How to combine your footwear and accessories for everyday life

Getting dressed for the day-to-day can start with something simple: choosing that pair of shoes you want to wear and building your outfit around it. Colors, textures, and accessories allow you to add a different touch to the pieces you already own.

Here, we share some ideas for pairing your footwear, bags, and purses according to your style.

Start with an easy-to-match base

Jeans, neutral-toned pants, or a solid-colored dress can serve as a starting point. From there, choose which piece you want to highlight.

For example, blue jeans and a white blouse can be paired with wine-colored loafers. If you prefer the bag to be the star, try footwear in natural tones and a purse in a contrasting color.

Let the color take center stage

If you like brightly colored footwear, you can pair it with white, beige, gray, or black clothing to make it stand out.

You can also repeat that color in a small detail, such as a scarf, a print, or a charm. You don't need all your accessories to be the same shade: a shared detail can help tie the look together.

Shoes and bags don't have to match

You can choose them in different colors and find a balance between the two.

Brown loafers can go well with a beige bag; metallic shoes can be paired with a neutral-toned bag. If one piece has a bold print, try a simpler one to give it room within the outfit.

Play with textures

The finish is also part of your style. Smooth, shiny, or textured footwear can change how the same outfit looks.

Try metallic shoes with simple clothing to highlight their finish. For a more relaxed look, you can pair leather footwear with a jute or canvas bag.

Choose accessories according to your day

Beyond thinking about how they look, consider what you need to carry.

For a day with various activities, a spacious bag can help you organize your belongings. If you are only carrying the essentials, a small purse can complete your outfit.

A charm can add a pop of color or give a personal touch to the bag you use regularly.

Find your own combination

These ideas are a starting point. Try different colors and accessories with your favorite pieces, and choose the combinations that make you feel comfortable.

Sometimes, changing your footwear or adding an accessory is enough to give a fresh look to what you already have in your wardrobe.