The next time you lay your sweetheart’s clothes out for his important business meeting, or a formal event the two of you will attend, look through the closet one more time. Chances are you’ll find an accessory or two that will look great with the outfit you’re wearing today. These traditionally masculine items can easily be translated into your womanly wardrobe, making you even more of an innovative (and thrifty) fashionista.
His fedora. It’s wide-brimmed, neutral in hue, and goes exquisitely with a suit—and those rules don’t just apply to men. A black or brown is the perfect way to make a basic black and white outfit look more interesting. It doesn’t hurt to remind everyone of your womanliness with defined yet soft makeup, tasteful cleavage, and a belt that cinches the waist and shows off your curves. Don’t be afraid to also dabble in color when trying to broaden your hat collection. You can find fedoras at online stores like Zappos.com for as little as $25. Check them out here. Some of our other favorites include the following:
- Juicy Couture Colorblocked Floppy Fedora $78
- Grace Hats Drip Fedora $24.99
- ASOS Wide Brim Straw Fedora $14.91
His watch. A masculine watch adds a fashionable balance to an ultra-girly outfit, and can give a young, flirty look immediate maturity. An oversized handbag and sunglasses will help to complete the look. And of course, your engagement or wedding ring will always serve as a decidedly feminine and beautiful coupling to any of your man’s watches. Buy your guy a new watch (that you can sometimes use to accent your looks) on online outlets like Overstock.com for less than $100. Check them out here. And for ones you can pick up on your own, from the ladies section, try the following:
- BCBG Max Azria BG6391 Sport Boyfriend Classic Round Watch $135
- Fossil Dylan Stainless Steel Watch in Rose $125
- ASOS Boyfriend Watch with Colored Strap $29.83
His blazer. Men’s blazers are wider and offer more definition in the chest and shoulders (although you can add some removable shoulder pads if you’re going haute couture for the day). Wearing a blazer with a form-fitting dress is a wonderful way to show off your figure without revealing too much; one large piece of jewelry gives the look one more womanly touch. If your guy isn’t so fond of you spraying your favorite perfume on his blazer before you put it on and head out to the office, you can always go thrifting for one, or purchase a blazer at stores like Macy’s for around $60. You can find one you love here. For feminine versions with a masculine flair, try the following:
- Charlotte Russe Multi-Pocket Linen Blazer $36.99
- Victoria’s Secret Long Tuxedo Jacket $79.99
