Sure, you could purchase a sparkly new dress for New Year's Eve. But after the midnight countdown (and plenty of cute Instagram photos), it's pretty likely the festive frock will be relegated to the back of your closet. Forever. Sound familiar? In order to avoid that unfortunate situation, this year we're challenging you to work with the pieces you already own to create a budget-friendly party-ready look. The perfect NYE look could be as straightforward as leather leggings and ankle boots (a fail-safe winter pairing), or it could be the unexpectedly cool combo of throwing on your most festive party dress over a T-shirt and jeans à la Veronika Heilbrunner. Don't think it's possible to create easy New Year's Eve outfits? Keep reading to get inspired by these 12 standout ideas.
Statement Jacket + Black Jeans + Ankle Boots
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Diane von Furstenberg
Fluffy Faux-Fur Coat
Whimsical Party Dress + Knee-High Boots + Structured Handbag
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Stuart Weitzman
Lowland Over-the-Knee Boots
Satin Blouse + Vinyl Miniskirt + Drawstring Pouch
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L'Agence
Claudia Skirt
Sequined Top + Bright Trousers + Leather Belt
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Monse
Sequin Top
Mohair Sweater + Plaid Pants + Metallic Boots
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Sea
Sea Bacall Plaid Cuff Trousers Grey 6
Wrap Coat + Leather Leggings + Ankle Boots
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Ashley Graham x Marina Rinaldi
Richi Faux-Leather Pants
Satin Bomber + Printed Dress + Straight-Leg Jeans
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Fleur du Mal
Satin-Velvet Bomber Jacket
Festive Dress + Graphic Tee + Jeans + Sneakers
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Self-Portrait
Asymmetric Satin Midi Dress
Fuzzy Coat + Leather Beret + Printed Minidress
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Stand
Fausta Fur Coat
Metallic Pants + White Button-Down Shirt + Clean Sneakers
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