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ACCESSORIES & ASIAN AMERICAN WOMEN
(Updated Tuesday, Apr 1, 2008, 05:26:15 PM to reflect the 100 most recent valid responses.)

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WHAT YOU SAY

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I think that a good pair of sunglasses make a huge difference when going for a certain look. Nice shoes, purse, and elegant jewlery are essential, too.
I, myself, do not leave home without wearing my casual jewlery and purse.
---Toisan girl

my gucci sunglasses. it's wicked cool -- adds panache to almost any outfit.
pi21

THEY GO OVER THE TOP!!

I love LV handbags, period, can't get enough of them. Doesn't have to do with my self confidence or anything. I just loveee them.
LVgurl

I disagree, a good bag can last a lifetime. You can't go wrong with classic styles.
Asian Femme from California

whut thuh hell is "target?"
and I like Asian femme in Dixie's posts!
Karla

My best accessories are my bezel set white gold diamond necklace and my silver anklet.

Let me guess, a prada bag? I rarely carry a bag myself and when I do, it's usually more practical than something like that.
I prefer to make a statement with other things. But I guess that's what makes me different from so many other KAs and AAW.
KA girl

Why do so many Asian women lust after designer stuff? It's all way overpriced and not necessarily the best quality. I just think it shows that a person is insecure if she's fixated on designer products. There's stylish, good quality stuff at Gap, Banana Republic and, yes, even Wal Mart. You've got to have a good eye and know what to look for.
Seamstress

I don't buy into name brand bags cause they're a waste of money... whats the point of spending hundreds of dollars on a stupid bag... Your only buying the company's name and its stupid if this is how you gain your self confidence this way...

My favorite accessory is quite simple. It's my omega necklace. I have 2, each in 14K gold, and white gold. It's 16" in length and I think 2.5 mm wide or maybe smaller. It's the smallest "mm" available. It's ultra skinny and not necessarily expensive. I wear it with summer tops with jewel necks or those with a low cut round neck. It adds interest to my neck and accessorizes casual wear subtly without overwhelming my small frame. I got the idea from a Vogue magazine cover with Uma Thurman on it. It looked great on her.
24KaratGold

Hey for those of you who mentioned "dazzling eyewear" could any of you give me any tips? I am really out of the "asian loop" and have no idea what to do with my asian eyes when it comes to make-up!!
Please HELP!
B

To Asian fem....it sounds like YOU"RE TRYING TOO HARD!!!! Anyone that has to LIST their "name brands" is probably sporting Target. Get a life and stop posting on every board loser.

     I have this stunning black Gucci bag w/gold hardware that never fails to impress whereever I go.
     My other no-fail accessories are pair of classic diamond stud earring, Rolex & Omega watches & loads of Prada shoes. my other natural arsenal : my glossy black hair which sets off the all the Guccis & Pradas I wear
     Prada, Gucci & Fendi look awesome on asian woman; Chanel for more dressier occasions.
     I have mixed feelings about LV esp the gaudy eurotrash ones w/ logos. - & you look like youre trying way too hard
     forget-DKNY, that's for amatuers
asian fem in Dixie

I love Hermes scarves: I've got 63 of them the last time I counted! They lend elegance to everything, from denim to silk to...black rubber (just kidding!) The real Kelly bag is next on my list along with some Mikimoto pearls.
For women who are sick to death of highly recognisable logo bags: try Longchamps. It's as classic as Coach but with a bit more European panache.
Asian Dominatrix

Prada shoes & accesories looks hot on asians

COACH! COACH! COACH! These handbags are the best and look great...nothing beats diamond stud earrings and a great watch. What is up with Asians and Prada bags?! They suck!
Coach fan

I don't care about labels. If it's presentable and wearable, I'll use it. Think I'm cheap? maybe... comparing to my peers though, I could afford 4-year college in the US out of my own savings and see my peers got stuck in Malaysia. They keep telling me I wish I could go to the US like you. Deep down, I wanted to say that if you've saved the money that you spent for labels, you woulda been able to. but i didn't wanna make my friends feel bad.
JJ Augusta

Whatever makes you feel good! I bought a nice watch from Gucci, but regretted it later since it was overpriced. But yet at the same time, I think that if you can't afford to buy something "real", and I don't just mean designer labels, don't bother with junk jewelry! --nothing tackier than a pile of plastic - and I don't care if it's in!!
Chinese girl

To "Fashionable, hip, beautiful Chinese woman", LV is so passe. Every asian girl has one, I mean EVERY asian girl. Trust me, you are impressing nobody with that LV bag. How about a little creativity!!
Originality

They usually like them mostly from high end boutiques - Asian women in general have great style.

I agree!! A nice Rolex watch and 24k gold looks awsome!!

Well, I don't call this an accessory, but something's that's a part of me: My Goddess of Mercy necklace. Also, my green jade ring. I think jewerly should be timeless.
eggrolls@popstar.com

My Rolex watch is always on my wrist when I leave home. Also for occasions when I go to upscale malls, restaurants, towns, my Louis Vuitton bags never fail to impress. I feel special with them. Also, I get better service.
Fashionable, hip, beautiful Chinese woman

Just wear whatever enhances and suits an outfit! and especially if it shows your creative style and fashions sense even better!
Love Asian People!

I always got my slammin watch!
Don't worry Laos girl...it just depends on where you live! Theres a bunch of Laos here in Minnesota...Hmong peeps too! Just come and move down here!
viet girl

I never leave home with out my Gucci bag, goes w/ everything and very versatile!
Diella

My choices in apparel and accessories are:Gucci,Fendi,and Chanel

The most important accessory for all the women in world is money. When you have money you can buy whatever you want.

I can't be without my diamond earrings and watch.
DW's Princess

I have a collection of gorgeous antique pins that can jazz just about any old rag!

never leave home without my hotpink cell
Dawn

"palm 3 organizier [as accessory with most cache]"
[Chi-Am female, 22-27]

"I always receive compliments on my engagement ring and pendants."
[Taiwanese American female, 22-27]

"gloves [as the essential accessory]"
[Other male, 28-34]

"im a laotian canadian... how come know body knows about that lil small country called laos..when im older and when i get famous imma represent.... LAOS!!! Im 100% laotian.... were just as "asian" as the others..were practically more asian then Phillipines!!!! shoot!!" [Laotian-Canadian female, under 18]

Your Most Cherished Piece

"My black necklace that my aunt gave to me for Christmas. It looks good with anything I wear."

"An outdated styled handbag speaks louder than anything you can drape over yourself."

"I have this gorgeous neklace that has my name, Rei, in Japanese characters. It dresses up anything, from a strict black suit, to blue jeans!"

Changing Role of Accessories in Your Life

"these days i buy clothes that lets me show off my best accessories."

"More emphasis and budget allocation to handbags and shoes and precious jewelry."

"I've found that every dollar I spent on really good pieces always proved to save me five dollars on dresses. Accessories are like long term investments."

"When I was younger I would pick up nice pieces to impress friends. Now they are necessary to show that I am a credible professional. It's just how many people judge one another, especially among Asians. I am upset I can't write them off as a tax deduction!"

Brands with Most Cache

"Louis Vuitton just has more impressive lineage."

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