Shabby Chic

CEBU, Philippines - Accessories put a personal stamp on plain and preppy ensembles. This mantra lives on with yet another smart way to add oomph to a simple attire: eye-catching bibs and ribbon cuffs/bands, and wired-wrapped statement necklaces and bangles made of semi-precious stones.

These dainties are alluring add-ons that aren’t only neck and arm candies but key pieces that punctuate a fashion statement. So if you need a little pick-me-up, these are currently on display in mom-preneur Teng Angan’s outlets, namely at the 2nd floor Ladies Accessories of Metro Ayala (glass window display right at the landing of the escalator going up from Metro Dept. Store), Natalie Accessories Shop in Ayala Center Cebu and Cebu City Marriott Hotel Lobby Gift Shop. 

Embellished bibs of semi-precious stones, crystals, beads, shells and metals accentuate the bust area, including the neck that only daring ladies can handle. The glaring details seemingly draw attention and create a feminine appeal which is more of a dramatic jewelry, perfect during cocktails, corporate functions or casual lounging. These breastplates are best worn on round-neck tops, strapless tulle dresses, off-shoulders and tank tops over acid-washed jeans, trousers, mini-skirts, shorts, etc.. Pair these bejeweled bibs with silk ribbon cuffs/bands with all the additional trimmings of laces.

Another way to polish your outfit is through necklaces and bangles with semi-precious stones pendants jazzed up with copper wire details that twinkle in appeal. Flower-patterned pendants and arm candies made of jade, turquoise, jasper, among others, are given an added flair with the intricate loops and quirky twists. These pendants are tied on the necks with various colored satin ribbons that could be worn as a choker or as a long opera length necklace, according to Ms. Teng.    

Shabby and chic, these new handmade finds crafted by MTACarlos and Associates for The Body Akcessories sure bring an attitude to casual numbers. Tie one on and let the studs do the thing!??