How to Wear: Sequins

Seqiuns, sequins everywhere you look...on shirts, mini skirts, dresses, blazers...but how the heck do you pull this look off and can you still after the holidays (YES!).

Here are a few tips:

*Keep it Simple (just like leather leggings): With a sequin dress or mini try a bare leg or black tights with a tough platform sandal or black peep toe shoe. With a sequined top pair it with jeans and a blazer and flats. Keep all other accessories to a bare minimum: no loud jewelry. In fact, when in doubt, skip the jewelry all together. Sequins stand on their own. That goes for makeup as well. Natural is better here; no bright lips or crazy eye color.

*Avoid Mixing Colors: Stick with one color or it will look too busy.

*Create Contrast: Like Sarah Jessica Parker in the sequined jacket and distressed jeans pairs a little glam with a caual modern look. Or pair a white buttoned down blouse with a sequined skirt.

The Sequin Dress: We personally find that a sequin dress is impractical in our lives. Of course it can be a fun pick for a party dress. Keep the dress short; long dresses look a little prom-ish (ok-a lot prom-ish). We actually are kind of loving Heidi Klum's take on the sequin dress. She brings a casual feel to it with the blazer and skinny jean leggings. We could totally wear this going out.

Sequin Jacket: This can be so simple to wear. We love them just tossed on over a basic tshirt and some distressed jeans. Add a pair of ballet flats and you are golden.

Isabel Lu blazer $253 at Nordstrom

Sequin Leggings: We know, this seems weird but paired with the right thing, they can be totally wearable and a glamerous alternative to the basic knit legging. For maximum wearability, keep it a little casual. We like them with a chunky sweater and a chunky shoe; perfect for winter. They also look great with a short little dress and heals for a dressier option.

Sequin Top: For more drama we like a top that is fully covered in sequins. Tops with a sequin pattern can be equally fab and a more casual option. Wearing this top can be as simple at pairing it with jeans and heals. Done.

Sequined tank $27.99 at Target

Sequin Accessories: If you are loving the sequin trend but aren't so brave as to sport full-on sparkle, this one is for you. This is a way that you can add a little pop to your outfit. A sequin bag or shoe is popular, easy to pull off, and can be found at all price points.

*A couple of important notes when buying sequins: don't spend a ton. This is a trend that may be gone within a few seasons. However, make sure the sequins are securely attached to the garment. You don't want to be leaving a trail behind you. In addition, sparcely spaced sequins look cheap. The area that is sequined should be completely covered; no fabric should show underneath.