Qimmah Saafir, 26

New York City

Striking jewelry and funky, feminine pieces are a far cry from the tomboy garb of Qimmah’s youth. As one of 10 children — six of them boys — she often wore her brothers’ hand-me-downs. While attending a women’s college, Qimmah, seeking a way to stand out, found herself drawn to offbeat details and punchy accessories. “I don’t want to look like everyone else walking down the street,” says Qimmah, now an editor at a hip-hop music magazine. “I’d rather make a big statement.”

To achieve Qimmah’s eclectic style (shown, clockwise from top left):

Libertine for Target cotton blouse, $22, www.target.com/go.

Delman suede heels, $295, 800-233-6462.

Michel Perry heels in leather and patent leather, $660, Searle, 212-753-9021.

Nine West suede heels, $89, Nordstrom, 888-282-6060 for locations.

Rebecca Taylor cotton blouse, $320, 212-966-0406.

Jamin Puech leather bag, $635, 212-431-5200.

Calico Juno stone necklace with gold-filled chain, $110, www.calicojunodesigns.com.

Icing plastic necklace, $8.50, www.icingbyclaires.com.

Danielle wood-and-bead earrings, $162, 323-653-9600.

Aldo canvas flats, $70, www.aldoshoes.com.