Seven ways to wear a sequin dress during the day

Wearing sequins at daytime isn’t something you come across every day. It’s a particularly tough fashion risk because sequins are generally associated with evening and party wear. The shine and shimmer of it all can be overwhelming which is why most people reserve them for certain occasions particularly at night.

They can be tricky to style and they’re definitely one of the boldest fashion statements anyone can make even for evening wear.

If you’re bold enough to wear a sequin dress during the day, you can get away with it with the right fashion tips. There are a few basic style rules you need to know before stepping out in this iconic style. 

1. Save the micro dress for later

Choosing the right length is key when wearing this type of dress during the day. If it’s too short, it automatically qualifies as risqué. There are many ways to look sexy and classy while wearing a dress that falls right above the knees or at knee length and below. This will tone it down and give it a mature rather than juvenile look.

2. Choose the right color

Bright sequin dresses are really hard to transform to daytime wear. The glitters usually draw in a lot of attention so you can imagine when that’s combined with eye-blinding shades like luminous orange. Colors that can work best are black sequins, dark blue, navy green and toned-down shades like soft pastel colors.

3. Wear a blazer on top

This is a quick hack to level down the boldness of a sequin dress. They’re both powerful pieces but what makes them blend is the fact that they’re from two different worlds. A blazer is more formal and chic, and a sequin dress is more playful and fun. That combination definitely brings out the best of both worlds. A similar combination that can work with the dress is wearing it with a casual jacket like denim or leather.

4. Choose your shoes carefully

The shoes you wear can also shift the mood of your outfit. If you wear it with a bright, busy pair, your outfit can end up looking tacky. This will draw awkward stares from people which isn’t what you want. Pair it with casual shoes like sneakers, sleek boots, subtle heels or even something classy like pointed toe heels.

5. Wear minimal jewelry

The sequins are already a statement on their own. You don’t need to add any more bold items that could throw off your outfit. Go for a more balanced look by wearing very minimal jewelry. Jewelry is always an important part of any outfit but in this case, you don’t necessarily have to wear any besides maybe a pair of studs and a discreet necklace.

6. Tone down the makeup

You might have to give the bold lips and extreme smokey eye a rest if you plan to wear sequins during the day. Typically, combining this dress with bold makeup comes off as club wear. You need to go for a subtle look with trends like the no makeup-makeup look with nude colors.

7. Avoid it if it’s too tight

It’s not a crime to wear figure hugging dresses. But for a classier daytime look, keep it casual and free. A fun, free flowing option will soften the look. Another thing to note is the type of neckline. If it’s low cut like the plunge or deep V neckline, it might not work. Stick to rounded neckline or even turtleneck design for a more day-friendly design.

The main rule of wearing a sequin dress during the day is to always wear it with something that will tone it down perfectly. Remember that sequins never allow any other items to steal the show.