Love it or hate it, New Year's Eve is arguably the biggest party of the year. While some choose to celebrate it quietly at home with a takeaway and a glass of fizz, others may be looking to don their finery to that long-awaited party.
Such events call for unapologetic glamour - naturally. Whether swathes of sequins are your bag, or perhaps a lick of midnight black velvet, there’s not excuse not to go all out come December 31.
Make no mistake, shopping for New Year’s can be daunting. Invites and Whatsapp groups are saturated with dress codes such as ‘cocktail attire’ or ‘sparkles,’ meaning there’s little room to toy with your after-hours wardrobe - or so you’d think.
Thankfully, brands from the high street to the fashion world are brimming with covetable party season pieces to snap up before the end of the month. Fringing, embroidery, brocade, metallic knits and taffeta delights are set to capture attention wherever you walk.
However you choose to wave goodbye to 2025 and ring in 2026, we've found the best party outfits to suit all occasions and styles.
Best Outfits for NYE 2025:
Stella Star Dress
Nadine Merabi
Sparkle and shimmer in Nadine Merabi's dazzling Stella Star Dress - a piece reserved for those who want to make maximum sartorial impact as the clock strikes midnight.
Yoshe Dress
Reformation
Reformation's Yoshe Dress is a masterclass in styling sequins. Featuring a longline silhouette with a square neck and fine spaghetti straps, this elegant yet playful design teams effortlessly with kitten heels and a XL fur coat.
Satin Dress with Sequin Neckline
Mango
Bring the party with you wearing Mango's heavyweight crinkle satin mini. The romantic number features a feminine mini silhouette, a sleek V-neckline and dainty dottings of rose gold sequins.
Sofia Strapless Bow-Detailed Taffeta Mini Dress
Staud
One of our favourite picks on the list, Staud's Sofia Dress is an ode to girlish glamour. Made from pale pink taffeta with a strapless design and bow detailing, this sweet yet unexpected number is set to whip up a fashion frenzy.
Breeze Knit Midi Dress
Aje.
Opting for a lick of metallic knit is a surefire way to stay snug and enviably stylish this season. This textured knit midi by Aje. fuses fringed flapper girl style and Eighties shoulder pads to make for an unmissable NYE look.
Nemy Mini Dress
Rebecca Vallance
Tailored from bonded crepe, Rebecca Vallance's Nemy Mini Dress is the powerful pop of pink we all need for party season. Ideal for those wanting to steer away from the classic festive hues (think white, red and green), this jewel-encrusted statement is set to spark conversation at any after-hours shindig.
Elara Fringe Halter
Leny
Realistically, we only need one 10/10 party top for any after-dark bash - and our choice would be Leny's Elara Fringe Halter. Complete with a handy built-in bralette, this flair-filled piece pairs effortlessly with your favourite black midi skirt or trousers.
Silver Gradient Sequin Midi Dress
Self-Portrait
While sparkles for New Year's might not be 'new' - Self-Portrait's Silver Gradient Sequin Midi Dress is everything we go to bed dreaming about. A raised neckline, short sleeves and all-over silver sequin detailing culminate in a true show-stopper of a look - and one to cherish forever.
The Tish Dress
Debute
Whimsical edge meets high-glam in Debute's beautiful designs. The brand's Tish Dress is firmly topping our winter wish list - its slinky silhouette, gentle puff sleeves and lace panelling making for the most romantic (not to mention enticing) festive frock.
Sirocco Top
De La Vali
Swish in silk with De La Vali's eye-catching Sirocco Top. Boasting a stunning pale pistachio hue with a V-neckline and fringed detailing, this investment piece is set to turn heads.
Sequin Jersey Polo Mini Dress
Conner Ives
If anyone knows how to throw a party - it's Conner Ives. The designer's collection is saturated with dazzling pieces to kickstart a soirée - this Sequin Jersey Polo Mini Dress very much included.
Kelly Bow-Appliquéd Velvet Midi Dress
Sister Jane
If you like to go all out on New Year's, whether at a swanky cocktail club or a refined house party, look to Sister Jane. The brand's Kelly Bow-Appliquéd Velvet Midi Dress is uber-refined - topped off with a velvet construction, bow detailing and crystal-studded straps.
Sandra Gold Lurex Knit Dress
Kitri
Another knitted option to add to your online shopping cart, Kitri's gold lurex midi leans into the romp of 1920s style with a contemporary, body-sculpting fit. Add a pair of gold heels and a gold evening bag for a truly unmissable aesthetic.
Juliette Blazer
Outcast
Versatile, sensual and timeless, a pristinely tailored blazer never goes amiss when the invites come flooding in. Outcast's belted option offers a cinched effect, a sleek lapel and a midnight black hue - for the women wanting to create an air of allure at the party.
Black Velvet Long Sleeve Cut Out Top
River Island
It looks as if shorts and playsuits are back in business, and what better way to emphasise your endless legs than with this long-sleeve gem from River Island? Affordable and full of sparkle, this cut-out slip-on is a versatile party layer for any event.
Celestius Dress
Annie's Ibiza
Annie's Ibiza's Celestius Dress is couture reimagined: hand-crafted metallic lace and crystal glass rhinestones sculpt a mini silhouette that channels Renaissance geometry. With structured cap-sleeves, a high neck and a waist-defining cut, this investment piece is destined to dominate every festive night out.
How we chose:
- Style: We've carefully selected pieces that embody the glitz and glamour of NYE - whether you're staying home for a elegant drinks party of heading out on the town.
- Price: From high street to high fashion labels, we've included a range of prices to suit all.
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