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The Look

Get into a mix-and-match mood and embrace the art of accessorizing. Glam up the gala with attention to detail.

Michelle Roe El Paseo

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Express yourself  boldly without saying a word by marrying metal gold, silver, and leather. Drop a lavender, burgundy, or moody green stone onto your favorite little black dress, and steal the light with vintage-inspired pieces that are utterly contemporary.

A Dash of Sparkle

Express yourself  boldly without saying a word by marrying metal gold, silver, and leather. Drop a lavender, burgundy, or moody green stone onto your favorite little black dress, and steal the light with vintage-inspired pieces that are utterly contemporary.

Nanis Italian Jewels Ipanema semi precious stones necklace and ring, at The Jewelry Bar, Palm Desert, 760-862-1809; and white gold diamond flower earrings with rubellite, at El Paseo Jewelers, Palm Desert, www.elpaseojewelers.com

At Your Feet

The right pair of shoes can make or break even the most extraordinary outfit. Strut your stuff with a strappy flourish or oversized bow that is anything but shy. Remember, you can’t loom large without a good foundation.

Jimmy Choo’s Lilyth mixed-media bow sandals, at Saks Fifth Avenue, Palm Desert, www.saksfifthavenue.com; Twister pump and Slits sandal, at Stuart Weitzman, Palm Desert, www.stuartweitzman.com; and Licorice heels, at Kate Spade, New York, Palm Desert, www.katespade.com

A Hint of Whimsey

Two words: polka dots! Is there a better way to say “fun”? Just don’t overdo it, or they’ll redirect you to the costume party down the block. But a measured dollop of goofy cheer says you’re here to have fun, and would love to have someone to join you?

Evening belles carley clutch and wedding belles penguin suit clutch, at Kate Spade, New York, Palm Desert, www.katespade.com; and Gemma clutch, at Trina Turk, Palm Springs, www.trinaturk.com

Man of the Hour

Elegant or whimsical accessories can also make the man. Eton-designed bow ties with matching pocket squares introduce Old World charm to New World elan. Skull-embossed cuff links and bracelets demand attention … politely. For the ultimate in dapper, choose fanciful suede loafers, cufflink stud sets, and a silk bow or sparkling Swarovski tie.

Eton skull motif cuffs, at Mares Menswear of El Paseo, Palm Desert, www.maresmenswear.com; Italo Ferretti Swarovski tie, Arnau button-down shirts, Aldo Bruè mocassins, and Brioni bow tie, at Pompeii’s, Men’s Fine Apparel, Palm Desert; www.pompeiismensapparel.com