More Metallic Must-Haves

Last year, I wrote an article talking about how shine was everywhere. Well this year, shine is still going strong. The style of shine that has particularly caught my eye this year though, is shiny leg wear. As I was walking through various different stores at the Westfield Sunrise mall yesterday, I couldn't help but notice that metallic leggings were all over the place. When I got back home, I was inspired to go searching for more metallic leggings online . So, I thought I'd post my finds in this blog.

Latex Disco Dot Legging, $38.00, available in sizes S and M, ardenb.com

Side Zip Latex Legging, $38.00, shown in pewter; also available in black, sizes XS-L, ardenb.com

Liquid Leggings, $14.99, shown in silver; also available in black, sizes SM-LG (silver not available in SM), bakersshoes.com

Sexy 24" Legging, $34.00, available in sizes Small and Medium, bebe.com

Wet Look 27" Legging, $34.00, available in sizes X-Small-Medium, bebe.com

Aqua Women's Latex Liquid Leggings, $42,00, available in sizes small and medium, bloomingdales.com

Aqua Women's Liquid Latex Leggings with Zipper, $42.00, available in sizes Small-Large, bloomingdales.com

Glossy Open Heel & Toe Leggings, $15.80, sizes Small-Large, forever21.com

Metallic Knit Leggings, $9.99, available in sizes Small-Large, forever21.com

Metallic Leopard Leggings, $10.80, available in sizes X-Small and Small, forever21.com

Metallic Shine Knit Leggings, $13.80, forever21.com

Stirrup Gloss Leggings, $17.80, avilable in sizes X-Small-Large, forever21.com

Stirrup Leggings, $13.80, available in sizes X-Small-Large, forever21.com

Zip Ankle High Shine Leggings, $17.80, available in sizes Small and Medium, forever21.com

Gathered Ankle Glitter Legging, $17.80, available in sizes Small and Medium, forever21.com

High Shine Leggings, $13.80, shown in gold; also available in black, sizes Small-Large, forever21.com

High Waist Glossy Leggings, $22.80, available in sizes X-Small-Medium, forever21.com

Open Heel & Toe Metallic Leggings, $15.80, available in sizes X-Small-Medium, forever21.com

Shirred Glossy Leggings, $15.80, available in sizes X-Small-Large, forever21.com

Black Lame Leggings, $16.99, available in sizes SM-LG, hottopic.com

ING Faux Leather Leggings, $28.00, available in sizes S-L, macys.com

Liquid Metallic Full Foot Tights, $14.00, shown in silver; also available in gold and black, sizes small/medium and medium/large, urbanoutfitters.com

Silence & Noise Super Shiny Leggings, $38.00, shown in gold; also available in black, sizes xsmall-large, urbanoutfitters.com

These glossy leggings would be a perfect way to spice up the classic "Little Black Dress". They would also look great under a tunic top. You can even wear them under an over-sized t-shirt or boyfriend cardigan to add a feminine touch to a menswear-inspired look. If you see any other metallics that I haven't featured yet, let me know. Also tell me if there are any other leg wear trends that you would like me to write about. E-mail me at Charmed42787@gmail.com or send me a message on myspace. Keep shining!

Sparkle & Shine

It's time for all fashionistas to rise and shine, because shine is in right now. Whether it be satin, sateen, charmeuse, patent leather, glitter or sparkles; shine is now everywhere. Like neon and bright colored jeans, shine is also the perfect way to help you get noticed and stand out in a crowd; and since fashion is all about taking risks, this is your time to shine! Here are some shiny clothes and accesories that will help you achieve this:

Aerie Shine Cami, $9.95, shown in Ice Blue; also available in Midnight Burgandy, Ice Blue is available is size X-Small-Medium and Midnight Burgandy is only available in size Large, ae.com

Aerie Shiny Ballet Flat, $34.50, available in sizes 6-10, ae.com

Metallic Dress, $26.99, available in sizes M and L, charlotterusse.com

Metallic Pump in Gold, $22.99, available in sizes 6-9, charlotterusse.com

Metallic Pump in Pewter, $22.99, available in sizes 7-9, charlotterusse.com

Metallic Strappy Slingbacks, $24.99, shown in pink; also available in aqua and royal, sizes 6-10 (royal not avilable in 10), charlotterusse.com

Mirror Bangle, $4.00, charlotterusse.com

Teardrop Cluster Earrings, $4.00, charlotterusse.com

Red Dangle Earrings, $6.50, claires.com

Silver Gem Ring, $7.50, claires.com

Silver Wallet, $10.00, claires.com

Knit Waist Skirt w/ Pleated Chiffon Hem, $39.00, available in sizes Small and Medium, forever21.com

Shine V Cap Sleeve, $12.99, available in sizes s-l, mandee.com

Zinc Metallic Swing Coat in Gold, $23.90, available in sizes small-large, nordstrom.com

Zinc Metallic Swing Coat in White, $23.90, available in sizes small-large, nordstrom.com

Basic Boot, $29.50, available in sizes 6.5-9, wetseal.com

Covered Button Bootie, $26.50, shown in cognac; also available in ivory, sizes 6, 7, 7.5, 8, and 8.5 (cognac only available in 8), wetseal.com

Glitter Diamond Bangle, $3.99, shown in royal; also available in silver, wetseal.com

Glitter Dot Bangle, $3.99, shown in magenta; also available in black, wetseal.com

Button Front Ribbed Jacket, $32.50, shown in white; also available in pink and grey, sizes S-XL, wetseal.com

Woven Bubble Hem Dress, $24.50, available in sizes XS-L, wetseal.com

If you find any more shiny or sparkly clothing or accessories and would like to see them on this blog, please let me know. E-mail me at Charmed42787@gmail.com or send me a message via myspace. Have fun shopping and shine on!