style. Two girls can wear the same clothes, but it’s how you accessorize it that makes it your own!

If Fashion Week means anything at all, it’s obvious that the accessory of the season is the bangle. Put away the dainty chains and delicate embellishments. Fashionistas, designers, and fashion bloggers are having a bangle overhaul — they’re going big and bold. So are you ready for some badass arm swag this season? Be prepared to pile your bangles high, mix and match styles and patterns and be bold and daring.

{ Totally Tribal }

Colorful Zig Zag; Colorful Zig Zag 2; Zig Zag Enamel Cuff; Pyramid Style hinge cuff; Cupchain Multi Stretch; Geometric stretch; Bead Embellished cuff

One of the biggest accessory trends this year, as well as in fashion as a whole, is going tribal. Designers have gone gaga over ethnic prints, traditional materials, and lashings of beading… so look out for tribal motifs and designs on bangles, and above all, bead work! I love the beaded pieces from the New Look 2012 bangles collection. The multi-color combination paired with intricate beading creates a style that’s bold, fun and guaranteed to make your summer outfit pop.

{ Au Naturale }

Pieces Green Stone Cuff; Resin and Wood Bangle; Green Snake Stripe Bangle; Desert Stripe Bangle Pack; Multi Beaded Bracelet; Colorful half wood bangles

Tying in with tribal is a move towards more natural materials. Think beading, natural gem stones, cork detailing, rope and um, oodles of wood. Yup, I said oodles. Chunky wooden bangles were dotted all over the fashion week catwalk, and I love them because of their versatility — they go with just about anything, adding an earthy, Bohemian vibe. Donna Karan made a statement with her extensive wooden bangle collection for Spring. And while not everyone’s okay with breaking the bank for a trend, you’ll look just as good seeking out some high street alternatives.

{ Color Crazy }

Neon Bangle Pack; Neon Pink and Gold Bangles; Multicolor bead bracelet; Mutlicolor bead bracelets 2; Bright Wrapped Bracelets; Neon Bead Bangle Set; Pastel Enamel Bangles; Cut Out Neon Cuff

Color blocking, neons, and punchy pastels brightened up the catwalk for spring. This year is definitely color-forward, and the trend has crossed over into accessories including jewelry, bags and shoes. Pick up on the trend and go bold this season with colour statements that add pops of fun to your outfits.

{ Pile ‘em High }

Multicolor Thread Wrapped Bangle Set; Enamel Lace Cuff; Ring and Bead Bracelet; Beaded Charm Bracelet; Armour Bangle; Multi Bright Color Stretch Bracelets; Chunky Stone Stretch Bracelet

If there’s one thing bangles are not this year, it’s subtle. No matter where we look, accessories are oversized, chunky, and demand attention. Take some inspiration fresh off the catwalks – mix and match bangles of different colors, sizes, patterns and layer them to create your own look. Do it, and take a step back. How do you look? Pretty freakin’ awesome I bet. That’s some major arm swag.

What’s your favorite bangle trend this season?

XO,

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Every shopping mall, every online store and almost every woman’s closet contains a complete collection of clothes, shoes, bags, and accessories found in every size, material, style and color! But… what if you don’t own a shopping mall? What if you’re not one of these women? What if you don’t know how to shop? And what if you just can’t invest the time and money?

You don’t have to own a mound of things to be stylish, look fabulous or feel feminine, and you definitely don’t need to be an excessive shopaholic {like me} to be downright girly. But what you should know is that there are things that every woman should own…

…Things that are essential to our well-being; things that are necessary for survival and things that supply the air we breathe. These are must haves. These, are the top 10 things that every girly girl should own. You simply cannot live without them {nor should you}, so don’t try to.

Starting at #10,
……..from my closet to yours.

. . . . .

{#TEN}: Cuffs

Thicker. Tighter. Trendier. And far from Typical.

The cuff never fails to make a bold statement and adds definition and flair to your personal style. Wearing a cuff can make a mundane outfit edgier or a casual outfit more glamorous, more feminine. Cuffs come in all different materials -– silver, gold, platinum, ebony, plastic, leather, wood -– and can be complimented with stones, diamonds, studs and color. Trust me, there’s one for everybunny. Mix them with bangles, wear multiples on one arm or wear one on each.

And then ladies, take him away.

{ Cuffs by Kara Ross }

XO Bunnie.