Thursday 10 August 2017

How to: rock sequins at the beach

Welcome to beachside paradise. It's no secret that I love sequins and you already know your girl loves the beach, so I thought what better way than to show you the best of both worlds; how I've been styling sequins this summer on the beach, no less. Sequins on the sun lounger might not be a fashion trend you'd have in mind when soaking up the sand, but if there's one thing I've learnt about my style in the past few years, it's that sequins and glitter can be injected into an everyday look to up the disco inferno tempo in stunning yet subtle tones. I opted for this rainbow sequin co-ord from Asos which I bought last fall. It cuts a casual edge yet shimmers against those sunbeams, and adds a fun, funky vibe to a beachy day out. I thought I might get a few inquisitive stares, what with wearing this by the sea, but no one seemed to bat an eyelid. Hopefully this is the start of a glittery era, where sequins and swimsuits become one...
Like most of my outfits and trends featured on the blog, sequins and glitter have kind of become a favourite forte of mine by accident. On a constant mission to liven up the drizzly weather we get here in the UK, outfits with a spirited glow will always get my vote. I overheard my mum on the phone to her friend the other week: "Sophie's prancing around in an outfit for a blog shoot tomorrow", my mum's friend answered: "Is it something glittery?" which totally made me smile. Unfortunately it wasn't (shock and horror, horror and shock), it was this crochet shell trim bikini outfit. My summer wardrobe has mostly consisted of crochet crop tops, shell embellished styles and rainbows, but now I'm craving a gush of glitter once more. If you too are seeking sequins by the beach, I've found a similar glitter sequin crop top by Pretty Little Thing & these matching sequin hot pants

Also featured are these rainbow shades from River Island, and this Skinnydip London peachy cross body bag. The perfect fruity glimmery touch to an outfit already overdosed on a hedonistic high. I struggle so much with Autumn/Winter fashion as it's not really my vibe at all, so sequins and glitter are key for me during the colder months too. They add so much shine and sass to any outfit, especially when the day is dreary and the trends call out for an injection of colour. It's like a bloody sigh of relief, having the promise of glitz amongst the drab grey and black hues. Once upon a time, I actually called black my favourite colour and lived in a sea of grey, dark, bleak tones. Can you believe that? NOT ANY MORE! 

 Two of my favourite ever outfit posts on this blog have involved jewels and gems. First up, this Asos jewel tone top and second, my mermaid sequin NYE style, shot during November and December no less, and thankfully blaring a bit of bliss through the corruptive cold. The mere mention of Autumn has my heart hammering and my flare falling, but so long as the online shops are promising a bit of dazzle, my heart can stay hotter than hot. 


I've got a Part II post in this series of how to rock sequins by the beach coming up, so stay tuned for that a little later this summer! Let me know if you'd like to see more ongoing "How to" fashion posts, it's something I'm thinking of including more in my style posts! 



Do you enjoy incorporating sequins into your everyday looks? 
I'd love to hear what glittery things you've been buying! 

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23 comments:

  1. Fairly certain that you are the one and only person who can rock the heck out of sequins absolutely anywhere! xx

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  2. You're totally rocking them too, love this look!

    Lauren x Huggled

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  3. This outfit is so pretty! I have a dress from Asos which is just sequins and it's soooo pretty in sunlight!

    Stella xx
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  4. Love the outfit! A whole lot of sequin but you're totally pulling it off!!

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  5. Definitely you rock with this outfit girl! You are right, your sequins outfit is fantastic and that beach is really beautiful, so that is perfect combination!

    jointyicroissanty

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  6. This outfit is gold! I don't think I have anything with sequins. The one and only glittery thing I have now is my highlighter hahah :D

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  7. ASOS always have the most incredible finds. I love this sequin two piece. So stunning, especially at the beach. I've always found winter to be the best for styling since I find more options but you certainly make the case for summer with this beauty too!

    Sxx
    www.daringcoco.com

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  8. These beach huts are so cute! I also love how you are wearing sequins to the beach - that's the coolest thing ever.

    http://ohduckydarling.com

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  9. Sequins look so bomb on you! Love your style (I'm sure I've mentioned it a thousand times before) xx

    Naya // www.partyparrotblog.com

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  10. I can't imagine you saying black is one of your fave colours haha! You have totally rocked this outfit and you picked the perfect location. So colourful and bright! Pretty Little Thing always have really nice picks x

    LAURA ­| Laura Thinks About

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  11. I definitely now associate sequins with both you and your blog, Sophie! This co-ord is lovely, and I can see why you snapped it up - ASOS always have the most unique and special pieces. I haven't bought many sparkly or glittery things lately, though your blog is a definite source of fabulously glitzy inspiration babe! ;) Have a lovely week!!

    Gabrielle | A Glass Of Ice x

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  12. could you have picked a more idyllic backdrop for these photos?! (answer: no). you are literal fire emoji in these photos, i damn wish i could pull off a co-ord like you. those legs!!!

    i am still living in a sea of black, grey and white...i really need to branch the fuck out and go full rainbow colour sometime. you genuinely look amaze.

    ps. can i have that gorgeous toned flat tummy of yours please?! sharing is caring!!

    katie xx lacoconoire.com


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  13. Omg it looks so cute!<3 I love sequins, but I'm too scared to wear them.
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  14. Sophie you have totally proved that sequins can look absolutely incredible on the beach! You look like an absolute rainbow mermaid babe in this two piece and it's one of my fave sparkly things you've rocked so far! Haha I love that your Mum's friends asked if it was something sparkly- as you are the GLITTER QUEEN.

    Rachel xx
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  15. This look ✨💚💜❤️💙💛✨ Girl YAS !!! You are the sequin Queen ! Beautiful post and you look absolutely stunning ! I adore your posts xxx

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  16. This look is amazing! I love sequins! :)

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  17. OMG you rock sequins like no other babe! I can imagine how sequins turns your gloomy days into sparkly upbeat days. I know it does wonders for me. I just bought some beautiful sequins heels that I adored at first sight. I saw this girl trying them on at DSW shoe store and I stopped in my tracks. She laughed when I said she made me do it as I walked up to the register to purchase them myself. Of course I had to be a good sister and purchase some for my sister because I knew she would love them to death!! Can't wait to share them on the blog soon. I would so loved your shoot in front of a store with the dress you did! I love street style so that would be fun to see more of on your blog. So hard for me to go shooting in Los Angeles and have one of my friends open up their schedule for just that. I plan to do more of it soon too. Wish I had my own photographer, lol!!! Have a wonderful weekend Sophie.

    Glitter Kisses,
    Tania
    http://inspiremyfancy.blogspot.com/

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  18. I love this, it's gorgeous! I have an embroided top that has a bit of sequins in it, but nothing this fantastic :) x

    Velvet Blush

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  19. Sequins by the sea? Yes please! You look fab in this and I absolutely love the idea of bringing some sparkle to the beach. Gorgeous! x

    Kate Louise Blogs

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  20. love your beach sparkle! :) this is the cutest co-ord ever! http://sarahinwonderlust.blogspot.co.uk/2017/08/beauty-summer-faves-ss17.html

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  21. You look so beautiful!!! I think your peach bag is so, so adorable too! Sequins can definitely be rocked on the beach as you are showing right here <3 I think you would look amazing in sequin/glittery leggings when the weather gets a little colder! <3 <3 <3

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  22. Love these photos, the sequin suit is so cute

    Xx,

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  23. You look gorgeous in this outfit! I'm also a little bit in love with the peach bag!

    https://simplybeki.wordpress.com xx

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