With proper styling, "sparkly stuff" to wear this holiday can be fashionably fancy, according to Marie Claire. This season, store shelves are usually dominated with glittery and sparkly pieces, and if you're drawn to the style but hesitate because you aren't sure how to pull it off without looking cheap, here are a few tips to keep in mind:

1) Stick to flowy dresses or skirts, avoid ultra-tight-fitting sequined clothes.

Tight sparkly clothes look "clubby," according to Marie Claire, so choose a piece that's a bit flowy and comes with a longer hemline for a dress or skirt. This way, the clothes can offer more movement. Sparkly items can catch light beautifully. Think of how amazing this effect would be once you walk around wearing it. You can match a flowy sequined piece with a turtleneck for an updated and fresher look.

2) Play with contrast.

Pair a sparkly top with a softer fabric for the bottom, or throw a leather jacket over your sequined wardrobe for an edgy twist. You can also don a glittery jacket over denims and white shirt and pull off a casual but smart style. The key is to balance what you wear, according to College Candy.

3) If you have to pick a piece, go with silver.

Silver is most versatile and neutral, but if you're concerned you might look a lot like a walking tin foil, you can downplay the sparkle by adding a bit of fun colors, according to Glamour. Wear pink shoes or a red belt with your silver dress. Top your silver bottoms with shades of navy or red. Also make sure that the clothes fit well on the shoulders and you're wearing the correct size. Ill-fitting sparkly clothes will definitely make your outfit look tacky.

4) Ditch the stilettos.

It's not a requirement to wear high-heeled shoes when you've got something sparkly on. You can wear ballet flats or your choice of street shoes with your glittery outfit. Shiny clothes aren't just for red carpet events in today's trends, so don't be pressured to wear your stilettos along with it. You can dress down and still "shine."

5) Use sparkles as accessories.

Amp your outfit with metallic shoes or a fancy glittered handbag. Sometimes, you can make the accents the central piece of your wardrobe ensemble. "Sparkle always makes me feel festive, but I like to wear tasteful sparkle at night. For me, it's all about jewelry, but your bags and shoes can be jewelry too!" said Bryn Poulos of Giuseppe Zanotti, via Cosmopolitan.