New Year’s Eve Looks for Everyone Tired of the Little Black Dress

This Anthropologie Bow Dress might be just the thing you need if you’re in one of those “my presence is your present” moods, just to make it that much more clear to your fellow party-goers. A floor-length skirt also lends this look a bit of extra dramatic flair.

If you’re more of an above-the-knee, mini-dress lover but like the idea of a feathery touch, this Farfetch feather-trimmed mini dress is a flirtier look, and its silky fabric adds a classy touch.

This one-shoulder dress from Anthropologie, which falls slightly past the knee has it all; a ruched waistline, a stunning velvet pattern, and sexy slit. It’s festive enough to wear through midnight but elegant enough for any New Year’s Eve activities you may have earlier on in the evening. And who knows? You might even get away with wearing it throughout the rest of the year, though it might be too memorable for that.

The name of this glistening mini dress says it all and it’s guaranteed you’ll upstage the disco ball at your New Year’s Eve party. Don’t say we didn’t warn you that you’ll be the center of attention no matter where you find yourself this NYE.

The spaghetti-strap and square neckline on the Reformation Frankie Dress are a bit reminiscent of the 90s, perhaps something someone in “Clueless” would’ve worn. This glittering maxi dress is an easy way to look effortlessly put together and stay comfortable just in case the night gets away from you.

We love how glamorous the Allsaints Daisy Topaz Sequin Dress is, probably because of its dramatic single sleeve, length, and asymmetrical center cut out. Pair it with a black blazer and earrings that provide a pop of color for your favorite New Year’s look yet. 

If you’re looking for something that no one else at your New Year’s Eve party will have, look no further than this fluffy mini dress. Although it’s absent of sequins, the shimmery iridescence in the material brings an unexpected flair while still bringing in the glitter and glam that you want to ring in the new year.

Who doesn’t love fringe? Another option from Urban Outfitters, this sequined dress fits a bit more snuggly than the other sparkly outfits here and if you happen to end up in a speakeasy bar with a grand piano and a spotlight, know you’ll be dressed perfectly for the occasion.

This feathery dress will bring out your inner party animal with its safari print and feather detailing. Pair it with a dramatic pair of earrings and don’t be mad if someone mistakes you for a bird.

If you’ve ever wanted to wear one of your scrunchies, you’ll finally be able to do so before the year is over with this body-hugging, ruched dress from Urban Outfitters. Its draping ruffles lend it some flirtiness and leave you enough room to accessorize with a statement necklace or pair of earrings.

This shiny, metallic bodycon look from ASTR is an asymmetrical dress that could either throw you back to the disco 70s or launch you into a Star Wars future. Either way, once the clock strikes twelve, it’ll definitely only be the first day of 2023.

Everything about this Reformation dress is so luxurious: its length, its scoop neckline, its rich velvet texture, and its subtle, deep navy color.

The best part of the Elowen Knit set from Reformation is that you can make two other outfits from it, by pairing the knit red top with high-waisted pants, or the floor-length mermaid-like skirt with your choice of top. The set’s knit texture feels classic and who says you can’t also wear this look on Christmas?

We couldn’t leave one last velvet option off this list, so here you go. And dare we mention this dress also comes in other rich jewel tones?