EQUIPMENT (New York) Embellished-Collar Blouse

Known for its tailored women’s shirts designed with a boyfriend fit, cult label Equipment updates a versatile basic with a decorative edge. Featuring a charming strass-embellished collar that lends just a touch of controlled glamour, this button-down will doubtless become your closet’s new crowning jewel, pairing seamlessly with everything from true blue denim to power pencil skirts.

(RRP £335 / €305)

SACHIN + BABI (New York) Sequined Printed Dress

Before their label’s official launch in 2008, the husband and wife duo of Mr. Sachin and Mrs. Babi Ahluwalia already had decades of sartorial cred. Once only known for its couture embroidery work for big-name fashion houses, the New York-based Sachin + Babi collection is now appreciated for its unique couture-meets-contemporary aesthetic, picking up quite a starry following along the way. Sachin + Babi, in short, is the fashion world’s newest darling.

Intricately embellished with iridescent sequins, Sachin + Babi’s monochromatic silk dress is sure to turn heads in whatever party room you walk into. Pair with a simple black patent clutch, strappy high heels, and lash of red lipstick.
(RRP US$305)

3.1 PHILLIP LIM Sequin-Embroidered Draped Dress

Come one, come all - come and gape at this gorgeous find. It has sequins (which dominated the weekend Golden Globes presentation), sleeves (a big theme this season - how could you miss La Jolie rocking them at the awards ceremony?) and the asymmetrical trend (which continues to be one of the most striking around), and together, they have brought you ethereal beauty and aesthetic visions.
Impeccably embroidered with matte sequins, this artful 3.1 Phillip Lim silk wonder with drape detail at the sleeves and a handkerchief hem is the dress to set a thousand flashbulbs popping, as heads turn for your entrance to the soiree.
Worn with strappy stilettos and dramatic chandelier earrings, you’ll garner rave reviews for both your stunning ensemble and confident smile ;-)
(RRP US$850)
Liu Wen, aka the 10th-highest-paid model in the world, making the dress look magical on the 3.1 Phillip Lim catwalk.

SACHIN + BABI FOR ANKASA (New York) Roma Top

NEW BRAND ALERT!
Known for the embroideries they provide to some of Seventh Avenue's biggest brandnames, Sachin + Babi for Ankasa's more-is-more aesthetic has defined their ready-to-wear line since its inception two years back.
There will be no end to the line of admirers when you venture out in this languid top. Perfect for the lounge, club, or as you host your year-end party, this elegant French jersey draped 'Roma' top gets a touch of glamourous detail in the form of sequins. Shake it on with a body-con bottom, and leopard-print heels, and don't forget your phone for all the numbers you'll acquire ;-)
(RRP US$325)

SACHIN + BABI FOR ANKASA
Brand founders Mr and Mrs Sachin and Babi Ahluwalia’s is a fashion love story. The two grew up in different Indian cities, both in fashion industry families, but didn’t meet until the third day of fashion design school at New York’s FIT. The college sweethearts started out as a supplier of beautiful Indian textiles (ANK Embroideries) to some of the fashion industry's leading designers (including Oscar de la Renta, Vera Wang, and Giorgio Armani), as well as making their own “Ankasa” home lifestyle brand. Then, in 2008, the visionary pair introduced their RTW brand Sachin + Babi for Ankasa with the mantra that luxurious textiles could translate to any design aesthetic. Filled with subtle glamour and plenty of romance and style, the Ahluwalias’ unique way of designing casually luxurious clothing appeals to every woman looking for a little shimmer without going over the top. Sachin + Babi for Ankasa creations are starting to catch the attention of many Hollywood stars.

PINCEAU '5 Couture' Sequin Tee

Much has been said about the charms of vintage, & for Pinceau it was the spark of an idea.
Owned by Jun Co. Ltd, which is, as you may know, one of the most dynamic & creative fashion forces in Japan, Pinceau was created as a slightly more adult version of Adam et Ropé -- another one of Jun fashion group’s acclaimed select store chain cum private label (sort of like the smaller-scale version of Anthropologie or Fred Segal).
With a name that means "paintbrush" in French, Pinceau's mission is to help discerning grown-up gals "paint their own colours onto their own canvases". This label really knows how to combine the perfect blend of vintage & modern, introducing fashion elements that are old but good to a new audience.
Drawing inspiration from the vintage sophistication of the great Chanel Numéro Cinq (No.5), this chic little parfum sequin tee from Pinceau's sell-out "5 Couture" series is a wonderful addition to any woman's wardrobe. The ideal piece to go under a jacket for the office, or to be worn simply with jeans during the weekend.

ALICE + OLIVIA One-Shoulder Sequin Dress

If ever there was a time to wear sequins, it is now. Sequins are the latest rage to flash over the world of celeb-dom, & they seem to be channeling the award season glitz of a radiant Tinseltown mixed with the blazing luminosity of a hopeful New Year.
The great thing about this piece by Alice + Olivia, apart from the sexy single-shoulderness (not only an enduring trend but also completely alluring), is that the outfit is almost like built-in jewellery, so that accessories aren't really even needed. The only accessories you should wear are a pair of vertiginous heels!
Available in black or gold.

ALICE + OLIVIA Sequin Dress with Keyhole Back

All these recent celeb pics might just be worth all the words that can said about the magic behind this trend-right, keyhole-back number by Alice + Olivia.
Even without subdued accessories, this dress will make sure the centre stage is all yours!

At the VH1 Divas event, Lauren Conrad accessorised hers with a simple diamond bracelet & black satin Louboutin peep-toes.


Marisa Miller (easily Victoria’s Secret’s most smokin’ angel, & Maxim's 2008 Hot 100 list No.1) wore her dress with some YSL pumps to her 24 Nov interview with Conan O’Brien.
Here she is snapped showing off the dress & her never-ending legs (& a choc bar?) as she leaves her West Hollywood hotel on the way to “The Tonight Show”.


Marisa Miller’s dress (& legs, & 3-million-dollar bra) did all the talking on the chat show.


For her birthday bash at LIV nightclub, Miami, art history grad & reality star Lauren "Lo" Bosworth too selected the photograph-perfect Alice + Olivia sequin dress, completing her look with a sleek low ponytail, cherry red manicure, & kohl eyes.

ALICE + OLIVIA Sequin Leggings

On the catwalk (as well as the sidewalks) in every big city, sequin leggings have made a triumphant return to the spotlight. You’ve seen them in Vogue, you’ve seen them on the models & the stars, now it’s time to give them a proper introduction to your wardrobe. These by Alice + Olivia are fun, fearless & fabulous. They cut a sleek party-perfect alternative to dresses or pants, yet at the same time are really easy to wear in a comfy stretch silhouette. Great for lazy nights when you don’t have anything planned, but don’t mind going out either.
Try mixing mediums by pairing these with cotton (like Chanel Iman, above, & Blake Lively, below), chiffon or velvet tunic. Keep the rest of your look simple -- just add a pair of heels/booties, minimal jewellery, & maybe some baby powder ;-)
Remember, you don’t have to be young to wear sequin leggings!

VANESSA BRUNO Sleeveless Dress

With its easy to wear shape & interesting party-ready details (centre silk panel, matte sequins trim), this Vanessa Bruno frock is the perfect LBD alternative for the woman who likes to mix it up.
Go glam with sky-high heels, or play it cool as a tunic over your favourite blue jeans & strappy sandals.