SPRING/SUMMER 2012 Accessories: Big, Bold, Ballistic!

Simple may exist in the range of neckpieces, arm bands, earrings, and belts that emerged in the accessories trends for the season. But it?s hard not to notice even just the plain ones, since each piece is oozing with reinvention and knock-out style.

 

Some cuffs come with architectural history, like this one by Brandi Couvillion.

 

Cuffs by Brandi Couvillion

 

Then there are ones that are hard not to notice, like these cuffs designed by Cara Croninger seen at the SAG Awards.

 

Cuffs by Cara Croninger

 

Bangles hit 2012 with glamorous styles such as this kissing animal piece by juicy couture.

 

Bangles by Juicy Couture

 

Also check out these cool print bangles from Forever21.

 

Print Bangles by Forever21

 

Corset belts have become atrend this spring. Choose strong, elegant styles such as this Bottega Veneta creation,

 

Corset Belts by Bottega Veneta

 

Or this praiseworthy piece tied around a chic trench coat by Burberry.

 

Corset Belt by Burberry

 

BCBG Multi-Strap Exotic Belt makes a statement in the Spring season with its fierce factor.

 

Multi Strap Exotic Belt by BCBG

 

Here?s another exotic belt, this time with an animal claw lock.

 

Animal Claw Lock Belt

 

Why have one when you can have it in three? Jewelry sets have made lots of fashion statements this season. I mean, look at these red hot gems.

 

Red Hot Gems

 

Indulge yourself even just for once with this cool-toned jewelry set.

 

Jewelry Set

 

The chokers of 2012 seem to have come from a different world. In this photo, Coco Rocha wears a state-of-the-art choker designed by Jenny Jay.

 

Chokers by by Jenny Jay

 

In this one, chokers run the show at the catwalk of Giambattista Valli.

 

Chokers at Giambattista Valli Fashion show

 

Earrings for 2012 vary from feathers, to chandeliers, to almost everything you can imagine!

 

Feather Earings

 

They?re definitely huge, crazy, yet up-to-date!

 

Earings of 2012

 

These chunky platforms from Celine and Dolce and Gabbana say it all.

 

Platforms by Celine
Platforms by Dolce and Gabbana

 

Gucci has never failed to give its creations a complete high fashion look. This bag defines the brand for its freshness and fierceness.

 

Fashionable Bag by Gucci

 

Hats, as seen in various runways tend to be attention-grabbing and dramatic.

 

Fashionable Hats of 2012

 

Creative Fashion of 2012

 

Accessories never really go out of style. Sometimes, they only lose popularity in some seasons. But for this year, they?ve arrived with a blast of color, shape, weight, and innovation. It?s definitely time for statement bags and shoes, as it was since the past few years that statement pieces became a big trend.

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