In your twenties…

Now is the time to be brave with statement pieces like this head-turning silver, leather-look mini skirt. Just remember never to go head-to-toe metallic unless you want to look like you’re from the future!

...Or take the accessories route and mix it up with metallic flats, a silver clutch and these aluminium frames with metallic finish.
Leda
In your forties…

A sweeping metallic skirt will keep it classy, while giving your outfit total wow factor. Top off with metallic frames, but keep the rest of your outfit understated, so your metallics aren’t competing for attention.

Choose one or two stand-out accessories for cool and quirky way to wear the metallics trend. We love these look-at-me silver cat’s eye glasses!
MAX&Co 05
In your sixties…

Embrace the glittery side of the metallic spectrum, but avoid foil-like fabrics as a rule. Very reflective materials worn close to the skin can enhance the look of wrinkles, so stick to more natural fibres with lots of sparkle!

Reach for accessories with a glitter finish or crystal details like these glasses from the exclusive Twiggy for Aurora range.
Twiggy for Aurora 11
Photography: Elizabeth Gibson. Products: Twenties (clockwise) – White Stuff, River Island, Moda in Pelle, Oliver Bonas. Forties (clockwise) Miss Selfridge, Moda in Pelle, Very, Simply Be. Sixties (clockwise) – Moda in Pelle, Debenhams, Wallis.