Wallet-Friendly New Year’s Eve Outfits for Every Kind of Party

Whether you’re hitting up an over-the-top shindig that would make Truman Capote proud or ringing in 2018 at home with dear friends (Seamless and Netflix among them), New Year’s Eve merits an extra special outfit. That means no last-minute decisions — and absolutely no lazing around in your PJs.

The very best New Year’s Eve dresses and outfits are accessorized to a T (we’re currently in love with the single dangly earring look), incorporate at least a hint of holiday sparkle (via sequins, jewelry or even a metallic bootie) and don’t cost an arm and a leg. (Save your money for champagne, movie rentals, party tickets.)

Here you'll find such perfectly accessorized New Year’s Eve outfits, all exciting and impeccably coordinated. Go forth and buy ‘em right off the rack or mimic their styling using clothes you already own. Happy outfit planning, and may 2019 be your most stylish year yet.

Don't overcomplicate your New Year’s Eve outfit. Stick with a formula: cool (preferably patterned) velvet dress, faux red fur, a little bling (embellished scrunchie, anyone?) and some messed-up fashion sneakers.

An Easy-Breezy Midi

Pro tip: Any floaty floral wrap dress can be made New Year's Eve-ready with the addition of a slinky metallic scarf and clashing, high-octane eyeshadow.

An Après-2018 Moment

Spending December 31 on a hillside in Aspen? Or just appreciate an après-ski moment? Make your party look a glittery midi skirt worn under an outsize, bubble-sleeved jacquard sweater. Cap things off with a single statement earring and Marc Jacobs-esque turban (or, if you're feeling particularly cheeky, a chic pom-pom hat).

A Crossover for the Crossover

In 2019, we'll continue to take our styling cues from the 90s, layering strappy (sequined) crossover dresses such as this one over navy blue or black turtlenecks. (Though we'd swap those black sandals for metallic ones, which we'd fasten over black pulled-high socks.)

A Leggings Look

In 2019, we're going to make leggings as party attire happen (by hiding them under kimonos).

Haute PJs

For those ringing in 2019 on the couch with good friends, something cozy, stretchy and just a little bit sexy is in order. Behold, the ultimate elevated pajama set. Style it with your highest metallic heels, seeing as you won't be doing much walking.

December 4, 2018