What to wear New Year’s Eve whatever your plans

LOOKING for a last minute outfit for New Year's Eve? Don't worry we're here to help.
Whether you're planning on staying in, or hoping to see some friends here's what to wear.
New Year's Eve is first and foremost a celebration, both of the year that's been and of the year ahead and so whether you're staying at home or out partying, this is the perfect time to add some glitz and glam to your wardrobe.
So if you're looking for something to buy for New Year's that'll look cute whatever your plans, you can't go wrong with these.
We've found everything from sequins, to velvet trousers and fancy pyjamas, so whatever you're planning this year, you're sure to do it in style.
Warehouse Sequin Funnel Neck Fluid Maxi Dress
This dress screams we're going out out.
Covered in sequins from head to toe, it has a high neck and long sleeves to elongate and comes nearly down to the ankle. Despite being long, it's still sexy, fun and exactly the right tone for New Year's Eve.
- Sequin Funnel Neck Fluid Maxi Dress, £89 (was £149), Warehouse -
ASOS DESIGN Mesh Crop Fitted Shirt
There's something so fun about a see through mesh top because it's cheeky while still being classy.
Wear over a cami if you'd prefer to be more covered up or go all out with just a black bra underneath to channel your inner Bella Hadid.
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- ASOS DESIGN Mesh Crop Fitted Shirt, £20, ASOS -
River Island Purple Sequin Feather Mini Dress
This mini dress has a bit of everything - big circular sequins, flapper style feathers around the hemline and a flattering A-line shape.
Perfect for hitting the clubs on New Year's Eve, this dress will certainly turn heads for all the right reasons.
- River Island Purple Sequin Feather Mini Dress, £55 (was £110), River Island -
M&S Rosie Satin & Lace Revere Pyjama Set
Sometimes the best way to spend New Year's Eve is curled up on the sofa watching Jules Holland as midnight rolls in.
And to accompany this idyllic tableau, is a chic but comfortable pair of pjs like these ones from M&S. Only £28, they have lace cut outs on the shoulders and a smart collar.
- Rosie Satin & Lace Revere Pyjama Set, £28 (was £35), M&S -
Forever Unique Limited Edition Black Sequin Flared Trouser
Bring glitz and glam to the party with these sequin flared trousers from Forever Unique.
Pair with the matching blazer or style it down by opting for a laid back white collared shirt.
- Forever Unique Limited Edition Black Sequin Flared Trouser, £65 (was £129.99), Forever Unique -
Warehouse Sparkle High Neck Puff Sleeve Top
More subtle than full on sequins, this glittery, floaty shirt is perfect tucked into a pair of black trousers with boots or heels for your New Year's Eve party.
- Sparkle High Neck Puff Sleeve Top, £47.20 (was £59), Warehouse -
Mango Textured jacquard skirt
Tapping firmly into the 90s trend, this maxi slip skirt is super flattering, comfortable and easy to style.
It can be dressed down with a roll neck jumper or t-shirt, or wear a bold top and heels to create a louder party outfit.
- Textured jacquard skirt, £69.99, Mango -
ASOS LUXE Keyhole Fitted Mini Dress with Exaggerated Organza Sleeves
If you want to go all out then you can't go wrong with this party dress.
Although it's not covered in sequins, feathers or any other textured material, the bell sleeves give this little black dress the oomph that you need on New Year's Eve, turning it from a classic basic to a standout party piece.
- ASOS LUXE Keyhole Fitted Mini Dress with Exaggerated Organza Sleeves, £75, ASOS -
Nasty Gal Floral Devore Tie Waist Blazer
This super cute blazer from Nasty Gal is the perfect statement piece for a New Year's Eve party if you don't feel like donning a sparkly dress.
Style with wide leg trousers or, complete the co-ord with the matching pair.
- Nasty Gal Floral Devore Tie Waist Blazer, £74.25 (was £99), Nasty Gal -
& Other Stories Sequin Halterneck Jumpsuit
If there's one night of the year where you can go all out with the sparkles it's New Year's Eve.
This sequin jumpsuit is dazzling from head to toe and is a standout outfit without any fuss. Just wear with a simple pair of earrings and you're good to go.
- Sequin Halterneck Jumpsuit, £175, & Other Stories -
Topshop Co-ord Sequin Maxi Skirt
Style this sparkling maxi skirt with the matching loose fitting cami, or, to up your fit game, we think this would look great with an off the shoulder crop top.
Worried it might be a bit chilly? Try with a white polo neck.
- Topshop Co-ord Sequin Maxi Skirt, £45, ASOS -
Cos Straight Leg Velvet Trousers
If you're heading out or hosting and you want to dress up without too much fuss then these relaxed velvet trousers need to be placed in your basket pronto.
These can be dressed up with a cami and heels or dressed down with an oversized jumper and chunky chelsea boots. However you choose to style them, they're an elevated classic and can be worn again and again.
- Cos Straight Leg Velvet Trousers, £89, Cos -
New Look Blue Vanilla Dark Green Sequin High Neck Mini Bodycon Dress
Shine as brightly as the New Year's Eve fireworks with this mini dress from New Look.
Available in a classic black or a beautiful emerald green, it needs little styling for standout status.
- New Look Blue Vanilla Dark Green Sequin High Neck Mini Bodycon Dress, £40, New Look -
Lost Ink Crushed Velvet Wrap Front Wide Leg Pyjama Set
If your plans are to stay at home this New Year, curled up on the sofa with a fire roaring and champagne in hand then why not have some comfy pjs to match?
These ones from ASOS are beautiful jewel toned green and has both a wrap front and tie waist which makes both parts super easy to adjust.
- Lost Ink Crushed Velvet Wrap Front Wide Leg Pyjama Set , £49, ASOS -
Mint Velvet Red Sequin Wide Leg Jumpsuit
Rounding off this edit is a sparkly, glittering jumpsuit that deserves its place in any wardrobe.
With an asymmetric one shoulder design and a ruby red, it screams celebration and that's exactly what New Year's Eve is all about.
- Red Sequin Wide Leg Jumpsuit, £229, Mint Velvet -
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