Sharyn GreensteinI have been seeing sequins on Hollywood stars everywhere lately. Diane Keaton, Eva Longoria, Salma Hayek and Dakota Johnson all wore sequined outfits at the LACMA Art & Film Gala last week. Adele wore a black sequin gown to her tv filming in London, and Kristen Stewart adorned a glittery silver blazer for her Tonight Show taping last week. It seems that stars are embracing sparkle and shine in their outfits, as more gatherings and parties are held in person and life seems to be heading towards more normalcy.
How do us BA50’s incorporate this trend into our own wardrobes this holiday season? The key is to make the look more modern and less “over the top” by pairing the stand-out piece with something less dressy. An easy and chic way is to wear a sequined or shiny top or blazer with a pair of denim instead of the expected pair of black pants. Or consider wearing sequin striped joggers or satin trousers with a neutral colored sweater or blouse for an effortless and comfortable look. An unstructured stretch velvet blazer with some shine to the fabric (I love the one from Evereve below) worn with a cami underneath is another fabulous choice.
I encourage you to shop your own wardrobe (most of us own something sparkly that has been hiding at the back of our closet) and experiment with making some new, unexpected outfit combinations. If you would like some inspiration or might want to add a new piece or two this holiday season, see my festive selections below.
Chic stretch velvet elevates this classic silhouette, perfect for pairing with a blouse and trousers or your favorite jeans-and-tank combo. At Evereve.
Smooth satin joggers from Halogen sport sequin stripes on each side to deliver a festive look. Also in black at Nordstrom.
Allover foil dots elevate this soft chiffon blouse from Vince Camuto framed by smocked-cuff puff sleeves. Also in black and cream at Nordstrom.
An easy-to-wear top with a bit of shine pairs beautifully with satin wide leg trousers. At Evereve.
Dazzling allover sequins illuminate this balloon-sleeve blouse that’s the life of the party. From Vince Camuto at Nordstrom and also in red and black.
Shine all season in this velvety Allison Joy top, featuring fluttery ruffle details and a keyhole closure at back. Pair with denim or vegan leather for a soft and chic look on any occasion. At Evereve.
Shimmering sequins adorn this standout top by Allison Joy. Featuring short puff sleeves and a keyhole back, this party-ready tee shines with everything from denim to wide leg trousers. At Evereve.
From Allison Joy at Evereve, this flattering blouse has a bit of shine but can be worn during the day too. Smocking detail at the waist solves the whether to tuck or not dilemma.
Turn heads in the sparkly Show Stopper Duster by BB Dakota. Silver sequins adorn this knee-length silhouette creating a dazzling display that will add a pop to any look. Layer over a cami and jeans for a fun night out with the girls, or turn up the heat by layering over a slip dress and heels. At Evereve.
For a relaxed yet festive look, try this Cheers tee by Chaser at Evereve. Would pair well with joggers too.
Make your moment shine with this glittering sequin top from Halogen at Nordstrom. Low scoop back adds some drama. Also in 3 other colors.
From Vince Camuto, luscious fluttering sleeves frame this foil-dot blouse topped with an airy neckline cutout. At Nordstrom.