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The end of the year has a way of sneaking up on you—and that usually means scrambling for New Year’s Eve outfits.
One day it’s Christmas Eve, and then the next it seems like it’s already NYE. How does that happen?
Some of us might be cozied up at home watching the ball drop at Times Square, while others might be partying with a glass of Champagne in hand. Whatever your plans, a festive outfit should be part of those plans.
New Years Outfit Ideas
The ideal way to approach the New Year’s Eve night is by considering the locale and dress code.
Hitting a fancy gathering?
Opt for a sequin number or a little black dress. Finish off with high heels and lots of fun accessories. Going to a soiree at your friend’s house? Try a sequin skirt with a cozy sweater for high-low styling.
Scroll below for easy to copy festive looks to ring in the holiday season and the New Year.
Fringe
Hitting up the dance floor this New Year’s Eve? Incorporate something with movement . A fringe number and matching heels (black-tie messy bun optional) make a festive pair.
On holidays like this when everyone tends to follow the same style formula, it’s important to try to be unique. Be the life of the party with this combination.
Sequin Pants
For some of us, a dress is simply too feminine. We find ourselves uncomfortable, pulling on hemlines all night long.
This is where trousers serves itself up on a silver platter as the perfect alternative. Not only are sequin trousers are a good option, it will surely make a sartorial statement fitting for this time of year.
There is no need to go overboard with accessories – stick to simple studs or simple makeup – to not feel overdone.
Sequin Skirt
There are certain staples that make an appearance every year. An inevitably cool way to style the sequin skirt is to follow a laid-back approach.
An oversized sweater or button-down still captures the holiday spirit of the skirt, but maintains a laid-back vibe.
Perfect for a small gathering of friends to ring in the New Year. No matter where you end up, you’ll be dressed for the occasion.
Sequin Dress
Sequins were practically invented for New Year’s Eve outfits.
Even if you never wear them otherwise, it’s the one night a year when you’re almost expected to sparkle. In the spirit of “more is more,” throw on a dress covered in paillettes.
It is, after all, the most festive night of the year.
This is not the time of the season to be demure.
Accessories should also get an overhaul and have a festive look.
Whether it be a glittery clutch or feather footwear, these accessories make the case to incorporate something playful and fun into NYE outfits.
Head-to-toe shimmer immediately comes to mind for New Year’s Eve. A sequin maxi dress is the maximalist approach to New Years Eve.
There is no time like the present to lean into the bedazzled and embellished and discover the lasting power of shine.
Sequin Top
Headed to your favorite restaurant as part of your New Year’s Eve plans? A sequin top can easily steal the show.
Styling-wise, pair it with leather pants and a pair of pointed-toe heels takes this look to new heights.
The result? A look that is the perfect balance between ease and elegance.
Feather Top
Want to make your NYE outfit just that extra bit more fabulous? Feathers are the perfect way to add drama.
Opt for the dramatic allure of plumes to bring an extra touch of glamour and enchantment to a party look.
There is something entirely captivating and mood-boosting about feathers.
Opulent plummage always delivers on extravagance – but adding a metallic component to the mix commands attention.
Shiny wardrobe pieces make a statement.
For go-big-or-go-home occasions, there’s nothing like a metallic-on-feather ensemble.
Blazers
The oversized blazer is a staple for it-girls and is guaranteed to elevate any outfit with effortless cool.
Complement any party-appropriate look with a blazer that could be borrowed from your boyfriend or husband’s wardrobe.
Add fun earrings and statement shoes–perfect for ringing in the New Year.
There are few silhouettes as satisfying as the blazer dress.
The dress leaves us with legs for days, while the all-in-one makes our lives easier when getting dressed narrowing down the choices.
Statement earrings and kitten heel slingbacks finish off this easy, festive look.
