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JAZZ UP ANY OUTFIT AS EASY AS 1-2-3

If your outfit is looking a bit tired and you want to update your image without spending a huge amount of time or money, consider these easy updating options! Whether you want to change your ho-hum outfit for a killer night at the hottest club in town or make your best first impression for your first day at work, it will not take much to completely revamp your preexisting outfit with a couple of accessories and a bit of panache!

1.) Jazz it up with jewelry

You will be surprised how adding something as simple as a cute brooch can completely change the look of an outfit! Adding a long, dangly pair of earrings can turn a simple button down shirt and skirt from stuffy to sexy. Add a brooch to a plain jacket or blazer can add a bit of much needed bit of flair. 2.) Accessorize with ribbon

A simple piece of ribbon can turn any item into a unique and charming outfit. Make a cute headband out of a length of grosgrain ribbon or use a piece of silk to tie back your hair into a trendy chignon. Turn a piece of satin ribbon into a simple choker using a favorite pin. Create a belt out of a length of ribbon and use it around a classic cardigan sweater or thread it through the belt loops of your favorite pair of pants.

3.) Sew on embellishments

With a couple of


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quick stitches, you can update any spare sweater, t-shirt, or jacket. Visit your local craft store for unique embellishments you can add for a budget friendly amount. Whether you choose a lovely length of colored lace that will serve as a lovely addition to a plain white t-shirt or a pre-made sequined or embroidered patch that can be added to your favorite jacket, pair of jeans, or sweater, anything can be used to jazz up your outfit.

4.) Add some sparkle

An incredibly hot trend today is adding crystals to anything under the sun. Whether you choose to update your cell phone with super cool pink crystals to please your inner heiress or choose to add sparkle to a simple hair ornament to create an item perfect for the party scene, all you need is a bit of bling to add some spark to your tired wardrobe. Consider using crystal tattoos to create an unusual bit of jewelry on an exposed bit of skin.

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