Silver glazed bags, shoes, or apparels is certainly not a newcomer in the fashion world. It has been displayed through numerous runways such as Fendi, Coperni, Jean Paul Gaultier, and more. Yet there has been a surge of appearance of the eye-catching products recently with more people being seen wearing silver-colored pieces-Kim Kardashian sported a silver metallic bikini with a matching jacket and low-rise jeans to her shapewear brand Skims' event; and Rihanna took a night stroll displaying her baby bump earlier this year while carrying a crystal-embellished Balenciaga hourglass shoulder bag.
Perhaps, the reason behind it might have a correlation with Gen Z's obsession with Y2K, which often features all things metal. It's not hard to notice that Y2K has truly ruled this year's fashion trends; take a look at the comeback of baby tees, velvet tracksuit, and low-rise jeans. The trend itself has managed to become a most-loved concept in pop culture as well with emerging K-pop group NewJeans that has adopted the aesthetic as their debut concept.
Fashion wise, silver fabrics are mostly fit for a party or formal occasion. But unlike sequins, giant paillettes, and metal mesh garments we're familiar with, the trend nowadays offers more wearability that makes it easy to style and safe for the streets, hence its everyday versatility. However, the holiday season is right around the corner and nothing says festive than dressing all glitzy and glamor for the holiday soirées ahead. So, it's really a win!
As mentioned, the silverish fabrics that take up the trend lately offer effortless styling options. If you want to zhuzh up your office style, slap over a long silver pleated skirt that is perfect for both meetings and a dinner catch-up with friends. If you want a subtler one, a metallic silver bag is the easiest way to add a little extra something to your look.
All in all, the trend is able to polish your look by drawing in some sheen in a subtle and sophisticated way. Truly a statement.
(HAI/alm)