Rules for wearing sparkle during the day
Dorrie Jacobson, 81, an internationally recognised expert on ageing stylishly, writes for her popular website Senior Style Bible, which celebrates stylish older women who are embracing their mature beauty.
To me daytime means simplicity, and that rarely includes anything that sparkles. However, quite recently I found myself invited to an afternoon soiree to celebrate a friend’s 70th birthday and I needed to wear something dressy, but with a relaxed vibe to it.
Here are two ways to make your day sparkle a little, without being over the top. Scroll through the gallery above for images.
1. Sequined pieces
I’ve been noticing sequined pieces mixed and matched in a variety of different ways this season, and thought this would be a great opportunity to test drive that trend. A few weeks ago I explored sequined styling for an evening out on the strip, but that look felt a bit too much for an afternoon affair. So I opted for a more informal style, pairing slouchy sequined trousers with a sheer blouse, both from H&M. Daytime sparkles are a great way to inject a bit of fun into an outfit. It’s not my new every day look, but I definitely enjoyed the extra dose of glam for an afternoon.
2. Metallic accents
Metallic accents seem to be one of the consistent trends that continue to pop up on the runway every season. They give a basic outfit a modern edge, although it’s important to remember that moderation is key, especially when infusing a look with more than one metallic element at a time. Keeping it simple will assure that you look like a fashion forward fashionista rather than a wanna-be hip hop artist.
I think one of the main reasons that metallics never really go out of style is because they’re so versatile. They go with absolutely everything and can be styled in a number of different ways. Here I paired my gold shoe boots by Zara with a pair of flared Celine trousers with gold stitching for a sophisticated evening look, although they can just as easily be styled with jeans and a leather jacket for a more casual vibe. Last year I did a blog post that featured a gold bomber jacket by DKNY. However shiny gold jackets aren’t for everyone, which is why metallic accessories are a great way to incorporate the trend into your wardrobe in a subtler way. A metallic shoe or bag is an easy way to instantly elevate a nondescript ensemble to something rather special.
Are you game enough to try adding sequins to your wardrobe? Let us know in the comments below.
For more of Dorrie Jacobson, please visit Senior Style Bible or her popular Instagram here.
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