How Hardware Can Take Your Basics To The Next Level

Bit over your t-shirt and jeans? Just add one thing.

I’m sorry: this article won’t be the first or last time we tell you how reliable a classic tee and jeans combo is. It’s because it’s a fact of fashion. A crisp white tee and straight blue jean is your solid foundation for a good outfit, and a trustworthy go-to when you’re out of time and ideas.

But that doesn’t mean that ‘reliable’ has to equal boring. It’s kinda like the accountant your mum tried to set you up with last year. You could set your watch by them, sure, but there was no spark. From time to time, you need that spark … or in this case, sparkle.

Yes, I made that leap.

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The point I’m getting to, in this roundabout (meet your 200 word brief) way, is that if you want to refresh a basic look, you can, easily. And frankly, at the herald of a new decade, you should. I’m talking glinting gunmetal, brushed silver, and brassy finish hardware. Throw on a gold chain necklace to wear with a plain white tank, or wear a silver bracelet for an updated, casual look that doesn’t come off contrived.

Heck, it could even be time to get an ear pierced.

Jokes (I’m not though) aside, hardware gives any basic tee and jeans combo a bit of added street cred.

Test the waters with one small accessory, or push the envelope with multiple pieces that will turn heads.