"Bling-Bling"

Metallics- is "bling bling" leaving Mtv Rap Stars necks and making their way onto runways and streets? Yes! Golds, Silvers and Bronzes are blowing away fashion designers, Prada, Ralph Lauren, Louis Vuitton and Marc Jacobs are just a few of the big names.




VERSACE



Bag $198, J.Crew; jcrew.com.



CHLOÉ





Bangles $85 to $128, Ted Rossi; tedrossi.com.



Shoes $195, Report; reportshoes.com.





PRADA






LOUIS VUITTON

Spangle brightened catwalks everywhere, and (for the most part) designers steered clear of the ultra futuristic, bulky intergalactic gaud people have come to associate with metallic finishes and shiny plastics. Instead, they have gone for a luxe look with fluid, light-reflective pieces and a streamlined aesthetic executed with draping, pleating, and bias-cuts.



Be careful to select garments made from high quality fabrics, with flattering cuts. You don't want to appear as if you've constructed your skirt from leftover aluminum foil, and there's nothing like shine to accentuate bulges and other figure flaws, so tread carefully when embracing the trend, and don't be afraid to just say "no" to certain styles if they really don't suit your body or personality.

As a rule of thumb, keep metallic fashions subtle for daytime and professional attire, but feel free to dive into the trend for evening wear and funky occasions.

Go for a totally glamorous look by wearing shiny sequins, satins and lamés, and glossy high-tech fabrics from head to toe.

Even those who shy away from shine must at least invest in a sequined top – if you're feeling adventurous, spring for a trendy fully-sequined little black dress.



H&M




ALDO