Sequin skirts are no longer banished to only being seen at Christmas parties and holiday festivities - they're a year-round staple, and there's plenty of high street sequin skirts in stock right now for your autumnal wardrobe, festivals and even those big events.

Style it with a cropped jacket and classic pumps but have a little fun with accessories, like ankle socks or a fun piece of jewelry. Whether you're heading to a creative office place or out to drinks afterward, style a black sequined pencil skirt with a ribbed sweater and ankle booties.

Sequins (mainly made out of reflective bits of metals) sewn into jackets, bonnets, and dresses were popular among the nobility and wealthy during the 17th to 19th centuries. During the 1920s, after the discovery of the Tomb of Tutankhamun, sequins witnessed a renewed popularity as a consequence of Egyptomania.

sequin | Intermediate English a small, shiny metal or plastic disk sewn on clothes for decoration: Her dress sparkled with sequins.

Sequins (mainly made out of reflective bits of metals) sewn into jackets, bonnets, and dresses were popular among the nobility and wealthy during the 17th to 19th centuries. During the 1920s, after the discovery of the Tomb of Tutankhamun, sequins witnessed a renewed popularity as a consequence of Egyptomania.

Sequins (mainly made out of reflective bits of metals) sewn into jackets, bonnets, and dresses were popular among the nobility and wealthy during the 17th to 19th centuries. During the 1920s, after the discovery of the Tomb of Tutankhamun, sequins witnessed a renewed popularity as a consequence of Egyptomania.

Early examples come from the Greeks, who would drill holes into coins and tie them onto clothing for the elite. Similarly, gold sequined disks sewn onto garments were found in King Tutankhauamun's tomb in 1922, which were deemed as a way to promise financial stability in the afterlife.

Sequins are also used in curtains, upholstery, home furnishings, cushions, pillowcases, bedspreads, table covers etc. Commonly they are used for printing and embroidery mix and match to give a more expensive look. They may also be referred to as spangles, palettes, or diamonds.

The word “sequin” is derived from “sikka,” the Arabic word for “coin” or “minting die.” The gold coin embellishments worn by the pharaohs of ancient Egypt inspired the opulent sequin costumes Elizabeth Taylor wore for her role in the 1963 epic "Cleopatra."

Sequins have been considered to be symbolic of optimism, a celebratory moment in one's life, and even prestige given the adornment of sequins and glitter all over a piece of clothing.

Sequins are little bits of metallic-finish plastic that are sewn (or glued) onto clothing or accessories to give it a bit of shine. Before crystals became the default form of bling for skating and dance costumes, sequins were ALL OVER the place. They were usually hand-sewn, accompanied by seed beads.

History. Sequin originated from the Arabic word 'Sikka' which means coin. In the 16th century, it was converted into the French word, sequin. In1922 Egyptian Pharoah Tutankhamun garments were embellished with tiny disks made of pure gold, and lappers' dresses were often embellished with hundreds of metal sequins.

Sequins, also known as paillettes or spangles, are small, shiny discs or beads typically made from plastic and used to decorate clothing, accessories, and other items. They have been a popular choice in fashion for centuries and are often used to add a touch of glamor or sparkle to an outfit.