Ah, the humble pair of jeans. There aren’t many items of clothing that we would happily share with our Dad, however in this iteration, he might not be too keen.
Embellished denim is your one-way ticket to party perfection. Slouchy yet sparkly, the studded material makes for the ultimate after-hours look, whether a jacket, jean or waistcoat grabs your eye.
This twinkling textile fusion has been a mainstay on the market for some time - harking back to the 90s when double denim (à la Britney and Justin) stormed onto the scene. Cue the Noughties, and the trend exploded - with rhinestones, sequins, studs, beading and appliqués raining down on the fashionscape in all their glimmering glory. Brands including Versace, D&G, Balmain, Area and Dsquared2 became synomnmous with embellished denim - spotted on the likes of Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa and fellow fashion insiders.
© Getty ImagesBorn from the counterculture of the late 1960s, which championed self-expression through artsy adornment, the trend only continues to gain momentum. Whether you sit at the Glen Campbell or Dolly Parton end of the spectrum (more is more is more etc) or you prefer to flirt with subtlety, simply team your denim piece of choice with a crisp T-shirt and you’re good to go.
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© ImaxtreeThe easiest recipe for a spot of day-to-night magic that would look as at home on a first date as it would for an 11am catch up with Janet from accounts. Consider us sold.
Best embellished denim pieces to shop now:
Belted Embellished Denim Jacket
Simone Rocha
Hailing from Simone Rocha's AW25 collection, this belted jacket marries classic Americana cool with high octane glamour. A stunning investment piece to last a lifetime.
Trish Diamante Denim Top
Aligne
Twinkle in Aligne's Trish Denim Top, complete with a fitted waist, glimmering stripes of diamanté crystals, a sleek, sim fit silhouette and an elegant boat neckline.
Blue Embellished Barrel Leg Jeans
Self-Portrait
Guaranteed to turn heads, these party-perfect jeans shimmer with vibrant, multicoloured diamanté from every angle. Their barrel-shaped silhouette pops when paired with a sleek, fitted top - ideal for a night out on the town.
New Marmont Denim Ballet Flats
Gucci
Crafted in Italy from indigo denim with tonal patent-leather toes, Gucci's bedazzled flats are sure to help you sparkle with every step. A luxury addition to your stellar shoewear collection.
Rhinestone-Embellished Sleeveless Denim Top
Sandro
Boasting a slim fit, rounded neck, sleeveless, button-down design and unmissable rhinestone embellishment, Sandro's party-ready denim piece can be teamed with the matching shorts or a tartan mini skirt for a playful, punkish touch.
Wide-Leg Crystal-Embellished Jeans in Dark Blue
Reiss
Glitter with every step thanks to Reiss' dark-wash jeans topped with twinkling embellishments. Cut from lyocell-cotton denim with a mid-rise waist, these perfect pants are set to spark conversation at every shindig.
The Gem Embellished Denim Mini Sack Handbag
Marc Jacobs
Steal the show wherever you go thanks to Marc Jacobs. The beloved brand is full of covetable denim gems - and with its multicoloured embellishment and dark wash finish, this luxury must-have caught our eye.
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