10 New Year’s Eve Looks That Are NOT A Basic Little Black Dress
Updated: Nov. 07, 2017
Everyone will be wearing an LBD on NYE. We rounded up the most stylish and most colourful New Year’s Eve looks that will make you and 2017 a stand-out.
Sweet Dreams
Newsflash: your new fave night out outfit can be found in the sleepwear section.
A vibrant print and silky fabric make it easy to cozy up to the pajama trend. You’re gonna want the equally cost-efficient matching pants – trust.
Joe Fresh pajama top, $24 at Joe Fresh stores.
The Night Shift
When you call on creative styling it’s easy to wear one dress three different ways:
- Wear it over black cropped trousers for an office party.
- Top with a moto jacket and flat boots for a rock chic vibe.
- Use a belt to change the shape, and pair it with strappy heels.
H&M dress, $40 at H&M stores.
Starry Night
Currently, there’s no shortage of pretty ways to take a stand against high heels. But these velvet slip-on loafers, adorned with celestial motifs, get the job done with an extra dash of magic.
Ann Taylor loafers, $148 at Ann Taylor stores.
Jump for Joy
When the carefree ease of a dress meets the eternally cool aesthetic of wide leg pants you get one amazing jumpsuit. Too many accessories would be overkill, but a swipe of red lipstick would still let the bold print do the talking.
Club Monaco Agnah jumpsuit, $349 at clubmonaco.ca.
A Fine Romance
A holiday house party invite calls for dressed up denim. Grab your favourite distressed jeans and add a top that’s designed to look extra-special, like this layered style with lacy details.
RW&Co. top, $80 at RW & Co stores.
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Wrap Star
Get to know the power of a kimono. They’re proof that one solitary garment can be hella extra and 100 per cent comfy all at once. More than fine with jeans and a basic tee, or throw one on over a stretch dress when you need a drama boost.
Wilfred Pilier Jacket, $258 at aritzia.com.
Head Games
Do your holiday style a favour and invest in a pair of statement earrings, aka the shortcut to ‘yas kween’ compliments. Whether you’re partial to clean lines, glitzy beadwork or eye-catching textures (like fuzzy poms), just be sure to go big.
Winner Chainlink Earrings, $15 at Winners locations.
Green Room
A fresh shade of green succeeds in punching up lace wide leg trousers, making them ready to work a 24/7 holiday shift. By day, pair them with a grey chunky knit. At night, let them loose alongside a strappy bodysuit.
H&M pants, $70 at H&M stores.
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Spin Master
With a lush crushed velvet texture, plenty o’ pleats and a fluttery handkerchief hem, here’s hoping your phone is fully charged because this skirt is built for Boomerang-ing. Maximize proportions and balance the voluminous silhouette with a fitted top.
Le Fou Wilfred Santel skirt, $165 at aritzia.com.
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The Long Game
A floor-sweeping dress can feel very treat yo’self, and that’s a good thing. Find one that takes your breath away at first sight, and it’ll act like a sartorial mood-enhancer all season long. With an uplifting palette and mesmerizing print, this stunning maxi dress will steady any weary soul during holiday madness.
Loft Woodland Maxi Dress, $159.25 at loft.com.
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