The one night sparkle is never too much
New Year’s Eve Outfits
New Year’s Eve is the one night of the year you can be the most dressed-up person in the room and nobody will mind. It’s also a long night: dinner, the countdown, a party, the cold on the way out and, sometimes, a ride that never shows up. Your outfit has to survive all of it.
These real looks are a starting point for the three classic plans: dinner at home, dinner out and a party until late. The formula: one piece with shine or texture — sequins, satin, velvet, leather — or a very polished all-black look, shoes you can dance in and a coat that lives up to it.
If you’re staying in, dial it down a notch: comfortable satin trousers, a sparkly knit or a knit dress with big jewelry. If you’re going to a party, this is the night: a full sparkle look works, as long as the rest (shoes, bag, coat) stays calm.
How to get it right
Smart sparkle
Sequins, satin or lamé on ONE part of the body: a sequin skirt with a fine knit, a shiny top with black trousers, or a full dress with everything else plain. Black with a single flash never fails.
The coat is in the photos too
The night ends in the early hours, outside: a long wool coat, a leather jacket or a nice puffer rather than your everyday one. It should add to the look, not hide it.
Shoes to dance in
Block-heel boots, loafers, flats or clean sneakers if the party is casual. The brand-new stilettos can wait in your bag for the photos.
Frequently asked questions
What should a woman wear on New Year’s Eve?
For dinner and a party: a sequin or satin dress, or a sparkly skirt with a fine knit, with block-heel boots and a long coat. For a night in: satin trousers with a knit and big jewelry. For a casual party: dark jeans with a shiny top and a blazer.
And a man?
A dark suit with a fine turtleneck or an open-collar shirt, or a velvet jacket with black trousers. If the party is casual, black trousers, a textured shirt and an overshirt or leather jacket. Leather shoes or immaculate sneakers.
How do I stay warm on New Year’s Eve without ruining the look?
Thick or thermal tights under a dress, a thin base layer and a good long coat. One beautiful coat beats three layers over your outfit. And closed shoes: the night is long and cold.
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