Head-Turning New Year’s Eve Ensembles

December 20, 2023

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As the clock ticks closer to bidding adieu to the old and welcoming the new, there’s no better time to sparkle and shine than on New Year’s Eve. And if, like us, you consider December 31st a shimmering runway, then your outfit out to be the star of the show. Aventura Mall’s head stylist Kimmie Sussman has an idea on just how to accomplish that task. “Ring in the New Year with a playful twist!” she suggests. “Deck yourself out in sparkles, feathers, and sequins for a dazzling look that’s sure to steal the spotlight. Add some shimmering jewelry, and you’ll be ready to welcome the new year in style with confidence and a dash of fun.” Kimmie’s picks include bold jewelry, glamours accessories and a statement dress to pull it all together. We’ve paired her top choices with similar options for dazzling outfit inspirations that will ensure you step into the New Year with panache.

Little Black Dress

The essential part of our look starts with a dress albeit one with a kick. Our choices feature colorful feathers, shiny details, and a lot of curve hugging lines.

Ombré Feather Diamante Minidress by Self-Portrait

Cut from crêpê, Self-Portrait's minidress flaunts a removable ombré feather trim at the strapless neck. This surplice style features a diamante trim. Available at Blended

Butterfly Crystal Dress by Area

A glittering crystal halter neck instantly accessorizes a showstopping LBD that flies gloriously above the rest with its sultry cutouts and low-dipped back. Available at Nordstrom.

Mini Dress with Feathers by Pinko

Short, sleeveless dress in technical stretch crepe, this number is knock out with feathers on the shoulders. Fitted piece with plunging V-neck at the front and back if features concealed central zip fastening on the back.

WELL HEELED

Anchoring the look is a pair of sandals that draw your attention in with crystals and chains that elevate the rather traditional shoe shape to new heights.

Saeda Sandal by Jimmy Choo

Blurring the lines between shoes and jewelry, the Saeda sandals in soft suede are instantly recognizable as Jimmy Choo. Made in Italy, a delicate crystal chain suspends a single crystal and gently adorns the ankle like jewelry, while the meticulously crafted crystals also drip gracefully down the line of the heel.

Crystal High Sandals at Philipp Plein

The iconic hexagon, the house's flagship symbol, is transformed into a print that evokes the geometric patterns typical of art deco. On these satin sandals, encrusted with Swarovski crystals, the pattern acts as a buckle on the PVC strap that surrounds the ankle. The stiletto heel is also covered in crystals.

Nudistcurve 100 Highshine Sandal at Stuart Weitzman

Crafted on new NUDIST construction, this shoe features a slightly-curved 100-mm stiletto heel engineered for even more comfort and support, a curved back that showcases more of the foot, as well as a more streamlined and padded insole. A modern square-toe completes this high-fashion, high-function standout while elongating your leg.

BRIGHT BAGS

No better way to sparkle than with a statement bag that meets form and function in the glitteriest way.

Locò Shoulder Bag with Crystals at Valentino

Covered in crystals with metallic VLogo Signature detail, this bag is equipped with both a detachable sliding chain strap and a detachable handle and can be worn as a crossbody/shoulder bag or carried as a handbag.

Petite Malle at Louis Vuitton

Nicolas Ghesquière’s ode to the enchanting interiors of Borromeo Palace, on the Italian island of Isola Bella, this Petite Malle handbag is embellished with thousands of crystals to reproduce the almost mineral aspect of Galuchat stingray leather.

Night owl Crystal-Embellished Mini Tote by Tory Burch

Pavé embellishment elevates the new mini tote for evening. Carry it by the top handle or wear crossbody with the slim chain strap.

STATEMENT RINGS

If you will limit your rings to just one make sure it’s bright and bold and hopefully features a stunning stone.

Green Tourmaline Soleste® Ring at Tiffany & Co.

Taking its name from “sol,” the Spanish word for sun, the Tiffany Soleste® collection features vibrant center stones encircled by round brilliant diamonds becoming a statement of its own.

Albion® Ring at David Yurman

The Albion® Collection’s unique cushion-cut center stone was David Yurman’s innovative solution to use an oversize gemstone in a refined modern setting with classical proportions. It’s a bold accessory that stands up to your look.

Nudo Classic Ring at Pomellato

Nudo pieces are instantly recognizable, featuring "naked" stones set without a prong, in a rainbow of colors. Perfect expression of its wearer, it can be stacked and can be combined in multiple ways.

DIAMOND EARRINGS

To highlight your face and NYE glam, don’t shy away from diamond dangling earrings to cast even more light and attention towards your face.

Serpenti Viper Earrings in 18 kt White Gold at BVLGARI

In a tribute to its spirit animal, Bulgari captures the power of seduction in these Serpenti Viper earrings, camouflaging sensuality and temptation with a hypnotic design. Sophisticated and glamorous, this jewel dangles over the neck striking with the precious beauty of the scales and with the distinctive sinuosity of the snake

Panthère de Cartier Earrings at Cartier

A show stopper, these earrings are hard to compete with, yet manage to look perfect with any outfit and any night of the year.

Diamond Confetti Drop Earrings by Paul Morelli at Mayors

Celebrating the ever-changing landscape of love, a medley of round-cut diamonds in multiple sizes resembles a cascade of glittering confetti and looks lovely brushing against your collar bone.

CHIC COVER-UP

At some point during the evening you may want to reach for a cozy throw over to keep warm and stylish without sacrificing your look.

Zip-Up Jacket at Balenciaga

A faux fur cover features high stand-up collar, slash pockets, gathered cuffs and Balenciaga logo painted on back for the perfect amount of wow factor.