I know I’m not the only one when I say that the holiday season makes me “crave” sparkly things. After all, it is the season of shiny and glittery everything — I’m talking about the Christmas decorations — so why not extend that to our looks, right?

In my opinion, accessories are what make or break an outfit and if you want to take it up a notch, that’s where they come into play.

I totally think that there is such a thing as “too much” when it comes to them, but I also think that not wearing any accessories like jewelry, at the very least, makes an outfit look bland. Even if you’re wearing a “busy” look, you can add subtle pieces that would complete it.

Statement bags, earrings, necklaces, etc. as well as a belt that seamlessly ties it all together are what you should be looking at. The general rule when it comes to them is to keep the colors somewhat coordinated, and the metals in the same tones to avoid a chaotic mess.

For example, if you are going for the sparkly belts linked below, I would pair them with earrings — statement or dainty, in the same tones, and skip the necklace as that would be too much. The same goes when wearing statement earrings and necklaces at the same time — you have to play with proportions to keep it elegant.

Below, you’ll find a selection of accessories that will add some oomph to your holiday looks (and beyond). From bags, and belts, to jewelry, and even capes, this list has everything to make your outfit stand out. I hope you like my picks!

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