We consider our outfits carefully every time we leave the house to go to work, socialise with friends, or attend an event. Is it appropriate, comfortable, and fashionable?

But, after putting so much effort into the clothes you wear every day, you don’t want to fail at the last hurdle.  You must also ensure that you select the appropriate accessories, and jewellery will play a significant role in this. Your jewellery not only complements your clothes, but it also reflects your personality and can make or break an outfit.

As a result, you must understand how to select the appropriate jewellery for each occasion – and we can assist you with this. Check out our guide below for our best tips on how to dress up any outfit, smart or casual.

For Your Everyday Look

When you’re going about your daily business, whether it’s going to the grocery store or meeting a friend for lunch, you want jewellery that expresses your style without being too flashy or inconvenient. So, for everyday jewellery, you want something subtle and delicate. 

This could be a small necklace, a bracelet, a few dainty rings, or stud earrings. You could even select all of the above. However, they should not be too large or bold, and they should go well with a more casual everyday look.   

Classic silver or gold jewellery will always look effortless, but if you want to add some colour to your outfit, try some colourful studs or rings with gems. Choose tones that complement your skin tone and match your clothing. We recommend that you look through our brilliant collection.

For Work Purposes

When it comes to work accessories, you need to put a little more thought into your choices. You must always look stylish but professional, and your jewellery should not interfere with your ability to do your job.

In this case, avoid wearing too much jewellery at once and stick to neutral tones and classic gemstones. Delicate pieces, such as smaller rings, stud earrings, and a beautiful but understated watch, are ideal for work.

It’s also a good idea to wear smaller, quieter pieces of jewellery so that they don’t distract you or others at work. Big bangles clanging against the desk every time you reach for your keyboard is the last thing you need. Our Tanya Ireland collection is the epitome of office-appropriate jewellery.

For a Special Night Out  

If you’re going out with your friends for a big night out, you can be more playful and daring with your jewellery. Whether you’re going out to dinner, a bar or a club, something sparkly or colourful will always go down well and will get you some compliments from your friends. 

Depending on your tastes, this could be a statement necklace or a chunky bangle. And studs aren’t going to cut it on a night out; instead, go for some larger earrings, perhaps some bold gold hoops. Just be cautious not to overdo it with statement pieces. For example, if you choose a statement necklace, make your earrings smaller, and vice versa. You want your statement piece to do the majority of the heavy lifting.

For a Romantic Evening

Date night is your chance to make an impression on your date, whether it’s your first or 50th. You want to appear flawlessly effortlessly as if you didn’t try too hard or put too much thought into your look (even if you did!).  

The right jewellery will complement both your features and your style. It must look good in low lighting, as many bars and restaurants prefer this atmosphere. Keeping this in mind, you could opt for a delicate necklace that draws attention to your neckline and collarbones.  

Alternatively, dainty bracelets can draw attention to your hands, and delicate rings can draw the eye if you take good care of your nails and have them painted for the occasion.

For a Wedding or Other Special Occasion

There are numerous occasions that necessitate formal attire, such as a wedding, birthday, work party, or special anniversary. Whatever the occasion, you want your jewellery to highlight your features and make you look flawless.

Of course, your jewellery should complement your outfit, which will influence the colour you choose, but there are some other important guidelines to follow. Though you may want to wear something bold or statement, especially if your outfit is simple or classic, you should never try to outdo the bride or the party host.

If you’re wearing a busy outfit, such as a floral gown to a wedding, it’s best to choose simple, delicate jewellery that won’t overpower your ensemble.

However, if you’re unsure, it’s always best to play it safe at these events and under-accessorise rather than over-accessorise, especially if you know there will be a lot of photos taken. You don’t want to be brave and have a lot of pictures taken, only to regret it a month later and have your mistake immortalised on camera.

For Celebrations 

Finally, if you’re attending a music festival, this is your chance to get creative with your jewellery. At these events, pretty much anything goes, but there are some ground rules to follow if you want to adopt the classic boho festival chic look.

Layering is a big part of festival jewellery, so wear two or three necklaces of varying lengths. The same is true for bracelets and rings. Stack them on top of each other – the more the merrier!

Floral necklaces and jewellery that embody nature are also appropriate for a festival. This is due to the fact that these will complement your floral headdress, outfits, and the overall outdoor vibes of this type of event. Plus, fun colours like rose gold are always in style. To complete your festival look, we recommend our earrings and necklaces collections.

And remember, there is no such thing as too much at a festival, so have some fun with it and accessorise with quirky bum bags, wellies, and temporary tattoos.