The 16 Most Iconic Accessories Of All Times

The perfect accessory makes an outfit, whether it be piled-on jewels, a signature shade, or statement shoes. While some accessories are saved for special occasions, others become the piece you’re never seen without, or the one time wearer that makes you famous forever. From Brigitte Bardot’s bow to Carrie Bradshaw’s Manolos, we look back at some of the most iconic accessories over time.

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#1. Audrey Hepburn’s black flats.

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#2. Marilyn Monroe’s fur shawl.

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#3. Coco Chanel’s pearls.

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#4. Grace Kelly’s headband.

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#5. Bridget Bardot’s bow.

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#6. John Lennon’s specs.

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#7. Princess Diana’s tiara.

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#8. Jane Birkin’s straw basket.

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#9. Jackie Kennedy’s oversized sunnies.

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#10. Elizabeth Taylor’s diamonds.

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#11. Naomi Campbell’s Vivienne Westwood platform boots.

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#12. Julia Roberts’ thigh-high boots.

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#13. Iris Apfel’s black-rimmed glasses.

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#14. Lady Gaga’s Alexander McQueen platforms.

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#15. Carrie Bradshaw’s Manolo’s.

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#16. Karl Lagerfeld’s motorcycle gloves.

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