Never let the sequence of your sequins become a disco ball - Times LIVE

Andrea Nagel | 2013-10-17 01:12:34.0

There's a golden rule to wearing sequins: don't go overboard trying to impersonate a disco ball. While this shiny, sparkly late spring trend speaks to our little-girl hearts, the effect is nullified if you overdo it.

Liberace and Gary Glitter loved to wear sequins, but unless you're a guy trying to make the most of stage lighting, leave this shiny trend for the ladies.

Sequins lift everyday outfits and should not be reserved for slinky evening dresses only. The trick to wearing them during the day is to pair them with other textures, like denim and cotton. This dresses them down.

The trick is to wear the high impact of the sequin with a casual partner, like an oversized T-shirt and denim jacket if you're wearing sequin pants or a sequin skirt, or fraying denim shorts or full-length jeans if you're wearing a sequin shirt.

For daytime, Converse takkies look great teamed with a sequin item - then all you need to transform your outfit into a night-time winner is a pair of stiletto heels. Another great way to wear sequins is to pair a crisp, white blouse with a chic sequined pencil skirt.

If you're going to put sparkle on your clothes, leave it off your face. Go for matt and nude looks and don't be tempted to match your eye shadow to your outfit.

While accessories like a sequin clutch, scarf or belt add oomph to your look, there's nothing wrong with wearing a fully sequined dress. Make sure it's a simple shape - tube dresses teamed with a denim or matt leather jacket will do the trick.

If you're going to wear a fully sequined dress, make sure it fits properly. People will definitely be looking at you when you're covered in sparkles - and you don't want their first thought to be: "Couldn't she find a few more inches of fabric?"