A statement feather and metallic necklace paired with a bold, geometric belt. The boots give it an edge and keep me from looking too dressy.

In my last blog, I gave you a few reasons to be grateful for black attire at the salon, but I need to be honest. As much as I appreciate black for it’s ease and stain resistance, some days I’m just bored. So, how do I beat monotone monotony?

First, I Accessorize… A lot. An obvious tip, but who doesn’t love accessorizing? My coworkers often comment on my obsession with accessories and, while “Wow, you’ve got a lot going on there. I could never pull that off.” may or may not be a compliment, we’ll pretend it is. Accessorizing is an art form. It is all about balance and aesthetics and color placement. These are all things that I love about hair, and that I am excited to incorporate into my clothing. If your salon allows colorful accessories, use scarves, jewelry, shoes, or belts to add life to your outfit. Here are some ways to accessorize: