Here’s our guide to shimmer in dressed down high shine metallic fashion for the daytime

From reflective fabrics to shiny statement pieces, the metal trend can be transformed perfectly for daylight hours

By Siobhan O'Connor

18th December 2017, 7:34 pm

HIGH-SHINE metallics aren’t just for Christmas parties – they can be dressed down for daytime too.

There is a space-age style revival underway this season and foil-effect fabrics and shiny hues are big news.

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Celebrities like Rita Ora have been rocking the glamorous version of the high shine trend on the red carpet

Go for gold on the school run by chucking on an M&S puffer coat or pair statement silver trousers with a crisp shirt and jumper.

Here, SIOBHAN O’CONNOR shows you how to shimmer during those precious few daylight hours.

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TIP: Got a new festive frock? Get maximum wear by layering up with a polo and over-the-knee boots.

Roll-neck, £29.95, United Colors of Benetton; dress, £30, nasty gal.com; boots, £99, Topshop

TIP: Rework party pleats by dressing down with an oversized chunky knit.

Tuck in the front to add shape.

Jumper, £38, River Island; sequin skirt, £46.50, M&S; boots, £85, Office

TIP: Yes, you CAN wear statement silver in the day.

Simply team a stand-out metallic trouser with a casual top.

Shirt, £39.50, M&S; knitted jumper, £29.99, shoes, £49.99, both Mango; trousers, £45, Topshop

TIP: A metallic-style statement trench can be worn over a dress or around a jumper.

White roll-neck, £18, M&Co; metallic trench coat, £85, Topshop; mustard trousers, £20, Tesco

TIP: Don’t be put off by bomber jackets.

They are warm, easy to chuck on and bang on trend.

Roll-neck jumper, £8.99, New Look; metallic bomber, £65, M&S; trousers, £36, Topshop

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