Having a collection of party clothes that sits in a back corner of your closet until the next wingding is so last year. Today, you get to wear the sparkly bits whenever you want—it’s all about knowing how to style them. Here, our guide to this season’s prettiest sheer, sparkly and otherwise “nighttime” looks and how to wear them, whether it’s midnight or high noon.
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The Crazy Ornamented Blouse
Ruffles, ruching and even rhinestone and appliqué embellishments? Pair them with a little black skirt and satin heels for party time, then with distressed jeans and statement sneakers to brunch.
Get the look: Zara ($40); Anna Sui ($263); Philosophy ($439)
Sequined skirt
It seems super Paris-in-the-’70s sexy when paired with seamed stockings and a low-cut bodysuit, plus slouchy-heeled boots. But come daylight hours, you’re channeling an equally appealing ’90s-grunge-rebel look when you don the shiny skirt with a graphic T-shirt and sneaks.
Get the look: Willow & Clay ($79); Vince Camuto ($105); Lauren Ralph Lauren ($240)
Metallic Trousers
Gunmetal, burnished gold or shiny silver, metallic separates have moved from being party staples to daywear neutrals. Pair them with an elegant, flowing sweater and you’ll seem all “lady of the manor.” Except, you know, hip.
Get the look: Alfani ($56); Madewell ($125); Derek Lam ($395)
See-Through Separates
A tulle skirt, dress or gauzy chiffon blouse looks super sexy peeking out from beneath a jacket or over a lacy bra. Festive occasions call for wearing them as bare as you dare. (Then after you sober up in normal life, you can layer them over slips and camisoles.)
Get the look: Nicki Minaj x H&M ($25); Nicholas ($260); Simone Rocha ($345)
Feather Trim
Sure, for your night on the town you can throw on a feathered cape (or marabou jacket) over a satin dress and be très chic. Come day, rock the same piece with a tissue turtleneck and jeans for a daring fashon-insider vibe.
Get the look: Lucy Paris ($138); Pello Bello ($268); Elie Saab ($4,620)
Satin shoes
Sure, maybe you’ve fallen in love with a high-heeled bonbon of a mule but mused, Where would I wear this, really? Answer: Where wouldn’t you wear these? This season, the sort of shoes previously reserved for garden parties and debutantes are showing up with tweed pantsuits, pajama pants and distressed denim.
Get the look: Jeffrey Campbell ($125); Charlotte Olympia ($298); Manolo Blahnik ($579)
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