Zara is another Spanish fast-fashionbrand that is all about creating chicand affordable clothing. Take forinstance this gold, navy andblack floral jacquard suit. It'swell-tailored, work-appropriate,has a modern cut, is sureto stand out and costs onlyUS$150. (Photo: Courtesy of Zara)
September 8, 2018
From cocktails to the boardroom: Daytime metallics
At the beginning of 2004, the term “from desk to dinner” became an integral part of the fashion lexicon. It sought to revolutionise the concept of work clothes and broadened the scope of what was acceptable both in the boardroom and in tony restaurants littered across the world’s fashion capitals. The term resurfaced in 2008, after the economic downturn, when consumers who were actually spending sought to maximise the versatility of their garments. This season, fashion has flipped the switch and now the bar has influenced the boardroom. Say hello to daytime metallics! These few pictures will show you how to wear lamé and sequins between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm.
This C/Meo CollectiveIlluminated top iscovered with hundreds oftiny, low-lustre sequins— perfect for casualFridays or not being toooverdressed in a relaxedwork environment.The long sleeves withEdwardian-inspired tiesbalance the décolletageon display and keep thelook demure. Pair withmetallic slingback mulesand denims and you’regood to go! (Photo:Courtesy of Shop Bop)
Jewel by BadgleyMischka offers thischunky glitter ballet flatthat can easily zhuzh upthat work outfit you’retired of wearing (youknow the one!) and makeyou step with renewedconfidence down officehallways. (Photo: Courtesyof Zappos)
Spanish fast-fashioncompany Mangois always on top oftrends; in a worldwhere similar brandsare clamouring forconsumers’ dollars,they have to be.They’ve createdthis classic roundedneck tulle blouse,embroidered withsequins, that oozeswith “from desk todinner” vibes. (Photo:Courtesy of Mango)
On a July trip toMoscow, supermodelNaomi Campbellchose to traipseacross the city in thismesmeric metallicValentino zip-upjacket with matchingpants and whitetrainers. (Photo:Naomi Campbell/Instagram)
All eyes will be on yourfeet as you hurry acrossthe parking lot straight intoa meeting in a pair of Hazelleather pumps in metallic rustfrom notable brand Sam Edelman.Talk about cha-cha heels! (Photo: Courtesyof Nordstrom)
Everything that Tracee Ellis Rosswears makes you wonder eitherof two things — “howcome I didn’t think ofthat?” or “how doesshe come up with theseoutfits?” Ross, a fashionmuse in her own right,doesn’t simply breakfashion rules, shecreates new ones. Ona recent trip to Paris,Ross paired a dramaticgold Chanel skirt withan understated whiteblouse for a day ofmeetings and shopping.(Photo: Tracee Ellis Ross/Instagram)
With a soft sheen,shirred sleeve capsand hitting justabove the knee, thisgold metallic puffsleevedress fromAnn Taylor is sureto please womenacross various agegroups. (Photo:Courtesy of Ann Taylor
In case you have to easeinto wearing daytimemetallic clothing, try a softmetallic eye and a nude lipto brighten the face. (Photo:Courtesy of Styles Weekly)
Leave it to cosmetics doyenne Pat McGrath to create a gloss that’s “orally fixating”. The LUST linefeatures 14 three-dimensional colours, but SO believes that Blitz Gold is perfect for the office andwill add just enough oomph to keep co-workers asking you “Where did you get that gloss?” (Photo:Courtesy of Pat McGrath Labs)
Since being founded in1928, Cole Haan has beensynonymous with quality. ThisPayson leather metallic totein silver is ideal for adding alittle shimmer to even themost conservative of workenvironments. (Photo:Courtesy of Hudson’s BayCompany)
