ALL IN THE DETAILS: The Golden Rule

Want to know the trick to instantly glam up any outfit? It’s easy, just follow the Golden Rule. Now, it’s not exactly the one that we may all be familiar with. This principle more refers to the act of throwing on an array of gold accessories in order to add some luxe flare to your current ensemble. And trust me guys, it works. This is the quickest way to glitz up any outfit, and it certainly brings truth to the saying, “a little goes a long way.”

Need some visuals? This Fashionista shows us how to rock gold accents the right way. Whether it be the fabulous Michael Kors watch, the braided sandals or the detailing on her tote bag, it’s evident that these small yet stylish touches elevate this outfit from a casual daytime look to one that’s got quite a few a glamorous touches. A sundress on its own is lovely, but a sundress with gold accents? Consider yourself resort ready. Speaking of which, the golden touches for this outfit complement the blue pattern of her dress gorgeously. This look could definitely go from campus to Cancun in an instant. Lastly, my favorite accessory featured would definitely have to be her gold-rimmed Ray-Ban aviators. Sunglasses are some of the most popular accessories for summer, so why not glam things up by rocking a pair with this luxurious touch? You can never go wrong with a little glitz here and there.

How To: Take a simple outfit, such as a plain dress or a white shirt and jeans combo, and throw on a balanced amount of your favorite golden accessories. No need to go all out with them—remember, a little goes a long way! The accessories that are featured in this Fashionista’s outfit are perfect examples of how one can glam up their outfit in an instant, but other pieces that can be used include accessories such as gold bracelets, earrings, rings and so on. Whatever you select, the result will be simple, chic and luxe. It’s a pretty lovely combination for summer, I would say.

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