17 best sequin dresses that'll give the disco ball a run for its money
With Halloween and Firework Night out of the way, we're starting to think about all the best sequin dresses to wear this winter – and it looks as though we're in good company. According to Google trends, searches for Christmas party dresses are UP, so it's official: sparkly season is back and bigger than ever.
Deciding what to wear endless nights out on the trot can be daunting, we know, but a sequin dress (or three) is a sure-fire winner. Despite the fact they'll easily be the most impactful item in your wardrobe, they're actually very low-maintenance. They can be easily slipped on with a pair of strappy sandals sans very much thought at all. Yep: the best sequin dresses are guaranteed to achieve an all-eyes-on-you effect without you having to put hours of work in, which is exactly what you want. Let's face it: there's nothing better than looking good and feeling confident while knowing the outfit didn't require much thought at all.
Plenty of designers have tapped into the maximalist approach to dressing recently, with Retrofête, RIXO, and AllSaints all showcasing runways heavy on the glitz and glamour for the new season. In fact, AllSaints' latest collection is literally titled ‘The Stars Are Out’ for obvious reasons, while Mango's recent collaboration with Jen Ceballos contains several sequin-embellished frocks. And if you're worrying about sequin dresses being a one-hit-wonder, fret not. They're not just for Christmas, rather, a mainstay that deserve to be part of your regular wardrobe rotation. Take this Sabina Musayev Juliette dress from Free People, for example. While you can don it at several festive events this winter, you can also re-wear it throughout the summer thanks to its mini length and looser fit. All that's needed is a pair of sparkly heels, a clutch bag, and some jewellery to boot.
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One-shoulder silhouettes are flattering on everyone, and this Sabina Musayev proves it. We're obsessed.
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Hadley Cowl Neck Sequin Midi Slip Dress
So metallic it almost looks like liquid (and moves like it too), this cami sequin dress is top of our wishlist.
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A white sequin dress you can wear for Christmas, New Years, your birthday and your engagement party.
Topshop Curve Maxi Sequin Dress
Aside from red being the colour of the season, we think cobalt blue is pretty on trend too. And perfect for New Years celebrations.
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Utterly enchanting, this sequin embroidered dress from Mango's collaboration with Jen Ceballos could easily be worn as a wedding guest dress.
Retrofête Katalina Strapless Two-Tone Sequined Tulle Mini Dress
If mixing metals are your thing then you'll love this two-tone sequin mini dress. You can wear silver or gold accessories with it – or both all at once!
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If you miss out on the Rabanne H&M collection, fear not, H&M has some pretty sparkly sequin dresses elsewhere.
Sequinned Mini Hessian Dress with Fringing
Zara is our go-to for year round staples, but their line-up of sequin dresses is particularly on point right now. Case in point, this fringed design.
Missoni Sequined Ribbed Crochet-Knit Turtleneck Maxi Dress
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Juela Mesh Striped Sequin Midi Dress
Part of the brand's latest collection, The Stars Are Out, this puff-sleeve dress calls for date night dinners and cocktails to follow.
No jewellery needed when wearing this dress. None. Zilch. It sparkles enough.
The Frankie Shop Riley Sequined Tulle Mini Dress
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Show off your legs in this sparkly mini dress.
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RIXO are the masters of party dresses, and their Avena silhouette is one of our favourite styles.
Got a business-party dress code to attend? Consider this sequin-adorned blazer dress the answer.
The Ultimate Muse Pearl Drop Sleeveless Dress
THE little black dress of the season, Odd Muse's pearl drop dress might not feature sequins as you know them, but these embellishments will glisten nonetheless.
It wouldn't be the festive season without a sparkly gold dress to feature somewhere in the line-up, would it?
