New Year’s Eve is the holiday best known for parties featuring elegant dress codes and endless bottles of champagne. Whether you find yourself at an upscale event downtown, or a low key party with a few of your closest friends, we are here to help you pick out your perfect party outfit.
Downtown
Most hotels and bars located downtown host events that feature dinner specials, open bars and dancing for a reasonable ticket price. If you find yourself hitting the streets of downtown Cleveland to celebrate, put a festive spin on the traditional little black cocktail dress. It is New Year’s after all, and no outfit would be complete on this night if it did not have an extra bit of sparkle.
Dress to impress this new years by going out on the town in a long sleeve dress adorned with sequins. Choosing a simple color such as black or silver will have you looking effortlessly elegant at any New Year’s event. If you are looking to add some color to your ensemble, try accessorizing with teal jewelry. Since it is Cleveland, and we all know how winter tends to be near the lake, add a pair of black tights and black heeled booties to keep yourself warm.
Local Bar
If you are looking to avoid a long drive into the city and would rather stay close to home this New Year’s, plan to meet up with some friends at a local bar. Most bars will be offering dinner specials, live performances and drink specials. The local bar scene is a great place to celebrate without having to venture too far from home.
Usually when staying local, the dress code is not as elevated. However New Year’s Eve is still a holiday, which means adding a little flare to your outfit is encouraged. A pair of black skinny jeans paired with a bright-colored silk tank is a youthful look that can be easily tweaked to fit any style. Try a bold color such as magenta or turquoise to help you stand out among the crowd. Throw on a black fitted blazer and black boots, and accessorize with a long silver necklace and silver bangles to complete your look.
House Party
For some people, the intimacy of a small party at home is very appealing. Invite some of your closest friends over this New Year’s Eve and throw a party of your own. A few streamers and decorations can transform your house or apartment into the perfect party setting. And of course, no New Year’s Eve party would be complete without party hats and noise makers.
If you plan on staying in this New Year’s Eve, try to achieve the ideal combination of comfort and style. Your New Year’s outfit can be more laid back if you are going to be in the company of your close friends. Keep it casual with your favorite pair of jeans or leggings. A sweater with glitter or sequin details is a great way to stay in line with traditional New Year’s garb while remaining casual and comfortable all night long.
No matter where you find yourself counting down the New Year, style is essential. This will be the last outfit you wear in 2011 and it will be setting the tone for your 2012 wardrobe. So what will you be wearing?
