The past winter fashion season has proven to be the most colorful yet from bold colors to geometric patterns all over runways, TikTok fashion accounts and in streetwear.

In recent fashion history, there has never been a better time to embrace colors and move away from matching and into the complementary pairing, blues with reds and pinks with greens.

The acceptance of boldness in fashion is also making its way forward with materials, it isn't just cotton anymore but pleather from head to toe, satin accents and introducing a clear favorite: metallic everything.

When talking about the metallic clothing trend, this isn't just about heavy metal jewelry, body chains and purse handles, but material that shines.

There are a few different ways to lean into the metallic trend in terms of materials. One the patent sleek and shiny material that looks like it is reflecting, it is most common in silver but lately has been very popular in magenta and emerald green.

The same colors have been seen in the ultra sparkly material, but not the one with sequins, just a sparkly material that gives a metallic effect. And finally, actually metallic elements come into play when put together to form the most modern sequin.

Do these styles remind you of any fashion throughout history?

The History

If you are thinking that this trend seems familiar to you, look back at your favorite '80s films or even the hit queer iconic episode of San Junipero where the metallic trend is at its finest.

Think emerald green dresses with puffy sleeves and shining with the sleek metallic fabric. The '80s were all about bright colors and embracing complementation with them in conversation with fun fabrics.

Drawing parallels, the recent fabric and color boom all goes directly back to the '80s with metallic jackets, dresses, pants and the general shiny aesthetic of '80s vibes.

These trends were brought back in full swing and being embraced by Millennials and Gen Z fashion lovers along with the vibrant confidence that comes along with embracing bold.

The real message being expressed through fashion, in the '80s and now, is to be bold, stand out and revel in it.

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How To Style It

You have a lot of options if you are wanting to embrace this trend. You can start with a single metallic item such as a shiny puffer jacket, shiny wide-leg pants or a skirt, even sandals or boots, and see how it works with your other clothing.

Alternatively, go head to do metallic with the sparkly material trend, opposed to the sleek reflective material. The sparkly material that gives off a metallic effect is sublet enough to be worn from head to toe and give a nice statement to your outfit.

To go bold with this trend, pick a statement color like silver, magenta, emerald green, yellow or bright blue. If you want to turn a basic capsule closet item into a more exciting piece, get a black of the grey shiny material piece.

The ladder can be worn almost anywhere from the office to a casual event, whereas the brighter colors being the statement that they are, need to be worn for the occasion. Although, the sky is the limit, just about any metallic piece can be transitioned to be worn anywhere.

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Where To Wear It

When talking about this trend, the first thing that comes to mind is dressing up because yes, it is a bit extra and statement worthy. If you want to mix up your going-out attire and channel your inner '80s dancing queen, find a metallic piece to add to the rotation.

Plus for any special occasion, you are bound to stand out, in a good way that grabs people's attention and makes them think "she has great style."

Although, the shiny and metallic pieces can be worn every day as well. Take the shiny cowgirls boots, for example, paired with a satin floral midi dress and the statement bag make for a fun everyday look.

The same goes for metallic sandals, picking a metallic shoe is one of the easiest ways to subtly bring the trend into your rotation without overbearing your comfort level. Many brands have also started selling metallic purses, making it the perfect everyday accessory for a pop, and it transitions perfectly from day to night outfits.

Don't hesitate to add a little metallic accessory or accent to your everyday look, even for the office. Embrace the trend if you are gonna go there, just do it.

And for your next special event, you can plan to wear that head-to-toe shiny two-piece set to stand out from the crowd.

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