My City July 2022

MYSTYLE

All About Accessories! BY SHANNON WHITE ® PHOTOS PROVIDED BY SHIFT

At SHIFT, we think the more accessories, the better! We believe em bellished accessories o er customers a “sense of joy and escapism” – feelings we yearned for during the pandemic. Accesso ries can make the most basic out€t come to life and add a personal touch to your look.

Gold tone jewelry is trending this season. You can add gold to your look with a classic item such as a chain necklace that would be beauti ful with any neckline. Larger-than-life links are among the top 2022 jewelry trends, as seen on the runways everywhere. ‡is summer, go with chains that make a bold statement worn solo or when layered with other over-the-top pieces. If your look is modern, try a pair of Pursuits Apex

Hook earrings.‡eir geometric shapes will give you the fun, trendy look you crave. Summer is a good time to play with color when you accessorize. Beaded or colorful earrings, necklaces and bracelets are a fun, casual way to enhance your out€t. “We’ve seen an uptick in investment pieces from handbags to footwear, particular ly in brightly colored adventurous choices,” says Amy Sutkowi, Store Manager and Creative Director at SHIFT in Flint. A plain t-shirt is transformed when you add one of the beautiful beaded baubles by Erik & Mike or Ink + Alloy. If you like a whimsi cal look, beaded earrings in the shape of birds or even wine bottles are fun and unique. Gorgeous beaded clutches step up your style for a night out.

For jewelry with a personal —air, wear your zodiac sign in a necklace that will surely be a con versation starter wher ever you go! Whether you follow astrology or not, you’ll love Zodiac Star necklaces. Each one shows the constellation that corresponds to the zodiac sign.‡ey’re dipped in 14 karat gold and are so delicate and pretty … they make great gifts, too!

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