Sequins, velvet, jumpsuits and heels: how to choose the right New Year's Eve dress for dinner, the big party or a night in, from size 34 to XXL.
New Year's Eve dresses should be chosen a month ahead, not on December 30th at six in the evening when your size is gone. October is the right time to look around: the best styles are still in stock and you have time to try, swap and match.
The real question isn't "what's trending" but "where are you spending the night". A sit-down dinner, a party on your feet in heels, a night in with friends: three evenings, three different dresses. Below you'll find five precise picks from our short dresses collection, the long dresses and the sparkly new arrivals, with the reason each one works.
One rule before you start: in December it's cold and you'll dance. Pick a fabric that doesn't weigh you down when you move and think about your coat now, because a gorgeous dress under the wrong puffer is wasted. Free shipping from €100, Klarna in 3 interest-free instalments, sizes 34 to XXL.
Quick answer: which dress to choose for New Year's Eve
- The best short dress for the party is the Vrengler Sequin Dress, because its large iridescent sequins catch the light from every angle and you don't need jewellery.
- The best long dress for the dinner is the Ibiza Long Dress, because it has iridescent sequins, a single strap and a cut that looks good even sitting down.
- The best look for dancing without a second thought is the Silverglade Jumpsuit, because the long sleeves keep you warm and your legs stay free.
- The best warm piece if you feel the cold is the Lellis Velvet Dress, because it has long sleeves and a drape that hides the hips.
- The best shoes to finish the night are the Gairya Booties in rhinestone velvet, because they cover the ankle and sparkle like a sandal.
| Evening | Recommended style | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Party on your feet | Sequin Fannie Dress | Short, bare shoulder, moves with you |
| Sit-down dinner | Sparking Long Drap | Soft drape, slit so you can sit |
| Night in | Velvet crew-neck jumpsuit | Comfy, warm, with pockets |
| Club or bar | Gakia Dress | Sequins and sheer front |
| Elegant dinner | Serenella Maxi Dress | Satin, crossed straps, slits |
The best short dress for the party: sequins that do the work for you
A short sequin dress is the best seller for the party because it does all the work for you: with a dress like this, heels and a clutch are enough. The trick is to pick a large, iridescent sequin that changes colour with the light, not a small flat one that looks like a stage curtain.
The Vrengler Sequin Dress is exactly that. If you prefer a bare shoulder and a V-neck there's the Sequin Fannie Dress, while the Gakia Dress plays with a sheer front: made for anyone heading to a club who wants to be noticed. For a bare back, the Higrid Sexy Dress comes with a necklace included. Find everything in our women's dresses.
Large iridescent sequins all over: under club lights it shifts its shine with every step. Wear it with a black heel and no necklace, you won't need one. Sizes 34 to XXL.
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If your shoulders get cold, add the blazer: the Sequin Sleeve Jacket has shaded sequin sleeves and looks great over a black dress or a bodysuit. For the legs, wide-net tights with rhinestones make a statement without shortening the hem by a centimetre; more ideas in socks and tights.
The best long dress for the dinner: slit and drape
The best long dress for the New Year's dinner is the one with a slit or drape, because it lets you sit for four hours without feeling squeezed. The side slit frees your stride, the drape hides your stomach after the second starter.
The Ibiza Long Dress has iridescent sequins and a single strap; the Sparking Long Drap combines sequins, drape and slit; the Sequinflow Long Dress looks like a glowing slip. For those who want satin rather than sequins there are the Serenella Maxi Dress with crossed straps and slits and the Sequin Persia Dress, Persian-inspired. All the rest are in women's long dresses.
Iridescent sequins, a single strap and a soft neckline: long but never heavy. Pair it with heeled sandals or a bootie and one statement piece of jewellery. Sizes 34 to XXL.
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Over a long dress you need a serious coat: browse coats and capes or faux-fur coats. If the dinner is more formal, our guide to dressing as a wedding guest in autumn gives you more ideas on fabrics.
The best look for dancing: a long-sleeved jumpsuit
A sequin jumpsuit is the best look for dancing because there's no skirt to straighten and the long sleeves keep you warm when you leave the club. Anyone who has tried dancing in a short dress with both hands on the hem already knows.
