The right jewelry is a must for any modern woman. Well selected jewelry can instantly update any older or bland outfit to make it fashionable and contemporary once again. When choosing jewelry, think about specifics such as how it can highlight your best features, or compliment the outfit you are planning to wear. Every woman should have a great wardrobe of staple jewelry pieces she can use for both day and evening looks.

Here are some helpful tips for accessorizing jewelry with any outfit or occasion:

1. Layered jewelry
Stacking and layering jewelry is on trend this year, and likely to remain so for a long time. Stacking items is one way to create a look that is interesting and full of great details and textures. Wearing stacked jewellery creates a bohemian look and feel that draws attention to flattering attributes (i.e., a dress with a v-neckline), a top with a three-quarter length sleeve, or dangling earrings to showcase a long neck. Layering necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and rings allows you to mix and match various pieces and metals to create a unique look that’s both chic and elegant.

2. Choose metals that flatter your skin tone
When looking for statement jewelry pieces, focus on metals that flatter your skin tone. For example, if you have olive skin, warm golden or rose gold jewelry flatters the equally warm tones of your skin. While cool skin tones look best silver, white gold, or platinum metals. The same can be said for gemstones. Before purchasing a statement gemstone necklace, be sure to look at how the stone rests against your skin. This contrast will either flatter or look garish.

3. Patterns go with simple jewelry
Patterned dresses, blouses, and sweaters are statement pieces that can look too busy when paired with other patterns. The same is said for busy patterns and simple jewelry, which go together very well so as not to take attention away from a pattern. If you have lots of patterns in your wardrobe; it’s best to keep your jewelry choices very simple but tasteful. Gold jewelry, for example, is pretty and easy to wear with plaids and florals. Look for items with a bit of custom flair to them such as initial charms or engraved gold bracelets you can wear with any outfit, for any occasion.

4. Statement earrings
The ears deserve a lot of attention when it comes to dressing, particularly if you like to wear your hair up. Use statement earrings to highlight the face and neck. For example, Yurman starburst earrings offer a classic, elegant shine that pairs nicely with an updo, scarf, or an off the shoulder neckline. These earrings really bring out the bling and add shine. Dangly, crawler, and pearl earrings can also add something special to any outfit.

5. Choose necklaces that compliment necklines
Necklaces are a fabulous way to pull an entire outfit together. A statement necklace can serve as the centerpiece for the entire outfit or add a pop of color to a monochrome black or gray outfit. However, the neckline is particularly important. Choose a necklace that compliments the outfit’s neckline. For example, a v neckline draws attention to the midline of the body. So a layered look or a statement stone would be the perfect choice.

6. Wearing the right ring
Your fingers have much to tell the world. Plus, many want to show off those perfectly manicured nails. Rings can help add a bit of extra sparkle. For example, a single statement ring, such as a ring from Scott Kay Jewelry, can add some bling if you like to wear blacks, whites, or grays. While certain semi-precious stones, like rose quartz, lapis lazuli, garnet, or turquoise can flatter your favorite fabric shades.