The runways were awash in metallics for Fall 2012: Peter Som showed a show-stopping metallic jumpsuit; Tibi’s reflective green metallic skirt offered a colorful, jewel-tone option; and Marchesa’s head-turning gold evening gown has already been spotted on the red carpet next to Clooney. But the trend isn’t just for uber-glam, just-off-the-runway items. It’s also being worked into day-to-day basics, [...]