The Chicest Colors to Wear for New Year's Eve
Every fashion girl highly anticipates holiday party season, and New Year’s Eve, in particular, is the night to go all out and wear your chicest look. To help you navigate the options, we’re calling out the coolest colors to wear for NYE. In fact, five colors in particular—purple, bronze, emerald, silver, and rose gold—will be major this year. For a strong classic look, stick with the traditional bronze and silver dresses (particularly silk, velvet, and sequinned dresses styled with minimalistic accessories are the winning formula to try out). From retailers high and low, we’ve rounded up all of the dresses that should be on your radar. Go on to shop our top picks and see the best colors to wear for New Year’s this season.
PURPLE
It is said that purple is the color of royalty, and we’re sure that dresses in this noble hue will make you the Queen of New Year’s Eve. Close enough to black to give an air of sleek sophistication while unique enough to stand out this holiday season, purple is taking the crown.
A sequinned dress will always be in style.
BRONZE
Shimmering and bright, your gold dress is sure to outshine the spotlight. Gold could be considered the official color of New Year’s Eve, with your party’s decor sure to complement your brilliant look.
Style this silk dress with block heels and a velvet bag.
EMERALD
If you’re feeling truly in the holiday spirit, green is your go-to choice for the season’s festivities. Pair this natural-hue with black heels and a gold clutch for a look that’s sure to draw compliments all New Year’s Eve long.
SILVER
You and the New Year’s Eve ball drop will be a match made in holiday heaven in these silver, shimmering numbers. The brighter, the better is the rule when it comes to this hue. It’s begging to be taken out for a night on the town.
ROSE GOLD
For gold with an added touch, try its feminine counterpart: rose gold. When paired with silver heels and accessories, you can have the best of both worlds with this holiday look.
No accessories needed with this statement dress.
The ruffle detailing on this dress is sure to stand out.
Next, check out the prettiest denim trend of the New Year.
This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated by Aleksija Vujicic.
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