I bought this top last fall before a weekend reunion with some of my favorites from college, thinking it would serve me well during the holiday season. I wore it a few times, loved it, and then tucked it away in my closet for a later date. This weekend I was digging around looking for a top to wear during some NYC exploring, and these sequins caught my eye. Never did I expect to style this top as a daytime look in spring, but sometimes inspiration strikes, and, well, here we are.
I often categorize various pieces in my closet as “nighttime” or “work” or “insert specific season here,” but lately I’ve been trying to think outside the box a little bit and mix things up. A year ago not only did I own no sequins, but I also thought their only place in life was during special occasions and/or Halloween. What I’ve found though, is that it’s actually amazing how easy it is to dress down a statement piece and make it feel like it would actually go really well with some sunshine. Layering is the key. Pairing your statement items with heavier, everyday pieces, will create texture and dampen the attention-grabbing effect.
What types of pieces do you have in your closet that you would never think to wear during a spring weekend day? Any chance you can pair it with a military jacket or a pair of distressed boyfriend jeans and give it new life? I hope so. It’s a great way to expand the use of pieces you already own, and all I can think is cheers to that!
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Outfit:
Top: Banana Republic (old, love this similar look in lace)
Jacket: J. Crew (old, similar)
Bottoms: J Brand
Shoes: Sole Society
Bag: Tory Burch
Accessories: Ralph Lauren sunglasses (old), Bauble Bar earrings, Bauble Bar ring, Bauble Bar ring, Jules Smith bracelet
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i love your shoes. lovely Outfit.
Thank you so much Carrie!
I love sequins ! Always a good idea to wear a little sparkle :)
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I do the same thing sometimes – put a label on when or how the item should be worn! But it’s nice to get out of the box sometimes HA!
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Cute look – I’m all for sequins anytime of day!
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I love the sequins with the boyfriend jeans! Those leopard flats are so perfect with the military jacket too! This is such a fun mix!
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Thank you Megan! I’m so glad you like it!
What an adorable outfit! I love how you styled your sequined top perfectly for daytime!
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Love daytime sparkles! This works so perfectly, I am a huge fan of bold statements during the day. I actually tend to go more toned down in an evening! And I spy those gorgeous leopard pumps again… xx
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Thank you so much! And yes, they are on serious repeat in my closet this spring! I can’t get away from them :)
With good reason! They are gorgeous :)
I agree, a military jacket is such an essential piece to have and looks so cute over pretty much everything!
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Ugh I seriously want those flats hahaha.
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This is such nice outfit for this kind of weather!
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You did such a great job of ‘dressing down’ sequins! They are perfect for everyday wear in this outfit. Love the leopard flats, too.
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Great idea to wear a dressy piece during daytime! As for me, I once bought a slip dress that was cute but I considered is as a mainly party item. Then one day, when most of my “day” clothes were in the laundry basket, I took that dress and styled it with a biker jacket and a pair of flat boots. It looked great! From that time I try not to label clothes as “daytime” or “evening”, but have more fun with them ;)
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Thank you so much Joanna! I bet it looked amazing – super good reminder to have fun with your wardrobe!
You do look stylish and comfy! I want those shoes -they are great! :)
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Great idea to pair them! I love to think of new combinations. Love the jacket
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Nice jacket!
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Thank you Andrea!
perfect pairing of glam sequins and casual field jacket!
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Thank you so much Carolyn!
Love your utility jacket! I’ve been wanting to get one for a while… maybe I’ll pull the trigger this year! P.S. love the pop of leopard!
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Thank you so much Rach! I’ve gotten so much more wear out of mine than I ever imagined I would!
Love everything about this, tomboy/chic PERFECT you look gorgeous!
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This is such a great outdoorsy look! I can just smell the fresh air. Have a great one!
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Love the outfit! It’s great how the slouchy jeans and military jacket balance out the sequin top. Looked like such a beautiful day in NYC ❤
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Cool casual look.
Love it
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Thank you Zarrah!
Cute and functional laid back look!
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Everyone needs some daytime sequins! I love the look!
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Love that sequins !! Looks great in daytime too!!
Nice simple and stylish look! Xoxo
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Thank you so much! I love how the outfit came together!
Love the sequins, it looks magic :)
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Amazing casual look! I love your shoes! Nice accent!
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Thank you so much!
I’m totally a fan of mixing day and night time pieces. I think you look great! I especially adore your jacket! =)
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Me too, I like mixing things up, just as much as it still fits my style. Great pictures, great outfit. Thanks for sharing.
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Looking fabulous, as always! I really love your outfit!
Sending you much love!
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I couldn’t agree more about dressing down the non-everyday clothes. You’ve done it so well, this top suits the look perfectly, and you look fab!
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Thank you so much Jillian!
Cutest outfit, love the shoes xx
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I love wearing sequins during the day. Brings an added sparkle to your day :)
Jessica xo
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I totally agree thanks for stopping by!
I love the parka dear! kiss
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Lovely shoes!
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Love this look but especially love your flats!! So cute! Xo
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Love this whole look but especially love your shoes!! Xo
Sequins and leopard are a match made in heaven!
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really nice outfit! the jacket looks great!
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It’s always great to rediscover something! I love this outfit.
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Great casual look! Always a good idea to wear sequins :)
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Love this casual look! Your flats are adorable!
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now that is a perfect casual outfit. like it from head to toe
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Thank you so much Michele!
You’re so right!! I often class tops as ‘nightwear’ until I realise that they will actually look great with jeans and a leather jacket :)
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Yes I’m so with you thank you Sarah!
I’m always in for daytime sequins! Love how you’ve styled your outfit honey!
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Thank you so much Tanya!
great look and that jacket is love :)
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In love with your shoes *_*
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A great casual and everyday look!
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What an inventive combo – it all works so well together! Love it :)
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great casual outfit!! love how you dressed down the fancy top! :D
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nice look again, dear! you have smile like Julia Roberts
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Thank you so much! I would love that!
Absolutely love to mix elegant pieces with laid-back styles! Great look!
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I totally love your style!
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Love this casual look on you! That parka coat and those shoes are amazing! xo Vivian
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lovely look and lovely shoes!
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Thank you so much Laura!
Oh, this look is SO cute on you! Love all of the pieces! Your closet must be unreal :)
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Thank you so much!! Haha I always feel like there are so many things I want to add to it… :)
Super cool! Have a nice day honey!!
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Cant go wrong with a little daytime sparkle!
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it goes surprisingly well with that jacket! xo
Thank you Annie!
Love the jacket and this whole chic look! :)
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so cute – love the pictures:)
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Yay to sequins!! YOU look amazing! I really love your outfit – it’s so perfect for spring!!
xoxo, Vanessa
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You look so amazing:) really like it!
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nice look!
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Such a lovely look ;) I think I already said it, but you have such a lovely smile! :))
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Cool combo! :)
Thank you so much Mona!
Nice outfit. xx
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Thank you Nina!