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Look 1: A New Year's Eve dress

When choosing New Year's Eve outfits, begin with where you're going and how formal the occasion will be. A maxi-length dress will feel fabulous at a grand celebration, while a midi dress with sleeves will keep you feeling comfortable and looking stylish if you're hosting at home or attending a gathering with friends.

New Year's Eve is one of those occasions where a striking print really comes into its own, so choose a dress in rich berry tones or dial into vibrant pops of colour that are sure to turn heads. You'll feel effortlessly stylish and completely confident from the moment you step into the room.

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Look 2: A lace top and smart trousers

For an outfit that feels smart without being overly formal, pair an intricate lace top with your most flattering trousers. The perfect piece for dinner at a restaurant or drinks at a friend’s house, a lace top adds texture to your look while making you feel beautifully dressed up.

Keep everything in timeless black for a classic look. Or try a trick designers love – match the colour of your top and trousers for a tonal look that feels quietly sophisticated and completely put together. Finish with silver earrings or a delicate necklace for a touch of sparkle that catches the light beautifully.

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Look 3: A textured skirt and soft knit

For comfort that doesn’t compromise on style, this is your perfect option. Choose a skirt in feminine lace or flowing tulle for a look that feels genuinely special, then pair with your softest knit for warmth and comfort – it’s one of the most elegant combinations you can put together.

A merino or cashmere-enriched knit will feel gentle against your skin and wonderfully indulgent for your special celebrations – and its quality will last long beyond the party. For a modern silhouette, opt for a knit in a boxy, relaxed fit or try tucking the front into the skirt to define your waist – an easy way to give your outfit a more considered feel.

Look 4: A coordinated set

Coordinating separates make New Year’s Eve outfits feel instantly put together. Match your top to your skirt or trousers for the look of a complete outfit that feels instantly dressed-up and sophisticated, without any of the effort.

For the most special evening of the year, choose separates in luxury fabrics like devoré, satin or lace, because it’s the time for indulgence after all. And what’s even better is that each piece works just as beautifully on its own long after the festivities are over, making a coordinated set one of the best wardrobe investments of the year.

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Look 5: A faux fur gilet and suede trousers

For a more relaxed New Year's Eve celebration, there's real magic in layering beautiful seasonal textures together. Style a textured or faux fur gilet over a jumper or roll neck and you’ll stay warm right through until midnight. Suede trousers add warmth too, while making a lovely refresh from jeans or ponte jersey.

For a timeless look, keep the palette calm and neutral so everything works together effortlessly. Then add a long necklace or statement earrings for that final flourish of glamour that feels completely at home on New Year’s Eve.

Look 6: A shimmery luxury jacket

If you’re wondering what to wear to a party, say ‘yes’ to glamour with an eye-catching shimmer jacket woven with metallic thread. A statement piece, it can transform New Year’s Eve outfits in an instant, adding interest, unique luxury and a touch of light-catching shimmer.

The rest of your outfit is best kept simple – a soft knit and plain black trousers are all you need – so your statement jacket can shine. Finish with silver-tone accessories for a final touch of sparkle and head to the party feeling like the most stylish person in the room.

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