Accessories Inventory: Gaps

I mentioned a few accessory gaps when I did my wardrobe gaps post, so I’ll try to make this one a bit more focused.  These are some areas where I feel I’m really lacking in the accessories realm.

Hats (in general)

1920’s Cloche  $65 (Bonnie’s Knitting)

I only own two non-knit hats.  I need more of all kinds.  Of course, I have to figure out what styles will work best with my hair.  I’ve always loved cloches, so I’d like to give them a try.

Statement Rings

Elephant Adjustable Button Ring  $8 (ShopKim)

As I’ve mentioned before, I’m seriously lacking in the ring department.  I’d love to remedy this by adding some fun and sassy statement rings that I could use as accents in outfits.

Green, blue or purple shoes

Friends Sharon  $145 (Fluevog)

In the shoe realm, I’ve got red, orange, yellow, black and brown taken care of.  But I don’t have a single pair of green, blue or purple dress shoes.  This must change.

A Circle Scarf

Circle Scarf  $28  (American Apparel)

I own a lot of scarves, but I don’t have any in jersey, and none that are a circle/cowl style.  I really love American Apparel’s version, especially in tri-evergreen and purple.

Headbands

Four Silver Leaves Hand-beaded Headband  $30  (QuirkyBeauty)

I really love headbands.  They look fantastic with my hairstyle, and I don’t have anywhere near as many as I would like.

Etsy Love: Headbands v 2.0

While I’ve mentioned one or two headbands in some previous Etsy Love posts, it’s come to my attention that I’ve never actually had a post solely dedicated to headbands.  This has to change, because most headbands in brick and mortar stores seem to be either too cheaply made, or severely over-priced.  Here’s a set of some lovely items I’d love to get my hands on.

Spring Bouquet Headband  $24

Plume and Bloom

Coral Floral Headband  $14

Bebecha

Topknot Headband in Lemon Buzz  $13

Foliage

Lady Amherst Feather Headband  $20

LovMely Accessories

Bow Headband in Japanese Linen Fabric  $12.86

Fall In Style

Accessories Inventory: Analyzing what you have

Shoes: 23 total (get another view here)

Looking at this image, I’m actually surprised at how few pairs of shoes I have.  I’m pretty set in the casual department, mostly from inheriting about five pairs of Chuck Taylors when my boyfriend realized he was wearing the wrong size (which just happened to be mine).  I’m doing pretty good with sandals, largely from my Dansko wedge spree this summer.  I’d like to get some more boots.  I need ballet flat, and more pumps in colors other than black.  Really, I need more color in general, specifically green, blue and purple.

Purses: 12

I think I’m doing pretty good in this department, but there’s always room for more.  I’d like to have a broader color spectrum, a brown leather purse and a nice leather clutch or two.

Bracelets: 17

Honestly, I think this is the one area I’m basically satisfied with.  In general, I wear my silver bangles or silver cuff most days, and I have a pretty good selection of colorful bangles as well.  I guess a tennis bracelet with amethysts would be nice.

Scarves: 19   Brooches: 5

I’m doing pretty good for scarves, but I’d love to have more solids and a few cozy jersey scarves.  Specifically an American Apparel Circle Scarf.

As far as brooches go, I just need more in general, but I’m finding myself particularly drawn to flower brooches.

(Note: Winter scarves aren’t included here)

Necklaces: 17   Headbands: 2 (Not counting fabric headbands)

I’m doing pretty well in necklaces, but I think this is an area that I would love to grow in.  I love how necklaces can completely transform an outfit.  My main focuses right now are chunky stone necklaces and statement necklaces, since I have so few.  And headbands – well, I just need to get a ton of more headbands in general, because they look awesome with my new hair.

Earrings: 17   Rings: 3

Up until recently, I was a simple studs and hoops girl when it came to earrings.  But with my new hair cut, I’ve realized that longer earrings look great as well.  I want to add more in this area, and maybe experiement with color.  As far as rings, I really don’t wear rings very often.  But I’d love to get a few statement/cocktail rings to add occasional accents.

Belts: 11

I’m pretty happy with my belts, but there’s always room for more.  Again, I’d like more color.  I could use a good black waist-cinching belt.  And I want to get an Invisibelt to wear with trousers.

Hats: 2

Well, I think it can be said that I’m not much of a hat person.  I really like my hair, so I prefer not to wear anything that obstructs it.  Still, I think it would be good to have a few cloches and newsboy hats.  I’d love to buy one of Audi’s.

(Note: Winter berets and beanies weren’t included.  There’ll be a winter accessories post once it gets cold here)

So that’s the state of my accessories.  In general, I would like more color and more variety.  Overall, I’m satisfied with my collection, but as I said before, there’s always room for more.

Accessories Inventory: The Raw Numbers

My Accessories Spread

I thoroughly enjoyed my wardrobe inventory, and it seems that many of you did too.  I’ve decided to go ahead and do a similar inventory of my accessories. I don’t think there will be quite as much purging here though.  Since accessories take up much less space than clothes, it’s possible to have a lot more, and it isn’t as bad when something doesn’t get worn constantly.  I love using accessories to add a special touch to an outfit, so for the most part, I like to have them in as many varieties as possible.  That being said, if something has been sitting in your jewelry box for years without being worn, it needs to go.  If it has sentimental value, then store it someplace safe.

This first post is just focusing on raw numbers.  In future posts, I’ll go into more analysis of what I have and what I need.  I’ll also talk a bit about the importance of keeping your accessories organized and out where you can see them.

Here’s the math:

• Scarves:19
• Hats: 2
• Headbands: 2 (not counting generic fabric headbands)
• Belts (waist-cinching): 9
• Belts (trouser): 2
• Purses: 12
• Shoes: 23
• Necklaces: 17
• Bracelets: 17
• Earrings: 15
• Brooches: 5
• Rings: 3