This season, jewelry takes a whole new take on the phrase 'making a statement'. For those of you who love collecting baubles and bracelets: good news! Plastic, beads, pendants and gemstones are all the rage this season. Bold, colorful pendants, large cocktail rings and thick cuff bracelets stand out on any outfit. Accessories in brightly colored gemstones in all shapes and sizes add a splash of color to your look. Accessorize any outfit by sticking with one statement piece and keep the rest of your jewelry very minimal.

This look is classic and easy to achieve - and doesn't come at a hefty price tag! For a daywear look, wear long and bold necklaces with plain or turtleneck tops. Scale the pendant down to wear in open necklines. If your ensemble is simple or monotone, look for everything from bold plastic shapes to metal pieces and classic pearls.

Where to get this look: Scour the markets - with the Eid and wedding season coming up, jewelry is one of the biggest hot sellers at any marketplace - be it Liberty Market (Lahore) or Gulf (Karachi) as well as retail outlets such as Mantra in Karachi. It's also a good idea to pick up a number of expensive pendants in your favorite colors - think of it as an investment!