When the end-of-the-year festivities begin, all the bedazzled pieces come out like clockwork. Beads, crystals, stonework, you name it. But nothing pulls a double-duty shift in festivewear the way sequins do. It’s unapologetically bling, although sometimes it can act as a subtle play on texture. Whether bold and pronounced or small and dainty, here are our favourite pieces that feature sequins.
Gowns Galore
Festive season means festive galas and if you have an invite sitting on your table, consider this a sign to don a sequinned gown. Whether sculptural like the piece from Zhivago, draped like the piece from Nass, or cape-styled like the one from Jenny Packham, a cape gown adds the effortless shimmer needed for the festive season.
Abayas That Shimmer
Versatile and just as festive, sequinned abayas turn an everyday, elegant piece into one that is party-ready. What we love about sequinned abayas is that they do not need to be dripping with sequins to shine. Most come with sequinned trims or tiny accents that glint in the light, proving that sequins can add sparkle with the smallest of pieces.
Statement Blazers
With a sequinned blazer, you can get away with almost anything underneath it. Whether that would be a plain black dress or a neutral trousers-and-top combo, a sequinned blazer shifts the spotlight, turning the plainest of pieces into festivewear.
Bedazzled Kaftans
Another easy, modest silhouette, the best kaftans are those that come bedazzled. Like sequinned gowns and abayas, kaftans are an easy pick for occasionwear, especially if they come crafted with sequin embellishments.
Sequin Textured Dresses
While sequins are usually used as an accent to accentuate shine, when done right, they can also add texture to an outfit. Similar to a lacquered jacket, these subtle sequinned pieces spotlight a sheen that’s hard to look away from.
Occasion Bags
If committing to a whole sequin look is too much, you can easily dip your toes in with a sequinned bag. An easy statement piece that adds the bling to any outfit, sequinned bags have long been a partywear staple. And they come in many forms—almost all classic bags have a sequinned sister, but you can also find sequinned embellished pieces in clutches, mini bags, and even novelty pieces that start a conversation.
