Perfect Accessories for Every Summer Occasion

Not sure when to clutch and when to cross-body? Worry not—we've taken the guesswork out of accessorizing all your summer soiree looks. So, whether you have a calendar full of weddings or are hitting all the music fests, we've found the perfect shoes, bags and jewelry for your hot-weather wardrobe.

Afternoon Wedding—White T-Straps

For mid-day nuptials, get inspired by Jessica Chastain's towering white Calvin Klein Collection heels. T-bar platforms in a summery shade gracefully toe the line between ladylike and sultry.

T-strap mary janes, ASOS, $157; asos.com.

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Afternoon Wedding—Diamante Chain

Olivia Palermo added some dazzle to her eclectic mix of separates with a diamond-studded Faberge necklace. Toast the bride and groom in a similarly sparkle-enhanced shorts suit.

Collar necklace, BaubleBar, $38; baublebar.com.

2 of 14 Olivia Palermo added some dazzle to her eclectic mix of separates with a diamond-studded Faberge necklace. Toast the bride and groom in a similarly sparkle-enhanced shorts suit.

Evening Wedding—Bright Clutch

Formal wedding on the agenda? Follow the lead of the peerless Diane Kruger who contrasted her pastel gown with a neonPrada clutch. Try a bubble gum-bright minaudiere for an eye-popping alternative.

Neon minaudiere, Zara, $36; zara.com.

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Evening Wedding—Major Cuff

Sienna Miller put a rock and roll spin on a basic black maxidress with a chunky Pamela Love cuff. Pop on some heavy metal for a spotlight-stealing formal look.

Gold-plated cuff, Dannijo, $295;charmandchain.com.

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Girls' Night Out—Statement Necklace

Jennifer Hudson pumped up her flirty tee and skirt with a jeweled Isharya necklace. Impress the ladies with your own can't-miss-it tiered version.

Beaded necklace, J.Crew, $128; jcrew.com.

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Girls' Night Out—See-Through Pumps

Run the world, or at least your next Girls' Night Out in Beyonce-approved vinyl-sided pumps (Bey's are by Christian Louboutin).

Patent leather and vinyl shoes, Theyskens'Theory, $345; theory.com.

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Date Night—Tassel Earrings

Mad Men breakout star Jessica Pare amped up her after-dark look with shoulder-dustingTiffany & Co. tassel earrings. Frame your face for your own personal Don Draper in a jade-studded version.

Jade tassel earrings, Kenneth Jay Lane, $60;charmandchain.com.

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Date Night—Sexy Sandals

This is how to heat up a LWD for an evening out with your honey! Gabrielle Union kept her style simple and sexy by adding turquoise sandals to her formfitting sheath.

Suede wedges, Barneys Co-op, $295;barneys.com.

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BBQ—Metallic Sneakers

Stay cute and comfortable at your next backyard bash with gilded sneakers a laBrooklyn Decker (in glittering Miu Miu lace-ups).

Leather and mesh sneakers, Superga, $85;singer22.com.

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BBQ—Espadrilles and a Mini-Bag

Hit a picnic in a vintage-inspired sundress retrofitted with versatile accessories likeKrysten Ritter's Aldo espadrilles and ultra-tiny Sud De Sur cross-body.

Espadrilles, Aldo, $70; aldoshoes.com.
Chain-strap bag, Nine West, $59;ninewest.com.

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