Aksesuar

Aksesuar is the Turkish term for "accessory" and, in fashion and design usage, refers to items added to clothing, outfits, or objects to enhance appearance, function, or identity. Accessories complement rather than replace core garments and can alter the overall silhouette, color balance, or level of formality.

Common types include jewelry (necklaces, bracelets, rings), belts, bags, hats, scarves, gloves, sunglasses, watches, and footwear accents. In addition to fashion purposes, certain accessories serve practical needs, such as weather protection, storage, or safety devices.

Historically, accessories have been used to indicate status, profession, or affiliation, and to adapt outfits to differing social contexts. Across cultures, materials, motifs, and wearing rules reflect local aesthetics and customs. In modern fashion, accessories are a fast-moving category driven by designers, media, and consumer trends, with mass-market and handmade segments.

Production and materials vary widely, from metal, leather, fabric, and glass to plastics and synthetic fibers. Quality is often judged by craftsmanship, durability, and the harmony between an accessory and the wearer's overall look. Retail channels range from luxury houses and boutique studios to mass retailers and online marketplaces.

As a flexible design element, aksesuar can adapt to changing styles, climates, and cultural norms, making it a central part of fashion systems.