Women's Accessories and Gifts

Accessories pull an outfit together. They can make your look sparkle, incorporate a sleek and sophisticated edge or add that perfect pop of color. No matter what your signature style is, there’s an accessory for every aesthetic. But how do you know which to wear? And how do you avoid over-adorning your outfit? 

The women’s accessories market is saturated with everything from bags and bracelets to sunglasses and scarves. So it’s no wonder many ladies find themselves standing in front of a mirror wondering how to appropriately customize their attire. Fortunately, there are a few basic principles women can follow to ensure they put together a look that is properly personalized.

At Alma Boutique, our goal is to assist our female clients with assembling a complete, amazingly adorned outfit they can feel confident in. So, we’ve decided to share some of our favorite helpful hints below.

The Importance of Accessories
Interesting tidbit: women have been wearing jewelry as a decorative statement for thousands of years. In fact, the first known necklace dates back 25,000 years ago, and was made from fish bones. In some early societies, jewelry was used to signify an individual’s status or class, while in other cultures it has been used ornamentally during special occasions, like weddings. 

Today, there are no longer limits on how or when ladies accessories can be worn. Women from all walks of life choose to wear accessories to showcase their personal style and express who they are using their external appearance. Accessories for women are also a fantastic way to give an ordinary outfit a more refined and ornate look and feel. With the right embellishments, a little black dress can go from “simple” to “sensational”, or a button-down shirt and a pair of jeans can go from “casual” to “chic”.

All you need are a few strategically-chosen pieces that pair impeccably with what’s already in your wardrobe and you can enjoy an entirely different fashion experience.

How to Accessorize
Before you begin buying jewelry accessories, purses, or watches, it’s important to understand how to create a balanced, trendsetting look without going overboard.

An extremely embellished look can actually confuse the eye, making it more difficult for onlookers to appreciate the uniqueness each accessory offers. 

We recommend considering the following tips when completing your look-of-the-day:

Avoid the Matchy-Matchy Mistake:
It’s a common misconception that ladies accessories should always be color-coordinated with their clothing. This is absolutely not the case! If you’re wearing a pair of tailored black trousers and a yellow top, there’s nothing wrong with adding a hot-pink purse for that added pop. In fact, it can actually bring balance to your look, making it appear less two-dimensional.

Build Up Your Basics:
Rather than splurging on one extravagant piece, focus on adding versatile accessories to your collection that can be mixed and matched with a range of attire. A long pendant necklace, for example, can be worn with any dress or top that has a high neckline, while a vibrant clutch purse can provide extra elegance when paired with a flowy romper or a professional pants-and-blazer ensemble. The more adaptable your women’s accessories are, the more you’ll get your money’s worth out of them.

Only Splurge on Long-Lasting Items:
Women often over-spend on glitzy gold accessories like necklaces and bangles, when the majority of folks can’t tell if a bracelet is real gold or simply gold-toned. Plus, jewelry can be easy to lose or break. It’s more strategic to spend extra on items that have a longer lifespan, like purses or cashmere scarves. We also recommend budgeting a little extra for shoes, since they directly impact your comfort level. You’ll get more value out of these pieces with a little extra money and you’ll feel more justified in your purchase.

Shop at Alma Boutique
At Alma Boutique, our online boutique offers an ever-changing selection of boutique accessories for every woman— from the sleek and savvy business professionals to the fun and flirty festival-goer. We hand-pick our pieces to ensure our valued customers always have access to unique, eye-catching items they’ll be proud to own.

What We Offer:
We stock cozy scarves and handmade accessories. We've also recently added gifts to our shop! We love supporting local artists! From dainty necklaces to statement earrings or scarves in the fall and winter seasons, we’re always on the lookout for unique accessories our customers will love.

Need a convenient place to store all your powders and potions? We carry a collection of cute, playful makeup bags that are ideal for keeping your cosmetics in one place while you’re out on the town. It’s the perfect accessory for women who want that fresh-faced look from morning to night!

Clothing can be an accessory as well and that’s why you’ll find a selection of bralettes at Alma Boutique. Use them to accent tops and dresses that need a little extra coverage, or with a loose top for a casual, sultry look.  And don’t forget, accessories aren’t just for going out! Our selection of sleep masks will let you stay stylish even while you get some much-needed rest. We’re always on the lookout for new and great accessories, so be sure to check back often!