Christmas Trends: Time to Sparkle!
Dress code: shimmer!
Always in style for the end of year social calendar, sequins and shimmers are made for festive fun.
For the Christmas parties, New Year’s festivities and everything in between, make a statement!
With party season drawing near, you may be wondering how to find an after-dark look that truly stands out from the crowd. As old-world glamour and a ‘more-is-more’ approach continue to dominate the season, styles swathed in sequins are a surefire (and on-trend) way to make an entrance.
Whether you’re after a simple statement sparkle piece of sparkle or are looking to go over the top, there’s plenty of ways to add some festive shimmer to your attire.
Read on for our tips on how to dress up your outfit this festive season to twinkle as bright as Christmas lights!
For the sparkle fans…
Let there be light! Everything twinkly is having a moment right now, and there’s no better time than the festive season to embrace it.
Sparkles have no age limit, so they can appeal to people of all ages. Loud, proud and easy-to-wear: their presence, however small, can have the biggest effect. Take one minute to get dressed and expect the whole night to look extra festive.
Sequins are so easy to style with black or a neutral tone, and a sequined party dress or skirt will turn you into competition with the shiniest disco balls and Christmas lights. To turn it up a notch, look for bright and bold colours in sequins and glitter. Dress it up even more with your favourite jewellery and you’ll be set to go.
Expression through glamour is more important than ever, with celebrations having been on the backburner for quite some time. Being able to come together once again in our best shimmery outfit possible enables us to embrace a brighter and sparklier looking future!
For the subtle touches…
If you’re looking for a subtler way to add some sparkle to your festive wardrobe, look for a subtle statement piece. This way you can still wear your favourite wardrobe staples and add your own festive touch.
A fun way of adding some festive glitz to your outfit is through your shoes! Pull a quick day-to-night switcheroo with a sparkly shoe or pair your favourite party dress with some sparkly sandals or heels. For the more casual events of the festive social calendar, opt for with some glitter or rhinestones.
For the outfit itself, incorporate a sparkly blazer top over your favourite jeans or a shimmery sequin top with your best skirt to add some extra flair to your festive fashion. Pair matte with shine like a neutral toned top and sequin skirt or sequin top and simple wide-legged trousers for a low-key take on the trend. Or give traditional sequin dresses the edge with a pair of biker or tractor sole boots.
If glittery clothes aren’t your style, you can add some festive sparkle to your fingers. You can get litter nail polish or a fun Christmas design with a touch of glitter to the design.
Accessories are another great subtle way to incorporate some glitz, while complimenting your outfit at the same time. You can get a sequin clutch bag to add some shimmer without it having to be on your body.
If you have a favourite outfit that you don’t quite want to sacrifice, opt instead for the sparkliest glitter eyeshadow you can find! When it comes to makeup, you can never go wrong with a little bit of sparkle, especially at Christmas. So why not use a touch of glitter on your eyes to finish your Christmas look with that touch of sparkle. The great thing with using a glitter eyeshadow is that you can match it to your outfit perfectly too!
No matter your style, there’s ways for everyone to add a little extra festive flair to their wardrobe.
