This spring, accessorizing is an exercise in tough love.
Romantic, sheer dresses take on rough-and-tumble relevance when paired with punked-out boots.
Snakes slithering up the heel of a sparkly platform pack a devilish punch — especially when tucked under a poufy tulle ballgown.
Enticingly sleek chokers also demand attention, while exaggerated sleeves — those of the long, cozy variety — have emerged as the sleeper hit of the season (coupled, of course, with a daring bare shoulder).
The beauty of it all lies within the contradiction.
Pretty in punk
Jacket ($3,855), tank top ($2,305) and skirt ($2,565) all from Lanvin, 849 Madison Avenue | Slides ($1,595) from Roger Vivier, 750 Madison Avenue | Platinum and diamond earrings, necklace, bracelets and ring (prices upon request) from Harry Winston, 718 Fifth AvenueJoshua Jordan
Rock and roses
Leather jacket ($6,500), top ($950), skirt ($1,700), boots ($1,050) “Peekaboo” microbag (similar style — $1,850) and “Strap You” ministrap (similar style — $850) all from Fendi, 598 Madison Avenue | “Bella” earrings ($292) from CA & LOU | Necklace ($2,575) from Chanel, 15 East 57th Street | Borgioni 18-k rose-gold ring with diamonds ($5,520) from Broken English, 56 Crosby StreetJoshua Jordan
Full petal jacket
Coach 1941 leather jacket ($1,450), dress (similar style — $695), booties (similar style — $495), bracelet ($155) and bag ($295) all from Coach, 595 Madison Avenue | Sterling-silver “Cigar Paper” ring ($243) from Allison Bryan | Fishnet socks ($6) from We Love ColorsJoshua Jordan
Gothic princess
Dress ($21,000) and briefs ($740) both from Dior, 21 East 57th Street | No. 21 shoes ($554) from Numero Ventuno | Choker ($650) and “Lou” wristlet ($390) both from Eddie Borgo | 18-k yellow gold palm cuff with diamonds ($3,460) from Paige Novick | Borgioni 18-k rose-gold ring with diamonds ($5,520) from Broken English, 56 Crosby StreetJoshua Jordan
Wear your heart on your sleeve
Vera Wang Collection jacket and tank top (prices upon request) and skirt ($695) all from Vera Wang, 323-602-0174 | Choker ($48) from Danielle Guizio NYJoshua Jordan
Tough love
Gown, $11,500, and shoes, $1,790, both at Gucci; Platinum and diamond earrings, necklace, bracelets and ring (prices upon request) from Harry Winston, 718 Fifth Avenue | Fishnet socks ($6) from We Love ColorsJoshua JordanFashion photos by Joshua Jordan
Crew credits: Fashion Editor: Serena French; Stylist: Anahita Moussavian; Hairstylist: Muriel Vancauwen for Exclusive Artists using Schwarzkopf and Olivia Garden; Makeup Artist: Cedric Jolivet using Giorgio Armani Beauty; Manicurist: Tatyana Molot using Chanel Le Vernis; Model: Maria D / Wilhelmina
