The New Year's Eve party dresses we'll be dancing in
Party season is now fully underway, so if you still need a fabulous Christmas party dress or an outfit for New Year's Eve, shop our stylish edit, below, before all the best pieces sell out.
Our social diaries explode in December, from the office Christmas party to festive drinks with friends, so now's the perfect time to add some new occasionwear to your wardrobe.
Every year, opulent velvet dresses take over the high street, so you'll find plenty of those for dancing the night away in, along with a plethora of glittering sequin styles for toasting 2025 in style. Silky slip dresses can easily be dressed up or down to match any dress code, and you can never go wrong with a classic little black dress.
There's the big day itself to consider, too; if you're anything like us, you'll want a Christmas Day dress that feels relaxed and comfortable to wear (nothing too tight around the waist!), yet still elegant and chic.
Shop the Christmas and New Year's Eve dresses we're shopping for 2024 below – and have a magical time!
The best Christmas and New Year's Eve party dresses
Suzanne faille-trimmed cotton-blend velvet midi dress
This investment dress ticks all our boxes, from its flattering silhouette to its scoop neckline. But the best part? The oversized, balloon sleeves that bring all the drama. It's a big yes from us, and £300 off!
Sequin Mini Dress
Nothing says festive season quite like a fully sequinned party look. The slate grey hue of this Whistles mini dress will look amazing with statement silver jewellery. The best part? It's currently on sale.
Daphne Plisse Velvet V-Neck Maxi Dress
The perfect hostess dress, we're dreaming of mingling with guests at a festive drinks do this Christmas, glass of something fizzy in hand, enjoying the compliments roll in on this jewel-toned, plissé velvet stunner...
Paris Dress
RIXO has pulled it out of the (party) bag this year, and this metallic gold and silk-velvet black mini dress is one of their stand-out festive styles. The blouson sleeves and sweetheart neckline add flirty femininity and make this an enduring highlight of the brand's Thirties-inspired Golden Age collection.
Red Sequin Strappy Slip Dress
There’s no denying that burgundy is the colour of the season and the high street is currently awash with deep red hues. River Island’s party midi dress is covered in oversized sequins and finished with satin straps.
Sequinned Maxi Dress
Silver is wearing the metallics crown this year, with the fashion set loving everything from silver boots to silver trousers. Splurge on this bejewelled dazzler of a dress from Copenhagen-based brand RBC and leave everybody starstruck.
Black Bow Sleeve Satin Mini Dress
Elegance so often lies in simplicity, as proved by this black satin mini dress from partywear staple Mint Velvet. Super flattering with a mini hemline, bardot neckline and bow details, you can style it in a plethora of ways and will turn to it year after year.
Off-The-Shoulder Cut-Out Stretch-Knit Midi Dress
This dress is one of our team's favourites for the party season. Our fashion assistant, Angel Cordova-Todd, says: "The knitted material is very forgiving, and it keeps you cosier compared to a traditional silk or satin option. The off-the-shoulder neckline is complimentary on a lot of body shapes and the the cut-out detail adds a flirty peek of skin." We're sold!
Metallic Pointelle Knit Maxi Dress
This festive knitted dress feels perfect for family drinks, or Christmas lunch with friends in the pub. It’s cosy to wear and the metallic threads add a hint of celebration.
Lena Dress
If you can't wear feathers at Christmas, when can you? Predictably, RIXO's done it the best, using ostrich plumes as a neckline trim for the epitome of cocktail chic. It can be worn on or off the shoulder and the body is a luxurious silk-velvet to make you feel like the star you are.
Erminia Off-The-Shoulder Taffeta Midi Dress
This off-the-shoulder design is one of our favourites, as its winter white colour and voluminous sleeves make it incredibly chic.
Asymmetric Cowl-Neck Midi Dress
Got a special occasion coming up which requires a show-stopping outfit – perhaps a big birthday around Christmas or just fancy something special for New Year's Eve? If so, there is no better dress than this elegant asymmetric slip dress from & Other Stories.
Sequined Mini Dress
Here's another black option that's far from boring, thanks to its sequin embellishment and mini hemline. It's currently on sale for under £30, too.
Charm Jacquard Mini Dress
Our fashion editor Jodie recently reported that bubble hems are back. Tap into the trend early with this pretty jacquard mini dress from Sister Jane. We’ll be wearing ours with tights and Mary Janes for a preppy look.
Annie Sparkle Knit Dress
Not every festive occasion calls for full-on silk and sequins – though really, we always say go for it! – so if you're attending a more lowkey gathering, look to this black knit dress with subtle sparkle that'll also keep you cosy. It comes in dark green and navy too.
Silk-Blend Sequin Short Swing Dress + Tie
ME+EM’s little black dress is a touch more expensive, but is also pretty timeless, so you can invest safe in the knowledge you will be able to wear this mini every year. The satin tie bow detail can be worn in a bow or like a scarf, so you can switch up the styling with each wear, too.
Camille Bow-Embellished Velvet Midi Dress
This Saloni velvet midi dress caught our eye with its three embellished decorative bows, velvet body with a touch of silk and romantic blouson sleeves. There's a festive red version too, with black detailing, but we prefer the vintage-inspired hint of silver sparkle.
Sequin Square Neck Mini Shift Dress
Nothing screams festive season quite like a sequin mini, and we think M&S' style is the ultimate NYE dress. The silver mini is covered in sequins and tassels for a retro flapper-inspired look. We just know we'll pull this ultra-fun choice out of our wardrobes for many party seasons to come.
Knitted dress with rhinestone detail
Mango's knitted dress with rhinestone details is the perfect choice for Christmas day or New Year's Day. It's comfy (no restricting waistbands here!) yet still looks elegant with a touch of sparkle.
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