Fashion: Heavy metals

By Michiko Hylands

Living·

13 Sep, 2015 04:00 AM3 mins to read

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Add a bit of shine for an instant lift.

Inject some fun and drama back into your wardrobe with metallic pieces guaranteed to up the glam factor.

I've always had a penchant for anything sparkly or shiny. There's certainly something magnetic about metallics. And the good thing is that they can be worn at any time of the day and are no longer reserved for the night.

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Whether you go for gold, in full metal jacket style head-to-toe metallics or simply add just a glimmering touch, there's something for everyone.

I love this seriously chic strapless Camilla and Marc Nirvana dress. The iridescent green-and-blue brocade reflects the light beautifully, creating a truly luxe appeal. This stand-out piece is a great example of how to wear modern metallics.

Swing into spring with this fun look from Gorman. The quirky Deville printed shift is teamed with the gorgeous pleated Gold Rush skirt and cheeky High Tide boots. If you wanted to know how to add metallic accents to daywear, then look no further.

I adore the simplicity and undeniable sensuality of Liam's sexy sheer Flicker dress, worn here with its Dime bandeau set. The shimmering bronze number is an elegant showstopper that's bound to turn heads.

Drop-dead glamour and the right amount of glitz comes in the form of Charmaine Reveley's Rodriguez Drape jacket and fabulous Memphis skirt. This polished, sophisticated ensemble will jazz up any after-five events.

You can fully embrace the metallic trend and avoid looking like a disco ball by keeping it elegant. Opt for Helen Cherry's pale gold Gala coat and corresponding Mica dress and you can do no wrong.

A metallic or sequinned blazer is a must-have piece that instantly ups the ante in the glam stakes. Get noticed in Trelise Cooper's glorious Safety Blazer. This timeless jacket is an investment piece you'll wear for seasons to come.

Liquid assets come in the form of this stunning golden Bianca chemise from Willa and Mae. Too good to be hidden away in the bedroom, this smokingly hot look is old-school Hollywood glamour made for the boudoir.

Among the must-have metallics is this fabulously bold statement necklace from Swarovski. This blinged-up Dusky necklace will always make a dramatic impact.

You can't go wrong with a great metallic shoe. Step out in Seed Heritage's gold strappy Bonnie heel and add a bit of the Midas touch.

Stella McCartney's iconic Falabella bronze tote personifies molten metallics at its best.

Make those peepers pop with a metallic liner. Try MAC's Pearlglide Intense Eyeliner in Undercurrent to create a smouldering, gilded eye Cleopatra would be proud of.

So go get your glitz on. Shine on you crazy diamond!