| In just a couple short days New Year's celebrations will begin. Do you know what you are going to wear? Whether you are going to a dressy event or keeping things casual, sequins and sparkle are always in order when ringing in the New Year. Here are a few ideas on how to add something shiny to your outfit.
1) For serious high-shine, this ArynK Sequin Dress ($98) has structured shoulders and a higher neckline. But the statement is really made with it's black ties running down the back. With so much going on in one piece, it's best pulled off by keeping the rest of your look simple. Black tights and booties finish the look.
2) If your Little Black Dress calls for a statement piece, try pairing an ornate chain and crystal necklace with it. The Draped Chain Bow Necklace by Badgley Mischka ($325) mixes tougher chains with decadant crystals. It's fully adjustable and the mixed metal chains make it ultra-versatile.
3) Deep purple takes on new dimensions in luxurious brocade fabric. The Arielle Dress ($49.50) has a pretty sweetheart necklince and a flirty mini skirt. Wear with tough leather ankle boots and chunky jewelry to offset the sweetness of the dress.
4) You really can't go wrong with a sequin skirt. Worn with a white-tee shirt or a silky blouse, the It's In the Stars Skirt ($44.99) adds the perfect amount of sparkle to your holiday outfit.
5) Crystal leopard print, really? Report Signature makes it work in a major way with their Parker Pumps ($175). A sky-high stiletto heel and pointed toe are the perfect backdrop to such an impactful pattern. Just remember to keep the rest of your look subtle as these can end up looking vampy. Find deals on this shoe and others with Shopbop coupons!
6) The party will literally start when you walk into a room wearing this Paul & Joe Cokeline Sequin Top ($164). Cobalt blue sequins cover a deep-v-neck sleeveless tulle blouse. A simple long-chain necklace or long earrings would accessorize the look well.
7) Sparkly arrows are an unexpected shape in gold and crystal pave earrings by Rachel Roy ($38). They would work equally as well with a pair of jeans and blouse as with a cocktail dress.
8) Shimmery white and gold sequins, like the ones on Badgley Mischka's Humbie 2 Pumps ($214.99) take a look from blah to wow. Let the shoes shine by pairing them with a navy or black cocktail dress.
9) Finally, embody your inner party-girl with the Halston Heritage Carla Studded Flap Leather Shoulder Bag ($345). A swingy black leather clutch has a mix if sparkly sequins, metal studs and gold chains. It will be a bag you will wear long after the new year has been celebrated.
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