25 New Years Eve Outfits Worth Staying Up Til Midnight
From sequins to sleepwear, here’s how to get dressed for the occasion on New Year’s Eve.
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The start of a new year is one of the greatest times of the year. It’s a time for celebration and one where we all collectively come together, toast to life, and even commit to positive resolutions. (Whether we actually fulfill those resolutions is a different story for another day.) But NYE is no time to worry about the year ahead. We can save that for later.
What To Wear For New Year’s Eve?
New Year’s Eve is a night for celebrating the end of the year—making it through the end of the year, to be more specific. So, of course, we have to honor this date by looking as good as we possibly can! Just as there seems to be thousands of holiday parties, there are literally thousands of looks to choose from and celebrate the night in! You can go with something sparkly and glamorous, like sequins, or opt for something more laid back in nature, such as loungewear—it really depends on your personality, the vibe you’re going for, and who you’re hoping to impress on this special evening (especially if you’re just wanting to impress yourself)!
If You Want To Sparkle - Sequins & Glitter
Each holiday has its own associations. For Christmas, we think of trees, light shows, and gifts. For Halloween, we think of candy and costumes. But for New Year’s Eve, nothing is more on brand than sequins, sparkle, and fireworks. It’s almost illegal not to have at least a little shine in your New Year’s Eve outfit!
Shine bright like a diamond with a sequin number for your New Year’s Eve dress. If it’s black, that’s even better. Dramatic dangle or fringe earrings are the statement pieces that make or break any true NYE look. They bring the glamour! And, why not take the sparkle a little further and add in a bejeweled bag while you’re at it? A quintessential new year’s outfit like this one can be worn at any event!
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Perla Sequin Cocktail Dress
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If You’re Ready To Party - Satin, Leather & Velvet
Found somewhere between going all out and staying in, if you’re feeling ready to party—but your style isn’t to sparkle—might we suggest some luxurious fabrics to start the new year off right? Rich materials, such as satin, leather, or velvet, can instantly upgrade even the chicest of party outfits. You can keep these New Year’s Eve outfit ideas as understated or as festive as you want, but many of these looks can be worn again to another party in your future.
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Burnout Velvet Button-Up Shirt
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If You’re celebrating With Friends - Casual Favorites
Your New Year’s Eve outfit doesn’t have to be terribly different from your everyday style. After all, you want to start out the New Year true to yourself. If you have a cool, laid-back vibe, make that your casual NYE look.
This is our favorite part: grab your favorite staples from your closet. If you’re like us, that means soft tees, jeans that are broken in just right, and a cozy cardigan that’s perfectly warm. Jackets, blazers, sweats—choose whatever makes you feel like you. A casual look can be worn all day long from the grocery store to the NYE bash!
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SL 72 Sneaker
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If You Are Celebrating At Home - Loungewear & PJs
Sometimes for December 31st, all we want is to be at home and away from the hustle and bustle of the holidays—no crowds, no loud music, and certainly no one to accidentally spill champagne on us. If you're feeling restless from busy holiday gatherings, you’re likely in the mood to be on the couch, watching the famous Times Square countdown from your TV with your own bottle of bubbles. Wherever you're at, this might be the best way to enter the new year; however, that doesn’t mean that you can’t celebrate in style! Sounds kinda perfect, right?
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Marshmallow Johnny Collar Lounge Set
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There’s really no right or wrong New Year’s Eve outfit to wear as you're confident and happy in your look! Get done up or get undone, choose what fits you best. Either way, you’re ready to fashionably bring in the New Year as it was meant to be celebrated!
