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How To Wear Embellishment For Summer Events

Embellishment is one of the most celebrated trends at Monsoon, with artful embroideries, sequins and beadwork adding opulence and luxury to the season’s key silhouettes. Want to try the trend? Jess, Occasionwear Buyer at Monsoon, shows us how to wear embellished dresses for summer event season, from weddings to black-tie invites.

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The Summer Party

Cindy Neon Sequin Dress, £149  | Nelly Neon Clutch, £17  | Katy Sporty Sandal, £29

Sequins add a sense of luxury to the simplest silhouettes, making them perfectly suited for day and night. Part of the ARTISAN collection, this cami dress is hand-embellished with neon sequins that work well from dusk to dark. Thanks to its relaxed shape, this versatile style can be worn on the beach with sandals, or dressed up for evening events with heels.  

 

The Destination Wedding

Nirallee Embellished Dress, £179 | Whitney Box Clutch, £35 | Melissa Metallic Clutch, £79

Embellished cami dresses continue to remain relevant for summer event season, offering a directional and dynamic alternative to floor-length gowns. Inspired by catwalk trends, this Limited Edition cami dress is embellished with shimmering sequins in a soft, pastel colouration that is key for SS17.  Accessorise with a silver metallic clutch bags and heels for perfect summer wedding style.

 

The Black-Tie Event

Savannah Embellished Dress, £169 | Esmerelda Clutch, £25 | Esmerelda Peep Toe Heels, £59

Off to a black-tie event? Make an impact in this floor-sweeping maxi dress in an icy blue hue, featuring floral embroideries, and hand-embellished sequins and beads in vibrant pinks, corals and yellows. Designed for a fitted silhouette, this premium piece looks best worn with tonal accessories, allowing its luxe embellishments to take the limelight.

 

The Cocktail Party

Danitza Dress, £169 | Felicity Frill Clutch, £35 | Felicity Frill Sandal, £69

Stripes translate well into summer event dress codes – and particularly when crafted from eye-catching embellishments. Part of the ARTISAN collection, this black mini dress is designed with rainbow-hued beads, arranged in a striped chevron pattern. Style it for your next summer cocktail party with a simple clutch bag and matching heeled sandals.

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