A new season means that you get to rediscover all of your favorites from past years. But sometimes even the best piece from last year can fall flat. When Emily tried this dress on, she said it felt a little like a sack, but she wasn't sure what to pair it with to create a better shape.

This dress comes with a thin sash in the same fabric, but since it doesn't add contrast or structure, I switched it out for a wide braided brown belt to create a waist.

To add a punch of color, I added a bright bauble necklace in a warm red-coral. The necklace doesn't need to be as large as the one pictured, just look for something to lighten and brighten the tan and brown in the dress!

Emily is always looking for ways to wear her white linen blazer so I decided to pair it back to the dress to add more structure. When a dress needs definition, style it with jackets instead of cardigans to offset all the soft edges.

For a killer color combination that is always on trend, add pops of red to your black and white outfit. I chose a sparkly bracelet to be the statement jewelry piece of this outfit to avoid obscuring the detailed neckline of this dress with a necklace. The most important thing to remember when accessorizing a highly detailed dress is that your jewelry should not cover up the elements that make the item special in the first place. Although the earrings are only a stud, they subtly pick up the flower motif of the dress and mimic the red in the shoes to add sparkle near the face. This accessory set is a great way to add fun flair for a cocktail party or an evening wedding.

Red and metallic accents are also a great way to add a punch to your favorite little black dress or to spice up your basic black suit. To get the most use out of your red accents throughout the summer, try pairing them back to yellow, orange or navy.