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What color accessories can I wear with my gray dress for boot camp graduation in June?

This is a dress I got in gray for a boot camp graduation in June. I was thinking of wearing a belt with it, and thought a flower would be pretty to go in my hair and wasn't sure about shoes either. What color of each should I wear with this? Thanks!

The Answer: // Love this dress that you have chosen for your…

Is a black and white graphic print dress too white for a wedding?

My dress is black & white. DO you think this is OK for a wedding? Is it too much white? The invitation says to dress in "cocktail" attire. The wedding is at 5:30 and will be outside in May. I was thinking of adding a shawl in a bright summery color.


The Answer: // The dress will look very nice for an outside…

What color purse and accessories will work best with black pants & cream color top?

I am wearing black wide leg pants, black shoes and a shear, cream, lacy top to a semi-formal event. What color purse and accessories will work best? Thanks.

The Answer: // You have a lot of choices. Black shoes &…

What color outfits go with a tan / grayish handbag?

I just bought a beautiful Italian handbag in a tan grayish color and I don't know what outfit colors to go with it? Please help me.

The Answer: The color you are describing sounds like taupe with a…

Do patent leather shoes have to be worn with a patent leather purse?

Do patent leather shoes have to be worn with a patent leather purse or can they be worn with a regular leather purse?

The Answer: // You can mix and / or match patent leather…

What color shoes besides silver would go with a silver pocketbook?

What color shoes besides silver would go with a silver pocketbook?

The Answer: // A silver pocket book will go with a number…

What color belt can I wear with my dress?

I have bought a dress for a christening. I have a hourglass figure & would like to wear a belt with it. First do you think a belt would look OK & also what kind & color would you suggest? I am wearing it with black opaque tights, possibly a black small cardigan/shrug & the shoes are black/purple & mocha t-bar heeled courts. I really hope you can help me!!!

The Answer: // The best way to see how a belt will…

What color purse is best to wear with nude peep toe patent heels?

I have a dark navy elegant Tadashi cocktail dress. I am planning to wear nude peep toe patent heels. What color purse is best? A taupe/cream?

The Answer: // If you plan to wear nude color peep toe…

What color clutch should I wear with a white prom dress with a subtle royal blue print?

I am looking for my prom clutch. My prom dress is white with a print of royal blueish flowers (very subtle though), and my shoes are simple silver. I wonder should I get a white or a silver clutch with it??

The Answer: // Your dress sounds yummy! Since you are we wearing…

What color shoes and accessories go with a steel gray dress??

What color shoes and accessories go with a steel gray dress??


The Answer: You have many options as far as color of shoes…

What styles of handbags are appropriate for mature women?

What styles of handbags are appropriate for mature women?

The Answer: Mature women can wear any style of handbag if it…

What color shoes, stockings, bag and jacket should I wear with a khaki color dress?

I have a khaki color cocktail dress for my brothers wedding. What color shoes, stockings, bag and jacket should I wear?

The Answer: You have a number of options. Red shoes, a red…

Will a dark burgundy work tote be the best choice to wear with black & brown?

I wear either black or brown on a daily basis. I want to pick a work tote that will work with either color? I was wondering if a dark burgundy work tote would make the best choice? Any suggestions?

The Answer: Burgundy is a good choice and looks smart with black…

What color shoes, purse, accessories should I wear with a royal blue dress?

I am going to a Catholic wedding in April in New York (evening reception). I purchased a royal blue halter top/ satin dress. I was thinking about wearing silver shoes, accessories, purse, etc. Should I wear closed toe pumps or open toe heels? Also, is silver accessories too much? Should I wear hose? What color jacket should I get? Your help is very much appreciated. Thank you

The Answer: // Your dress sounds fabulous for an evening wedding. Silver…

Can I wear beige heels & purse with a black dress?

I am wearing a black dress (bebe), turtleneck, 3/4 sleeve, back out. I'm wearing beige heels. I don't know what accessories to match that up with. Am I safe with a beige purse?

The Answer: // Your dress sounds great! You can wear a beige…
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