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Accessories Street Style: If I Were A Boy

Menswear-inspired accessories: bedazzled baseball caps, oversized metal watches and cool kicks give way to a tomboy-chic trend.
By Celia L. Smith and Myeisha Essex · Updated October 28, 2020
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Funky Fresh

Wedge sneakers by Isabel Marant.

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Masculine Moment

Toughen up a dainty dress with an oversized metal watch.

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Grunge Groove

Boutique sneakers.

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Looking Dapper

Bowties just for boys? Not anymore, sharpen your style with a classic neck piece.

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Fancy Feet

Paul Smith suede oxford shoes.

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Top It Off

Crystal embellished baseball cap by Zara.

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Heavy Metal

Mixed metal watch by Michael Kors.

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Tie it

Designer Donya Campbell wears a vintage top, ASOS pants, tie by Dlyle Treasure and  Paul Smith shoes.


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Red Hot

Wedge sneakers by Liberty of London for Nike.

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Sneaker Swag

Wedge sneakers by Topshop.

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Black Pride

Tonal black watch by Michael Kors.

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Spikes and Studs

Spiked sneakers by Aldo.

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