Sequins Before Sundown
Here in New England, January tends to be the gateway to
the true winter season. The temps drop and stay dropped.
The wind loses any trace of mildness. The days are short
and everyone seems to hurry from house to car to work
and back again. The Parties have been replaced with
endless shoveling. It is unrelenting.
Now that I set that depressing stage, let me share with you
my little secret weapon for getting through these bleak
months. Sequins, sparkle and shine. Not exactly words
you associate with the winter months, unless you ski.
Skiers appreciate the sparkle of fresh powder as the sun
does its thing. I follow nature's lead to find my winter
inspiration.
The common school of thought that sequins or sparkle are
strictly for dressing up for special occasions and usually in
the evening, is false. The trick to sporting sparkle before
sundown is keep the rest of your outfit grounded with
casual pieces in earthy fabrics. Cotton or wool work best
and keep the colors to a fairly neutral pallet.
A sequin skirt makes a fantastic outfit with a sheer blouse
and a strappy heel for any special night out. To brighten
up a Tuesday in January, put on that sequin skirt with a
chunky sweater, opaque tights and boots or try a chambray
shirt and pumps. Layer a sparkly tank (you know the one
you only wear on New Year's' Eve?) under your go to suit.
A great look for doing a presentation or meeting clients.
Feel free to put on those sparkly heels you dance the night
away in, with a great pair of trouser jeans and a blouse to
give your casual Friday a little oomph.
Don't own any sparkle? January is a great time to find a
piece on sale. You get more bang for your buck. When you
grab your "special occasion" clothes on sale and put them
into the regular every day outfit rotation. The holidays
may be over but that doesn't mean your wardrobe has to
go into mourning.
By Gaelen Abt
Style Sherpa
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