Plus Velvet Sequin Tie Front Top - black

Three satin ribbon ties run down the front opening, each one fastened into a bow - the top sits open between them, making the fastening part of the look rather than just a closure. All-over sequins sit on a velvet base, giving the surface a dense, textured catch of light that moves differently to flat sequin fabric - richer up close, with a slight softness underfoot. Long sleeves with a fitted cuff keep the coverage generous while the open front adds contrast, balancing out the drama without losing it. Rounded crew neckline frames the collarbone cleanly, letting the ribbon detail draw the eye downward rather than upward. Cut for the plus range with a relaxed through the body, sitting away from the torso rather than clinging - the sequin velvet holds its shape and drapes with a little weight to it. The ribbon ties are doing the real work here. Three bows running down the front turn what could have been a standard sequin top into something that reads more considered - a detail borrowed from eveningwear but worn with a night-out attitude. The velvet-backed sequins catch the light in bars and low-lit venues in a way that flat fabric simply doesn't, shifting between a soft shimmer and a full sparkle depending on the angle. Style it as the model does, with wide-leg satin trousers in a deep tone - the rich fabric of the trousers echoes the velvet base of the top without competing. For a different take, tuck it into a high-waisted midi skirt and let one or two of the bows sit untied for a more undone finish. Gold stud earrings keep the accessories understated and let the top lead. This is built for a proper night out - drinks, dancing, or anywhere the occasion calls for a little more.