Gleam me up

Shine on you crazy designers. From big brand Burberry to newcomer Simone Rocha and everyone in between, gleaming fabrics were a shortcut to attracting attention. Foil, lamé, metallic leather, wet-look plastics, hologram effects (and a holographic catwalk and invitation at Christopher Kane) ... There were numerous finishes, many of them technically innovative. Don’t be scared of this trend, though; not only is it upbeat and optimistic, it can also be wearable. Just play down a silver skirt with a plain jumper, throw a metallic coat over jeans, and don’t forget the sunglasses, as worn by models in metallics at Jonathan Saunders and Burberry. Aim to dazzle your admirers, not yourself.

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