Whether we like it or not – sequins are going to be a staple holiday embellishment in your closet for years to come. I remember about 3 years ago, the market was flooded with glitter, lurex, sequins, all over everything – you couldn’t find a basic top to save your life. It was right before I was leaving for Italy – was broke as a joke – but wanted some chic key pieces to bring over so that I could fit into a European aesthetic. Little did I know, before visiting, that Italy is swimming with embellishments – specifically Rome. The boys love it more than the girls – bedazzled hats, hoodies, sneakers…it was crazy. I was in Charles De Gaulle coming back from a weekend in Paris when I noticed the huge difference between my Alitalia flight’s line and the others – it was the most tacky line in the airport!
So – 3 years later I’m all about sequins, for Holiday strictly. I like my sequins in chic form, however, and the silhouette has to be absolutely condusive to that shine. I’m not into colors – I like my black or gold in small doses – and absolutely die for leather sequins (yes, it’s possible and they’re fabulous). Mini sequins are also a great alternative if you’re on the subtle side – it’s a less bulky, more drapable appearance and it looks more like a treatment rather than extra hardware. When putting together a look, don’t overdo it with fashion forward pieces - if it’s a sequin dress, pair it with opaque black tights and a subtle shoe – if it’s an accessory, make that be the statement piece, not your top or dress. Think Burberry circa Sienna Miller at the Met Ball – gold sequin shift dress, opaque tights, patent Mary Janes and a ponytail.
Bebe dress $89.50
Top Shop $55
Debenham’s headband $6
Express sequin leggings $98
