The thing about New Year’s Eve is that it’s actually over quite quickly—despite how long you may have waited for your Uber/taxi/traffic jam. Pro tip? Don’t try to condense your entire year—or a year’s worth of sparkle—into one ensemble. “Of course, it is a fun night, but in reality it is one fun night out of the year. People often go the full mile in terms of buying a whole outfit for it,” says Vogue.com Market Editor**Chelsea Zalopany.** “Really, a New Year’s ensemble is about being comfortable. You can’t have fun without feeling good.”
And when it comes to comfort, a little coverage is key. While the end of the year may feel like the opportune time to show some skin, in most parts of the world, that’s not the best idea. “There’s nothing worse than being on the brink of frostbite while trying to catch a cab,” says Zalopany. (Also worth noting, blue, veiny, or otherwise frozen-looking skin is not terribly appealing either.) “You can try textured tights, or even embellished nylons," Zalopany adds. "Your legs will thank you later.” And speaking of thanks: Your shoes can make or break the overall mood of the night. (Or, you know, your ankle.) “The nightmare of New Year’s Eve is the image of someone hobbling down the sidewalk because their shoes are too high,” says Zalopany. “If you go with high heels, make sure you have a solid stride because you’re going to be out for quite a while. A platform also works because it has that Studio 54 vibe of bedazzled disco from the seventies—go for a classic that is over-the-top but not too difficult to walk in.”
A slinky yet classic dress brings the disco-decadent feel home. Opt for something eye-catching, like a red slip dress, and pair it with a geometric clutch with a hint of flash and room for all of your night-on-the-town necessities. And for the finishing (aka layering) touch? "Take a warm statement coat with you,” says Zalopany. “Hypothermia isn’t a good look on anyone—especially for the New Year.”
