HEAR US OUT – SEQUINS SHOULD BE WORN EVERY DAY

ARRANGE embellished disc sequin square neck full skirt midi dress, £210

Just picture a sequin dress in the afternoon sunlight or a glistening skirt breathing life into a plain white tee. Pair the polished with the casual and the bold with the basic. They key to summer sparkle is grounding it with wearable pieces. To get you started, we’ve pulled our favourite sequin pieces for summer and the looks we’d build around them.

You might think a sparkly cropped skirt only works for a night out, but it’s easy to make this party favourite palatable for daytime plans. Just balance the mini silhouette with an oversized top, whether that's heavyweight knits in contrasting colours (great for transitional weather) or long-sleeve T-shirts for minimal vs maximal styling. Finish with socks and loafers for a preppy spin. Trainers can work too, but beware: you might look like you’re headed to Glastonbury.

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01: JJXX oval cateye sunglasses in black, £12
02: Pieces socks in light grey melange, £4
03: ASOS DESIGN penny loafers in black, £35
04: Stradivarius Mini skort with animal print sequin in beige, £22.99
05: Topshop knitted easy ribbed relaxed cardigan in plum, £40

It may have more surface area, and thus more sparkle, but the midi skirt is arguably more wearable than a mini. It leans more formal, for starters. Test it out at dinners, dates and even your desk. And if you fancy throwing one on for your daily errands, just pair with a casual sweatshirt and low-profile trainers. Vintage-style footwear in a soft fabric like suede or satin makes a nice partner for your shimmery statement, rooting everything in a feminine yet fuss-free look.

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01: Never Fully Dressed Maeva midaxi skirt in silver sequin with lace trim, £129
02: Pull&Bear Oversize sweatshirt with seams in grey marl, £19.99
03: ASOS DESIGN wide temple aviator sunglasses in tort with green lenses, £14
04: ASOS DESIGN elongated frame clutch bag with shoulder strap in red, £26
05: Puma Mostro Move satin trainers in pink, £90

Sheer tops are a darling of the summer season, and great for showing a little more skin without sacrificing go-to silhouettes. Sequins are a natural extension of barely there pieces, especially when cut in neutral tones. We love this sparkling cami balanced with black oversized tailoring and a kitten heel. With the blazer buttoned it’ll work for the office, and still pack a punch at the bar. Just slip off the blazer and accept the compliments.

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01: & Other Stories leather pointed toe heeled ankle boots in black, £169
02: ASOS DESIGN tailored belted wide leg trousers with pleat detail in black, £35
03: ASOS DESIGN oversized clutch in cream check, £32 (back soon)
04: Mango Varsovia tailored oversized blazer co-ord in navy pinstripe, £109.99
05: Motel Rikasu co-ord floral chiffon sequin top in black, £34

Sequin dresses are top dog when it comes to sparkly clothing. You’re most likely to wear this statement-maker at a special event – say, a wedding or milestone birthday. These summer soirees are often dominated by florals, which makes a glittering dress feel all the more special. Balance the panache with an understated cut like a camisole slip dress, and reach for seasonal shades (soft pastels are everywhere right now) to compliment your sunny surrounds.

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01: Murci halterneck cutout bead detail sequin maxi dress in lime green, £70
02: DesignB London irregular enamel stud earrings in white, £8
03: ASOS DESIGN Nikki cross over detail barley there high heel sandals, £28
04: Topshop George clutch bag in rust, £28