7 Ways to Channel the Opulence Trend This Spring ...

One way to channel the opulence trend is with your accessories and there are some wonderful ways to accessorize your look. From shoes to handbags to smart phone cases, there is no limit to the ways in which your accouterments can act as light reflectors to make you dazzle and shine even more than you already do!

Makeup is another sure fire way to channel this trend and what can be more glamorous that a touch of Dolce and Gabbana on your lips? The fashion house has in fact launched a number of shades called 'Sicilian Jewels Collection' for the more daring amongst you, with shades of bright purple, ruby red, amber gold and even an emerald green. But if you're a little too shy to go all out with one of these rich tones on your lips, you can blend these shades for a more muted but still glamorous look.

Baroque patterns and prints on garments will add that touch of opulence to your look. You can go all out with a floral jacquard dress or skirt or go for a subtler touch of glamour with organza.

Sequins are another way to add some glitz and sparkle to your look and it's not just for the festive season. Shimmer in sequins this spring, whether it be on your dresses, skirts or tops. These beautiful light reflecting gems will certainly make you stand out in the crowd.

Nails are a fabulous way to add a touch of glamour to your look and where once nail varnish used to suffice, the choice of nail art seems to be infinite. There are no limits to the ways in which you can varnish and indeed furnish the tips of your fingers (and toes if you so desire). Of course, there is an array of glitter finishes and gems you can add to your nails but there are also already embellished 2D and 3D nails, such as the ones from H&H nails from selfridges.com.

I'm a huge fan of jewelry and this trend really satisfies my desire to adorn myself in jewels and feel fabulous (even if they are fake!). Satisfy your inner glam queen with some statement jewelry in emerald greens and ruby reds. It's a great way to take your daytime jeans and T shirt from drab to fab in next to no time.

I love lace and it's one of those trends that will never date. You can wear it in the evening for a super sultry and sexy look or you can show a little lace during the day by combining with clean lines and tailoring.

These are my favorite ways to channel the inner opulence fiend in me. Which are yours?