As a veritable magpie with a love of sequins, I'm always looking for new ways and excuses to wear them year-round and Eva Longoria's latest outfit has given some great autumn outfit ideas when it comes to sparkle.
The actress was photographed out and about in New York in a head-to-toe shimmering look from designer Brunello Cucinelli in one of the hottest autumn/winter colour trends 2025. Brown - in particular, chocolate tones - is certainly having a moment right now, and we love how she's taken this seasonal colour and added joyful sparkle to a shade that is more often associated with pared-back Quiet Luxury looks.
While such a statement look might be more of a date night outfit idea than a typical daytime look, there's nothing to say that you can't wear sequins in a dressed-down style too. Rather than going for a full look, a great way to mix sequins with pieces from your autumn capsule wardrobe is adding a sparkling separate in the form of a top to your most comfortable jeans or teaming a sequin skirt with your best cashmere sweater. This gives your sparkly piece a more pared-back finish, making it wearable round the clock.
SHINE ON IN SEQUINS THIS AUTUMN
With such a bold, high shine look there are several clever styling tricks that Eva Longoria has drawn on to stop her outfit from overwhelming her. First, by adding a belt, the actress emphasises her waist in contrast to the relaxed fit of her sweater. By opting for a belt in a similar tone to the sequins of her skirt, it serves to highlight her waist without detracting from her outfit.
In this same vein, the glamorous star has chosen delicate accessories that won't overshadow her look. A pair of Giuseppe Zanotti Amiila bronze metallic-leather sandals add height to her silhouette and complement the colours of her outfit, while her jewellery is also simple and chic in order for focus to remain on her sparkling separates.
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A sequin skirt is a great way to jazz up your outfit for any slightly dressier occasion. Keep it casual with a white tee and trainers or go for a matching top for head to toe sparkle.
While it may be a little early to think about sequinned knits, the tassel style of this top adds extra texture without bulk or weight, making it a great alternative to warmer sweaters.
Break up the flow of your head to toe sequins and create a natural point of interest at the waist with a leather belt. Sitting at the smallest part of your waist, it'll highlight your silhouette.
By opting for silver rather than gold hoop earrings, Eva Longoria's added an interesting contrast to her sparkling outfit. This quilted style as adds a cool textured detail.
Bronze is a stylish alternative to traditional silver and gold when it comes to footwear and this versatile hue will work with a variety of other colours and outfits too.
When it comes to a statement outfit like sequins, it's best to keep jewellery pared back - a simple, delicate chain bracelet is a great piece of affordable jewellery to add to your outfit without overwhelming it.
Is it ever too early to start planning Christmas party outfits? I hope not because thanks to Eva's sophisticated take on sparkle, I'm ready to take on the festive season but before then, I'll be styling my favourite sequin pieces into smart casual outfit ideas too.
A sequin t-shirt or sweater is a great addition to a simple jeans and blazer look. Try adding heels and a clutch for a fun and unfussy evening look or if you've been wondering how to style a satin slip skirt, a sequin top in a similar colour could easily be an alternative to a dress for a winter wedding.
