New Year’s Eve is the perfect excuse for a sartorial showcase, whether it’s a pair of designer pyjamas, your dream two-piece or a statement dress.
The end of the year is approaching, and after the events of 2021, we all deserve to treat ourselves. Whether you’ve opted to stay in or are still intending to go to a party, or have no clue how you’re going to celebrate, New Year’s Eve is the perfect excuse for a sartorial showcase, whether it’s a pair of designer pyjamas, your dream two-piece or a statement dress.
Looking for inspiration beyond the Little Black Dress? Our advice is to avoid trend-driven clothes and instead invest in party apparel that makes you want to get up and dance. However, if you see something you want but know you’ll only wear it once, consider a rental site this year. This way, you can tap into that feeling of newness without being wasteful.
We’ve rounded up some of our favourite looks to inspire your outfit this New Year’s Eve, no matter what your plans are.
Going out?
The Suit
We couldn’t decide between velvet or shimmer so here’s both.
Gucci
Velvet single-breasted blazer, £2,000 ($2,696.20), available at Farfetch.com; matching straight-leg trousers, £810 ($1,091.96), available at Farfetch.com.
Paco Rabanne
Single-breasted metallic blazer, £1,330 ($1,752.59); matching trousers, £2,013 ($2,713.82)
The Dress
This year, go for a statement dress to make a pop at your party.
16Arlington
Himawari strapless feather-trimmed knotted satin midi dress, £905 ($1,305).
The Trouser
You can’t go wrong with a class trouser top combo.
Hosbjerg
Hosbjerg Fie Unique Pants, £108 ($155)
The Jumpsuit
Emanate both class and comfort this New Year’s Eve.
Eva Franco
Eva Franco Velvet Halter Jumpsuit, £88.94 ($119.95)
The Ball Gown
If you’re ringing in 2022 at a more formal party, look no further than the elegant ball gown.
Marchesa Notte
One-shoulder glittered flocked tulle gown, £354 ($358)
The Skirt
The skirt’s silhouette allows for easy styling: dress it down with a graphic tee or dress it up with a black bodysuit and shoes for a more formal look.
Altuzarra
Pandia pleated lamé midi skirt, £1,105 ($1,495)
Staying in?
If you don’t feel like going out this year, cosy up in style in some pyjamas and enjoy a night in. Just please make sure they’re silk.
This set is our favourite…
La Perla
Pink silk pajama set with frastaglio, £1,260 ($1,525)
Not sure whether to go out or stay in?
We have the solution. If you decide to go out this New Year’s Eve, maybe you could pair this set or something similar with some sparkly heels and a cute bag. If not, curl up on the sofa in this grgeous Sleeper set with a glass of champagne and celebrate the beginning of 2022 that way.
Sleeper
Feather-trimmed crepe de chine pajama set, £258.05 ($320)
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