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What To Wear On New Year’s Eve (Even If You’re Staying Home)

December 22, 2020 •

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This year so many of us are staying home and being safe, but that doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate New Year’s Eve and what better way to celebrate than getting dressed up.

Today I’m sharing some fun holiday outfits. Wear them for New Year’s Eve or any day-it always feels good to dress up! It’s also fun to take a dressy outfit and make it daytime wear. I’m all about wear what you want and as long as you wear it with confidence you can wear anything!

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Velvet dress from Zara

I love how this outfit came together and to be honest, at first I wasn’t sure what to wear over this velvet dress. The dress by itself is really pretty and jewelry can dress it up, but I was thinking what if I get cold? So I went to find a pashmina and while looking through my drawers I pulled out this large square scarf. I simply tied the corners together and slipped my arms through to create a duster. This instantly became one of my favorites!

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I’ll also wear this dress with a leather or jean jacket, a cardigan, or a pullover sweater. For footwear, boots, heels, or sneakers will go well with this dress. This scarf will look great as a duster with a pair of jeans.

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Lace halter jumpsuit from Nordstrom

When I first saw this jumpsuit I wasn’t sure if it was for me because it bares a good amount of upper arm and shoulder, but I wanted to go out of my comfort zone and once I put it on I was sold. Actually beyond sold. I fell in love with this jumpsuit. Worn with a sexy heel, a clutch, some layered bracelets and dangly earrings, I am so New Year’s Eve ready.

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For a more casual look I’ll add a leather jacket or a long cardigan. This jumpsuit is one that can, and will, be worn year round.

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Metallic jumpsuit from Nordstrom

This cowl neck metallic jumpsuit is beautiful and comfortable and has pockets! It can be worn either on or off the shoulder. This is one of the dressier outfits I tried and it made me feel party ready!.

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For day wear, I’d remove the belt and add a cardigan or leather jacket. A pullover sweater belted will give this the look of a top with wide leg pants.

Velvet blazer from Zara

There’s nothing like a suit because they’re so easy to wear, but a suit is also really versatile. For New Year’s Eve I’d pair this with a silky tank, stilettos, and a sparkly necklace.

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Velvet pants from Zara

When life returns to life, I’ll wear this suit with a t-shirt or tank top when I meet my friends for lunch. It can also be worn as separates. I’ll wear the blazer with a pair of jeans and the pants with a chunky sweater and booties or sneakers. I’ll get a lot of use out of this suit.

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Flared sequins from Zara

I love sequins for day or night, dressy or casual! These pants are so comfortable and just so good. For New Year’s Eve, I paired them with a cold shoulder top, heels, and a clutch. A silky cami would also look great with these pull on pants.

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A chunky pullover sweater or a cute sweatshirt will transform these pants from night time to day wear. A leather jacket and t-shirt are another option to wear during the day.

While these outfits will be fun to wear at home for New Year’s Eve or for playing dress up while at home, I am really looking forward to wearing them once it’s safe to go out. In the meantime, have fun dressing up at home and Happy New Year! Hoping 2021 brings an entirely different world for us all.

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  1. Jessica A Jannenga says

    December 22, 2020 at 11:35 am

    Do I love all your festive outfits! The jumpsuits look amazing on you, love both, the sparkly one is perfect too for NYE! I am a velvet girl too, so thst suit catches my eye too.
    Have a Merry Christmas and New Year!
    jess xx
    http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

    • michele says

      December 22, 2020 at 6:50 pm

      Hi Jessica, Thank you. That velvety suit is amazing! I have a funny story-years ago I had a velvet outfit-pants and a top in purple. I loved it but my husband was sick of seeing me in it. We lived in an apartment building and one day he took it and threw it down the incinerator!! Oh I was so mad but now it’s a funny story–especially since I found another purple velvet outfit a few years ago!! Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and healthy New Year! xo, Michele

  2. ROBIN LAMONTE says

    December 22, 2020 at 5:03 pm

    Michelle,
    You have a lot of fabulous outfits for NYE!
    The jumpsuits look fabulous on you!
    We’re staying home with our family on NYE but I will still be dressing up! (Not as fancy as your outfits)

    Merry Christmas!
    Robin

    • michele says

      December 22, 2020 at 6:47 pm

      Hi Robin, Thanks you. We’ll be staying home too-my husband and I as the kids all live in different states! It’s fun to get dressed up and makes it seem special. And ya know what-the fact that we’re here and healthy and able to bring in the new year is special! Happy Holidays and cheers to a healthy New Year! xo, Michele

  3. Heike Yates says

    December 22, 2020 at 5:50 pm

    You inspired me to dress up for this New Years’ eve, even if it’s just the honey and me. I haven’t’ worn my cute dresses all year. Thank you.

    • michele says

      December 22, 2020 at 6:45 pm

      Heike, Yay!! Break out those cute dresses and have fun dressing up! I’m not going anywhere either, but it makes me feel good! Happy Holidays! xo, Michele

  4. Barb kupps says

    December 23, 2020 at 11:32 am

    Love all these outfits on you!!!! Thanks for sharing ! Wishing you and Bob and family a happy healthy new year always! Take care ! I look forward to when we be together and catch up!!! ?‍❤️‍?

    • michele says

      December 23, 2020 at 10:06 pm

      Thanks Barb! It’s fun to get dressed up even when we’re staying home! Hope to be able to see you soon! Happy New Year!! xo, Michele

  5. Ashley says

    December 26, 2020 at 3:43 pm

    LOVE these outfits!! I am staying home but will be getting dressed up too now thanks to your ideas!

    • michele says

      December 26, 2020 at 4:01 pm

      Hi Ashley, It’s fun to get dressed up no matter where you’re going! We always say every day is a celebration (why we drink champagne all the time!) so why not dress that way! Can’t wait to see what you wear! Enjoy! xo, Michele

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