Sparkle is no longer exclusive to the night, they have officially left the dance floor and clocked in for daytime duty. Enter, sequin skirts. This season, the shimmery knee-grazer has shimmied its way back into the radar, shedding its over-the-top party girl image for a more refined and elegant direction. They’re unapologetically bold, bright, and impossible to ignore, spotted everywhere from runways to the streets. Whether styled with casual basics or office staples, sequin skirts have taken the cake on versatility—offering just the right amount of va-va-voom to your daytime dressing.
The spring/summer 2025 runways are proof of that. From Armani to Miu Miu and Versace, the sparkly skirt made frequent appearances in several shows. Armani went down a more sophisticated route with a black sequin midi skirt paired with a white silk blouse, while Versace elevated the corporate core aesthetic with a gold embellished piece. This season, the fashion cognoscenti’s mood is all about breaking the rules, and nothing says rule-breaker quite like wearing full-on sparkle to brunch, the office, or even a quick coffee run.
Therein lies the inevitable sartorial problem of not knowing how to style them. The rule of thumb? Let the sequin skirt be the centre of attention. In fact, that’s when it looks the best. To start, substitute it wherever you typically would wear jeans with your basic everyday fits. Pair a polished blazer with a glittering skirt for some much-needed drama, or throw a crisp button-down over a flashy gold choice and before you know it, you’re chic, cozy, and just a little bit extra in the best way possible.
Below, find Vogue Singapore’s guide to styling sequin skirts.
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Office Siren
Oversized coat? Check. Sequin skirt? Also check. This look says, “I mean business”—but the kind that comes with dinner plans on the side. Seal the look with a statement bag and you’re well on your way to being an office siren.
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Office Siren: Tom Ford Sequin-Embellished Mini Skirt, $1,710
Available at Farfetch.
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Office Siren: TWP Big Joe Cotton Poplin Shirt, $698
Available at Net-a-porter.
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Office Siren: Weekend Max Mara Lamine Single-Breasted Tailored Blazer, $373
Available at Cettire.
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Office Siren: Antonelli Sequin-Embellished tie, $488
Available at Farfetch.
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Office Siren: Prada Re-Nylon Small Tote Bag, $3,200
Available at Mytheresa.
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Breezy stripes
If playing it safe is not your thing, then go ahead and pair your basic buttoned-down shirt with a statement embellished long skirt.
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Breezy stripes: Retrofete Riley High-Waisted Skirt, $750
Available at Farfetch.
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Breezy stripes: Staud Freja Leather Thong Sandals, $380
Available at Mytheresa.
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Breezy stripes: Bottega Veneta The Mini Jodie Clutch Bag, $3,320
Available at Cettire.
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Breezy stripes: Yvonne Léon White Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings, $1,686
Available at Net-a-porter.
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Leather all the way
Leather never really goes out of style, and its genius is that it pairs seamlessly with everything. Style an oversized leather jacket with a shimmering long skirt for some much-needed va-va-voom to your ensemble.
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Leather all the way: Roland Mouret Sequined midi skirt, $542
Available at Mytheresa.
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Leather all the way: Versace Medusa Head Motif Zip-Up Cropped Bralette, $1,717
Available at Cettire.
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Leather all the way: Loewe Leather Jacket, $1,686
Available at Farfetch.
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Leather all the way: Aläia Click E/W Small Textured-Nubuck Shoulder Bag, $3,733
Available at Net-a-porter.
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Leather all the way: Dior Eyewear MissDior S1I Rectangular Frame Sunglasses, $558
Available at Cettire.
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Denimcore
When you work denim into the mix, a tad bit of grunge and ruggedness is too, formulated into the otherwise girly look.
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Denimcore: Max Mara Damiana Sequined Midi Skirt, $1,230
Available at Mytheresa.
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Denimcore: Dolce&Gabbana Devotion Leather Ankle Boots, $2,177
Available at Net-a-porter.
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Denimcore: Missoma Molten Wave Gold-Plated Sterling-Silver Ring, $91
Available at Selfridges.
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A sporty affair
Throw on some oversized sportswear and let the sequins do their thing. Ideal for errands, coffee runs, or even just leaning into the I-just threw-this-on energy.
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A sporty affair: Mirchi by Kim Titli Mini Skirt, $459
Available at Mirchi by Kim.
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A sporty affair: Sporty & Rich Yankees-Logo Fleece Polo Top, $320
Available at Sporty & Rich.
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A sporty affair: Maison Margiela Tabi Ballerina Shoes, $1,705
Available at Farfetch.
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A sporty affair: Loewe Small Puzzle Tote Bag, $4,600
Available at Farfetch.
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A sporty affair: Gucci Eyewear Rectangle Frame Sunglasses, $374
Available at Cettire.
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Structured chic
Who said office wear has to be boring? Add a little drama to your usual work blazer and pair it with a sparkly midi skirt.
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Structured chic: P.A.R.O.S.H. Sequinned Mini Skirt, $596
Available at Farfetch.
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Structured chic: Givenchy Double-Breasted Wool Blazer, $5,600
Available at Mytheresa.
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Structured chic: Chanel Square-Frame Acetate Sunglasses, $605
Available at Selfridges.
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Structured chic: Dries Van Noten Leather Loafers, $1,350
Available at Net-a-porter.
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Structured chic: Ferragamo Gancini Stud Earrings, $135
Available at Cettire.
