Last month, I went to the Stephen Tulloch Foundation’s Wine Tasting Charity event.  It took place at Tre Monti in Troy.

Like many women do when they have somewhere to go… I stood in front of my closet desperately trying to figure out what to wear!

It was a dressy event, but not cocktail attire.  So where did that leave me?  I wanted to wear something that was “business” meets “happy hour.”  I put together a black blazer, black skirt with a white top.  It looked nice, but it didn’t have any pizazz!

That is when I took a lesson from my best friend’s closet.  My BFF Tia Conner always adds color to her outfits!

I started looking through what was in my accessory department, my storage room that has turned into a fashion haven!  I found purple heels and a matching purse.  In terms of earrings and necklaces, I have every color in the rainbow.  It was easy to find jewelry that matched my shoes!

After putting it all together, BOOM! I got myself an outfit that is classy and colorful, despite the black and white domination!

So my Syma Style advice to you: try adding colorful accessories to outfits that are very traditional and classic.  If you need help, you can always post questions here or on my Facebook page — www.facebook.com/symanews