Remember me? Your old friend on your high school graduation cap that inconveniently fell across your face every waking moment of your torturously long graduation? Yep, it’s me, a tassel, back and much more chic that that grad cap wannabe. Who would have guessed that a bundle of tightly strung thread could make its mark on your wardrobe this season? Tassels have made a remarkable debut because they can be both playful and chic. This double duty effect makes them the ultimate versatile accessory seen on many bags, jewelry and shoes this season.
At first glance, this Fashionista’s itty bitty tassel on her necklace might cause your eyes to strain to see. From far away, the element is hardly noticeably. But up close, it steals the show. The subtle surprise of detail with the addition of the tassel makes the necklace revamp the outfit. This double dip of attention the onlooker pays to the look from far away and up close gives this Fashionista’s outfit ultimate exposure. The posh print of her dress paired with unique mod wedges draws in your eyes at first, but within closer range, the passerby is drawn in again by the fringe detail in the necklace. It’s human nature to be curious when you see textures, so the fringe plays on this with the layering of soft string. Accessories like tassels are great because elements that maintain an onlooker’s interest in your outfit guarantee more overall interest in your style.
When you choose to incorporate tassels into your wardrobe, remember that size matters. Large, bulky tassels are statement pieces that spice up basic outfits, yet small, skinny tassels let your outfit steal the show but complete your look with an up close element of surprise. There are also short but chunky tassels that are a combination of large and skinny tassels because they are delicate yet command attention. Make sure you incorporate tassels into the accessory you wear and cherish the most in your wardrobe. Stay within your comfort zone and incorporate tassels of a smaller variety before you work your way up to the large beauties.
How To:Â Dying to endure the hassle with tassels? Start by trying tassel jewelry on in a store. That way, you can gauge if you like larger or smaller tassels. Then, take the piece and add it to a simple solid color or basic print dress. Build your outfit with this base by adding appropriate summer pieces that add to the jewelry rather than detract from it.
