Wear sequins during the holidays? Yeah, that’s not a problem. Slip back into that sequined skirt time and again after the ball drops on Dec 31? That’s something you might not be totally accustomed to (we’ll admit, it’s not the most natural move for us either). But just because you haven’t ventured out on a coffee run in your Saturday night’s best doesn’t mean it’s not doable — it is, and easier to wear than you might think. We’ve made a style resolution to get the most out of our wardrobes in 2015, so we’re showing you three ways to re-style your sequined skirt ($34) throughout the new year. Scroll through to see how we’d wear the sparkler to the office, on a night out and on a lazy weekend.
ON-DUTY
Yes, sequins in the office *is* possible as long as the sheen leans toward a metallic neutral (this silver black passes the test – a champagne would work too) and it’s modestly cut (sorry to all the minis and high-slit skirts out there). Now all that’s left is to #GIRLBOSS the hell out of it: play down its flirtiness with a structured blazer, thigh-grazing button up and a bag that is more fit for the commute than the club. Wear-with-anything ankle boots come in handy here, as well as earrings that might possibly draw the attention up.
Maurices Sequin Pencil Skirt ($34) + COS Contrast Knit Blazer ($99), J.Crew Endless Shirt ($108), ALDO Gabba Zip Back Block Heeled Ankle Boots ($133), ModCloth Alright, Berry On! Tote ($65), Lizzie Fortunato Jewels Black Collage Earrings ($213)
PARTY ON
Let’s be real: this ain’t your first rodeo. And that means that you’ve graduated from pairing this party-ready skirt with a skimpy crop top and rhinestones. Take a more fashion-forward approach to styling your sequins with a smart scuba peplum top and unexpected accessories like natural stone jewelry, bright red pumps and a big personality clutch.
Maurices Sequin Pencil Skirt ($34) + H&M Wide Cut Scuba Look Top ($40), ASOS Peony Platforms ($54), Monki Fia Bag Crazy Stuff ($38), Leif Aegean Aragonite Ring ($74), SONYARENEE Druzy Stud ($60)
WEEKEND RETREAT
Cozy up the glitz of that sequined skirt with pieces that are its complete aesthetic opposite. An oversized knit fits the bill, along with stark white sneakers, a wool overcoat and a sweater-soft tote bag. You’re not trying to hide the skirt, just tone it down — do the same with your bling-free jewelry.
Maurices Sequin Pencil Skirt ($34) + Mango Ribbed Mohair-Blend Maurices Sweater ($30), Sperry Topsider Leather Sneaker ($60), BDG Woven Wool Sweater Tote Bag ($89), ChicWish Pockets Woolen Coat in Olive ($85) Whiskey & Wine Brass & Cream Bead Necklace ($26)
What pieces in your closet deserve more attention, but stump your style game? Tell us about your trickiest wear-again garments in the comments below and we might feature them in our next Style Resolutions post!
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