If you've never taken the no-frills approach to fashion, then you're going to love this season's bold trends more than ever. Color! Patterns! Gold! Texture! More is more when it comes to your wardrobe and accessories. Just look at the Macy's Icons of Style collaboration. They tasked five Black fashion icons to curate capsule collections, and each is filled with fresh takes on our favorite fall fits. But more importantly, they each feature on-trend accessories that will help amplify your style all season long. From Bar III's bold patterns to INC's star-worthy basics to Sun + Stone's utilitarian pieces; here, we're rounding up key accessories that will not only elevate your autumn closet, but are actually easy to pull off.
Big Bows
Paisley Blazer
Designer Zerina Akers knows that the only thing that could make your classic jeans and T-shirt combo better this fall is this paisley-printed blazer ($80) for Bar III. The navy color keeps it neutral, but the fun print means it will be a statement piece in your wardrobe.
Wrap Cardigan
Think a cardigan is only for leading ladies in a rom-com? Think again. Misa Hylton is proving that they can actually give off more of an R&B superstar-vibe. This cherry blossom cardigan ($140) from INC proves that not only can sweaters keep you warm, but they can keep your closet hot. Try wearing it without anything underneath for a subtly sexy, yet cozy, look.
Chunky Earrings
If you wear one accessory this season, let it be a chunky chain earring ($35) from Aminah Abdul Jillil's INC collection. They will be the workhorse in your collection, pulling double duty as fancy-party jewelry and a casual work-from-home earring with loungewear.
The Shaket
Is it a shirt? Is it a jacket? Technically, it can be either! We love this fall staple ($90) from Ouigi Theodore's Sun + Stone collection as a simple layering piece that will add texture and pattern to any look.
Statement Anorak
Who says being practical can't also mean staying stylish? A bold anorak jacket ($130) is the best way to stand out this season — no matter the weather. This red one designed by Allen Onyia for INC will look great against neutrals and even better in a head-to-toe monochromatic look.
