13 Cool (but Wearable) Accessories We’ll Be Buying for Spring

Published Feb 25, 2022

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Instead of buying new clothes at the start of each season, why not just spruce up what you already have with a fresh little extra? We’re talking about chic accessories, from a convertible clutch bag to elegant clogs (yes, you read that right: Elegant. Clogs). Each of these have the power to update even your most basic pants-like-leggings outfit. Here, our 13 picks for the coolest and most wearable add-ons to brighten all of your spring looks.

Tory Burch

1. Tory Burch Coin Mule

Elevated clogs are *the* fashion-forward shoe trend of spring 2022. Why’s that? Because they go with everything from shorts to dresses. And they’re super comfortable.

Buy It ($298)

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2. Brandon Blackwood The Mini Kendrick Trunk

A structured little bag, like this dyed calf hair design, is going to make everything you already wear, from T-shirts to dressy blouses, look a little brighter and more current. (This beauty is from one of our favorite Black-owned handbag brands.)

Buy It ($165)

Amazon

3. steve Madden Nikki Clutch Crossbody

Put all of your necessities in this sweet clutch bag, which is petite (but not too small to fit your wallet) and served up in a an attractive shade of warm blue.

$49 at Amazon

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4. gucci Canvas-jacquard Bucket Hat

Sorry, baseball caps, the designer bucket hat is the coolest hat of spring. This logo-printed version is going to look great with all your day-in, day-out neutrals.

Buy It ($530)

Nordstrom

5. Bella Belle Imitation Pearl T-strap Pump

An embellished, pointy-toe pump is the festive footwear that's going to make everything from you LBD to your jeans-and-silk-top ensemble look fresh. This is what we mean by pearlcore, folks.

Buy It ($365)

J. Crew

6. j. Crew Rectangle Cotton Raffia-wrapped Earrings

These statement earrings are lightweight, colorful and super chic. We're wearing them with our jeans, our sundresses and with our swimsuit for poolside brunches.

Buy It ($40)

Nordstrom

7. tory Burch Red Confetti Silk Field Neckerchief

Whether it’s knotted in your hair or tied around your neck, this bauble-trimmed scarf captures the vintage-meets-designer vibe that’s strong this spring.

Buy It ($228)

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8. lelet Ny Jules Claw Clip

An embellished claw clip is the easiest way to turn unwashed hair or grown-out roots into an intentional fashion statement.

Buy It ($68)

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Tory Burch

9. tory Burch Eleanor Mismatch Hoop Earring

Mismatched earrings are the new normal—and this hoop and logo set will go with everything.

Buy It ($128)

Mango

10. mango Leather Jelly Shoes

A flatform sandal is way sturdier—and more of a fashion statement—than some little wisp of a shoe. This fisherman's sandal version looks good on its own, as well as with colorful or embellished socks.

Buy It ($99)

Madewell

11. madewell Belgrave Sunglasses

Oversized sunglasses are the size of the moment, and these acetate shades are très cool.

Buy It ($70)

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12. gucci Ophedia Medium Leather-trimmed Printed Coated-canvas

The quiet luxury shoulder bag is having a moment, and so is any retro-looking Gucci design. Plus, this sleek bag will only get cooler looking the more it’s worn in.

Buy It ($2,690)

Zappos

13. Laredo Katey Boots

Blame the hit show Yellowstone—cowboy boots are trending in a big way, worn with dresses, skirts and yes, even your favorite worn-in jeans. These two-tone studded boots are super versatile.

Buy It ($170; $160)