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Metallic Is the New Black

There is no doubt that the metallic trend is hitting the fashion world hard, with top designers releasing their metallic dresses and fashion pieces. Celebrities are picking up the trend real quick; you can see several metallic during ceremonies and parties.

La Moss took the trend and created a stunning look of herself at Costume Institute gala in May 2009, and the trend continues to rise. Metallic is actually a very easy color to wear, especially when you have proper self confidence.

The good thing about metallic is that you don’t have to prepare too much fashion accessories or additional items. The dress fits into places perfectly. Gap, J.Crew, and other labels are all releasing metallic collections and are starting a new hype among fashion lovers.

If you can, find a halter-neck metallic dress. It is great outfit to wear on its own, but you can also add jackets, a nice handbag — preferably calmer on color — and of course matching pair of shoes. Use the combination in any possible event and you can never go wrong.

You can also find additional fashion items such as a silky scarf or classic jackets to help you achieve an entirely different look without changing dresses. It may be too sexy for everyday use, but you can easily wear the dress to different occasions, formal and non formal. Make sure you have a touch of metallic in your closet at all times, just in case you need a quick solution for parties.

Jason Wu’s One-Shouldered Chiffon Gown

Jason Wu never thought that day as historical; in fact, he was just watching television at his Manhattan residence, eating pizza and totally not expecting what he saw next. It wasn’t until Michelle Obama appears on TV. Michelle wore to the plethora of parties on the eve of the inauguration in January, and Jimmy Wu was simply stunned. Even he wasn’t expecting that dress, and it was a life changing experience for sure.

If you want to look as gorgeous, try using Wu’s one-shouldered off-white dress as inspiration. Michelle Obama wore this dress to the party that night, and it changed the world for everyone. Who knows, you can also rock everyone’s world by wearing this featured dress.

If you are looking for ways to spice up the look and make it younger, you can always lose the accessories and go with pashmina shawl and a simple set of necklaces and earrings. Michelle Obama has superb taste for fashion, with designers such as Narciso Rodriguez, Isabel Toledo, and Maria Cornejo listed as her resident fashion designers, so following her style while adding your own personal touches may not be a bad thing at all.

You can also make the dress look a bit more chic by adding a matching hairstyle and some nice bracelets. Just don’t overdo with fashion accessories, since it would make the dress looks a lot less special. With everything set, you can go to any formal or semi-formal events looking like a First Lady that dazzles everyone.