5 Outfits to Ring in the New Year in Style
Put away your body-con dresses and sweatpants, because these outfits are ball-drop game changers.
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New Year's Eve dressing can be formulaic, generally boiling down to body-con dresses, faux fur coats, metallic stilettos, and a sparkly clutch. But since 2016 was a doozy, we think you need to go out with a BANG. Switch things up with our outfit recommendations for every type of NYE party, here.
Hanging With the Fam
Just because you're chilling with your family doesn't mean you can't dress up on NYE. Opt for a cozy cashmere sweater, low-key metallic culottes, and bold earrings that are high on glam but low on weight—these beaded gems from Bibi Marini are the epitome of casual luxury.
Theory Classic Cashmere Crewneck, $335; theory.com
Attending a Formal Dinner
We're big supporters of fancy pants on red carpets, so you'd be right in assuming the same applies to formal events. Choose one in an elevated material, like these pair in sparkling lamé, then style it with a frilly bodysuit and shiny accessories.
Daya by Zendaya Lace Bodysuit, $68; dayabyzendaya.com
Oscar de la Renta Silk-Blend Lamé Wide-Leg Pants, $2,290; net-a-porter.com
Anine Bing Lace Bra With Trim, $89; aninebing.com
Anita Ko Medium Diamond Cascade Earrings, $3,675; anitako.com
Kurt Geiger London Bond, $284; kurtgeiger.us
Hitting Local Bars
Slips are the It dresses of the season, so break out your favorite slinky number on NYE. Dance unrestricted in this silken dream, but stay warm while bar hopping by pairing it with a casual cardigan. We're particularly obsessed with knitwear brand I Love Mr. Mittens, an Aussie label whose sweaters are made for hibernation.
I Love Mr. Mittens Slouch Knit Cardigan, $485; modaoperandi.com
Going to a House Party
When your friend is throwing a party, take it as an opportunity to wear your finest threads in a safe environment—a snazzy night in, if you will. Wear your highest heels and sparkly clutch without the fear of ruining your fancy look because of drunk strangers.
Cushnie et Ochs Cropped Ribbed Stretch-Knit Top, $487; net-a-porter.com
Having a Night In
Watch the ball drop from the comfort of your couch without feeling like a slob thanks to a few simple tweaks to your usual loungewear. Exchange sweatpants for a satin PJ jumpsuit, toss out your bunny slippers in favor of on-trend evening mules, and then douse yourself in cocktail jewelry so you feel like a glamorous heiress-turned-recluse.
Fleur du Mal Silk Pajama Jumpsuit, $595; fleurdumal.com
Alberta Ferretti Embroidered Slip-On Mule, $1,090; zappos.com
Olivia Von Halle Eye Mask, £65; oliviavonhalle.com
Gucci Ring With Crystal and Pearls, $875; gucci.com
Forever 21 Etched Faux Gem Ring Set, $7; forever21.com
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