8 Metallic Pieces You Need For Your Festive Wardrobe
It's never too soon to start planning your festive wardrobe—after all, yesterday was the first day of Autumn. And, before you know it, Santa will be coming down that chimney with gifts in tow—we do hope you've been good. From office parties to Christmas dinners and more, the season is synonymous with a full events calendar. We searched high and low for inspiration for our vintage holiday collection. Hours were spent on JCrew's vintage archives, we scrolled old fashion magazine issues, studied the virtual pages of vogue and net-a-porter, and, at the end of the day, found one common theme: Metallic pieces are always a go-to for party outfit inspo! With that in mind, from Y2K gold-toned sweater to statement red designs, here's how to shimmer and shine for party season and beyond.
Handmade in the early 2000s, this long-sleeved design touts a bronze-toned finish and a statement textured upper. Wear it with muted tones to keep the focus on the blouse. Similar styles include this vintage Tru Blouse.
2) The Statement Metallic Blazer
For a touch of opulence, especially during the festive season, invest in this vintage Alba Moda blazer from the 80s. With a tuxuedo-inspired silhouette, its statement green and shimmery upper makes it a must-have for after-dark elegance.
3) The Metallic Cardigans & Sweaters
A whimsical take on festive dressing is pairing chunky knits with silk or satin separates. Point in case, you can style this vintage Domanni Cardigan with a black silk skirt, or style this quirky red sweater with a pair of satin trousers. We also love this Jon Lawrence shimmery gold knit. Style it with denim or pleated skirt for a modern interpretation of festive dressing.
This fashion-forward skirt was made in the early 2000s. Its statement hue and avant-garde silhouette make it a must-have for the directional dresser. Don't miss the cool pocket details in front.
Sexy yet sophisticated, this retro pleather skirt suit is by French brand a jus d' orange. In a futuristic grey, the piece fits right into 70s Mary Quant era. Wear it to office parties for a fashion-forward take on holiday dressing
Accessories can make an outfit, especially during the festive season. This vintage metallic necklace with blue gems and floral motifs will take a simple outfit to statement.
Great things come in small packages, as they say, and this Y2K design definitely attests to that. Cute with glitter and faux diamond details, it's more Y2k than Y2K itself. We love the unique pentagon shape and the top handle silhouette. Carry next to your metallic festive dress this holiday season.
So, be it through bags, accessories or separates, there are plenty of ways to shimmer and shine this holiday season. How will you incorporate some shine into your wardrobe this season? Be sure to let us know in the comments.