Welcome to May’s edition of Ageless Style. The first Tuesday of every month ten over 40 bloggers present a different style theme and show a myriad of ways to wear it, all the while proving you can still be fashionable and on trend over 40 and beyond. This month I was charged with picking our theme and after tossing around a few ideas, I landed on must have spring and summer accessories. Accessories can make or break an outfit, but I’m guessing that’s nothing you don’t already know.
I’ve been traveling the last week and a half and before I left home, I packed up my favorite spring and summer accessories to bring along. These are my go to pieces. The ones I find myself wearing over and over. Do you have those?
These 3 necklaces, I wear year after year. The stone ones I also have a black stone one, which is equally loved but just didn’t make the trip. The wood tassel livens up any outfit and is so lightweight. (it’s also fun to play with the tassel…LOL)
I make no secret about my obsession with Nickel & Suede earrings. Seriously, if you haven’t tried these yet, DO IT. The blush pair is the earring of the month and on sale for $18. These earrings are so light you don’t even know you’re wearing them, unless you’re in the wind?. I’ve learned not to wear them when we go into San Francisco because they whip around like a flag. I wear the medium and think they are the perfect size.
I’m laughing as I type this because I didn’t even realize all of these are Kendra Scott except for the acrylic earrings. The hot pink pendant was my very first Kendra Scott piece and started my collection. I’ve slowly added to it for the past few years, particularly during October. You can purchase any piece for 50% off during your birthday month. Who doesn’t love 50% off? The tassel pendant was one of those pieces that I wasn’t sure how much wear it would get, and it turns out it goes with so many of my blouses. I love it and I love it when that happens.
These bracelets were another birthday month gift to myself. I always know just what to get myself. HAHAHA! They can be worn together, separately and stacked with others. For me they’re great because they are adjustable and I have a hard time finding bracelets small enough. #freakishlysmallwrists The tassel earrings were completely out of my wheel house, but I kept seeing them and loving them and finally had to have them. These babies get complimented every time they leave the house. They are also surprisingly lightweight and look especially cute with plaid and gingham.
Talking about accessories is like pulling at a thread. Where do I stop? I could talk about this cute little purse or this bag that are perfect for spring and summer. I also have to talk about the resin & rattan rage. Both of these are really on trend, and I’m seeing them everywhere. The resin pair I have are super light and I’ve heard the rattan earrings are too. Amazon has an amazing selection of sets of statement earrings that are super affordable and, I’ve rounded a bunch up for you.
We are thrilled to have Jo-Lynne Shane joining us as our guest blogger this month. Many of you are likely already reading Jo-Lynn’s blog, but on the off chance you’re not, you can find it here.
Find Jo-Lynne on these social media channels.
Jo-Lynn’s blog || Instagram || Facebook || Twitter || Pinterest
Daenel ~ Living outside the stacks blog, instagram, pinterest, twitter
Debbie ~ Fashion Fairy Dust bloglovin, blog, instagram, pinterest, facebook, twitter
Jennie ~ A Pocketful of Polka Dots blog, instagram, facebook, pinterest, twitter, bloglovin
Jodie ~ Jodie’s Touch of Style blog, facebook, instagram, pinterest, bloglovin, twitter
Jonet ~ Fabulously Chic Over 50 blog, facebook, , instagram, pinterest, twitter
Kellyann ~ This Blonde’s Shopping Bag blog, instagram, bloglovin, twitter
Lisa ~ Coast to Coast blog, facebook, instagram, twitter, pinterest
Paula ~ Dimples on my What blog, facebook, pinterest, instagram, twitter
Shelly ~ The Queen in Between blog, instagram, bloglovin, pinterest, facebook
Shugunna ~ Nzuri N* Simplicity blog, instagram, pinterest
We hope you’ll link up with us and share your ageless style.
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I have such a boring earring collection- I need some of these in my life!
Love all of your accessories- Kendra Scott is my go to all year long!
She has such great pieces and customer service. XO
I also have a slight obsession with Nickel and Suede earrings!!!
They are the best! Right?! XO
Great job with the accessories! I love them all. So now I see there’s another thing we have in common – I too enjoy buying myself a birthday present – I am never disappointed! Ha!!! I am already scheming what KS piece I’ll pick out next month!
xo,
Kellyann
LOL! We are so good to ourselves. Love you girl!!! XO
You have some FAB accessories! I never miss taking advantage of the Kendra Scott birthday discount. It’s the best. I just wish they would do it for Mother’s Day or just onnnnne more time during the year! Ha!
Did you know you can take your husband in during his birthday month and take advantage of it. YAY! Thanks Gina! XO
You are an accessory girl after my own heart, Lisa!!
Especially those colorful tassel earrings…..not that I need another pair, but I need those. LOL!!
XOOX
Jodie
Truer words never spoken, Jodie! We do share a love of accessories. Of course you need the colorful tassel earrings. #imanenabler XO
I have such a boring earring collection- I need some of these in my life!
Hi Deena! You should just go for it and order some on Amazon. So much bang for your buck!!! XO
You have so many cute accessories! I love your tassel necklaces. Amazon has been a great place to find earrings this year! I got some acrylic earrings and am loving them so much I want more! You can’t beat the prices either!
Thanks Laura! You are so right about Amazon. I need to order some fun earrings from them. XO
So many fun accessories! And score snagging Jo Lynne!
Thanks Shelly! I was thrilled she agreed to join us! XO
Kendra Scott really seems to have hit a design sweet spot for a lot of us, hasn’t she? I didn’t know rattan earrings were a “thing”, may have to check those out!
She sure has! I still remember the first time I saw one of her pendants. XO
You have such a great earring and necklace collection! I seem to remember the KS birthday discount after my birthday month. I really need to set a reminder on my calendar! Love your KS tassel necklace!
Jill – Doused in Pink
Thanks Jill! Oh yes, you don’t want to miss 50% off. You can also take your husband in during his birthday month and take advantage of it. YAY!
You assesorize very well, love your collection of necklaces and earrings.
Thank you so much Shugunna. So happy you’ve joined our group! XO
You wear Nickel & Suede earrings so well and you do have a nice collection. I have really small wrists too and I’ve been eying those Kendra Scott bracelets, good to know that you like them!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
Thanks Carrie! Yes, these work well. The wide isn’t as flexible as the two smaller ones, but still works. A great 1/2 price item?
This post made me smile, Lisa! You brought your A-game with the accessories with most of them being my own personal favorites!
YAY!!! Thanks Laura! We share a love for a lot of the same pieces and that makes me happy! XO
Lovely accessories! I am now trying to make some myself!
Oh that’s fun, Nancy! I’ve done that in the past too. Good luck! XO
I’m loving all of your accessories…like every one. Send them on over! You’re beautiful Lisa and the camera loves you! 😉
Chrissy, you are just the sweetest and I can’t tell you what your kind words mean. Thanks friend! XO
Oh, I am loving some of those earrings. Love the big earring trend.
x, Julie | ThisMainLineLife.com
Me too Julie! I’m addicted. Happy Monday! XO
Tassel earrings are so funky. I have a couple of pairs that I really need to wear, but I keep grabbing my N&S earrings {I wear the mediums too}. Those Kendra Scott pieces are beautful.
It’s hard not to wear N&S everyday, Daenel. Happy Monday! XO
You have a wonderful collection of accessories. I love how each piece is unique.
Thank you Lanae! I love how they amp up an outfit. Happy Monday! XO
I love the rainbow tassel on that one necklace–I’ve definitely noticed it in your pics before! Very cute!
Thanks cutie! I was so nervous when I first started wearing larger pieces, and now I’m addicted. Hope you had a great weekend! XO