11 ways to sparkle and shine this festive season

Sequins are loud, proud and easy-to-wear
11 ways to sparkle and shine this festive season

Take one minute to get dressed; expect a whole night to look awesome.

Full disclosure: What to wear isn’t always top priority during the yuletide season. Far from it. From decking the halls to blitzing the shops (for others), our own needs are oft-neglected. Don thee now thy party apparel or sofa surf in a reindeer onesie? We all know which is the more tempting option. As Christmas comes but once a year, the challenge is to rise to the occasion while treading the path of least resistance. This is where sequins (and glitter) come into their own. Loud, proud and easy-to-wear: their presence, however small, have undeniable transformative chops. Take one minute to get dressed; expect a whole night to look awesome. Should four calling birds pop by unannounced, we’ve got eleven ways to shine – in an instant.

Sequin mini dress, Mango, €49.99 

Sequin mini dress, Mango, €49.99
Sequin mini dress, Mango, €49.99

'Kelly' sequin skirt, €351, Rixo 

'Kelly' sequin skirt, €351, Rixo
'Kelly' sequin skirt, €351, Rixo

Giuseppe Zanotti ‘Betty’ 140mm glitter-embellished sandals, Farfetch, were €643; now €386 

Giuseppe Zanotti ‘Betty’ 140mm glitter-embellished sandals, Farfetch, were €643; now €386
Giuseppe Zanotti ‘Betty’ 140mm glitter-embellished sandals, Farfetch, were €643; now €386

Glitter tassel flat, Nicki Hoyne, €205 

Glitter tassel flat, Nicki Hoyne, €205
Glitter tassel flat, Nicki Hoyne, €205

Multi-coloured wavy sequin dress, Uterqüe, €129 

Multi-coloured wavy sequin dress, Uterqüe, €129
Multi-coloured wavy sequin dress, Uterqüe, €129

Sequin dress, & Other Stories, €149 

Sequin wrap mini dress, & Other Stories, €149
Sequin wrap mini dress, & Other Stories, €149

Long sleeve sequin t-shirt, Mango, €39.99 

Long sleeve sequin t-shirt, Mango, €39.99
Long sleeve sequin t-shirt, Mango, €39.99

RI Studio sequin midi dress, River Island, €120 

RI Studio sequin midi dress, River Island, €120
RI Studio sequin midi dress, River Island, €120

Sequin jumpsuit, River Island, €100 

Sequin jumpsuit, River Island, €100
Sequin jumpsuit, River Island, €100

Responsible sequin double-breasted blazer, Whistles, €219 

Responsible sequin double-breasted blazer, Whistles, €219
Responsible sequin double-breasted blazer, Whistles, €219

MICHAEL Michael Kors sequin cocktail dress, Zalando, €395 

MICHAEL Michael Kors sequin cocktail dress, Zalando, €395
MICHAEL Michael Kors sequin cocktail dress, Zalando, €395

STYLE NOTES:

  • Pair matte with shine like a cashmere sweater and sequin skirt or sequin top and simple wide-legged trousers for a low-key take on the trend.
  • Pull a quick day-to-night switcheroo with a sparkly shoe like Irish designer Nicki Hoyne’s comfy ballet flats.
  • Add a sequin blazer to a jeans and t-shirt duo for instant festive polish.
  • Give traditional sequin dresses the edge with a pair of biker or tractor sole boots.
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