5 Outfit Suggestions for New Year's Eve Inspired by Our Favorite It-Girl Looks of 2025

      Some may contend that the pressure surrounding the New Year's Eve outfit surpasses that of the actual plans for the evening. As a fashion editor, I hold a bias in this debate, but I concur with that sentiment. When you look stunning and exude glamour, it becomes impossible to welcome the New Year in a negative way, regardless of your location or activities. This instills a sense of control, as a perfect outfit reduces the likelihood of things going awry. However, creating a remarkable New Year's Eve ensemble that eases the significant pressure of the holiday can be a challenge, especially on short notice. We’ve discovered that compiling a mood board featuring outfits you've admired throughout the year—ones you may have viewed as too extravagant for everyday wear—is the best approach. New Year’s Eve is an opportunity to embrace an extravagant or editorial look, even if you spend it lounging with your closest friends. Below, we’ve gathered some of our favorite outfits from the past year, showcased by five stylish It girls. If you channel one of these, you're sure to end 2025 on a high note.

      Zoë Kravitz dons a black mini lace dress paired with black pumps and an ankle bracelet.

      (This look is sultry yet simple, making it truly ideal. It delivers maximum impact with minimal effort, and the ankle bracelet adds a touch of sparkle without feeling excessive.)

      Lola Tung is seen in a funky statement dress, a patchwork shoulder bag, and ballet flats.

      (If you’re looking for something distinctive that others won’t have, choose a quirky statement dress from an emerging designer. Lola Tung exemplified this when she wore a fresh 404 Studio dress during press events for The Summer I Turned Pretty, pairing it with ballerina sneakers—making them the perfect footwear for dancing comfortably all night while maintaining style.)

      Dua Lipa appears in a long black dress, peep-toe pumps, and a leopard-print bag.

      (Leopard print is essentially a neutral, and you can't convince us otherwise. However, full-on animal print can sometimes seem overwhelming and tricky to accessorize. So, as Dua Lipa demonstrates, wearing a sleek black dress and peep-toe pumps with an animal-print bag is a timeless option that allows the accessory to take center stage.)

      Chloë Sevigny rocks a Brat-green shift dress with a jeweled collar, stockings, and sharp heels.

      (Brat green is still in vogue and likely to gain more traction in light of Charli XCX's upcoming film set for release in January 2026. This Chloë Sevigny look from the recent Gotham Awards has certainly caught our attention. A Brat-green dress carries a strong 2025 vibe while avoiding overexposure. The statement-collar necklace, stockings, and edgy heels contribute to that "365 party girl" essence.)

      Rosalía wears a sheer white dress complemented by an angelic feather scarf and striking heels.

      (Rosalía always presents an angelic appearance, especially following the release of her album Lux. Who wouldn’t want to resemble a real-life angel? Perhaps you’ve made it to the nice list this year and wish to showcase that at your New Year's Eve gathering. This ensemble is the perfect embodiment of that intention. And when else can you flaunt a sheer dress alongside an extravagant, fluffy feather scarf?)