"Big" Accessories for Summer that Are Cheap and Trendy

Summer is here! That means you're out of the house and ready for the warm weather. If ever you want to look your best, summertime is the time. Every year we are introduced to trendy summer accessories. Here are ten that will keep you in step with fashion, yet won't empty your bank account.

1. Headbands

Headbands were big in the 60's. In later years, people still wore them, but they looked dowdy. (Remember Hillary Clinton's?) Now headbands are back in a big way. Headbands are great for women with shoulder length hair to long hair. Wear your hair down or sweep it up into a bun, accented with a headband. Forever21.com has beautiful headbands, all for under $10.00.

2. Big Sunglasses

Popular summer accessories include sunglasses. If you're going to wear sunglasses, make them big! There are corrective lenses, but for those who can enjoy a non-prescription pair of glasses, big sunglasses come in various styles and shapes. Choose your big sunglasses from Target. They make a great accessory at an inexpensive price.

3. Big Purses

Continuing with the big theme, big is the name of the game when it comes to purses. Save the tiny bags for dressy evenings and sport a big purse for your everyday wear. Many women will splurge on shoes and purses, buying items of better quality. Now you can do that without robbing a bank. Look to Bluefly for big beautiful designer purses at great prices. Most are more than half off.

4. Flip Flops

Summer accessories main attraction could be flip flops. These items are no longer restricted to the pool. So popular are flip flops that today you can wear them with virtually anything. Buy a rhinestone studded pair of flip flops for a dressy evening. Sport a classic rubber flip flop, in any color of the rainbow, with shorts and tops. Flip flops today are made out of many different materials and consist of a wide variety of designs. Try Walmart for a wide variety of flip flops.

5. Tribal Trend

A look known as "Tribal" has made a hit this summer. This is a look that has been seen on such stars as Sex and the City's Sarah Jessica Parker. However, you don't have to spend a fortune to copy the look. Go to Forever 21 for this cute necklace under $10.

6. Big Beaded Jewelry

Yet another big trend are big beaded necklaces. Dainty jewelry is definitely out. Dress up that casual summer look with a pair of clunky beads like these on Jessica Simpson. You won't blow your savings if you shop for them at Forever 21, Target, or Charlotte Russe.

7. Head Scarfs

Just like the headband, head scarfs are coming back for summer accessories. If your mom still has her 70's head scarfs, steal those. Otherwise, look to Forever21 for some creative head scarfs to rock with your outfits.

8. Hoop Earrings

Hoop earrings are a classic look that never goes out of style. Hoop earrings are big this season and look great with all your casual and dressy looks. Go to Claire's for a large selection of hoop earrings.

9. Bling Out Your Phone

Everybody has a cell phone, right? The fashion conscious crowd is doing the bling, bling! Bling out your phone with colorful rhinestones for a hot summer trend. Go to Fashion Cell Shop.

10. Bangles

Don't forget your wrists, but dainty bracelets are out! Today's summer fashion accessories include big, bangles in many different colors and patterns. Go to Target for beautiful bangles.