How to Wear Metallics

How to Wear Metallics



Metallic fashions have come in and out of style for years. Get trendy and glam it up a bit by adding shiny metallics to your wardrobe. It can look wonderful if done in a classy way. Follow the tips below for wearing metallics to flatter your look.









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Limit the use of metallics. Metallic fashions make a bold statement in an outfit, and it's best to use them minimally. Carry a metallic handbag, or wear a belt around a dress or pair of slacks.




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Keep the metallic to the slimmest part of the body. The light reflection will grab attention. If you have a tiny waist, wear a metallic belt around it. Wear a top with metallic embellishments around the neckline to show off cleavage. Don't wear a metallic skirt if your rear is big.




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Choose between gold and silver. Silver can look wonderful and flattering on light skin tones, while gold complements warmer complexions better.




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Wear a colored metallic. Wear a colored metallic headband, bracelet or shoes. It is best to keep the colors the same and only mix and match textures. Try to match the color exactly. If wearing a blue sweater, try a metallic blue headband of the same color.




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Wear metallic shoes. This is maybe the safest way to introduce metallics to a wardrobe. Try silver shoes with a grey outfit, or gold shoes with a black outfit.




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Go for metallic details to keep it minimal. Try a shirt with metallic threads, buttons or other embellishments. Wear a tunic with metallic embellishments on the front.


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