How to Wear Sequins For Spring
The Right Way to Wear Daytime Sequins – Without Going Over the Top
Sequins: we all wear them, we all love them — yet somehow, we still tend to fear them. While it seems perfectly appropriate to sport a sequined dress or miniskirt for a night out with the girls, most of us clench up at the thought of wearing our sparkly pieces to the office or out during broad daylight. One thing is for sure, though: sequins aren't going anywhere. They took over the Spring runways, with designers like Jenny Packham, Tory Burch, Diane von Furstenberg, and Tracy Reese showing daytime-friendly sequins — not to mention brands like Parker, Topshop, and Alice + Olivia offering casual-glam sequin pieces that can easily be worn during office hours. If you're wondering how to pull this off, just follow these tips:
- Keep your color palette on the light, bright side. The reason why Diane von Furstenberg and Jenny Packham's springtime sequins work so well is because they're in sweet, sorbet-colored hues that give off a soft and feminine feel, not Saturday night on the dance floor.
- Mix your sequined pieces with something more casual. Sequins have the amazing ability to instantly read "dressy." In order to make them work for daytime, all you have to do is temper the pizzazz with something more laid-back, like a white t-shirt tucked into a sequined skirt, or a denim button-down over a sparkly dress. If you're feeling especially bold, try a sequined tank with a white blazer and sneakers.
- Go easy on the jewelry: Consider your sequins as a built-in accessory; you're already sparkling and reflecting light upon walking into a room, so there's no need to pile on necklaces or flashy earrings. If going sans baubles makes you feel naked, stick to a couple of thin bangles or a single cocktail ring.
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Designers like Tory Burch, Nonoo, Diane von Fusternberg, and Tracy Reese showed sequined separates in relaxed silhouettes and pretty, daytime-friendly hues.
This sparkly shift dress would look great with a white blazer.
Robert Rodriguez Sleeveless Sequin Shift Dress ($725)
We'll be wearing this pale sequin tank with boyfriend jeans and a cardigan.
Topshop Sequin Double Layer Vest ($50)
Tory Burch's zigzag prints have a decidedly art-deco feel — and would look great with a pair of jeans.
Tory Burch Jill Stripe Sequin Top ($695)
The office cool girl would wear this sequined top with dark denim jeans, beat-up Converse, and a messy bun.
Diane von Furstenberg Hanka Sequined Top ($400)
Slouchy sequined harem pants somehow look totally neutral when paired with a t-shirt and sneakers.
Free People Mermaid Sequin Harem Pants ($468)
This ladylike jacquard dress reminds us of something Daisy Buchanan would have worn to the workplace.
Preen Matilda Sequined Jacquard Dress ($4,565)
Get a hint of sparkle by adding this collared tee with trousers.
By Malene Birger Ilyas Sequined Crepe Top ($595)
How sweet is this DVF dress? We'd pair it with nude strappy heels and a simple clutch.
Diane von Furstenberg Izzy Sequined Silk Dress ($600)
We love how this colorblock dress pretty much does the work for you.
Parker Cluster Sequin Tank Dress ($253)
This striped tunic would look great on its own, or with black tights and ankle booties come evening.
Topshop Sequin Stripe Tunic ($360)
Wear this floaty, feminine tank top with a pair of white skinny jeans.
Reiss Kelly Sequined Top ($210)
Pair this printed mini with a denim button-down or plain white tee.
Zara Printed Sequined Skirt ($129)
We love the subtle lemon hue on this skirt — it would look great with a slouchy gray tee and oxfords.
J.Crew Citron Sequined Mini Skirt ($595)
This Spring-perfect sweater would look cool with denim cutoffs or a black leather pencil skirt.
Markus Lupfer Palm Tree Sequined Wool Sweater ($480)
The sequined crosses on these shorts are subtle, which makes them perfect for daytime wear.
Wildfox White Label Romeo & Juliet Shorts ($145)
This sequined silk dress would look great with a navy blazer for the office.
Alice + Olivia Sequined Silk Dressa ($440)
This hexagon-print would pretty much go with everything.
ASOS Mini Skirt In Hexagon Sequin ($134)
This ultra-ladylike dress would work just as well for brunch with the girls as it would for a night out with your guy.
Victoria, Victoria Beckham Cloud-Print Georgette Dress ($1,050)
Throw this cool sequined jacket over a tee and jeans for a pop of daytime glam.
6 Shore Road Starry Nights Jacket ($145)
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