Get The Fashion Week Trend: Dripping-Wet Metallics, Sequins And Satins

Look like your clothes are made of liquid luxury, as seen on the runways of New York Fashion Week.
Tom Ford walked models down the runway on Sept. 12 in layers of shining, jewel- and metallic-toned fabrics.
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Tom Ford walked models down the runway on Sept. 12 in layers of shining, jewel- and metallic-toned fabrics.

New York Fashion Week was back in (nearly) full swing this past week, and the Spring/Summer 2022 collections just wrapped up ahead of Monday’s Met Gala. One of the flashiest displays came on the final night of shows, when Tom Ford sent models down the runway looking like they were drenched in liquid-like fabrics. They sparkled, they shined, they flowed and they reflected light that may require coordinating shades.

If you want to go full bore with this look, you can layer on silks, satins, sequins and metallics from head to toe, wearing pants, skirts, slip dresses, button-up tops and blazers in a mixture of textures and jewel tones. Or if you want to tone it down a bit, you can pick a single piece to mix into your wardrobe ― the choice is yours.

Models walk the Spring/Summer 2022 runways in (left to right) Prabal Gurung, Tom Ford and Private Policy.
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Models walk the Spring/Summer 2022 runways in (left to right) Prabal Gurung, Tom Ford and Private Policy.

The trend is a happier, more colorful version of the “wet” look that Zendaya wore to the Venice Film Festival on Sept. 3, which prompted the collective internet to react with a combination of bewilderment and awe.

Zendaya wore a wet-looking dress to the Venice International Film Festival on Sept. 3, 2021.
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Zendaya wore a wet-looking dress to the Venice International Film Festival on Sept. 3, 2021.

We’ve gathered several pieces (both high and low, but mostly low) that you can mix and match to achieve your desired level of liquidity. Take a look below and drape yourself in some shine ― even if you have nowhere to go.

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Nasty Gal Satin Longline Draped Wrap Front Blazer
Nasty Gal
3
Metallic Pleated Skirt
Amazon
4
Metallic Reflective Joggers
Amazon
5
Grace Karin Sequin Tank
Amazon
6
Asos Design Midi Slip Dress in High Shine Satin
Asos
7
Norma Kamali Single Breasted Blazer in Rose
Revolve
9
La Perla Long Silk Slip Dress
Amazon
11
Halpern Sequin Asymmetric Side-Draped Skirt
Bergdorf Goodman
12
Holographic Hooded Metallic Jacket
Amazon
13
xxxiticat Women's Sleeveless Spaghetti Strap Satin Dress
Amazon
14
Sugar Lips Women's Satin Midi Skirt
Amazon
15
J.Crew Tie-Back Silk Charmeuse Slip Dress
J.Crew
17
Deveaux New York Sheila Jacket
Amazon
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Amilia Slip Dress
Amazon
Available in nine colors.

Get the Amilia Slip Dress for $21.99.
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French Connection Sequin Midi Skirt
Asos
22
Lafayette 148 Ruxton Sequin Button Down Shirt
Neiman Marcus
23
R.Vivimos Women's Satin Midi Dress
Amazon
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Asos Design Cowl Neck Sequin Mini Dress
Asos

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