Alternatives To The Party Dress On New Year’s Eve

You’re getting together for an intimate dinner, hitting up a house-party for the countdown or raging at the hottest party spot for New Year’s Eve. You’ve decided you don’t want to wear a dress. Here are some fun alternatives and ways to dress up your look.

1. Statement Necklace

Dress up a casual denim shirt with a showstopper statement necklace.

Opulant Collar Necklace $17.80 CAD, Forever 21

2. Leather Shorts

A New Year’s Eve staple. Sequins. And a party staple, leather shorts.

Faux Leather Shorts $59.90 CAD, Zara. Also try Forever 21, Urban Outfitters and H&M for this look.

3. Red Lips

Go bold with your makeup. This is the evening to break out the red lips!

NARS Semi Matte Lipstick in Heat Wave $30 CAD, Sephora

4. Fitted Blazer/Tuxedo Jacket

A perfect fitting blazer. Pair with leather leggings, shorts & tights or skinny pants for a sophisticated look.

Chevalier Jacket $215 CAD, Aritzia & Winter Romance Tux Jacket $119.99 CAD, French Connection

5. Jumpsuit

The jumpsuit. This is a tricky one, but if there’s going to be one night to wear it, this is the night.

Shauna Mesh Halter Jumpsuit $139.99 CAD Sale, GUESS by Marciano

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