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accessory
A fashionable additional item that complements clothing but is not necessary, such as a bag, a scarf, or jewelry.
Sie trug eine auffällige Kette als einziges Accessoire zu ihrem schlichten schwarzen Kleid.
She wore a striking necklace as the only accessory with her simple black dress.
'Accessoire' (accessory) is a loanword from French. This explains the spelling and pronunciation, which are unusual for German. It is used almost exclusively in the context of fashion and style.
Für den perfekten Look fehlen nur noch die passenden Accessoires.
For the perfect look, only the right accessories are still missing.
To describe the function of an object as a fashion accessory, the construction 'etwas als Accessoire tragen/nutzen' (to wear/use something as an accessory) is often used.
Er trägt seine Brille nicht zum Sehen, sondern nur als modisches Accessoire.
He doesn't wear his glasses to see, but only as a fashion accessory.
Common adjectives combined with 'Accessoire' (accessory) describe its style or suitability, for example: 'modische', 'elegante', 'passende', or 'auffällige' accessories.
Zu ihrem Outfit wählte sie einige schlichte, aber elegante Accessoires.
She chose a few simple but elegant accessories to go with her outfit.
jewelry / decoration
'der Schmuck' and 'das Accessoire' both belong to the area of fashion and appearance. 'Schmuck' means things like rings, necklaces, or bracelets that you wear on the body. 'Accessoire' is broader: it can also include a bag, scarf, belt, or hat, and jewelry can be an accessory. Learners may confuse the words because jewelry is often part of an outfit. If you are talking specifically about necklaces or rings, 'Schmuck' is more precise. If you mean a fashionable extra item for the whole outfit, 'Accessoire' fits better.
Ein heller Schal ist im Winter ein praktisches Accessoire.
A light-colored scarf is a practical accessory in winter.
Sie hat ihren Schmuck vor dem Sport abgelegt.
She took off her jewelry before exercising.