summer accessories

{clockwise from top left: ASOS loafers, french sole flats, ASOS clutch, j.crew flats, j.crew cork clutch, ASOS bow belt, ASOS bow belt, nixon watch, ASOS tote, ASOS clutch}

i just found out i am officially spending this summer in NYC working as an intern with condé

 nast. of course, the first thing that came to mind (after OMG, OMG, OMG) was: what will i wear?

i'm not entirely sure what my dress code will entail, but i'm guessing my normal summer uniform of sundresses and sandals is out of the question. instead of investing in an entire new wardrobe, though, i'm hoping some strong (and affordable) accessories will do all the work for me. 

simple outfits with statement-making bags, shoes, belts, watches, etc. are not only easy, but chic in that effortless, oh-i-just-threw-this-together kind of way. the pastels and brights above  are all on my wish list; those perfect pale blue flats would brighten up an all-black ensemble, ditto for the bold clutches, which could double as foolproof evening bags. 

II emily