Sequin chic for Christmas dresses

Dec 7 2009 by Francesca Craggs, The Journal

Add sparkle to your Christmas party attire with sequins, says Francesca Craggs.

GIRLS who love to dazzle won’t be left wanting this season. Sequins have made their way from the catwalk to the high street, and are dominating Christmas collections. Sequin-clad creations were first seen at Balmain and Gucci, and a wealth of more affordable versions have landed in the shops.

Whatever your taste or budget, you’re certain to find a sequinned dress to flatter your individual style. From statement-shouldered versions to stylish shifts, the choice is immense.

French Connection’s Paintbox shift version is a real show- stopper, while this silver one-shouldered dress from ASOS is bang on trend.

Sequinned jackets are also a key trend this season and a stylish winter cover-up.

Team with leggings or a little black dress.

Sequinned leggings are also huge for Christmas and can be worn under plain party dresses or off-the- shoulder tunics.

Ensure you mix your textures. Sequins can be worn day and night and can be teamed with everything from denim to marabou feathers. Accessories haven’t been left untouched by sequin mania, gracing everything from bags and shoes, to headbands and scarves. So get set to sparkle ...