New Year's

New Year's Looks

This outfit features a killer Retrofete dress (I’ve had the wrap version on my wishlist for quite some time), a Balmain bag, and a Gucci barrette, that’s worthy of the ball drop on Times Square.

This outfit features a killer Retrofete dress (I’ve had the wrap version on my wishlist for quite some time), a Balmain bag, and a Gucci barrette, that’s worthy of the ball drop on Times Square.

We all want to look dazzling when we ring into the New Year, but whether we wear a sequin gown that rivals a disco ball, or go for a low-key ensemble with subtle sparkle, we should search for an outfit that fits in with our signature style…and our New Years festivities.

Iridescent Retrofete Dress
Iridescent Balmain Bag
Silver Clear Rhinestone Heels
Gucci Barrette

And now for more “subtle” New Year’s ensembles…

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Black Lace Camisole
Elizabeth Cole Platinum Faux pearl earring
Iro Leather Biker Jacket in Platinum
Romantic faux pearl hoop
Rebecca Minkoff Small Love Crossbody
Chanel crystal CC brooch
Victoria Beckham Glitter Pumps
Michelle Mason wrap skirt in Platinum

The advantage to a day-to-night outfit and something more subtle, is that it’s more versatile. The cost per wear for any sequin piece is going to be extremely high. There are only so many occasion where “shining like a diamond” is appropriate.

And on that note, the more formal the item, the less you will be able to wear it, unless you frequent red carpet events. When pieces are only nighttime appropriate or considered “evening-wear”, we are likely to only wear them a few times a year, if that.

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Iro sequin blazer
Rebecca Minkoff love crossbody bag
White Draped Camisole
White Paige Jeans
Alice & Olivia Sequin booties

One way around this is to make your outfit New Years-ready with a statement and embellished jacket. A sequin jacket will get much more mileage than a sequin dress…consider this…you can wear a statement jacket atop leather dress for a night out, but also with jeans to dinner. I’ve included a few of my favorite statement jackets that would be the feature for a low-key New Years look.

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Iro Eyelet Leather Biker Jacket
Iro sequin camisole
Iro sequin mini skirt
Malone Souliers two-tone leather boots

Another shopping suggestion would be to pick separates over a dress. By selecting a skirt over a dress, you can mix and match it with more casual tops and blouses and make it work for more occasions.

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Rebecca Taylor metallic camisole
Iro metallic cracked leather biker jacket in red
Current Elliot distressed white jeans
Chloe quilted mini Drew in airy grey
Louis Vuitton scarf
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Self portrait tuxedo playsuit
Isabel Marant Flash Crystal Earrings
Gucci Crystal Barrette
Jessica Simpson Mermaid Iridescent Pumps
Rebecca Minkoff Iridescent Love Crossbody

A blazer jumpsuit or blazer dress is a great option to still look put together and wear something tailored, but you can make it more fun and festive with playful accessories, like lighting bolt earrings and an iridescent handbag.

Have a Happy New Year as you dress to impress and pop the champagne.

Holiday Shoe Edit

From Christmas parties to the countdown to New Years, steal the show with statement shoes covered in sequins, rhinestones, and edgy elegance. I have created an entire page of footwear options to cover all your festive occasions. Some are more subtle and transition seamlessly into the coming seasons, while others demand to be paired with a fabulous cocktail dress and a bottle of bubbly.

Check out my Holiday Shoe Edit page for the full visuals and details.