How to accessorize your women's suit (with style)?

A well-cut suit lays the foundations: structure, allure, confidence. But it's often the accessories that define a silhouette, assert a style or twist a classic look. At 17H10, we like to explore the infinite potential of tailoring, and that includes the art of accessorizing with the right touch.

Here's our guide to accessorizing a suit in a way that's modern, feminine... and above all, personal.

1. Shoes: between elegance and fashion

Minimalist pumps or sandals

The classic and effective option.
We prefer them with a low heel, pointed or square toe for a more modern look.

Heeled booties and boots

Ideal for autumn or winter with a baggy pants for example.
Textured leather or an original shape can add real personality.

White or colored sneakers

To break the codes and give your outfit a casual look. Don't hesitate to mix different items.
Perfect for a city look or a casual Friday.
More fashionable shoes
Mules,
Patent-finish babies,
Chunky loafers
Slingback

To complete your suit in style, you can rely on shoes from JULES & JENNa committed French brand that combines elegance and responsibility. Their sober, well-thought-out models fit perfectly into a professional wardrobe without sacrificing comfort or ethics.

2. Bags: small size, big impact

Play with colors or textures to add relief (crocodile, suede, bright hues).

Structured mini bag or shoulder bag

They add a feminine, contemporary touch.
Worn as a crossbody, they lighten the silhouette and free the hands.

Soft leather bag or chic fanny pack

For more active days.
They instantly modernize a more classic tailored silhouette.

3. Jewelry: delicate or bold?

Fine jewelry (gold, silver, pearls)

For discreet elegance that accompanies without weighing down.
Layered necklaces, slender hoop earrings, multiple rings.

Statement jewelry

A rigid necklace, a pair of sculptural earrings or a bracelet large can transform a streamlined silhouette.

If your suit is sober, don't hesitate to let loose with the jewelry. If the cut or color is strong, opt for simplicity.

4. Belts: to mark the silhouette or emphasize style

The belt is a powerful accessory, especially with a jacket worn closed or as a dress.

Slim leather belt: feminine and discreet.
Wide or corseted belt: very fashionable, perfect for structuring a look. oversized jacket.
Tone-on-tone fabric belt: for a sleek, modern look.

5. Other details that make all the difference

The tie

The tie is making a comeback, but not like before. It's becoming a style accessory in its own right, borrowed from the men's wardrobe and turned on its head.

How to wear it with a suit?

Over a perfectly buttoned white shirt for an assertive look.
Relaxed, slightly loose with a flowing shirt for an effortless, fashionable look.
Contrast color or pattern to create a focal point.

Dare to use a thin silk tie or a vintage printed version to give character to a minimalist silhouette.

Scarves, lavalieres & removable collars

Silk scarf tied around the neck or in the hair

A touch of French chic.
Match subtly with suit colors or accessories.

Lavallière or contrasting collar

For a twist on a classic white shirt.
Couture effect guaranteed.

Glasses and other details that make all the difference when wearing a women's suit

Oversized sunglasses, decorative eyeglass chains, vintage brooch on jacket, visible socks, felt hat... Small details often make big looks.

And because you're wearing a suit, it's all about dosage: a sober silhouette allows you to dare stronger accessories, and vice versa.

The suit is an ideal backdrop: structured, elegant, versatile. The right accessories give it depth, modernity and... a lot of you.

At 17H10, we like to think of the suit as a base that can be customized ad infinitum. So, today, chic tie or belted belt?

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