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Whether it’s for upcoming nuptials, a birthday celebration, or just a night out with friends, a sparkly dress is the statement piece that’s guaranteed to make you feel like the center of attention. By way of metallic fabrics, shimmery paillettes, or heavy-metal details, no dress style gives instant glamour quite like one that glimmers every time you take a step.
If you’re on the hunt for a night-out style that will rival the disco ball at any club, opt for a minidress in silver or gold. For a wedding, try a longer silhouette in a playful (and shimmery) print or perhaps a black-and-white printed style with just a touch of shine. For the bride-to-be, a sparkly white dress can be a great option for your bachelorette party or even the rehearsal dinner. And while you may not believe it, sparkles even deserve a spot at the beach via the loose-knit halter dress designed by Coperni or the stretch Missoni number that will hug your body without feeling restrictive or scratchy. Ahead, find the best sparkly dresses to transform your look and serve as an instant mood booster. If you plan on bringing your sparkle out during daytime hours, just make sure you have sunglasses on hand too.
Heavy Metals
For those who favor the classics, you can’t go wrong with a shimmery silver or gold dress. At the moment, even playful rose-gold iterations are making appearances. To give your dress of choice a futuristic twist, style with matching metallic accessories.
Color Rich
Sparkles and high saturation are not mutually exclusive choices when it comes to dressing up. This season, expect Italian label Attico to lead the pack with bold colors and lots of shine. If you’re ready to dress up and head out for a celebratory night on the town, you can’t go wrong with this category.
Playful Prints
Swirling psychedelic prints and colorful abstract designs are pillars of this trend for summer 2022. A fun print makes for an ideal daytime style, adding a bit of a casual air to a dress style that’s typically reserved for after-hours.
Monochromatic Shine
For minimalists, sparkles may be a hard draw, but if you keep the color palette to monochromatic black and white, it will help to tone down how loud shimmery styles can feel. Whether you opt for a solid black or white dress or get a little graphic, you’ll stand out without straying too far from simplicity.
