Make an entrance without breaking the bank:
While glitz and glam are nearly a requirement for kicking off the new year, many are wondering how to sizzle on a budget this year.
The easiest option is by accessorizing what you already own. Start with a simple outfit…perhaps your favorite little black dress.
Next, add one or two accessories that really pop! Here are some ideas:
- Jeweled tights. Don’t already have them? Perfect DIY project.
- Fun shoes.
- Metallic scarf.
- Glitzy clutch. Another DIY project…just add broaches, ribbon or flat-back crystals to an old clutch…instant chic.
Then add in one piece of statement jewelry that works with your ensemble. Maybe a sparkly cocktail ring or some killer earrings.
For makeup, accentuate one area…either go with strong eyes or a strong lip. Then, (my personal favorite…) add some sparkle to whatever you’re accentuating. If it’s the eye, add in some glittery eyeshadow. And if it’s the lip, top with sparkly lip gloss.
And there you have it, one option for frugal fabulosity this New Year’s eve!
An Alternative Look:
Looking for a variation on the simple look above? Find a festive or richly-colored tunic dress and accessorize with all black.
Most of us already have black shoes, tights, clutch and jewelry. Pair them with the right dress and your basic black accessories become not-so-basic. In the example below, I chose a sequined tunic. But the look would be great with any color tunic or similar dress: purple, teal, royal blue, etc… It’s all about using what you already own.
Wishing you a happy New Year’s Eve!
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I love that the flashiest part of the outfit (the scarf)
is 5 bucks!
❤ Amanda –I love it when it works out like that too!
XO Piper
I always wear black on new years eve. Thanks for the ideas
of how to dress it up.
That seqin dress is tdf!
Both ensembles are just fantastic & show stoppers!!!
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I am definitely a glitzy clutch or shoes kind of girl
Scarves, jackets, dresses and everything else.. not really, unless it’s toned down.
With that being said, I am not really a fan of glitz but I am getting used to it in small doses. It’ll take me a season or two but I’ll come around!
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I am a big fan of reusing what you’ve already got. Yes it’s fun
to get a whole new outfit, but much more satisfying to know
you’ve saved money and got an outfit that will wow!
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Great ideas…. I’m going to wear one of the bib necklaces
got earlier this year… they are a little bit too flashy to wear
on a regular day.
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Super cute outfit. The scarf adds a nice touch. I like the shoes
also.
JINX
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I love, love that silver dress.
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