Fall Trend Report: Everyday Lamé

Posted by , on October 16, 2012 at 2:14 pm
Click through the gallery to see how to incorporate this flashy gold fabric into your everyday wardrobe. 

The trick to making gold lamé versatile: think of it as a neutral shade. For example, these trousers would look equally cool with a fitted black blazer and ankle boots as they would dressed down with a [...]

 

The trick to making gold lamé versatile: think of it as a neutral shade. For example, these trousers would look equally cool with a fitted black blazer and ankle boots as they would dressed down with a colorful sweater and oxfords, like this Nanette Lepore look. 

 

We've seen lamé sleeves on everything from basic tees to gorgeous gowns, as seen above at J. Mendel.

 

Lamé accents at Prabal Gurung

 

We love how Nanette Lepore dressed this this flouncy lamé skirt down with opaque black tights and a tomato red sweater. 

 

Pretty much everything coming from Skaist-Taylor (Juicy Couture founders Pamela Skaist-Levy and Gela Nash-Taylor's new line) is high octane ... and we love it. Pair these lamé shorts with a thin tee and [...]

 

Pretty much everything coming from Skaist-Taylor (Juicy Couture founders Pamela Skaist-Levy and Gela Nash-Taylor's new line) is high octane ... and we love it. Pair these lamé shorts with a thin tee and a black blazer for a modern sort-of suit, or with a a pair of thick blight tights and a chunky sweater. 
Skaist-Taylor Silk-Blend Lamé Shorts, $495; at net-a-porter

 

Add a glitzy kick to an everyday outfit with this gold lamé tote.
Gold Lamé Shopper, $10.50; at ASOS

 

Pair this chic top with black trousers and a blazer for a perfect day-to-night outfit.
Jason Wu Long Sleeve Top, $535; at Nordstrom

 

We're loving this skirts' crisp pleats and serged hem.
Rachel Roy Sunburst Skirt, $328; at Shopbop

 

Subtle lamé fabric gives a grab-and-go trench a little something extra.
Topshop Premium Draped Lamé Trench, $250; at Topshop

 

We'd throw a black leather moto jacket over this shimmering shirt-style dress for a night on the town.
10 Crosby Derek Lam Silk Lamé Shirt Dress, $248; at Saks Fifth Avenue

 

Go vintage with these versatile slinky lamé harem pants.
Brown Bag Vintage Gold Lamé Harem Pants, $39; at Etsy

 

The holidays are coming up, so why not swap out that LBD for this fabulous lamé cocktail dress? 
Philosophy Di Alberta Feretti Short Dress, $248; at Yoox

 

Another pair of shorts that'll pair perfectly with tight and ankle boots this fall.
Tribune Standard Lamé Wool Trouser Shorts, $54; at Bluefly

 

Indeed they're a bit of splurge, but these stunning trousers exemplify laid-back luxe. 
Stella McCartney Lamé Trousers, $769; at MyTheresa

 

How striking is this dress? We're especially drawn to its lamé detailing and cool polka-dot trim. 
Danielle Scutt Dress With Lamé and Polka Trim, $484; at ASOS

 

We'd tuck this top into a pair of high-waist black jeans, or we'd dress it up with a billowy floor-length black skirt. 
Tory Burch One-shoulder Silk-Blend Lamé Top, $160; at The Outnet 

 

A loose silhouette makes gold lamé extra-chic.
Diane von Furstenberg, $556.60; at DvF

 

If this lamé mini is a tad too racy, try layering a tight black turtleneck underneath.
B44 Dressed Asymmetrical Dress; $174; at Saks Fifth Avenue

 

An all-purpose tee gets a lamé update.
Marc By Marc Jacobs Verushka Lamé T-Shirt, $433; at My Wardrobe

 

Metallic gold nails feel fresh for fall.
Essie Good as Gold Polish, $8; at Essie

 

Glitz up your laptop case with this lamé tote.
American Apparel Gold Lamé Quilted Laptop Case, $29; at American Apparel

 

We'd pair this lamé jumpsuit with a tailored black blazer and sharp heels for a chic night-out look.
BCBGMAXAZRIA Gold Jumpsuit, $298; at Saks Fifth Avenue

 

OK fine, they're not technically lamé, but these shiny (and awesome) gold kicks get the point across just fine.

Adidas Top Ten Hi Sleek Sneakers, $90, Adidas.com

 
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Once upon a time, the thought of gold lamé called to mind glitzy grandmas or Las Vegas party girls (or an amalgamation of both). However, thanks to an especially strong showing on Fall 2012 runways, the shiny gold fabric is poised to be a seasonal standout. Designers such as Nanette Lepore, J. Mendel and Prabal Gurung incorporated lamé into everything from sleeve accents and collars to slim-cut trousers, resulting in a modern, anything-goes vibe. Here, a few easy ways to incorporate the flashy fabric into your everyday wardrobe.

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