Elaborate beading on a black tank turns a wardrobe staple into a statement-making piece. Slip it on under a blazer and punch up a simple outfit with cool embellishment. (on sale now for $58)

Colorful accessories are the perfect place to experiment with semi-precious stones. Shoulder-scraping lapis chandelier earrings by Siman Tu ($275) give your evening look a pop of brilliantly hued blue.

Metallics and stones are an organic combo. Bronze sandals by Bo’em ($195) are the perfect backdrop for three naturally-shaped and marbled stones.

Straw bags are a must-have for beach weather, but when you trade in your carryall for a little raffia clutch, you’ve suddenly gone from beach to chic. Kotur’s straw clutch ($311) with polished jade and tigereye clasp is right at home at a breezy patio soirée on a balmy night. Clutch in one hand, caipirinha in the other.

Hot off her ‘06 CFDA Fashion Fund award, designer Doo-Ri Chung has put her own spin on Swarovski with a 20-piece collection for Atelier Swarovski. This modern but delicate doo.ri cuff ($245) puts chunky crystal pieces on a burgundy cuff and covers them in gauzy organza.