“When the Accessory Is the Look” - with stylist Alex Herzog

Accessories are the Fall Protagonist.

A stylist’s guide with Alex Herzog

We are honored to have a very special guest with us in this edition, NYC stylist Alex Herzog; who has talked to us about the current role of accessories.

This season is simple: start with one sculptural accessory, then build the outfit around it. Clothes are cleaner, silhouettes calmer; the accessory does the talking.

For this story, we asked stylist Alex Herzog to show how she builds a look from a single accessory piece.

"Transitional weather is here - which can make getting dressed feel like a puzzle you didn’t sign up for. My easiest hack? Start with a bold, season-less accessory and build your outfit around it with light layers. When you have a standout piece carrying the look, you instantly feel pulled together. It’s honestly foolproof!

Alex Herzog

Alex's 30 second Layering Rules

"Here’s my cheat code for tricky weather: start with your statement accessory as the hero - it carries the look. Then add light, versatile layers - a crisp jacket, cardigan, or scarf that complements but doesn’t compete. You stay weather-ready without losing your style, and your standout piece always gets the spotlight. Layer smart, not heavy - foolproof and fast. "

Photo Credit: IG @sanfrancesco.art, Paris Fashion Week Rabanne

"Good style = confidence. Sometimes all it takes is one bold accessory. Layer lightly around it, and suddenly you’re effortless, weather-ready, and feeling unstoppable."

Alex Herzog

Follow Alex for more of her styling tips: IG @alex_herzog Email: alex@stylewithalex.com