Mehwish Hayat sparkles in new IG photoshoot

LONDON:

tinsel. Those tiny, sparkly discs that have the power to transform any outfit from “meh” to “awesome” in seconds. They’re the fashion world’s equivalent of fairy dust—sprinkle them and watch as you light up a room or, at the very least, temporarily blind someone. But the real beauty of sequins? It’s the trend that continues to be a trend, season after season, as impervious to calendar as it is to subtlety.

Whether you’re baking in the sun or shivering in winter, there’s never a wrong time to wear sequins. And if you haven’t already been seduced by this sweeping seduction, let me show you the light (literally).

Pakistani view

Take Mehwish Hayat, who recently set the bar incredibly high with her fuchsia sequined ensemble. Now, if you’re picturing a weird glitter bomb, think again. This look, posted on Instagram, was pure glamour, elegance and all that. The sequined skirt was perfectly complemented by a matching silk button down that whispered ‘class’. And then there was her makeup: a smoky eye that could set off smoke alarms, with side-swept hair flowing in waves.

But let’s not kid ourselves – sequins aren’t all glitter and glam. There’s one small hiccup in this glitter saga: how do you actually pull off this dark daytime trend without looking like you’re constantly on your way to a fancy dress party? Styling sequins for daytime is a fine art. Here’s the trick: when you’re rocking sequins in the harsh daylight, choose lighter shades and pair them with something that screams “I’m casual, I swear!”

Glow from within

And let’s be honest, the best part about wearing sequins isn’t just about the aesthetics — it’s about the way they make you feel. There’s something undeniably exciting about stepping into a sequined outfit, like stepping into your own spotlight. Beyond their obvious visual appeal, sequins have a fascinating psychological impact. With every flicker and flash, they draw attention to your every move. It’s no wonder that when we wear sequins, people can’t help but notice us. They turn us into human disco balls, reflecting not only light but also a sense of confidence and empowerment.

Sequins are great, but they come with a not-so-glamorous secret: they’re often made from petroleum-based materials. Yes, those dazzling little discs that make us feel like stars are also known to be planetary villains. They can take centuries to decompose, polluting both our oceans and our landfills along the way. Not exactly what you want from your outfit.

But before you swear off sequins forever, there is hope. Enter Stella McCartney. Earlier this year, she debuted an eye-catching jumpsuit made from vegetable cellulose sequins. That’s right—this amazing number is plastic-free, biodegradable, and completely non-toxic.

So other designers are getting with the program and are starting to make sequins from materials that are a little more Earth-friendly, like recycled plastics or other sustainable options. Because let’s face it: there’s no need to sacrifice style for sustainability when we can have both.

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