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Party Perfect: New Year's Eve Dressing 101

The biggest night of the year is just around the corner: New Year’s Eve. Whether you’re spending it with friends or family, at home or at an event, there has never been a better time to dress to impress.

Even so, in between wrapping (and unwrapping) presents, decorating your Christmas tree and catching up on festive films, it can feel like a rush to create a show-stopping New Year’s Eve outfit on a budget.

This is where we come into play. From classic party dresses and accessories to the top colours and partywear pieces for 2019, our New Year’s Eve suggestions will help you celebrate in style, no matter your plans.

What Are The Top Colours For New Year’s Eve?

As the outfit you’ll be wearing to see in 2020, you’re going to want to look and feel fabulous. Since colours are key to influencing your mood, picking the right colour palette shouldn’t be underestimated.

White & Red

If you’re all about making your own luck, why not take inspiration from colours like white and red? While wearing white symbolises new beginnings, peace and prosperity, bold colours like red are traditionally meant to bring success.

To ensure 2020 is the best year yet, try a colour-blocked white combo or update your red Christmas dress with silver earrings. We can feel the good vibes already!

Classic Party Colours

As always, gold, silver and black are perfect for putting you in the party spirit. Whether you mix and match with metallic tones and gold glitter or opt for a striking black outfit, these colours are a guaranteed way to get celebration-ready.

Woman sitting on a white box wearing a red sparkly dress

The Best New Year’s Eve Dresses

When it comes to partywear, a dress is an unbeatable choice. Even so, it can’t just be any old dress; this is New Year’s Eve after all! Check out our favourite options for 2019 below:

Woman wearing a black sequin one shoulder frill dress

Sequins & Sparkles

The party season is all about sequins, sparkles and shine. Since New Year’s Eve is the last and most important party, you’re going to want to finish on a high. The golden rule? The more sparkles, the better!

To get your glow on this New Year’s Eve, indulge your inner disco ball and step out in a sequin dress.

As with any statement piece, it’s crucial to keep your accessories to a minimum. A pair of simple hoop earrings is all you need to shine bright all night long.

The Little Black Dress

Timeless and elegant, you probably already own at least one little black dress in your wardrobe. Thankfully, there’s no need to invest in another. Just refresh your LBD for the New Year with on-trend accessories, like a faux fur bag or diamanté hair slides.

For an extra boost of confidence underneath bodycon black dresses, wear shapewear to flatter your silhouette.

Woman wearing a black shimmering knitted dress

Woman wearing a tan brown animal print jacquard belted dress

Pick A Print

Printed dresses aren’t an obvious choice for New Year’s Eve, but they’re a great option for more relaxed events.

So, if you’re enjoying a low-key evening, show off one of this season’s most popular patterns by wearing a dark floral dress or a jazzy animal print number.

Easily worn with trainers or heels, you can be sure you’ll re-use your printed dress later down the line.

Alternative Party Outfits

If you prefer jumpsuits to dresses and trousers to skirts, the below party outfits are for you:

Trousers & Turtlenecks

Ooze sophistication this New Year’s Eve by pairing wide-legged trousers with a trendy turtleneck top. The trick to this look is choosing a daring trouser design, like gold palazzo pants. Finish off with black heels and you’ll be good to go!

Fuss-Free Jumpsuits

More casual than a dress, but more dressy than jeans, a jumpsuit is the ultimate party pick. To bring some glamour to your outfit, opt for styles in satin or shimmery fabrics and get ready to dance the night away.

Woman wearing a black shimmering plisse jumpsuit

Woman wearing a grey embellished yoke jumper

Cosy Clothing

There’s no avoiding the fact that New Year’s Eve can be cold. If you’re heading out to watch a firework display, you’re going to need more than just the warm feelings of Christmas to stay snug.

With this in mind, jeans and a jumper is a fashionable yet functional choice. But, since this is New Year’s Eve, upgrade your everyday jumper to an embellished or slogan style.

Planning on kick-starting a healthy and happy lifestyle in 2020? Don’t miss our sportswear and joggers and trainers for women, as well as our handy blenders and food processors for fuss-free and nutritious meals.

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