First time wearing the vintage sequin top from my estate sale haul. It was perfect for a girl's night out with Girl Get A Life. We celebrated her birthday with tapas, cocktails, and reggae. Sequins were very necessary.
The little black shorts took it next level. These shorts are shorter than my white shorts. I usually wear them in the colder months with tights. Surprisingly, I didn't feel naked wearing them with so much bare leg showing. The oversized volume of the sequin top helps balance things out.
I rounded out the look with a great pair of snakeskin print sandals from JustFab.com*. There was a free pair code in my Lipstick and High Heels goodie bag. I've never hit the final sale button on any of the shoe club programs. I was concerned about the quality. Cheap heels on poor little baby toe, I cannot do. No ma'am.
I was completely wrong though. These shoes really are Just Fab! The quality is pretty good. They're not hard and uncomfortable either. I didn't start to feel the pain until after I finished my two step at 2a. Even then, it wasn't and all out tears of pain baby toe killing experience. I will definitely check them out again!
Thrift Tips
Sequins are delicate and can unravel easily. Examine thoroughly if purchasing in a thrift store where there's possibility of damage from all of the man handling.
Sequins can be a little more costly in thrift and vintage stores. If you like it, it's usually worth the cost.
Visit those estates sales! The condition is likely better having been in someone's closet.
Ignore size labels and try on. The sequin top I'm wearing is size XL.
Style Tips
Sequins can stand on their own and don't need a lot of accessories.
Wear sequins with a sweater or blazer for a daytime look.
Pair a sequin top with jeans or shorts for a casual yet fabulous evening look.
Dare to wear sequins with teeny tiny shorts? Expect attention.
THRIFT Jewel Queen green sequin blouse TJMAX Rampage little black shorts GIFT JustFab snakeskin ankle strap sandals
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21 comments
I LOVE that blouse!!
Great top! Love how you paired it with shorts.
Have a great week!
-Jenny
http://www.babblingsofamommy.com/2013/08/ootd-military-chic.html
Love this outfit! I just got a sequin top from the thrift store that i'm styling for later this week. This was a great inspiration!
Super cute outfit. I haven't quite figured out how to style a sequins top without feeling like I'm going to a holiday party! I'll have to try one of your style tips. You look fabulous! :)
I love it! I am a sequins hoe....most of my daytime tops are embellished.I think this is perfect! It reminds me of something my friend Elise would wear. Too cute!
-Ash
www.thestylizedwannabe.com
Go 'head! You're giving me all types of Beyonce realness in these photos :).
I LOVE this! The sequin top is beautiful! Such a chic look and the color is gorgeous! Love it!
xo, Kenya
www.kenyalfashionblog.com
Diggin' that top! The color is fabulous!
~Whitney
www.whitneynicjames.com
Beautiful outfit! That gorgeous green sequin top is such a great find! Perfect!
Rebecca
www.winnipegstyle.ca
Oh, I love those leopard print flats you have on ebay! Bidding on them now! :)
Love this! You look great! I had a designer sequin top from the 80s that I totally punked out on. Now, I wish I still had it. I still have a pair of sequin leggings that I love. Only thing is I have no idea how to wash them. Do you know?
Ohhh! I want to see. Can't wait to see you style it!
Thank you! I like to look like a walking party!
Thanks Ashleigh!
Beyonce? Thanks lady!
Thank you!
Thanks Rebecca!
Awesome! Thanks Ashley!
Stick to whatever the label says. Trust me. I tried to freshen up some sequins and put them in the dryer in a lingerie bag. Big mistake.
J'adore the sparkle!
It's rare you find that kind of cut in a sequin top! I love it because it looks so gorgeous with your skin and hair and it's cut like a fancy t-shirt!
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