Celeb Outfits That Serve Up The Ultimate New Year's Eve Style Inspo

There's nothing like ringing in the new year absolutely dripping with pizzazz. After all, how you start the year dictates the energy you'll carry with you for the next 12 months. The vibe of the night is all about celebration. For low-key events, a sparkly top, a velvet blazer, and a great pair of jeans work perfectly. If you're going all out for New Year's Eve, then something more formal is appropriate. Velvets, metallics, sequins, sparkles, and glitter are all festively-appropriate choices. It's the one night of the year when going over the top is not only acceptable, but encouraged. 

Bold accessories — from big bangles and oversized earrings to opera gloves — are more than welcome. If you're in a cold climate, there's the issue of appropriate layering, but don't be deterred by the prospect of a bulky coat ruining your look. Statement coats are trending hard this winter, so even your outerwear provides an opportunity to wear that outlandish jacket that doesn't come out of the closet too often. Being intentional about a sensational New Year's Eve look is of the utmost importance. Thankfully, several celebrities have offered up a little bit of guidance and inspiration through their own wonderfully curated outfits.

In September 2025, Heather Rae El Moussa stepped out in a great black pantsuit and a sensational red, bustier-style top. For those who are after a slightly more toned-down New Year's Eve, but still want to look dressed up, her fit is a great launching point. Black pants, heels, and a blazer create a solid foundation, while a sexy, colorful top brings that jolt of fun that you'll want from a look on the last night of the year. Take a note out of Heather's book and make sure your hair and makeup are also flawless.

Singer Parisalexa attended the Give Her FlowHERS Gala 2025 in a stunning black and white strapless dress. The simple dress paired with playful opera gloves and sparkly heels is the perfect recipe for a classic New Year's Eve outfit. A strapless dress is simple yet elegant, making for a great outfit option that layers well under a warm coat. Take note of Parisalexa's styling choices with the gloves and the shoes; amping up accessories is an easy way to make a simple outfit feel more glamorous.

Khloe Kardashian's outrageous pink coat and sparkly pink and white mini dress are a fabulous combination for New Year's Eve. A glitzy mini dress is a sultry way to celebrate the holiday, while a supersized coat adds balance, warmth, and fun. Some strappy heels, or thigh-high boots, depending on the weather, are the perfect final touch. Khloe is a good person to look to for festive style ideas; after all, Khloe totally upgraded her style post-divorce, and her fashion now strikes the perfect balance between fashionable and playful.  

Queen of style, Katie Holmes, served up the perfect outfit for New Year's Eve, especially for those in varying climates. While attending an event in New York City, Holmes stepped out in a burnt orange Aligne satin slip dress with an accompanying satin camisole, complete with cream lace detailing. To make the outfit wearable in the winter months, Holmes paired the look with a sumptuous, cream wrap coat also by Aligne. She polished off the outfit with a pair of knee-high, black leather boots by Khaite. It was perfection, and a great source of inspiration for those looking to stay warm this New Year's Eve.

The always-trendy Sabrina Carpenter keeps walking out in outfits that prove why she's the new it girl. While some of her looks are retro and costume-esque, others are classic and timeless. This was certainly the case when she stepped out in New York City wearing a short trench coat that was the perfect outerwear for the holiday season. She styled this with a cozy, cream turtleneck, a black mini skirt, and some sheer tights. For those who want a more chill New Year's Eve, Carpenter's look is a great styling choice. A mini skirt adds sex appeal, while tights and a turtleneck keep things weather-appropriate. 

Count on Dua Lipa to bring the glitz and glam to a New Year's Eve party. For the absolute quintessential outfit for the night, Lipa's silver,  sequin mini dress from Paco Rabanne is as fun as it gets. Why not dress like a sexy disco ball to ring in the new year? She paired the sparkly dress with strappy heels and some gold, statement earrings for the classic party look. 2026 will be a riot if this is how you kick it off. 

Sarah Jessica Parker's muted, classic holiday outfit is a great choice for a more casual New Year's Eve get-together. While attending an event in New York City, Parker stepped out in simple black trousers and styled them with a black top featuring a white, sparkly bow. She completed the look with a sheer, black sweater that had tiny, sparkling flecks. If your New Year's Eve plans revolve around a cheery dinner with friends, this might be the ideal choice.

Hailey Bieber left everyone absolutely speechless when she stepped out in New York City wearing a silk grey pantsuit. She added feminine glamour by going shirtless beneath her blazer, allowing a peek of skin to make the look more sultry. Bieber's elegant pant suit is a stunning choice for a New Year's Eve look, as the silky glint makes the outfit more festive, while still being a little more dressed down. It's sophisticated and unforgettable. 

One of the most unforgettable looks of 2025 was Sydney Sweeney's white gown, which she wore to a New York City screening of the film "Housemaid." Her white Miu Miu gown was covered in silver crystals, and Sweeney brought Old Hollywood glamour to the look by styling it with a feather stole. It was outrageous and absolutely perfect. While an exact replica of Sweeney's look might be a tad intense for a New Year's Eve party, an outfit that draws on this one for reference is sure to be unforgettable. Go for sparkles, feathers, and a plunging neckline. Why not? New Year's Eve comes once a year.