# Metallic Minis Attention-Grabbing Shiny Leggy Looks for the Summer By Christina Butty | Published 2009-06-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-mini-dresses References: [style](http://www.style.com/stylefile/2009/06/tracking-the-kate-moss-effect-at-the-resort-collections/) For Summer 2009, many fashion lovelies are stepping out in [metallic mini dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-moto-2k). Fashion muse Kate Moss is credited for starting this trend at the Met Gala when she arrived wearing a [silver number](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silver-belle) with the draping sleeve and open back. Usually metallics appear in stores during Christmas, but it is refreshing to see them at this time of year. **Implications** - Metallics offer an inherent feeling of luxury. For the fashionista, it means instant glamour; for others, it alludes to opulence and wealth. In an era of conspicuous consumption, offering [metallic goods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veneda-carter-4) may mean the difference between capturing your customer's attention and having it stray to shinier alternatives. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Summer Metallics:** Offering metallic clothing during the summer may attract customers seeking luxury and opulence. - **Year-round Metallics:** Expanding the availability of metallic clothing beyond the Christmas season could provide a unique selling point and increase demand. - **Shiny Alternatives:** Developing shiny, attention-grabbing items across multiple industries may attract customers seeking a sense of luxury and wealth. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion retailers may see increased demand for metallic clothing in the summer season. - **Jewelry:** Developing metallic jewelry pieces may cater to customers seeking opulent, attention-grabbing accessories. - **Home Decor:** Creating metallic home decor items could appeal to customers looking to add a touch of luxury and wealth to their living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Leopard Mini Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leopard-mini-dresses.md) - [Frilly Feminine Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hunza-g.md) - [LED-Infused Festival Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinsel-arcade.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [Stylish Holiday-Ready Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bain-de-minuit.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Vibrant Mid-Century Modern Miniatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrant-midcentury-modern.md) - [Timeless Influencer-Backed Womenswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mint-velvet.md)