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If you define yourself as a safe dresser, then the approaching Christmas season – and the shimmer and sparkles that go hand-in-hand with it – may seem daunting. The key to pulling off sequins is to ground the light-refracting embellishment with sensible, frill-free pairings, like a basic knit or a checked oversized blazer (or both). If you’re new to the shiny world of sequins, here’s a fool-proof guide to wearing them with style this winter.
You’ve made the move and bought your first glitterati piece of the season, but you’re anxious it might be too standout-ish. Tone down your shine with gorgeous, luxurious knitwear. A knit not only adds an interesting layer of contrast, but it is a more modern approach to wearing a sequin midi skirt; particularly if you’re in your 30s or 40s.
This pastel, feather-trimmed knit from Uterque, below, is equal parts glamorous and elegant. A pair of black leather Vetement pumps gives soft feathers a tough edge, while sparkly hoop earrings, from Topshop, perfectly tops- and-tails the entire look. And when party season is over, each piece works independently too.
Sequinned midi skirt, €39.95 at zara.com, pastel feather-trimmed sweater, €125 at uterque.com, leather pumps by Vetements, €424 at theoutnet.com, Christmas sequin link drop earrings, €16 at topshop.com
Apart from Halloween, the festive period is the other time when it’s totally acceptable to experiment with more avant-garde trends. But even so, high shine make-up doesn’t always end up looking polished and chic. That was until make-up icon Pat McGrath sent her models – like the Hadid sisters and Karen Elson – down the runway at Versace SS17 wearing immaculate, shimmering wine-red lips. I really love how natural this make-up is except for a slight brush of mascara and then, of course, high-voltage lips. If you’re not quite ready for glitter lips, then a chic and subtle glitter liner along your top lid will do just nicely.
Bella Hadid for Versace
Path Mc Grath Lust 004 Lip Kit – Everything, €162 at Netaporter.com. Yves Saint Laurent Babydoll Mascara, €32.50 at Boots
The inevitable party season means our wardrobe and beauty kits need to be ready to go from desk-to-dancefloor in a flash. A sequin dress or trousers, paired with a smart blazer, is a simple and effective way to help you look the part all day and long into the night. I love this party-ready sequin dress by Love Moschino, below. Paired with a classic Prince of Wales blazer, it’s the perfect office ensemble for early-morning meetings and briefings. For dinner hour, lose the blazer (or let it drape over your shoulders) for a sultry, out-of-office vibe. I finished this look off with a pair of pink Ganni pumps for a pop of colour.
Prince of Wales wool-blend blazer by Irish & Ink, €226, sequinned cotton-blend mesh mini dress by Love Moschino, €259, both at theoutnet.com, bow kitten heel pumps, €239 at ganni.com