#thecollected

We're loving the immaculate detail of this day! 

Plus it's so easy to take this bag from day to night.

Day Bag

Throw the long gold chain over one should or wear it cross body to get your day started. This bag is also big enough to fit all your everyday necessities. 

You can dress it down, for a day look, with a simple white collared shirt and jeans, or add it on top of a dress and cardigan look. 

Evening Clutch 

The versatility of the bag lends itself to being held, in one arm, as a clutch (like the image above). After a long evening, you have the capabilities of slinging it over one shoulder. 

Dress up your look by playing off of the detail on the bag. Add gold heels to your look, or a statement necklace. Break out your little black dress, or pair it with a tailored trousers and blazer look. 

Either way you go, a bag like this will automatically upgrade your look.

Hello Collectors!

How many of you had your first snowfall of the season today? We sure did!

So we want to hear from you, what ways are you using your #collectedstyle to stay warm this winter season?

Let us know, and don't forget to use #collectedstyle, on your photos, to show us.

How many of you have checked out our youtube video? 

Love the bold look metallics bring to any outfit? 

Keep these three tips in mind next time you style with metallics and you'll be as good as gold. 

1) Matte Matters

If you are looking to get away with wearing metallic clothing in the day time stick with pieces that are matte. A matte skirt or trousers are more appropriate for the office or school- while shimmery metallics scream night time.  

2)Accessorize 

The safest way to pull off wearing metallics (without looking like the tin man) is through accessories. Look for a gold clutch, or a handbag with gold detailing. Dress up your look with silver tipped heels, or a metallic collar necklace. 

3) Neutral is crucial 

Ready to try full on bold metallics? Be sure to pair them with pieces of a neutral colour palette. Gold and copper tones pair beautifully with greys, pinks, and creams. While Silver should be styled with blacks, greys and whites.

We love the way @mikaylakuehn styled here back to basic look with a fun animal print jacket, to add her own personal style  

We sat down with avid collector Vivian and asked her, her favourite way to use the app, favourite fashion trends and everything in-between.   

'Most people know you for your modern boho outfits and colourful accessories, but how would you describe your personal style?'

'You pretty much summed it up, but to expand on that I usually joke that I love clothing so much that I can never decide what to wear, and that is why my outfits are typically so layered.' 

Do you have any tips on how to achieve that coveted layered look?'

'Well I mostly look for pieces that pair well together, and that I mean the colours, fabrics and patterns all compliment and contrast one another equally. The key to the best layered look is to make sure it looks effortless, and to pair fitted pieces with oversized pieces. People also forget that it's not just clothing that you can layer, but that layering accessories is a fun trick as well. 

'What's your favourite way to use the collected app?'

'I love that I can sell, shop, and search style ideas all in one place. I mainly use the app to search for  unique pieces, or the hidden gems in someones closet, that they no longer require. It's like a modern version of thrift shopping- and I can do it all from my bed!'

'You definitely do seem to find amazing pieces, any advice on how to find the perfect piece?'

'I think the perfect piece means something different to everyone, but as long as you stay true to your personal style then your set. It's always fun to try something a little different then you usually wear, and I find the collected app is a great place to do that. Instead of walking around to 100 different shops or online sites I can just scroll through and find what speaks to me.'

'It's been so much fun talking to you today, thank you so much. Any last words for your fellow collectors out there?'