Twinkle Twinkle Little Mini Skirt

Simply THE MUST HAVE for this season. Sequins have reappeared on the runways (Miu Miu, Lanvin, 3.1 Phillip Lim, etc.) this season proving yet again that the trend toward sartorial bling is here to stay, recession or not. And I know what you’re thinking, “Sequins? Really? That is so 2^nd grade birthday party.” Scoff not sweet child, these aren’t your little sisters sequins. As Lanvin proved on their Paris runway sequins CAN be classy and even *gasp* grown up (and they make a great day-to-night ensemble)!

Consider wearing the sequins as- don’t knock it till you try it and see some of these breath-taking styles the designers have been cranking out- a mini skirt, shirt, or even a blazer. Not paired together of course you don’t want to look too Liberace-esque. Tone down the glitz of it all by pairing it with solid colors, let the sequins be the statement piece of your outfit- because trust me sequins are loud enough to speak for themselves. And if you want to dress up the sequin skirt a little for a night on the town you can pair it with a fur vest or a chunky knit sweater (yet another definite must have for winter & fall) and some strappy heels. For the blazer or shirt I recommend wearing it with solid colored tapered trousers and a subtle neutral heel. And last, but certainly not least, remember: always wear the out fit; never let the outfit wear you. Make it your own, and wear it with confidence, sequins and fur are definitely not for the faint of heart.