Accessories are often considered as finishing touches to a look. But they can well be the starting point if your canny eye spots the right ones.

The major trends in accessories for the season are...
- Natural stuff jewelry in wood, rattan, straw, shell beads, bangles and bags in natural colours look very chick and compliment navy and black dresses very well.
- Strings of brightly coloured beads, plastic or glass bangles are great for the retro chick look. They can update any kind of florals or printed dresses.
- Silver bangles or silver armlets can deck up your arms and inject a dose of subtle bling.
- Emphasise your waist with a belt that tucks in the inches.
Via telegraph