Style 101: Tips for Every Woman

A broken clasp can be repaired. An unhinged bag handle can be refastened. A bag ripped along a seam can be restitched. Avoid stiff leather, stains or scuffs on a bag, signature hardware that's damaged, missing stones or beads.

Mary-Kate Olsen uses unique pieces like her pristine vintage elephant belt to create the "vintage rocker chic" look she loves. "I'm inspired by sixties and seventies rock and roll and Woodstock," the actress has said.