The Silverglade Jumpsuit in silver sequins with a V-neck is the most wearable; the Holly sequin jumpsuit goes for iridescent sequins, while the Melange sequin jumpsuit has a more shaded effect. For a bare back look at the Sequin stripe jumpsuit in gold sequins and tulle. The rest is in playsuits and jumpsuits and in women's jumpsuits.
Silver sequins, V-neck and long sleeves: one piece and the look is done. Flat shoes won't work, you need a heel or a bootie. Sizes 34 to XXL.
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If you like a shorter, closer-fitting look, the Ullja sequin bodysuit with sequins on the front and a zip at the back goes well with the Baggy blend rhinestone jeans: an alternative to the dress that many customers choose for a night in. See also women's bodysuits and tops and crop tops.
The best warm piece for New Year's Eve: velvet
Velvet is the best fabric for New Year's Eve if you feel the cold, because it warms like a sweater but falls like an evening gown. With long sleeves and a little drape you don't even need a coat to cross the car park.
The Lellis Dress has long sleeves, drape and a zip. For a night in, the Helkresia velvet jumpsuit with a cropped zip top and pocketed trousers is far comfier than a dress, and the velvet crew-neck jumpsuit is the more sober version. If you want a tulle back, choose the Polka Dress with polka dots. For all-black there's the Irten Jumpsuit in fitted velvet.
Velvet, long sleeves and drape: elegant even with opaque tights and boots. A big earring and a small clutch sit well with it. Sizes 34 to XXL.
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Over velvet a jacket or a short blazer works well. For the day before the party read our ideas on this season's outerwear.
The best shoes and accessories for New Year's Eve: sparkle from head to toe
The best shoes for New Year's Eve are rhinestone booties, because they keep you warm, cover the ankle and shine like a summer sandal. Choose the heel honestly: if you can't take it at two in the morning, bring a pair of flats in your bag.
The Gairya rhinestone bootie is in velvet studded with rhinestones, the Jax glitter bootie is pointed with a high heel. For an indoor sandal there are the Star heels with rhinestone stars and the Selenne mesh heels with a rhinestone mesh sock at the ankle. More options in high heels, ankle boots and boots.
Velvet studded with rhinestones: great with a short black dress and with a long one below the knee. With these shoes the only other thing to add is a clutch. Sizes from 34 up.
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The right bag is just one and small: the Bling Rhinestone clutch for the wrist or the Bigpailettes with a chain. Find more styles in bags and belts and everything else in women's accessories. Underneath, a little lingerie makes the difference: see underwear and lingerie and garters.
The right New Year's Eve dress is the one that makes you forget you're wearing it. If you're still dancing at two in the morning, you chose well.
New Year's Eve dresses: frequently asked questions
What is the best dress to wear on New Year's Eve?
The best dress for New Year's Eve is a sequin dress with sleeves or slits that let you move, because it sparkles without jewellery and lasts for hours of partying. A good example is the Vrengler Sequin Dress; more styles are in short dresses.
Short or long for a New Year's Eve dinner?
For a sit-down dinner a long dress with a slit or drape beats a short one, because it covers your legs in the cold and lets you sit comfortably. For a party on your feet the short dress is more practical. Try the Ibiza Long Dress or a style from long dresses.
How do you dress for New Year's Eve when it's cold?
When it's cold, go for a velvet dress or a long-sleeved jumpsuit, paired with a bootie and a short coat. The Lellis Dress and the Silverglade Jumpsuit are two easy choices; see also coats.
What shoes go with a sequin dress?
With a sequin dress the best shoes are a bootie or a simple sandal with rhinestones, because they avoid an overloaded look. The Gairya rhinestone bootie is a good starting point, and in high heels you'll find alternatives.
When is the best time to buy a New Year's Eve dress?
The best time is October to November, because every size is available and you have time for an exchange. Returns are accepted within 14 days, and new arrivals are on the viral new arrivals page.
How do I pay and how much is shipping?
Shipping is free on orders over €100 and you can pay in 3 interest-free instalments with Klarna. Sizes run from 34 to XXL and returns are accepted within 14 days.
Find your dress for the longest night of the year
Sequins, velvet, jumpsuits and rhinestone booties: order now and you'll have time to swap sizes. Free shipping from €100, 3 interest-free instalments with Klarna and sizes 34 to XXL.
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