Ask the Edit: The Accessories Edition

From hair barrettes for summer to passport covers, it’s time to talk about accessories.  You asked, I answered in this week’s Ask the Edit.

Hi Belle —

I’m on the hunt for a chic passport holder. The only ones I can find are Kate Spade, and they’re not as high-quality as I’m looking for and often are have more patterns than I want. I’d prefer a simple holder, I don’t need the extra card pockets, and I’d like it to be a solider color leather with at most a small logo. I’m open to other materials if it’s high-quality and durable. 

Any help you can provide would be greatly appreciated! EDM

For a solid-color, leather passport case, I would try either this lipstick red Longchamp or this silver Henri Bendel case.  For a little more jazz, I like this snakeskin print Zadig and Voltaire case.  I also like this cute “adventure awaits” case from Rebecca Minkoff.

Need something under-$25?  Try this dusty rose Lodis passport case.

Hi Belle, 

I am in love with this Cult Gaia bag all the bloggers have been repping, but it’s so pricey.  Can you help me find a summer bag made of natural materials that’s under-$50?  

Maggie

Straw and wood bags are a great option for summer.  Yes, they’re having a bit of a moment, but these are a vintage-influenced item.  So before you shop, ask your mom or grandmother if she has one tucked in a closet somewhere.

This Urban Outfitters Caged Handheld Clutch ($44) is a nice option.  It’s a good knock-off of the Cult Gaia style.  Prefer straw?  I am absolutely obsessed with this Dorothy Perkins color-blocked straw bag.  I like the two-tone color and the round handle.  Very chic, but casual.

Hi,

I’m looking for a professional-looking black leather belt to be worn around my waist, preferably under $50. Any ideas? Thank you!

GenevieVe 

I’m not sure what you mean by professional, but since I love belts, let me suggest some that I would wear to work.  I upped your price range just slightly to $60, because I didn’t want to leave out a good option over a few dollars.

I famously hate buckles, but this J.Crew Factory leather loop belt has me rethinking that.  This Kate Spade skinny bow belt is one of my favorites to jazz up simple dresses.  This criss-cross waist belt from Express looks like it would be incredibly slimming.

Want a total steal?  I mean total steal.  This velvet snap belt from BCBG is $10.  Just wear the snaps around back.

Hi Belle,

Can you help me find some earrings for an upcoming wedding?  I want something gold.  I want big.  But I don’t want them to be too flashy.  Something under-$75 would be ideal.

Julia

There are a lot of amazing, colorful earrings on the market right now.  But they’re not right for everyone or for every occasion.  Here are some options that match your request.

These Kenneth Jay Lane coin drops ($29) have a classic, but impactful look to them.  I love the tassels on these Madewell earrings in champagne.  You also can’t go wrong with a pair of really thin hoops like these once from Last Call.

Hello, Abra:

My hair hates humidity.  I need hair clips that are simple but cute.  Currently, I’m making do with a big tortoise barrette, but it’s on its last leg.  Help me, please.

Sincerely, Amaya

These circle hair clips that let the hair show through are my current favorites.  This Urban Outfitters clip comes in at an affordable $10.  This COS large metal barrette also caught my eye.  And I’m smitten with this tortoise shield ponytail wrap from Banana Republic.

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